Charles Flanagan (Laois-Offaly, Fine Gael)

That is important.

I am not sure about the precedent, but I am curious about the Taoiseach's involvement. Is the lead Minister not the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform, the relevant Ministers - the Ministers for Defence and, where the Revenue Commissioners are concerned, Finance - being the other Ministers in a less leading role? I note the Taoiseach's involvement. Has other legislation involved the Taoiseach in the submission of reports or in liaising with a designated judge? Should the lead Minister not be the one to communicate with the judge if, from time to time, communication was considered desirable? The Taoiseach's involvement is curious. There may be a simple answer, but is this the norm?

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