Tommy Broughan (Dublin North East, Labour)

Upon examining this tranche of amendments, I agree with the Minister that it is important not to intrude on the independent workings of the company and to allow it to carry out its functions. It would be unfair to invigilate more in respect of NORA than other companies and would make life unworkable.

The spirit of Deputy Durkan's amendments is important because he is seeking to have the House take ultimate accountability. In some ways, the spirit is best expressed in amendment No. 39, which relates to the strategy statement and what NORA will do.

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