He is a keen theatre buff but no stranger to outrageous characters, extraordinary plots, unbelievable egos and the odd Greek tragedy, which served him well when working in this place.
- The Minister for Finance, Mr Cowen, paying tribute to Mr Des Edwards who has retired from the Dáil usher staff.
Will there be a formal statement by the Government on this, the 60th anniversary of the liberation of the prisoners in the Auschwitz concentration camp ? - The Fine Gael leader, Mr Enda Kenny.
It is a matter for the whips to arrange if such is required and appropriate. This morning, on radio, the President articulately expressed the views of the nation on this 60th anniversary. - Mr Cowen.