Gerard Craughwell (Independent) | Oireachtas source

Another issue relates to the independence of the board. It is vital that the board be independent but also that there be balance. I am following on from the Deputy's point about the appointment of the Secretary General of the Department. I understand what the professor said about this being a matter for the Government, and it is something our committee will have to take up. Whatever about ex officio members, I think the employee side is as entitled to have representation to offer balance. I think he is saying we will have to bring that to the Government and that it is not a role for the oversight body.