Jim Higgins (Fine Gael)

The question of the payment of fees arose yesterday during a presentation to the joint committee by Wheel which represents several voluntary organisations. The imposition of a flat fee would cause considerable difficulties for voluntary and philanthropic organisations on which it would impose a considerable cost. What would be the level of the fee? Would this be within the Minister's discretion? Does he have any thoughts on the matter which he would like to share with the House?