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Exercise of functions in Garda Commissioner’s absence.
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32.— (1) The Minister may authorise a Deputy Garda Commissioner to perform the functions of the Garda Commissioner—
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(a) during any absence, incapacity or suspension from duty of the Garda Commissioner, or
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(b) during any vacancy in the office of Garda Commissioner.
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(2) In the absence of a Deputy Garda Commissioner, the Minister may authorise an Assistant Garda Commissioner to perform the functions of the Garda Commissioner during any absence or other circumstance described in paragraph (a) or (b) of subsection (1).
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