Jonathan O'Brien (Cork North Central, Sinn Fein) | Oireachtas source

I move amendment No. 8:

In page 8, between lines 7 and 8, to insert the following:“10. The Act of 1997 is amended by the insertion of the following after section 9B:

“9C. Where a court is hearing evidence from a complainant under section 8, the complainant shall have a right to be accompanied by a person of their choosing, including a support worker.”.

I believe the Minister for Justice and Equality intends to address this in separate legislation. I spoke to the Minister just before I got to my feet and I will not be pressing for a vote. I would, however, like to hear what the Minister of State has to say on it and if he will confirm the Minister's intention in this regard.

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