Peter Burke (Longford-Westmeath, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

Unfortunately, I cannot agree to this amendment. In general, appeals shall be held in public. However, special circumstances may exist, through the determination of the chairperson and the board, on issues that may be contractual or may have sensitive information attached to them. That would have to be adjudicated by the board. I am advised by our officials that it is needed for issues that are potentially sensitive.