John Gormley (Dublin South East, Green Party)

It is unfortunate and regrettable that I am not in a position to comment. I am sure the comments made by Senator John Paul Phelan are valid, and he is correct in pointing out there are no officials from the relevant Department here — although there are officials here — which is not satisfactory. They could have had an opportunity to convey the Senator's sentiments. I hope the Acting Chairman might, from his position, remind the Minister of this but I will tell the Minister I was in here and issues were raised of major concern to Senators. I hope they will be addressed.