Feargal Quinn (Independent)

I thank the Minister of State and appreciate the words he used. I was very pleased to hear him state the matter was receiving a high priority and that something was happening. When I was in Bishop Street some years ago, I was very impressed by the ability of the team and its interest. However, I still hold certain concerns. The information provided by the Minister of State on the numbers examining the census figures is startling. It would amount to a disaster if we lost them. There has been a vast effort made; I urge the Minister of State to give the matter not only a high priority but the highest priority. I recognise, however, that we do not have the funds to do everything we wish to do. In this case we would never get over the blame that would attach to us if we lost the archives. We must do something about the matter. Therefore, I urge the Minister of State to give it the highest priority and ensure this happens in the way sought.