Pearse Doherty (Donegal South West, Sinn Fein) | Oireachtas source

I am not sure if the professor followed yesterday's evidence from Mr. Carswell but he told the committee the following:

Individuals who worked in the political arena afterwards took up highly paid roles representing and lobbying on behalf of the construction and financial industry. Easy and ready access to politicians brought easy and ready access to policy and decision-making that drove the growth of the property and financial sectors.

Does the professor see or not see lobbying as an issue with regard to the legislative process in this State? Can he explain his opinion to the committee?