Eoghan Murphy (Dublin Bay South, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I cannot agree with that. We have to protect the independent function of the regulator in carrying out its duty but when the regulator, as a matter of course, holds regular public consultations in carrying out its role, it is open to any Member of the Houses, any Oireachtas committee or political party to engage in that consultation process. I cannot accept the amendment.