Simon Harris (Wicklow, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

One of the reasons, along with transparency, that I chose to publish all of the memos was that we do not read them in isolation. The Deputy can see a memo came to me on 27 August. Of course, it is important to note that memo was quickly followed by another one on, I think, 7 September, which provides more assurance in regard to how some of those issues are being dealt with. There is also another note from the board, as the Deputy will know from his scrutiny. I am happy with the conduct of my officials in this regard. I am happy with the conduct of my Secretary General, who was my interlocutor in regard to these matters.

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