Alan Shatter (Dublin South, Fine Gael)

I apologise as the additional information that should have been attached to the response has not been provided. I will ensure it is put in the Senator's pigeonhole. I have been informed by the Commissioner that he is examining the matter. I have no particular plans as Minister to create any difficulties in this regard. It may be just a review of how it operates in practice in the context of the numbers availing of it and their proficiency in the language. I am not aware of any major event about to happen in the context of this matter. I was simply informed when we made contact with the Commissioner's office that he is reviewing the manner in which matters are working. I am sure if there are developments in this regard I will be informed and with the greatest of pleasure I will pass on to the Senator any information that arises.