Seanad debates

Wednesday, 31 October 2007

Witness Protection Programme Bill 2007: Second Stage

 

7:00 pm

Photo of Alex WhiteAlex White (Labour)

I do not agree with what Senator Harris said. While I understand all the slanging about the Law Library, every day prosecutions are secured in our courts. The protection of the principles of innocence until proven guilty, about which we all know, and proof beyond a reasonable doubt by the prosecution is not an obstacle to the fight against crime. Prosecutions will continue to be secured. The Minister of State has said the Bill adds nothing to the task of dealing with crime and even risks jeopardising it, which is an over-the-top criticism of this legislation. I ask the House to support the Bill and allow it to proceed to the next Stage.

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