Ms Imelda Reynolds:

I will rely on the board in the analysis and evaluation of technical reports. The board is made up of a variety of individuals as prescribed in the Act which sets out the range of skills that must be represented. A number of prescribed organisations nominate individuals whom the Minister will appoint. A technical adviser is contracted to advise the board and board members include individuals who have the skills required to assist it in evaluating the technical reports that are placed before it.

On the Chairman's comments, I would be delighted to make a return visit. It is open to the Aquaculture Licenses Appeals Board under the legislation to make recommendations to the Minister.