Alan Farrell (Dublin Fingal, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I appreciate that this is not Mr. McLoughlin's specific area in the Department but some discussions have been had today around the energy charter treaty and its potential application in Ireland. I picked up on a number of questions asked by Senator Boylan and Deputy Whitmore in the earlier session. It would be helpful to have a departmental response to those issues, because this arises from time to time. While I have my own personal doubts, I do not want to cloud my opinion with the statements and remarks of others without being fully informed of the facts.

I appreciate it is a somewhat vague referral but perhaps Mr. McLoughlin could have a quick word with somebody and provide the committee, through the secretariat, with a briefing note on that matter. It would be helpful for all of us.