Liam Twomey (Wexford, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I thank Mr. Farrell. Before I call on Deputy Michael McGrath to begin proceedings, I presume the witnesses have seen the transcripts of the debate last night on the Private Members' motion in the Dáil. I am aware some of the witnesses already have had meetings with the Minister and his officials. The joint committee intends to prepare a report to be submitted to the Minister and the regulator will appear before the joint committee on 16 December. Consequently, when replying, witnesses should bear in mind that the committee will try to tease out more answers for them with the regulator and the Minister. Consequently, they can put such points on the record when giving their replies.