(1) In addition to the duties assigned under section 8 of the Act of 1993, the designated judge shall -
(a) keep the operation of the provisions of this Part under review,
(b) ascertain whether the Garda Síochána and the Permanent Defence Force are complying with its provisions, and
(c) include, in the report to the Taoiseach under section 8(2) of the Act of 1993, such matters relating to this Part that the designated judge considers appropriate.
(2) For the purpose of carrying out the duties assigned under this section, the designated judge -
(a) has the power to investigate any case in which a disclosure request is made, and
(b) is entitled to access to and has the power to inspect any official documents or records relating to the request.
(3) Any person who was concerned in, or has information relevant to, the preparation or making of a disclosure request shall give the designated judge, on his or her request, such information relating to the request as is in the person's pos