MEP (FF) for Connacht-Ulster since 1987 (retiring), Quaestor, EP

This Parliament's contribution? With new powers from Maastricht and Amsterdam, Parliament will be treated more equally and so will get practicalities dealt with in the open, meaning no surprises when regulations are applied to Ireland. The euro

Own proudest achievement? I introduced four reports on the regulation of transport. I also did a report on lesser-used languages and culture. As a result, we have endorsed these smaller cultures and identities forever and put finance in place

Frustration? Travel - it has me nearly killed Absences from sessions: 79

Motions for resolution: 36

Reports: 3

Questions: 97

Debates: 27

Teacher's note: A character among a dying breed. His likeability and MEPs' confidence in his willingness to protect their interests reflected in his election to the College of Quaestors. One of the happiest retirees in political history