John Brady (Wicklow, Sinn Fein)

If other members wish to comment, they may do so.

I agree with all the views expressed by members. The television programme in question was very harrowing and distressing. I am conscious that some of the images we saw were probably the tip of the iceberg. I am informed that some footage was not shown because it was so distressing. Behind all of this, there are families and loved ones and they are our primary concern.

Given the seriousness of the situation and how timely the programme was, and taking on board what Deputy Farrelly said about our work programme, the 17 July is a potential date for a meeting. When we discuss the work programme later in the session members can give serious consideration to that date. We can also look at which witnesses to call in. I take on board some of the proposals made by members. Is it agreed that members are happy to proceed on that basis? Agreed.

I will move on to No. R0129, which is correspondence from Deputy Geoghegan.