Michael Harty (Clare, Independent) | Oireachtas source

We started the meeting late this morning and have to vacate the room by 1.45 p.m. As there are eight members who want to contribute, I ask speakers to put one or two pertinent questions and allow answers to be given. In that way we can allow everyone to contribute while keeping within the time available. I apologise for the pressure on time. The committee members contributing are Senator Rose Conway-Walsh who is stepping in for Deputy Louise O'Reilly, Senator Colm Burke, Senator John Dolan, Deputy Bernard Durkan and Deputy Kate O'Connell. We will then bring in non-members. To give everyone an opportunity to contribute, speakers should be concise.