Seanad Éireann · 2025-10-22
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I must inform the House, pursuant to Standing Order 14, that both the Cathaoirleach and Leas-Chathaoirleach are absent from this meeting of the Seanad. It will be necessary, therefore, to elect a Member to perform the duties devolving upon, and exercise the authority conferred upon, the Cathaoirleach by Standing Orders for the period of absence of both. Is it agreed that Senator Casey be elected as Acting Chairperson?
I call Senator Casey to take the Chair. I have done my best to follow protocol and I found a suitable green tie to match the attire of the Cathaoirleach. I welcome the guests of Deputy Richard O'Donoghue from Greybridge Classic Club, County Limerick, to the Gallery.
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I must inform the House, pursuant to Standing Order 14, that both the Cathaoirleach and Leas-Chathaoirleach are absent from this meeting of the Seanad. It will be necessary, therefore, to elect a Member to perform the duties devolving upon, and exercise the authority conferred upon, the Cathaoirleach by Standing Orders for the period of absence of both. I will take proposals for the position of Acting Chairperson.
I propose Senator Pat Casey.
I second that proposal.
Is it agreed that Senator Casey be elected as Acting Chairperson? Agreed. I call Senator Casey to take the Chair.
I thank my proposer and seconder for giving me this honour today. I have done my best to follow protocol and I found a suitable green tie to match the attire of the Cathaoirleach. I welcome the guests of Deputy Richard O'Donoghue from Greybridge Classic Club, County Limerick, to the Gallery. I hope they are all behaving themselves on the roads with their vintage vehicles. I thank them for coming in today. I hope Deputy O'Donoghue looks after them well. They should not forget to get him to take them into the restaurant for something to eat while they are here.