Drugs in Prison.

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 23 November 2004

Tuesday, 23 November 2004

Questions (322)

Enda Kenny

Question:

371 Mr. Kenny asked the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform when he expects work on the prison drugs policy to be completed; when the policy will be put in place; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [29735/04]

Written answers

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

Preparation of a drugs policy for the Irish Prison Service is at an advanced stage and I expect to publish it early next year. The new policy will facilitate consistent regulation and operational structure in pursuing both supply and demand reduction.