Brendan Howlin (Wexford, Labour) | Oireachtas source

Let me explain. What I am addressing is our treaty obligations under the new two-pack and how Ireland will fulfil that obligation. I have set that out. If the Irish Fiscal Advisory Council wishes to prepare its own reports, documentation or forecasts, there is no impediment. However, it would not legally fulfil our treaty obligation. If we send the Deputy a copy of the memorandum of understanding between the Fiscal Advisory Council and the Department of Finance, it may be helpful. I am advised it will be a public document once this legislation is enacted. It is useful to see the memorandum of understanding between the council and the Department.