Mary White (Carlow-Kilkenny, Green Party)

I thank Senator O'Reilly for his heartfelt input on the amendment. The Senator will be aware that the postal service is undergoing significant change and must evolve to ensure it meets the needs of its users. An Post may make commercial decisions in the future as to how it should configure its network to meet its obligations and best serve the needs of its users. The challenge for An Post is to recognise the need to re-evaluate its relationship with customers and competitors alike. It must explore its potential through competitive partnerships with rival postal service providers and ensure it remains the postal delivery company of choice for the foreseeable future.