Before proceeding with the Order of Business I take the opportunity to welcome to Dáil Éireann a parliamentary delegation from the National Assembly of Quebec who are here with us this morning in the Distinguished Visitors Gallery.
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 trust that your visit will further strengthen the ties of friendship and co-operation between our two Parliaments.