Colette Kelleher (Independent) | Oireachtas source

As we have a quorum of four members, we will commence the meeting and we are in public session. I wish to inform members that an apology has been received from the Chairman, Deputy Sean Sherlock. I also wish to advice members that Standing Order 93(3) of Dáil Éireann states:

In the unavoidable absence of the Chairman, the vice-Chairman shall perform the duties devolved upon, and exercise the authority conferred upon, the Chairman by Standing Orders.

As Vice Chairman of the committee, I propose, therefore, that I chair this meeting. Is that agreed? Agreed.