Jim O'Callaghan (Dublin Bay South, Fianna Fail)
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I will start with Professor Carey. Change is a word that is used a lot in politics. When this legislation goes through it will necessarily mean real change. With change comes uncertainty and concern. I was listening carefully to what Professor Carey said about the amalgamation of the IRC with the SFI. I have heard that people from an arts or humanities background are concerned that as a result of the amalgamation, the arts and humanities may necessarily be more subordinated within this greater entity. I am sure Professor Nolan may also want to say something about this not being the case. In Professor Casey's view, is there is any legitimacy to that concern and how do we ensure it does not happen?