Oireachtas Joint and Select Committees

Wednesday, 5 July 2023

Select Committee on Justice and Equality

Garda Síochána (Recording Devices) Bill 2022: Committee Stage

Photo of Helen McEnteeHelen McEntee (Meath East, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

It would absolutely have to happen. It is the case the Commissioner would have to engage in this process and would have to do so by law. What would be useful, and I think we have seen that with other legislation we have passed afterward without expressly stating it, is that there be information campaigns so we work on making people aware of what the law now is, be it through adverts or campaigns. Gardaí themselves must be able to engage and understand, as we are constantly changing and updating the laws. They must be aware of how the law has changed. It is about being able to do that when the Bill has passed. Engaging with the relevant agencies would be a good approach as well. I am happy to work with the Deputy on that.

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