Dáil Éireann debate -
Thursday, 27 Jun 1996

Vol. 467 No. 6

Written Answers. - Drugs Statistics.

Ivor Callely

Question:

107 Mr. Callely asked the Minister for Justice the way in which the statistics are compiled in relation to the use of illegal drugs, drug trafficking and the value placed on such drugs; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [13851/96]

Minister for Justice (Mrs. Owen)

I am informed by the Garda authorities that statistics in relation to the enforcement of the drug laws are published in the Garda Commissioner's Annual Report on Crime, copies of which are available in the Oireachtas Library.