John Gormley (Dublin South East, Green Party)

These are the relevant points that the Deputy needs to bear in mind. There are no consequences. The Deputy says there is an inconsistency involved and if he can it bring it to my attention, I would be happy to look at it. The authorised officers have always been allowed to use discretion on these matters. I reiterate that there has been no change in legislation or regulation. Any confusion has been caused quite deliberately for mischief making purposes.

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