Noel Harrington (Cork South West, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I thank the Minister for his response. Will he address two points arising from his statement? Given last year's marine notice making it mandatory for EPIRB owners to register, the Department should contact owners directly on foot of any future concern. I note the Department's proactive response to date, but it would be helpful if each owner was contacted in the event of future concerns.

Microprocessors were returned to the manufacturer for assessment. An independent organisation such as the French company Bureau Veritas should also be involved in the microprocessors' assessment so as that EPIRB users can have an assurance of independence.

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