In the unavoidable absence of the Chair, I seek nominations for temporary Chairperson.
Business of Joint Committee
Clerk to the Committee
I propose Deputy Catherine Martin.
I second that proposal.
Clerk to the Committee
As there are no other nominations, I ask Deputy Catherine Martin to take the Chair.
Deputy Catherine Martin took the Chair.
I remind members to turn their mobile phones off when attending committee meetings. It is proposed to defer the private session until the end of the meeting. Is that agreed? Agreed.
Sitting suspended at 10.37 a.m. and resumed at 10.40 a.m.