The deal, from start to finish, was shambolic. I find it difficult to understand the points made by the former Minister for Education and Science, Deputy Woods, when speaking on this subject over the last couple of weeks. I am unable to grasp the points he is making. I do not wish to make an attack on Deputy Woods but it is difficult for him to justify many of the arguments he puts forward in relation to the deal. Many have referred to the fact that the deal was signed off late into the term of office of the last Government. It appears from the evidence presented to date that the role of the Attorney General and his office was sidelined in the context of the discussions taking place. There was, as others said, no assessment of the total wealth or asset base of the church at the time, which should have been done. Anybody in the private sector negotiating a deal involving millions of euro would bring in their lawyers. They are the people one needs to ensure clarity on all the issues. That did not happen in relation to this deal.