James Reilly (Dublin North, Fine Gael)

Yes, but the concern is that a private individual who might own an institution for the care of the psychiatrically unwell, run by doctors, may enter into an arrangement with other private individuals who are agents to do this work. There is a big loophole there, with much room for problems and trouble, if we do not specify the standards in legislation and if it is not regulated by legislation. There is no regulatory authority to regulate this body or agency involved in this type of work. That is very important.

I also seek clarification on the issue of using whatever force is necessary to gain entry. That should be restricted to the Garda and not include a private security firm. We have seen enough of those in the United States of America.

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