I propose to take Questions Nos. 1398 and 1961 together.
Dr. Scally's Scoping Inquiry into CervicalCheck was conducted on an independent basis. My Department does not hold detailed records of the travel arrangements of Dr. Scally or other members of the Scoping Inquiry team. The following table sets out the aggregate travel expenses claimed by Dr Scally and his team, as described in the invoices submitted to my Department.
Details of travel arrangements.
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Expenses
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Lab Visits (Flights, hotels etc)
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€17,933
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Accommodation
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€5,058
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Mileage
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€392
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Total (excluding VAT)
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€23,383
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