Brian Hayes (Fine Gael)

Senator Ryan makes a valid point, particularly in the context of section 7. Section 7 gives absolute power to the Taoiseach to establish a new body under his discretion and control even though he must consult the Minister for Finance and other Ministers. There seems to be a discrepancy between both sections. In section 5, the sanction of the Minister for Finance is required in regard to expenses while in section 7, the Taoiseach has absolute power to establish a new body or group of bodies. There is inconsistency between both sections. In one section, the sanction of the Minister for Finance is required but in the other, the Taoiseach has absolute discretion even though he might have to consult the Minister.