John McGuinness (Carlow-Kilkenny, Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

While both issues are extremely serious, the issue with which the committee must concern itself is the procurement of services and the background to same, as outlined by the clerk to the committee. As Deputy Deasy stated, we must determine if the practice is widespread. The other issues have been reported under the whistleblower’s legislation as they are matters for the Garda. That is the position.