I draw the attention of Senators to two specific provisions in this Part of the Bill. Section 8 provides for the independence of the commission. I consider it vital that there is a clear understanding among both those who provide hire services and the public that the decisions of the commission will be made independently of any outside influence. As the Minister responsible to the Oireachtas for the legislation relating to the licensing and operation of small public service vehicles and their drivers, the Minister for Transport is empowered under section 10 to give policy directions to the commission. However, that will not restrict the decision-making process of the commission which will deal with operations.