Mr. McCreevy's arrival on the board of Ryanair has been predicted for some time. The long awaited third attempt at a takeover of Aer Lingus has been delayed until he could be put in place. Of course, he won't give any advice on this case since he was a commissioner when it last came before the commission and he is precluded from giving any such advice. That is one of the conditions for the approval of the appointment. And, naturally, he will continue to display the "integrity and discretion" which has always marked him out from other men and which has indeed for many years been the hallmark of the wonderful party to which he belongs. We are indeed blessed that such selfless men continue to offer themselves to serve us when lesser mortals would be content to retire and enjoy their pensions.