Mr. Barry O'Brien:

No. We are clearly stating that in the context of the 41 allowances and the definition we have provided in respect of them, the voluntary sector is carrying out its own exercise and this should be concluded in the near future. I am also saying to the committee that everyone in the health service is paid according to the Department of Health's consolidated salary scales. The latter set clear salaries and they also set the rates. Thus, an operator in the voluntary sector cannot pay a higher rate for overtime or in respect of Saturday or Sunday work. The rates are absolutely set.