Paul McAuliffe (Dublin North West, Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

I thank the Chair and the witnesses. I should start by saying that the Committee of Public Accounts has a very clear remit to get to the bottom of what is happening, and certainly the witnesses' presence here today is very welcome. They have provided additional information, and I thank them for that. I also want to note that in Mr. Tubridy's opening statement, he says he has great respect for the institutions of this House. I think that statement has great credibility. I have listened to him for a long time, and I appreciate those comments.