Before we proceed further, I wish to announce for the information of Members that we have been joined in the Distinguished Visitors Gallery by the Speaker of the State Duma, Mr. Guennadi N. Seleznev, and a parliamentary delegation from the Russian Federation. On my own behalf and on behalf of all my colleagues in Seanad Éireann, I extend a very warm welcome to you and sincere good wishes for a very successful visit. I hope you are enjoying your short stay with us and that you will take back with you to Russia many happy and pleasant memories of your time in Ireland.
