Fergus O'Dowd (Louth, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

Thank you. On the last point, the committee would be very happy to visit Belfast. In fact, the clerk to the committee has been asked to make those arrangements at the appropriate and suitable time. As Chairman, I will be happy to go as soon as possible, as would all the members.

I wish to make two points. At the meeting Reverend Karen referred to, I made it clear that I refuted the allegations that were made. They were made by a Member of the Oireachtas, but he is not a member of this committee. I assume he was not familiar with the process we use here. I categorically assure you, Reverend Karen, that I absolutely accept that your work is not politically motivated or related to any political party.