Pat Rabbitte (Dublin South West, Labour)

The Deputy has read a list of allegations. The tendering process was in accordance with the requirements and the tender for services was issued through the EU Journal. I am aware of some of the background to what the Deputy said but he has made a list of allegations that I cannot say are true or otherwise. The tendering process was designed to bring in a company that had expertise and a track record. The advice I have is that the company is capable of discharging its responsibilities. I will examine what Deputy Ferris has put on the record of the House, some of which is entirely new to me.

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