John Curran (Dublin Mid West, Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

That is precisely why he is here. I am not being flippant in that regard. The committee has received a variety of witnesses who represent the views of different people. We acknowledge that that is Mr. Donohoe's role today. We expect him to represent employers. This is part of the committee's consultative work.

I will ask Deputy O'Dea to put his questions, after which the witnesses might reply. Deputy Brady will follow.