Martin Heydon (Kildare South, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

My final point relates to section 5(1)(2), that HRI should have all such powers which are necessary for or incidental to the performance of its functions under this Part and Part IV, including the power to issue directives setting rules and procedures to achieve its obligations under subsection (1)(a) and (b). Mr. Gleeson said the Minister would be empowered to issue directives to HRI. Will the Minister have power to issue directives in addition to HRI having such a power?