Ann Ormonde (Fianna Fail)

Senator Browne could be barred also. He should not worry, he will have enough time to say what he wants. Fine local authority members are serving throughout the country. Many of them may not wish to serve on these boards but others may and would be very good at it. The section should be removed. People with relevant expertise should be allowed to make a contribution. If a member of a local authority has the necessary expertise, he or she should be allowed to serve on a board.