Ann Phelan (Carlow-Kilkenny, Labour) | Oireachtas source

The core point, which has been articulated widely in both Houses, is that there are limits to the extent to which the executive power of the State in relation to policing can be delegated. While the position is not being accepted by the Deputies, the legal advice provided by the Attorney General is clear. The Bill has been developed taking into account the constitutional position. In short, the Executive cannot remove itself from its responsibilities in relation to policing.

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