Norma Foley (Kerry, Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

I welcome the speakers here this morning. I acknowledge the superb work of those who are represented by the witnesses' organisations, as we journey through Covid-19 and before that.

Mr. Bell made a remark that SIPTU was forced to source personal protective equipment, PPE, for its members. I find this quite shocking and perhaps Mr. Bell will elaborate on it. Was the union reimbursed for that? Mr. Bell also said that while members were receiving PPE, there might be an issue with quality. Will Mr. Bell also elaborate on that please?