Alice-Mary Higgins (Independent)
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I have two very short points. One is that it is important we focus a lot on subsidarity.

However, it is not only about subsidiarity. It is also a matter of at all stages, including when we get a communication and when there is transposition, what the best practice and best idea is for Europe. We are transposing at one level but there are also other parts in the process in terms of communications. We are also giving an opinion towards the collective good. That is why it would be very good if Ireland had good examples of transposition and good examples of a process of transposition. It would be very positive for Ireland going into 2026 if we were in a position not just of having transposed - the Minister of State mentioned the deadline of 1 July 2026 for making sure we are completely up to speed on our transposition - but that we also have a quality of transposition and a transposition process Ireland can be proud of going into the Presidency. That could be very positive.

It would be useful to have the dates of the interdepartmental meetings. If we know the timings of those, we can talk to the Minister of State in a way that is useful to her going into those meetings.