Dr. Fergal Lynch:

We do not have a separate unit dealing with the Irish language per se. We have at least six people who identified as proficient and fluent in the Irish language and are able to deal with the public, a number of whom are present with me here. We are a relatively small Department and do not have a separate unit as such. The extent of our contact with the public is relatively small on provision of services, particularly direct provision of services. We have people who are available to speak in Irish as required.