John McGuinness (Carlow-Kilkenny, Fianna Fail)
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One whistleblower sent three different reports. I raised this matter with Mr. Watt the last time he appeared before us. We will send him copies of the reports in order that he can see what we are dealing with in terms of the HEA.

Speaking of whistleblowers, while I appreciate that the legislation was passed, in cases where people decide to come forward - I view them as concerned citizens or employees rather than whistleblowers - to tell their stories, how the system treats them afterwards is shocking. The most recent case of whistleblowing came forward from an agency and has proven helpful in a Garda inquiry and work that we are undertaking. Since then, funding to the agency has been cut each year. I am not asking Mr. Watt for a comment on that matter, but it is not just a coincidence.