Matt Carthy (Cavan-Monaghan, Sinn Fein) | Oireachtas source

I thank the witnesses and, in particular, their members who have done us all such a great service. While they have got plenty of plaudits in this House I am reminded of the phrase to the effect that a slap on the back is not far from a kick in the arse.

That phrase probably was never more appropriate. The litany of disregard and disrespect outlined to the committee this morning is absolutely shameful.

Will Ms Clarke outline where she stands this coming Monday? It would be useful for the committee to get a real-life experience of our front-line workers.