David Stanton (Cork East, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I thank the Deputy for his questions. I cannot comment on whether a particular practice is illegal. For me to do so would potentially prejudice events that may take place afterwards, as we have seen in the past. I cannot state that a certain practice is illegal. I am not a judge and, with respect, neither is any of the committee members.

Neither the Minister nor I directs the Garda what to do. It is under the direction of the Commissioner. The Garda makes-----