Tony Killeen (Clare, Fianna Fail)

We also discussed this on Committee Stage and I was strongly of the view that the current system works particularly well. The deterrent element of having the matter before the High Court is of some value and it should be retained, although I accept that the Deputy made a number of strong points in favour of the amendment. However, these cases are only taken in extreme urgency and danger when the Health and Safety Authority has failed to get the cooperation of an employer. In the circumstances, it should occur at the level of the High Court.

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