Róisín Shortall (Dublin North West, Labour)

Although this issue did not arise on Committee Stage, it is an important point. What grade is the position of commissioner? Why will no open competition be held for the post? Has the Minister sought legal advice on this arrangement? It is peculiar, to say the least, that the Minister will appoint someone to a position as important as this. Surely the appointment should be handled by the Local Appointments Commission. In the light of these concerns, I am unable to support the amendment.

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