The committee was previously advised that the meeting to take Committee Stage of the Ombudsman (Amendment) Bill 2008 would take place on 5 March. The Minister of State has indicated that he is not available on this date. It is proposed to hold this meeting on Wednesday, 25 March instead. Is that agreed? Agreed. Also circulated is a letter on the Bill from the Ombudsman for Children for the information of members of the select committee.
Business of Select Committee.
The select committee adjourned at 1 p.m. until 10.30 a.m. on Wednesday, 25 March 2009.