Richard Bruton (Dublin Bay North, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

Does the HSA know what the circumstances were in 2016 when this was removed? Was it based on the evidence that is being suggested, that the three existing systems are a better way of tracking this or what was the background to that decision?

Perhaps additional reporting restrictions or obligations by employers are not the way to go here. As we start to reopen the economy - and as other speakers have said, most of the economy is closed - what are the new expectations of employers? Is the HSA modifying its guidelines in respect of antigen testing, for example, which seems to be on the verge of being accepted as a tool? Is the HSA offering new advice to employers?

On the other side, the profile of risk from this virus changes significantly as we vaccinate those over 70 and those who are vulnerable to illnesses. How will this change the HSA's view towards workplaces and the safety of opening workplaces?

Does the HSA have adequate experience with employers in respect of cases that are unearthed? If the HSA is not finding it adequate, is it due to deficiencies in its powers or what is the situation?