Michael McDowell (Dublin South East, Progressive Democrats)

The facts relating to that situation could well come to the attention of the ombudsman commission in a different manner. The absence of a complaints mechanism did not lead to the events in Donegal. A complaints mechanism exists at this time with regard to Donegal. What is being asked for here is totally different, namely, that gardaí should be allowed make complaints against each other. I am unconvinced and must be persuaded the present proposals of the Bill are grossly inadequate before I change my mind.