Donnchadh Ó Laoghaire (Cork South Central, Sinn Fein) | Oireachtas source

I have no difficulty with the amendments, which generally relate to the structure, accountability and answerability of the Parole Board, the manner in which the chief executive and board are accountable to the Oireachtas, the proper running of the board and such matters. As I have the opportunity, it is appropriate that I address as part of the grouping the proposed deletion of section 15, which I do not support. Given that the panel structure has been removed, we would have to amend the wording of section 15 in the Seanad. It is appropriate, however, to provide for some form of review within a relatively short period of a parole decision, although it would not have to be done in the manner provided for in the section. It is reasonable to have reviews because people deserve an opportunity to have parole decisions looked over again. In that context, I will oppose the deletion of section 15.

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