Sheila Terry (Fine Gael)

I move amendment No. 10:

In page 4, line 11, after "ex parte." to add:

"The provisions of subsection (3)(d) shall apply to interim protection orders obtained ex parte as they apply to interim barring orders obtained ex parte.".

This amendment seeks to attach the same rights to protection orders obtained ex parte, as apply to interim barring orders obtained ex parte. The amendment would provide more protection for the individual. The Bill is seeking to afford such protection, particularly in light of the recent Supreme Court decision. I am asking the Minister to accept this amendment.