Simon Harris (Wicklow, Fine Gael)
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Yes, without passing a judgment on the 1989 Act, that is exactly right. I want to make sure we have an Act that is implementable and operational. If we as an Oireachtas decide to pass this law and put it on the Statute Book, members of An Garda Síochána, DPP staff and members of Judiciary need this Act to be implementable and operational. We know what we are endeavouring to do here as an Oireachtas and must ensure that the legislation can actually be effective. I am very much accepting in good faith what members are trying to do in the amendments they are bringing forward. I am suggesting that I reflect on what they have said and consider it further between now and Report Stage. We can interact further at that stage.