Garda Síochána (Powers) Bill 2026: Report and Final Stages
Seanad Éireann — 2026-06-17
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Michael McDowell (IND), National University of Ireland

-----that a blind approach is what is required, but the simple fact is that that is the same in England as well. The Home Secretary in England would say exactly the same - "I want no discrimination and I expect no discrimination" - but the facts prove otherwise.

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Sitting date: 2026-06-17