Heather Humphreys (Cavan-Monaghan, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

First, I congratulate the Deputy Peadar Tóibín on being appointed Chairman of the committee. I also congratulate its members and look forward to working positively with all of them and the Chairman. Is mór agam an deis seo a fháil inniu chun Meastúcháin mo Roinne don bhliain seo a phlé.

I am very pleased to have the opportunity to outline the priorities of my new Department. To be helpful to members, I have provided everybody with an overview that sets out some of the issues Deputies may wish to raise with me. A full briefing document was also provided. Does the Chairman wish to me to speak on-----