Michael McDowell (Dublin South East, Progressive Democrats)

I know, that is my point. The Bill as presented and the intentions behind it were entirely laudable, but when we look at the contents of the Bill, they make it possible for the first time to sue someone for failing to act. Is that a good idea?

I agree with Deputy Timmins and the other speakers that we do not want a society in which people hesitate to become involved because they worry they might be sued.

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