Michael Moynihan (Cork North West, Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

The role of ComReg is that of a watchdog on behalf of the taxpayer and consumer. We have heard fine language, talk and discussion, but ultimately, ComReg is charged by the State, the Minister and the Oireachtas to look after the best interests of the people and ensure the country has a postal service. The issue of competition from electronic media has existed for some time. As we enter a deregulated postal market there is huge concern, particularly in areas with smaller volumes of mail in rural communities, about the sustainability of a rural service. ComReg is charged with ensuring universal delivery. What discussions is ComReg having in this regard? Recently ComReg levied a fine on An Post. Ordinary punters are very concerned to see one arm of the State fining another arm of the State.