Dr. Kevin Smyth:

There are two aspects to this matter. The Chair is absolutely correct that this is taxpayers' money and that it is accountable. What is paid to the majority of people by the Exchequer is known and the information will be disclosed. However, there are limited cases where it is not, and that is allowed for under the regulations. It is not just an issue with the IHRB, because many other State bodies also provide limited information. We are talking about limited transparency, but this is allowed under the rules.