Mr. Stephen Lynam:

The retail sector is committed to fair practice. We are committed to having a supply chain because our businesses depend on it. We are committed to offering good value for money to the consumer. These aims are not mutually exclusive. They can be achieved only through adopting a balanced and rational approach. How to achieve this approach poses the challenge, but it is one that can be overcome.

I thank members for listening. We are happy to discuss all issues.