Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 11 December 2013
125. Deputy Michael Healy-Rae asked the Minister for Justice and Equality when he intends to implement legislation to protect good samaritans who engage in good deeds in good faith but may find themselves being sued for their endeavours; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [53268/13]
Amharc ar fhreagraSection 4 of the Civil Law (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2011 inserted a new Part IVA into the Civil Liability Act 1961 which protects persons, described as 'good samaritans', from liability who act in good faith to give assistance, advice or care during an accident or emergency without expectation of payment or reward and in a way that does not constitute gross negligence. The Act also protects against liability persons involved in voluntary work for charitable or other purposes for the benefit of society, including sports, recreation and rescue. These provisions were commenced in 2011.
