Charles Flanagan (Laois-Offaly, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

No, that is fine. I do not see any members of the committee offering. I thank Mr. O'Driscoll and Mr. Duffy for dealing so comprehensively with the questions from the members, notwithstanding the strictures imposed by the terms of reference, especially regarding Deputy Berry. I think we had a most useful engagement, but there is more work to be done. Perhaps Mr. O'Driscoll will agree to come back before the committee with members of the commission, maybe after publication of its report. I agree with Deputy Berry in that I see this committee having a role following the publication of that report in respect of an examination of its recommendations, if accepted by the Government. In any event, we might explore how we might be best able to assist with further implementation once the report has been published. I see this committee, because of its membership, having a role to play in respect of whatever recommendations are made and their implementation.

If members wish to make final brief contributions, they can do so. I stress the brevity aspect. I see Senator Craughwell chomping at the bit. I ask him to be brief and we will then bring matters to a conclusion for today. We will continue to address these issues another day. I call Senator Craughwell.