Bernard J. Durkan
Question:216 Mr. Durkan asked the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform the estimated value of illegal drugs seized in the past five years; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2844/00]
Written Answers. - Drug Seizures.
I am informed by the Garda authorities that the estimated value of illegal drugs seized in the past five years is as follows: 1995 – £161.4 million; 1996 – £73 million; 1997 – £15 million; 1998 – £92.2 million; 1999 – £35.8 million (provisional).