Niamh Smyth (Cavan-Monaghan, Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

Okay. That is good. The committee looks forward to continuing our examination of these issues and working with and for the sector so we can play our role in supporting the sustainability of the sector as a vital element of our democracy. I believe it was Warren Christopher, the former US Secretary of State, who said that without free and independent media true democracy is unattainable. Events across the globe have shown us how important trustworthy public service media are in all their forms. I thank everyone. In particular, I thank Senator Mark Daly, the Cathaoirleach of the Seanad, for allowing us to use the lovely surroundings of this Chamber and for hosting this important committee meeting. I will give him the final word.