Michael D'Arcy (Wexford, Fine Gael)

Is there a defence for somebody who has suspicion on reasonable grounds, acts honestly and with good intention in the belief that something is amiss, makes a report as a designated person but who is incorrect and the information turns out to be unfounded? Without some form of a defence people will be very cagey about reporting potential money laundering or funds being transferred for terrorist purposes. Has the Minister considered this? Perhaps there is a cross-reference to a previous Act on whistleblowers. If somebody acts in an honest way with good intentions there should be a defence on his or her behalf.

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