Róisín Shortall (Dublin North West, Social Democrats) | Oireachtas source

It is unfortunate that the Tánaiste is not availing of the opportunity to extend this arrangement to all persons. In sexual offences cases the issues are very sensitive. It is very difficult for people to come forward and we know that people are slow to come forward so that when they do, they should be afforded every protection. I urge the Tánaiste to rethink her decision.

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