Enda Kenny (Mayo, Fine Gael)

I realise the importance of this motion. I understand the Cabinet dealt with it only yesterday and that it must go before the Council for signature next week. While notice is short, the issue is relevant. The second point on the briefing document given to Deputy Mitchell and Opposition spokespersons refers to the number of EU passenger name records being reduced from 34 to 19. The Minister might provide information on what is collected. I do not know what are the 34 points of information collected and what 19 points will remain after the reduction. This is important because the information is stored for up to 15 years, either live or in situ, available for recall as necessary.

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