Garda Síochána (Powers) Bill 2026: Report and Final Stages
Seanad Éireann — 2026-06-17
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Jim O'Callaghan (FF), Dublin Bay South

I thank Senator O'Donovan for his contribution and commend him on that. The requirement is imposed by the member of An Garda Síochána and the wording is "require to driver". The garda can permit somebody, to use Senator McDowell's example, to go if they need to go to the toilet. The garda can restrict or limit the requirement imposed on them. I again thank Senator O'Donovan for his helpful contribution in terms of the practicality of what happens when a search of a vehicle is ongoing.

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Sitting date: 2026-06-17