Kieran O'Donnell (Limerick City, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

However, the rate of non-pay expenditure in 2004 was approximately €350,000, it was more than €600,000 in 2005 and 2006, and in 2007 it was €583,000. It peaked in 2008 at €635,000 and subsequently reduced in 2009 and 2010. It is clear something was amiss. Dr. Neavyn stated discussions on the issue took place with the chairman of the board. The Deloitte & Touche report mentions the former president, Professor Byrne, had sought approval of travel expenses from the chairman of the board. What explanation did the chairman of the board give for this?