Pádraig Rice (Cork South-Central, Social Democrats)

I would appreciate that. I thank Mr. Watt.

On the public-only contract which he mentioned, I understand 66% of consultants are on the public-only contract. What steps are being taken to encourage more consultants to take up the contract? Will a ceiling be reached in the short to medium term in respect of contract conversions? What is the HSE’s best estimate on the full elimination of private work in public hospitals?