Martin Conway (Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I was following proceedings in my office. In the first instance, I thank our guests for their comprehensive presentations. I have a few brief questions. First, the opening statements referred to scientific information, relying on scientific advice and so forth. The witnesses might give us a little more information on the sources on which that scientific advice is based. I am interested to hear that.

Second, it was stated that six suppliers were identified and that two of those decided, although they engaged in the process as the witness said to Deputy Cullinane, that they did not want to supply in Ireland. Is there any reason for that? They engaged in the process, but then opted not to bring it to its finality and supply to Ireland.