John Lahart (Dublin South West, Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

I thank the witnesses for making themselves available. I became aware when witnesses from RTÉ were before a committee that members of the public sometimes think politicians are interrupting witnesses.

I wish to make them aware, if they are not already aware, that members have very limited time slots. We have ten minutes each and that is why we like to try to keep things moving.

Ms Hardiman's statement refers to alarmingly unapproved non-medical grade devices. Did orthopaedic consultants or consultants ever seek advice from Ms Hardiman or senior staff within CHI on the use of alternative devices, technology or techniques?