Bernard Durkan (Kildare North, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

Before moving on, I want remind members of the long-standing parliamentary practice to the effect that they should not comment on, criticise or make charges against a person outside the Houses or an official either by name or in such a way as to make him or her identifiable. I also remind members that they are only allowed to participate in this meeting if they are physically located in the Leinster House complex. In this regard, I ask that all members, prior to making their contributions to the meeting, confirm they are on the grounds of Leinster House. I also remind members that should a division be called, they must physically come to the committee room in order to vote.

Apologies have been received from the Chairman of the committee, who cannot be here this morning. No amendments have been tabled so I presume it will be quick. The Minister of State has indicated that she will bring in two-----