Simon Harris (Wicklow, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

This is my final question. We heard a very wholesome and humbling opening address in which Mr. Kerr categorised a number of the failings of the board. He stated the stark fact that the reputation of Rehab has been damaged and that the response of the board was inadequate. He said Rehab had not exercised strict and appropriate oversight and that it had lost the confidence and trust of the people who use its services. He stated changes to the board are needed. He referred to miscommunication and stated the organisation had been remiss in renewing the board membership. He discussed with my colleague the issue of the coffins and, perhaps, the board not having had a hands-on approach or knowing what was going on in that regard. There is the matter of a director receiving fees for lobbying.

Mr. Kerr used the word “unfortunately” in respect of the length of time he had served on the board of Rehab. Does he concur with me that there is clearly a need for a new board in Rehab to lead the change?