Before proceeding I wish to take the opportunity to welcome to Dáil Éireann a parliamentary delegation from the National Assembly of Quebec who are in the Distinguished Visitors' Gallery. The delegation is led by the Speaker, Jean Pierre Charbonneau. On my own behalf and on behalf of the Members of Dáil Éireann, I extend to you a most sincere welcome to our country. I hope your visit to Ireland will be interesting, successful and to our mutual benefit.
