Terry Leyden (Fianna Fail)

I do not agree with the amendments, the flaws of which the Minister has pointed out very well. It is not correct to compare the Commissioner to an ombudsman who deals with complaints about particular entitlements as the circumstances in this instance are quite different. As very serious allegations could be made against members of the force with effects on their careers and families, it is preferable that they would be judged by three people rather than one person. Far safer guidelines are being laid down than those proposed in the Opposition amendments. I fully agree with the Minister.