59 Mr. Collins asked the Minister for Justice the number of people convicted and imprisoned for offences involving firearms since 1 January 1995; the sentence imposed in each case; and the number and dates of release in each case. [7030/96]

The total number of persons convicted and imprisoned for offences involving firearms since 1 January 1995 is 27. A breakdown of the sentences imposed and the date of release, if any, in each case is as follows: