Michael McCarthy (Labour)

I move amendment No. 6:

In page 25, line 35, to delete "certificate" and substitute "warrant".

I raised this issue on Committee Stage. While I do not want to test the Minister's generosity perhaps he will consider accepting this amendment. The appointment of an authorised officer is a well established, understood and familiar legal term. There is in my view no particular rationale in terms of the introduction of the new concept of "certificate" in terms of such appointment.

The Minister has stated that "certificate" is a more current reference. However, this runs the risk of inconsistency in terminology, a point well made by the Minister in respect of amendments Nos. 2 and 3. This could be change for change sake. It is hoped the Minister will look favourably on this amendment.