Jack Chambers (Dublin West, Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

On a point Deputy Brophy made, a reason was given regarding the names but, for the purpose of transparency, perhaps rules should be introduced so that if anyone, on the changing of the policy, sought to contact or engage in lobbying in any way, he or she would be automatically excluded from applying. That would be a better way of ensuring transparency and protection for the people on the executive board rather than having question marks over who is on it or not, or over the personnel requirements. The PAS and other public service bodies name people on individual boards and if people seek to influence them, they may be automatically excluded. That would be a way to stop anyone from trying to exert inappropriate influence. It would also address any questions that might arise over transparency. That is just a suggestion.

There could be a strong protocol around that. The public knows that Mr. Kirrane is a member but does not know who else is. It would be worth considering what is done in the Public Appointment Service and other agencies of the State, if there is-----