Stephen Donnelly (Wicklow, Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

I disagree on the terms of reference. They are a matter for Government and are ultimately agreed by Government. Independent chairs can have input into terms of reference but those terms for statutory reviews are, in the first instance, a matter for Government. It is right and proper that the terms of reference are set by Government.

I have no problem in sharing the criteria for selection of the chair. It is essentially in line with the conversation we had today. On the assessment panel, I will make the selection but the assessment will be by the Department, as it is across the board for appointments on a regular basis.