John Curran (Dublin Mid West, Fianna Fail)

The chief superintendent has power to impose certain conditions relating to any collection he or she authorises. It is also within his or her remit to monitor collections and ensure they take place in accordance with the terms he or she has imposed. As we discussed earlier, it is important for us not to put undue burdens and additional work on the charities. The proposed amendment places the onus on the permit holder to report to the chief superintendent as to whether the permit was used. I would not consider this a reliable way to ascertain whether a permit was used. I do not have knowledge that this is a widespread problem. It is not an issue raised by the Garda Síochána in consultations on the Bill. Therefore I do not intend to accept the amendment. However, I will keep the issue under review if it comes to light with the Garda.

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