Martin Conway (Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

Mr. O'Connor and his team are very welcome. It is very complex. I have been critical in the past that this has not happened quicker. I still hold that position but like everyone else here I understand it is complex and difficult and that it will be challenged so it has to be got right. We can be sure there will be challenges to this legislation.

How hands-on is the Minister, Deputy Stephen Donnelly, in his engagement with the Department on this? Has the team briefed him lately? Is he in contact with the team on this specific issue? What is his level of engagement?