Seanad debates

Tuesday, 22 May 2018

Data Protection Bill 2018: [Seanad Bill amended by the Dáil] Report and Final Stages

 

2:30 pm

Photo of Niall Ó DonnghaileNiall Ó Donnghaile (Sinn Fein) | Oireachtas source

I would never use it inappropriately. The manner in which both Houses have been able to co-operate on this Bill with mutual understanding and appreciation has been very telling. It is understandable that there have been some nuanced disagreements, but there has also been an appreciation of the significance and importance of this legislation.

It is worth noting the work of the officials and of the Minister and his colleagues. They have worked co-operatively to get this through. I hope it does not sound slightly facetious when I say we will see how it goes. It is incumbent on us to ensure we do all we can to get the word out to people about compliance, the operation of this legislation and how it works for people. Regardless of where one stands on the more nuanced aspects of this Bill, the constant thread throughout the debate has been the need to ensure the rights of citizens are protected and their security is upheld.

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