Brian Stanley (Laois-Offaly, Sinn Fein) | Oireachtas source

Everyone is aware that it is a job to get contractors to do work now because of the demand in the construction and related sectors. It is encouraging, however, to know that plenty of offers have been tendered in this case. We will, though, request that clarification from the IHRB. Only two racecourses are covered now, so we will request that information from the board. I thank Deputy Munster.

The next category of correspondence is category C, correspondence from and related to private individuals and any other correspondence. No. 708 C, from an individual, is dated 1 July 2021. It concerns an alleged incident of bogus self-employment. The correspondent names a company. We must be careful in this regard because it is an allegation. The specific details, including the name of the company, should not be discussed. I ask members to observe that stipulation, because there are potential legal implications. I propose that we thank the correspondent for his letter and suggest that he bring this matter to the attention of the Revenue Commissioners. Is that agreed? Agreed.

No. 721 C, from an individual, is dated 7 July 2021. It raises concerns regarding the national children's hospital. It is proposed to advise the correspondent regarding the role of the committee and its ongoing focus on expenditure on this project. Is that agreed? Agreed. This correspondence was flagged by Deputy Catherine Murphy.