Jack Chambers (Dublin West, Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

As I set out in my speech, the requirements for the ratification of membership are approximately €18,000, which is covered by the Department. More generally, a portion of the income of the Commissioners of Irish Lights every year is from its own source of income from light dues and commercial activity, including the chartering of its vessel and expenses incurred in its operations. The operational gap is covered by the Department of Transport. It is a minor amount in terms of the membership and ratification of this convention.