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Scrap theft and forestry legislation

Summary

Deputy McGrath raises promised legislation on theft of scrap and precious metals and objects to proposed forestry sales. The Tánaiste says the Justice Minister awaits a committee report and that the forestry Bill has been approved.

I also wish to raise an important issue. I compliment the Ceann Comhairle on his remarks on Private Members' Bills. I have resubmitted one. The Minister for Justice and Equality promised that he would introduce legislation to address thefts of scrap and precious metals. It is happening wholesale, but nothing has been done.

Under the forestry Bill, will the Government please desist from the proposed sale of our precious-----

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Seán Barrett An Ceann Comhairle Fine Gael

Please, other Deputies wish to contribute.

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Yes, but this is on promised legislation.

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Seán Barrett An Ceann Comhairle Fine Gael

Submit a parliamentary question on the matter. This is not for the Order of Business.

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I have, but I received no answer.

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Seán Barrett An Ceann Comhairle Fine Gael

Is there a precious metals Bill?

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I understand that the Minister for Justice and Equality is awaiting a report from the Oireachtas justice committee, which has been considering the matter. The forestry Bill was agreed by the Government on Tuesday.

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Will the Government sell the rights?

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A rhino's horn was stolen from the National Museum.

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