MEP (FF) for Connacht-Ulster since 1994

This Parliament's contribution? Contributed directly to the importance of infrastructure - roads, water and sewerage schemes in my constituency

Own proudest achievement? I realised the necessity to regionalise the country in order that my constituency would secure the necessary additional funding and I am pleased that my efforts were successful

Frustration? The difficulty in convincing constituents of the important role which Europe has played in the economy. Travel

Absences from sessions: 63

Motions for resolution: 38

Reports: Five (plus six contributions)

Questions: 97

Debates: 94

Teacher's note: Hard-working, honest broker for constituency interests. Diligently pursues regional interests, especially fisheries