Matt Shanahan (Waterford, Independent) | Oireachtas source

It does not appear to be supported by logic. I think we should do something to send a message to our older people, who are more used to writing.

I refer also to vaccine deployment. We have to look ahead and hope that we will see steps on this soon. The Pfizer vaccine must be stored at -80°C. There are huge technical challenges in storing and distributing it safely, as well as a great deal of regulation. As for the Moderna vaccine, its storage requirements appear to be closer to ambient temperature. Will the Department look at issuing calls for providers that can meet these logistical needs? We must avoid a situation where we have vaccines but we cannot deploy them.

Last week the HSE finally produced a tender for antigen testing. That falls into the same space. I brought the issue of antigen testing to the National Public Health Emergency Team, NPHET, six months ago, but let us leave that aside. In Spain, vehicles are being fitted out for mobile antigen testing. There is a full bespoke test. A vehicle pulls up and a large number of workers can be screened.

The Tánaiste has previously discussed insurance reform. Does he have an update on a revised book of quantum? Is there any light at the end of the tunnel for businesses hoping for a reduction in insurance premiums next year?