Dáil
‹ Order of Business Scrap-metal theft legislation
Summary
James Bannon seeks legislation against scrap and precious-metal theft, prompting procedural exchanges and criticism; the Taoiseach says no publication date is available for the proposed Bill.
Scrap and precious metal thieves are roaming around the countryside. We heard the comments of the former president of the Irish Farmers Association, IFA, last week on who will be catching them if action is not taken shortly.
Comment on this
A Private Members' Bill was brought in last year. Is there any legislation pending in this area?
Comment on this
No. Deputy Mattie McGrath raised this on several occasions. I do not have a date for publication of the Bill.
Comment on this
The Taoiseach is sitting on it like he sits on everything else.
