Dáil Thursday 27 October 1977

Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Rape Victims.

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Anonymity for rape victims 2 speeches

The Minister said no legislation guarantees rape victims’ anonymity, though reports generally withhold their names, and he would keep the need for legislation under review.

John F. O'Connell, Gerard Collins

John F. O'Connell Dr. O'Connell Labour Party

asked the Minister for Justice whether there is provision at present to provide for the anonymity of rape victims; and, if not, if he will initiate measures to this effect.

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Gerard Collins Mr. G. Collins Fianna Fáil

There is no legislation providing for the anonymity of rape victims. The current general practice in reporting such cases is to withhold the names of the victims. I propose, however, to keep under review the need for legislation in this area.

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