asked the Minister for Justice whether there is a need for legislation to regulate the issue of phone tapping by the Government or by Government agencies in view of the decision of the Court of Human Rights in the case of Malone in 1986.
Written Answers. - Phone Tapping.
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I am aware of the case to which the Deputy refers and, as I indicated in reply to previous questions on this subject, I am having the question of legislation to regulate interception of communications examined. Consultations related to this examination have not yet been completed. In accordance with normal practice any proposals I may have in connection with this matter will be announced in the ordinary way in due course when they have been considered by the Government.