Trevor Ó Clochartaigh (Sinn Fein) | Oireachtas source

I have no doubt the Minister of State would, but with something this detailed and urgent, if possible, a more precise oversight mechanism needs to be put in place. A body such as the Irish Human Rights and Equality Commission, IHREC, does need to independently verify the position. We could have a political argy-bargy in the House about what has been done and what has not been done but it would be preferable if an independent body such as the IHREC were to examine what has been done and what has been implemented within a very short period, as time is of the essence. In the political world things can get stretched out and it could take a while before the Minister of State could get back to see us. We have seen that happen previously. It would be more useful if the women themselves also had the mechanism in legislation to allow them to go to a body such as the IHREC to ensure that what is to be delivered will be delivered. Perhaps more steps need to be taken in that regard.