Rónán Mullen (Independent)

I have no objection to the subjection of the report to consent but it is not contradictory to suggest that the word should be "shall" rather than "may" because the State should be required to provide a report irrespective of whether the subject of the care assessment or the specified person wishes to withhold consent. My concern is that the provision as it stands might let the State off the hook in terms of its obligation for providing carers with the information they need.