Jerry Buttimer (Cork South Central, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

We have had a very good discussion. We have been here since 9.30 a.m. and still have another hearing. I thank all the health insurance providers for attending and apologise for the late start. I thank the members of staff and those in the public gallery. I acknowledge the presence of Ms Brighid Smyth and sympathise with her on behalf of the committee on the death of her father, who was a great GAA person and gentleman. He worked in Croke Park and played hurling for Clare. On behalf of members, I sympathise with Brighid and her family.

I congratulate Deputy Naughten on the birth of his new baby. We have moved from death to birth.