Oireachtas committee members were ‘shocked’ after a fractious session with Department of Health secretary general Robert Watt
It is also likely that the report’s author, former head of the Institute of Directors Maura Quinn, will be invited to the committee. Fianna Fáil TD Jim O’Callaghan said he would like to hear evidence from Ms Quinn, praising her “excellent, coherent” report. Sinn Féin’s Pearse Doherty also said he would seek Ms Quinn’s appearance.
“Is it appropriate for Mr Watt to reject the findings of this report? How can Mr Watt’s position be tenable? Does the Tánaiste or the Government intend to take any action to make Mr Watt accountable?” she asked. Taoiseach Leo Varadkar said the controversy surrounding Mr Watt was not something ordinary people were concerned or talking about.
Mr Varadkar said “it was worth noting” the report by independent director Maura Quinn did not make any findings against any individuals in the matter.Commenting on Mr Watt’s appearance before the Oireachtas finance committee, Mr Donnelly said sanctions were not taken against civil servants “based on tone”.
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