Kathleen Lynch (Cork North Central, Labour) | Oireachtas source

I thank all Senators who contributed to the debate and acknowledge the widespread support for the Bill.

I will deal with the direct questions put by Senators Denis O'Donovan and John Whelan. It will be an issue for other countries to decide whether they will designate a liaison officer. It will be a matter for the English authorities to decide whether they will designate an officer from the PSNI to act as a liaison officer.

I am sure Senator O'Donovan knows the answer to his question on Garda stations. The resources for Garda stations in rural Ireland is a matter for the Garda Commission, but I am sure the Senator will raise the matter again with the Minister. I will convey Senator O'Donovan's concerns to the Minister.