asked the Minister for Justice if the Government intends to sign and ratify the European Convention on the legal status of children born out of wedlock; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
85.
Written Answers. - Illegitimacy Law.
84.
asked the Minister for Justice if the Government intends to sign the European Convention on the legal status of children born out of wedlock.
Limerick East): I propose to take Questions Nos. 84 and 85 together.
The question of acceding to this convention is being examined in conjunction with the consideration at present being given to the reform of the law on illegitimacy. The decision of the Government on the question will be announced in due course.
Question No. 86 postponed.