Richard Bruton (Dublin North Central, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

It will be necessary to bring any regulation under this provision before the Houses of the Oireachtas in the usual way. Consequently, there is provision for the Houses to be involved if any such regulation came forward. As I stated, only one will be brought forward and I undertake to consult with the Oireachtas committee in order that people can see what I am bringing forward. However, this is a general power and it is reasonable to include it. I have given the assurance that there is absolutely no intention of using this-----