James Lawless (Kildare North, Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

I was going to compliment Mr. Sunderland on his brevity, which may have been accidental; we will pretend that it was not. The main thing is that he is back in the meeting. We have the written statement and we got the gist of his oral submission so we are all good.

Before calling individual members, I wish to record another apology. Senator Ruane had hoped to join us this evening but is unable to do so. She has sent apologies. I call Deputy Costello. He will be followed by Senator Ward and Deputy Pa Daly. The Deputy has seven minutes for questions and answers.