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Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: General Scheme of the Communications (Retention of Data) Bill 2017: Discussion (8 Nov 2017)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: Good. I invite Mr. McGarr to begin.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: General Scheme of the Communications (Retention of Data) Bill 2017: Discussion (8 Nov 2017)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: Mr. McGarr must have used a word to set off the alarm.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: General Scheme of the Communications (Retention of Data) Bill 2017: Discussion (8 Nov 2017)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: I am very sorry but I will have no option but to suspend the meeting.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: General Scheme of the Communications (Retention of Data) Bill 2017: Discussion (8 Nov 2017)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: The immediate issues seems to have been resolved. We will now resume in public session. I apologise for the interruption.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: General Scheme of the Communications (Retention of Data) Bill 2017: Discussion (8 Nov 2017)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: I thank both of our guests for their very illuminating contributions. The first of the members to indicate is Deputy Wallace.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: General Scheme of the Communications (Retention of Data) Bill 2017: Discussion (8 Nov 2017)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: I must stop Dr. McIntyre at this point. I am afraid that the Final Stage vote on the Water Services Bill is being signalled on the screen. From Deputy Daly's contribution, my understanding is that a justice and equality Bill will commence immediately on the conclusion of this vote. That will require the attendance of the greater number of our Deputies. It becomes impossible for us to continue.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: General Scheme of the Communications (Retention of Data) Bill 2017: Discussion (8 Nov 2017)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: It would be good to be able to conclude our business. There are a number of important matters, not just relating to what Mr. McGarr and Dr. McIntyre are outlining, but even in our private session.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: General Scheme of the Communications (Retention of Data) Bill 2017: Discussion (8 Nov 2017)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: We may suspend. Is it within the witnesses' gift to take a brief coffee break?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: General Scheme of the Communications (Retention of Data) Bill 2017: Discussion (8 Nov 2017)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: It is eight minutes from the bell. I suppose that 15 minutes would be the most reasonable position to allow for a coffee. We will suspend for 15 minutes. I thank Deputy Daly for her intervention.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: General Scheme of the Communications (Retention of Data) Bill 2017: Discussion (8 Nov 2017)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: We will now resume in public session. Deputy Wallace was in possession.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: General Scheme of the Communications (Retention of Data) Bill 2017: Discussion (8 Nov 2017)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: I know Deputy O'Callaghan was to speak next but would Deputy Chambers like to use this opportunity?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: General Scheme of the Communications (Retention of Data) Bill 2017: Discussion (8 Nov 2017)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: I thank Mr. McIntyre and Mr. McGarr for their attendance. I am glad we have made it before 11.45 a.m. for Mr. McGarr.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: General Scheme of the Communications (Retention of Data) Bill 2017: Discussion (8 Nov 2017)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: I again record our appreciation. This is not the first time the witnesses have come before us. Their contributions today, opening addresses and responses have been hugely informative not only for the committee members but also, I hope, for others who may be listening. It was important that the witnesses had the opportunity to hear the earlier session. I would have liked for our guests to...

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Single Payment Scheme Payments (9 Nov 2017)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: 207. To ask the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine the reason a person (details supplied) has not yet received the 75% advance of their 2016 single farm payment; if the payment issues will be resolved; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [47496/17]

Written Answers — Department of Health: Hospital Waiting Lists (14 Nov 2017)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: 321. To ask the Minister for Health when a person (details supplied) will receive an appointment for knee replacement surgery; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48000/17]

Ceisteanna - Questions: Cabinet Committee Meetings (15 Nov 2017)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: Will the Taoiseach clarify when the Cabinet committee on health last met? I did not pick up his opening reference. Did he say December?

Ceisteanna - Questions: Cabinet Committee Meetings (15 Nov 2017)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: 12 September. Pardon me - it was not clear and I was not sure. I was wondering at the gap between the last time and the next scheduled meeting later this month. I am sure the Taoiseach is aware that over the first ten months of this year, record levels of people have been left on trolleys in hospitals throughout the State. I am sure many colleagues here have particular instances reflected...

Ceisteanna - Questions: Cabinet Committee Meetings (15 Nov 2017)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: Will the Taoiseach answer the question?

Ceisteanna - Questions: Cabinet Committee Meetings (15 Nov 2017)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: Can I ask a supplementary question because I received no reply from the Taoiseach?

Ceisteanna - Questions: Cabinet Committee Meetings (15 Nov 2017)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: There are a number of critical things to be done.