Brendan Howlin (Wexford, Labour)

I move amendment No. 41:

In page 15, line 34, after "oath" to insert "or affirmation".

I tabled this amendment on Committee Stage for the purpose of greater clarity as I was informed that the provisions of the Interpretation Act 2005 on oaths are somewhat obscure and do not cover all cases. Subsequent to the discussions, the Minister of State kindly wrote to me and assured me that having consulted the Office of the Parliamentary Counsel, Part 1 of the Schedule to the Interpretation Act 2005 clearly provides that "oath" includes affirmation. If he will put that information on the floor of the House, I will withdraw the amendment.

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