Mr. Michael O'Flynn:

Having spoken to the current and the former Ministers, I am aware that there are always concerns about costs, but I believe we cannot afford not to make a decision. The site will not be the most expensive part of the equation, but with proper phasing and by incrementally planning it in a modular type of system, we can do it as we go, but with a master plan in a way that works for the future. I am concerned that people are saying we cannot afford to make the big decision. That is not a very economical thing to do. I am not saying the HSE is not doing its work, but as I finish in this role I must point out that it requires momentum or energy. I do not see that, but I hope the political interest the Senators and Deputies are showing will generate it. It is needed.