In the light of several contributions today and yesterday on murders and violent crime, it would be timely for the House to consider either adding to proposed legislation that is in process or introducing a new Bill to give the Garda Síochána - the guardians of the peace - the equipment it requires to maintain peace. Our streets and homes have been invaded and destroyed and it is time to arm uniformed gardaí.

Is the Deputy referring to specific legislation?

I refer to all crime related legislation currently before the House. We need to address this issue quickly.

On the Deputy's proposal which I understand is to arm all gardaí, no such legislation has been promised or is before the House.