Dr. Ambrose McLoughlin:

I am in an extraordinarily difficult position in that legal advice available to my Department and the Minister has to remain confidential. I have heard what the Deputy said and understand his concerns. I want to be clear with him. This matter has featured for a long time. All I can say is that we will do everything we can to find a solution. The ombudsman has made this very clear. I am not in a position to deal with the specifics; suffice it to say that we have had very comprehensive legal advice from the Attorney General on all aspects of the schemes.