In the unavoidable absence of the Chair, I seek nominations for temporary Chairperson.
Business of Joint Committee
Clerk to the Committee
I propose Deputy Thomas Byrne.
Clerk to the Committee
As there are no other nominations, I ask Deputy Thomas Byrne to take the Chair.
Deputy Thomas Byrne took the Chair.
Deputy O'Loughlin will be here in a few moments. I remind members to turn off their mobile phones. We have received apologies from Deputy McLoughlin.
The joint committee went into private session at 3.50 p.m. and resumed in public session at 4.40 p.m.