Charles Flanagan (Laois, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I do not accept that. In fact, it is very unfair on the representative professional bodies. Of course, it is open to anyone in society to ask questions and Deputy Clare Daly has referred to people asking questions about suitability and appropriateness. Asking questions is easy but answering them and drawing on conclusive evidence and ensuring due process is important. I do not think it is fair that a shadow is being cast on the professional bodies to which we are referring in the context of this legislation.