Lynn Ruane (Independent) | Oireachtas source

I have two questions. First, although I cannot remember which heading this comes under, it is stated that the Minister will lay out the priorities for the year. I suppose this comes back to the separation issue. If there is independence, should the director general and the board not be the ones who are in a position to lay out the priorities, obviously in consultation or in collaboration with others? This seems to run counter to the intention of the Bill.

I do not see anything in the heads on the victim liaison officer, VLO, and whether there should be a legal basis for his or her involvement with the IPS and whether that could be done through this legislation or by looking at the make-up of the board. I have an interest in restorative justice practices. I am wondering what the witnesses' thoughts are on the VLO having much more involvement on a legal basis.