Ciarán Cannon (Galway East, Fine Gael)

I cannot support the amendment because it would introduce references to structures not shared by all providers. The authority must consult relevant providers, but the internal bodies through which institutions engage in consultation are the responsibility of each of these bodies. I expect and hope universities will bring these matters to the attention of their own governing authorities and academic councils, but I do not believe this needs to be specifically provided for in the legislation.