Feargal Quinn (Independent)

I appreciate that and thank the Minister.

Section 128 states: "On the application of an authorised officer, a judge of the District Court, if satisfied that there are reasonable grounds for believing that—". Section 127(1) states: "In carrying out his or her functions under section 126, an authorised officer may—". I do not understand why in one case a judge of the District Court is required and in other cases a judge is not required.