Brian Cowen (Laois-Offaly, Fianna Fail)

For the purposes of clarification, the same process is being adhered to now as previously. An indication has been given by the outgoing Comptroller and Auditor General that he wishes to retire. Expressions of interest were sought as to who might be interested in taking up the post. I am aware that this is a matter for appointment by the Oireachtas, and as a result of the meeting I had, yesterday, with the outgoing Comptroller and Auditor General, I shall discuss the matter further with the leaders of the Opposition parties.

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