Mary Butler (Waterford, Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

Absolutely. We at this committee have discussed it with the Minister at different times over the past three years. Representatives from CERN came before us last year and we learned a great deal about CERN. I did not realise the health advantages from CERN. We also learned about the cost. It is a hypothetical question. As Professor Clinch said, if it was free, it would be advantageous. That answers the question.

I thank Professor Clinch for engaging with the committee today. On behalf of the committee I wish him every success. I look forward to meeting him again. I have no doubt that he will be back in front of us.

The clerk will write to the Minister informing her that we have completed our engagement with Professor Clinch and a transcript of this meeting will be provided. Is it agreed that we go into private session? Agreed.