Michael McCarthy (Cork South West, Labour) | Oireachtas source

I welcome Professor Loughlin Kealy, professor emeritus of architecture from University College Dublin. Professor Kealy has kindly agreed to address the committee on the general principles for the preservation of historic buildings, for which I thank him. He has an impressive track record on same and I know his contribution will assist our role in handling the issue.

His track record is particularly impressive with regard to Sceilig Mhichíl. He is also chair of the steering committee dealing with government policy on architecture which was established by former Minister, John Gormley. I now invite Professor Kealy to address the committee.