Mark Daly (Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

I am quite aware he was not referring to himself. On this Czech national day, we wish our friends in the Czech Republic the warmest of congratulations. We know how hard it is to struggle not only to achieve independence but also to maintain it. The Czech Republic and Ireland share a bond in the European Union and we celebrate with the Czech people their independence day. I thank our guests for being with us today.