Tom Hayes (Tipperary South, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

We are joined by the chairman designate of Wicklow Port Company, Mr. Brendan Newsome, to discuss his proposals for his new role and his views on the challenges facing the company. Members will be aware of the Government decision of May 2012 regarding new arrangements for the appointment of persons to State boards and bodies. The committee welcomes the opportunity to meet with the chairman designate in public session to hear his views. We trust this will provide greater transparency in the process of appointing members of State boards and bodies. I welcome Mr. Newsome and invite him to make his presentation to the committee.