With him as rapporteur, it was therefore almost a pleasure for myself and my colleagues to work towards the outcome that is now before us.
I cannot wait for the other directives coming along on small pleasure craft and the small spark ignition engine which will complete the story.
Let me say what a pleasure it is to welcome you to a discussion which is at the heart of our actions and our priorities.
I had the responsibility and pleasure of dealing with the liability of carriers, in the event of accidents involving passengers on board.
Today, as we offer our thanks to you, but also to the permanent representation, for your outstanding work and preparation, our pleasure is therefore that much greater.
I would like to start by saying that it is a great pleasure to speak to you today, before the important vote, just after first reading.
Previously, there was pride and pleasure taken in being part of a universally admired institution, but now staff are frequently demoralised by the unceasing criticism.
The euro may to some extent prevent some fluctuation in internal exchange rates, as supporters of the currency take great pleasure in explaining time and again.
We have just had the great pleasure of welcoming 162 observers from all those candidate countries that have carried out their negotiations successfully.
The conciliation procedure was a real pleasure.
