Charles Flanagan (Laois, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I am nodding because I want to take up exactly the point that has been raised by Senator Norris, which is the reason I cannot accept the amendment. It is too confining. In other words, the effect of the amendment would be such that the only consideration that can be given is on the matter of the published statement. It is too confining in that regard because there may well be other issues arising in recommendations which may be applicable. For example, section 56(4)(c) concerns the requirements for selection and recommendation of persons that impinge directly on skills and attributes.

I am not inclined to accept this amendment because it is too confining. That appears to be what Senator Norris wants, however.