asked the Minister for Justice if, in view of the judgement of the European Court of Human Rights limiting detention without charge to a maximum of four days, Ireland will enter a derogation to the European Convention of Human Rights and Fundamental Freedoms, or alternatively if he proposes to amend the Emergency Powers Act, 1976; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
Written Answers. - Detention of Persons without Charge.
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The section of the Emergency Powers Act, 1976, which provides for the detention of persons without charge is not in force at present. Accordingly, the question of making a derogation from the European Convention on Human Rights in respect of that Act does not arise.