Garda Síochána (Powers) Bill 2026: Committee Stage
Seanad Éireann — 2026-05-14
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Maria Byrne (CC), Agricultural Panel

Yes. On Senator Ruane's amendment No. 51 to repeal section 3 of the Misuse of Drugs Act, it must be ruled out of order in accordance with Standing Order 165 as it is not relevant to the subject matter of the Bill.
To clarify, no pressure was brought to bear by the Department. I have read out the precedents. I suggest that we suspend the House to discuss this. I ask the Acting Leader to move the suspension for ten minutes.

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Sitting date: 2026-05-14