Cian O'Callaghan (Dublin Bay North, Social Democrats) | Oireachtas source

The Minister of State is saying that it is the Government's view that it makes policy. This amendment would not stop there being a key role for the Government and it would just be to put in a role for the joint committee in terms of scrutiny. The Government would still be drafting policy and by virtue of its numbers, it would normally be able to get that policy approved. However, this seeks to put a layer into the process that involves the Oireachtas committee. I can only see this as being of benefit. That is the point that I am making. I will be pressing the amendment.