Mr. Percy Foster:

The Deputy's first question related to Irish Water, which is in the process of assuming responsibility for waste water treatment plants. It is important that adherence to the code of good practice is a key requirement when Irish Water issues new contracts for the management of sewage sludge. The answer to the Deputy's question on whether Irish Water has engaged with us on this issue is "No". We have sent copies of our report to a range of key stakeholders, including Irish Water. A list of those stakeholders can be found at the back of the report. I am a little unsure about the Deputy's third question. Is she referring to septic tanks?