David Cullinane (Sinn Fein)

I thank the Minister of State for his response. I understand that the consultation process has just ended and that no decision has been made. Therefore, I respect the fact that he does not have the decisions and outcomes of the consultation process yet. He mentioned in his speech that the Minister is seeking to balance the running costs of harbours against the impact that any increase in charges would have on customers. That is the point I am making. We must ensure that we do not, while increasing charges to ensure the harbours are run correctly, damage their ability to attract customers, whether they are using yachts or cruiseliners. It would also have a negative impact on local businesses. I am comforted by his comments. We must wait to see the details of the outcome of the consultation process. I thank the Minister of State for taking the Adjournment.