Mark Daly (Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

Before I call Dr. McGuinness, I welcome Professor Brendan O'Leary who is joining us remotely from the University of Pennsylvania and who will talk about preparing for a referendum. Also from Pennsylvania, we are joined by Mr. Gianluca Nigro who is from Congressman Brendan Boyle's office. Congressman Boyle, as many members of the committee will know, is very engaged on the issue of the constitutional change and a united Ireland. We are thankful for their presence today.

I call Dr. McGuinness who will make an opening statement on the economy.