Michael D'Arcy (Wexford, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

Who does the Senator believe should be in the room with the Judiciary when these decisions are being made? Should representatives of the insurance companies be present? Should medical practitioners be present? Insurance companies should not be represented because they have a vested interest. Medical practitioners could potentially have a vested interest too. There is nothing wrong with the Judiciary, through the council, setting the guidelines. It will be able to source information and knowledge from the Personal Injuries Assessment Board. It may require information from insurance companies or medical practitioners. When the time comes to conclude the matter, it will be up to the Judiciary to make the determination.