Paul Coghlan (Fine Gael)

Senator Mansergh is quite perceptive with regard to how small a clue editorial writers possess in respect of certain subjects, and what was written this morning in the editorial of the Irish Independent with regard to councillors is one such glaring example.

We read this morning of appointments to the Garda Complaints Board. I understand that these will be on a full-time basis. Will the Leader comment on this or give the Government's view, particularly with regard to the appointment of the Director of Consumer Affairs to the Garda Complaints Board?