Ceisteanna ar Pholasaí nó ar Reachtaíocht – Questions on Policy or Legislation
Dail Éireann — 2022-06-22
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Darragh O'Brien (FF), Dublin Fingal

I thank Deputy Bacik for her question. Obviously, the independence of the board and the position the board has are of crucial importance. I take the allegations very seriously in that regard. That is why a number of reviews and investigations are happening, including the specific one by Remy Farrell SC. I have not yet received the report. I know there was a vote in the Dáil yesterday to have a debate on this in advance of getting the report. If we are reasonable, which the Deputy is being, we need to be able to get the report and review it. I would welcome input from others when we have that report. Should I be in a position to publish it - I see no reason why I would not be - it would be appropriate at the correct time to have a debate, but obviously not in advance of the report being sent to me and being considered. I will keep the House informed of the progress in that regard.

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Sitting date: 2022-06-22