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

I will give Senator Gilroy the final word. I thank all of the witnesses for their participation and for their very informative, challenging and provocative comments, which as Deputy Byrne correctly said are about people. All of us in this room are concerned about people, be they those suffering from mental health issues or the families of those who have died from suicide or self-harm. We are discussing people’s lives, their families, people in the workforce, colleagues in work and in the community. We are very conscious that it is not about statistics. The work of the witnesses is very much focused on the person as well. We thank them for that.

I thank those who are watching at home on channel 207 and remind them that we do have a second hearing following this meeting, which will be equally as informative and challenging. I thank members for their contribution this morning. I call on Senator Gilroy to say the final word.