We have received apologies from Deputy Pat Buckley and Senator Jennifer Murnane O'Connor. Members are requested to ensure that their mobile phones are turned off for the duration of the meeting. I propose that we go into private session to deal with housekeeping matters. Is that agreed? Agreed.
Business of Joint Committee
The joint committee went into private session at 1.40 p.m. and resumed in public session at 1.45 p.m.