Catherine Byrne (Dublin South Central, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I support what Deputy Durkan said. I believe it is wrong for anybody to come to the committee and make accusations about an individual, a Minister or a Deputy. In the Chairman's opening statement at all committees it is clearly indicated that when people are not here to defend themselves, their names should not be used. I am disappointed that Mr. Hall has decided to use this opportunity - on live television - to make a statement about the Minister. It is wrong and it should be withdrawn.