At this stage we can carry on with our agenda. I should like to welcome Mr. O'Malley from the Press who is alone for the moment. As you know, the orders setting up the Joint Committee were made just prior to the Christmas Recess. We then had a meeting called at very short notice to appoint a Chairman so that the work of the Committee could get under way. This is the first public meeting of the Joint Committee. Of course, all our future meetings will be public and we will be glad to see the Press at those meetings. The first item is the election of the Vice-Chairman. Does anybody wish to give me nominations?
Election of Vice-Chairman.
I should like to propose Senator Eoin Ryan.
I second that.
Are there any further proposals? In the absence of further proposals I have pleasure in declaring Senator Eoin Ryan elected Vice-Chairman of the Joint Committee.
Thank you.