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Gangland crime legislation

Summary

Michael Healy-Rae calls for stronger legislation against gangland crime, but cannot identify a specific Bill. The Tánaiste says no specific Bill is involved and that existing laws are being vigorously enforced.

As specific gangland law is gathering dust, there must be an overhaul of legislation and the introduction of measures that will meet the requirements of the courts to sustain charges made against people involved in gangland crime. Words of condemnation and arrogance from the Minister for Justice and Equality are simply not enough.

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Seán Barrett An Ceann Comhairle Fine Gael

Which particular Bill is the Deputy talking about?

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I am talking about gangland crime legislation, which is gathering dust.

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Seán Barrett An Ceann Comhairle Fine Gael

What legislation is it?

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It is in today's edition of the Irish Independent.

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There is no specific Bill. What is required is enforcement of existing laws, which objective is being pursued vigorously.

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