Katherine Zappone (Independent) | Oireachtas source

I thank Professor O’Flaherty for being here. His advice and views as a former member of the committee are very helpful. Towards the end of his contribution he said that it is important to add the voice of the Parliament to the process. We are used to hearing what the Government and NGOs say but we will struggle with how to make our contribution distinctive as law-makers. Much of that will have to do with the fact that we have a different type of experience to bring to bear as law-makers. Does Professor O’Flaherty have any other pointers or thoughts on how our report could be of most help and benefit to the committee? We intend to support the Government in its process of trying to establish how best to implement its obligations.