Damien English (Meath West, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

It reflects the relationship that was there. We are trying to protect the person in authority. We recognise there is potential for consent because there could be a long-term relationship there, although it is with someone in authority. We have to allow for that.

If there was a lack of capacity for consent, it could also be prosecuted under section 21. There is a logic behind it. It has been debated. I am not trying to say-----