Michael P. Kitt
Question:51 Mr. M. Kitt asked the Minister for Justice when the Juvenile Justice Bill will be published; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [19436/96]
Vol. 461 No. 8
51 Mr. M. Kitt asked the Minister for Justice when the Juvenile Justice Bill will be published; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [19436/96]
Last December the Government authorised the drafting of a Bill which will repeal the remaining provisions of the Children Act, 1908, and replace it with modern, comprehensive legislation which will deal primarily with juvenile justice matters.
The Bill is now being drafted but because of its size it is difficult to be precise about a publication date. It is hoped to publish it well before the summer recess.