Before I call on the Minister of State, I am sure that Members of the House will wish to join with me in welcoming a delegation from the European Committee of the Regions led by the President of the Committee, Mr. Karl-Heinz Lambertz.
On my own behalf and on behalf of my colleagues in Seanad Éireann, I wish to extend a warm welcome to you and good wishes for a successful visit to Ireland. Tá fáilte romhaibh.