Catherine Noone (Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I thank Ms McNally. It goes without saying that, arising out of this case, further powers are required to shut down operators. There should be a power to shut down rogue traders. The Minister has already indicated that she will look at that issue. It is important that when officials identify gaps and a need for additional powers, there is a system in place to respond and that legislators can hear relatively quickly about what is required. Individual inspectors should be able to engage with policymakers on what is required to enable them to do their job more effectively, following which legislation can be drafted.