Mr. Richard Scannell:

The Deputy asked about succession planning. The intention was not for the contract to run continually but for a set period. When the board of IDA Ireland decided not to retender, it was natural for it to come to a conclusion. That is why there was no succession planning. I do not know how long it takes to retender as I am not well versed in procurement procedures, but I think it takes some four or five months. I can come back to the Deputy with a more authoritative answer.