Dr. Tom Ryan:

I thank the Deputy for his question. We endeavour to get these reports out as quickly as possible. As the Deputy can imagine, a huge amount of data has to be assessed in order to draw the conclusions that go into the reports. We get that data from Irish Water. Each year we try to get through that process more quickly. We had hoped to get it out during the summer this year and it is our intention for next year, but I appreciate the comments.

Of course the report is not the only thing we do in enforcement of these matters. While the report highlights the issues for the public and the committee, we are working with Irish Water, the Department and with stakeholders as issues arise during the year. However, I take the Deputy's point and it is well made.