Shane Cassells (Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

The point is that Mr. Lynch had said that negotiations were stalled. Ms O'Keeffe sets out the key components for agreeing this deal. She uses the phrase "We too are very keen" to retain "Ryan for his services". This offer of the €75,000 was a key point for negotiations. Mr. Kelly keeps referring to the basic pay. The basic pay is one thing but the deal was not happening without the €75,000. Mr. Tubridy referred to perception. We are dancing on the head of a pin here.

It was still cumulatively paid to Mr. Tubridy, no matter what way it was then allocated into his accounts. It was part of the negotiation deal for him to sign the contract. Does he accept that?