Alan Kelly (Tipperary, Labour)
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We need to delve into all the issues raised by Deputy Cullinane. The committee has dealt with many issues relating to a number of third level institutions, including an issue with Cork Institute of Technology which has been ongoing for years. Some have not been resolved, including issues relating to whistleblowers, their treatment and the processes in place for dealing with them. I have had direct interactions in respect of some of these cases and I find the way in which they are being dealt with incredible.

All in all, we need to address a number of issues related to the third level sector, the Higher Education Authority, Dr. Love and the Department. We should have a meeting in the next few weeks and treat it as a priority. Representatives of the relevant organisations should appear before us and isolate and address the issues before Dr. Love leaves his position. In fairness, Dr. Love has a contribution to make before he leaves his position and it may be difficult getting him to appear after he leaves.