Jerry Buttimer (Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

Before I call on the Leader to outline the business for today, I welcome H.E. Florence Ensch, Ambassador of Luxembourg, who is in the Public Gallery. It is a wonderful opportunity for us to commemorate, celebrate and congratulate the people of Luxembourg on their national day, which is being celebrated on Sunday. It is the celebration of the Grand Duke's birthday. The ambassador has been a wonderful ambassador and friend of Ireland. I had the pleasure of meeting her before she came into the Chamber and got a wonderful presentation. It is very apt that Senator Mullen is with us because every Easter, he has his Easter eggs with the chickens. The ambassador gave me a gift of a péckvillchen, a wonderful miniature hen that is a typical product of Luxembourg. It commemorates the excellent diplomatic relations between Ireland and Luxembourg for over 60 years. It was produced by a social enterprise unit. I thank the ambassador for her generosity but also for her significant engagement with us in the Oireachtas. I hope she enjoys the celebrations on Sunday.