John O'Mahony (Mayo, Fine Gael)
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In case members of the public following proceedings on television believe telephone coverage in Leinster House is perfect, there are, as Senator Eamonn Coghlan noted, many blackspots around the Houses. Perhaps someone will consider improving coverage in the bowels of Leinster House because not all of the dropped calls here are caused by Deputies cutting off constituents. It would be appreciated if the witnesses provided their contact details to allow members to contact them on local issues after a meeting.

I thank the witnesses for coming before the joint committee to discuss this important issue, engaging with members and explaining some of the issues. As I stated, we know broadband services will be upgraded and solutions provided but the lead-in time is frustrating everyone. Members are acting as messengers on behalf of people throughout the country. I thank the witnesses for their ongoing engagement on this issue. The problem of broadband coverage will be solved in the same way that the problem of rural electrification was solved.