Gerard Murphy (Cork North West, Fine Gael)

Deputy Jim O'Keeffe moved amendment No. 17 before the debate was adjourned. It was discussed previously on Committee Stage. We feel it is necessary to insert the words "prior to the execution of the warrant". A warrant should be a static document and all parties should be aware that everything in the document is exact and will not change at the whim of a Minister. The whole concept of retrospectivity in a document such as a warrant is a dangerous concept to enter into at this stage.

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