Eoin Ó Broin (Dublin Mid West, Sinn Fein) | Oireachtas source

To go back to the committee, the original legislation actually stipulates the individuals or organisations to be on the committee for the appointment of the chair. Was consideration given to a similar mechanism so that while one might get rid of the panels, the organisations that nominate the panels might have been on the committee. Was there consideration of that?

Second, has there been any consideration of stipulating the percentage breakdown on the board of the distribution of skills to ensure there is an appropriate mix at any one time?

On the issue of "may" or "shall" in head 7, was an obligation to act considered?

On head 9, the submissions we received from industry - and I am not advocating on its behalf - they dispute Ms Murray's position that there is no change. For example, they state that non-invasive, solar surveys were not covered under the original definition in the licensing application process, but now will be. I would be interested in hearing the Department's response to that. I have other questions, but I will submit them in writing.