Catherine Murphy (Kildare North, Independent) | Oireachtas source

I appreciate the work Deputy Wallace and others have put into preparing the Bill and I agree with the principle of the changes they seek to make. Independence from undue political interference, transparency and accountability are extremely important elements in the operation of public life and the institutions of the State. Adherence to these principles are necessary for public confidence and I acknowledge the Bill is framed from this perspective.

Everyone in the House is grateful to the vast majority of gardaí who every day do an extremely good job in ensuring we are not put at risk and assuring our safety. It would be wrong not to acknowledge this work.

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