Roderic O'Gorman (Dublin West, Green Party) | Oireachtas source

I am not in a position to support these amendments. The criteria set out are all-important factors that need to be considered in deciding whether or not to make an order. If an investigation by An Garda Síochána or a coronial inquiry is taking place, an intervention under this Bill could potentially interfere with the investigation or inquiry. This is precisely why the legislation provides that the Government should not make an order in this situation if - and I emphasise if - having consulted with the Garda Commissioner or the coroner concerned, the Government is of the view that making an order is premature pending the outcome of the investigations. There is also a strong rationale for excluding official burial grounds, for ensuring that the appropriate buried human remains are not disturbed unnecessarily and that health and safety considerations are taken into account.