Defamation Law.

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 1 June 2004

Tuesday, 1 June 2004

Questions (48)

Pat Rabbitte

Question:

64 Mr. Rabbitte asked the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform the position regarding his consideration of the recommendations of the Legal Advisory Group on the Defamation Law, particularly in regard to the proposals for the establishment of a statutory press council; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16290/04]

Written answers

Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform (Mr. McDowell)

I refer the Deputy to my reply to Questions No. 31 and 145 answered together of 5 May 2004. The position remains unchanged.