Liquor Licensing Laws.

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 25 October 2005

Tuesday, 25 October 2005

Questions (421)

Paul Connaughton

Question:

489 Mr. Connaughton asked the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform when new licensing laws governing hotels will come into operation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30478/05]

Written answers

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

The Government legislation programme published on 27 September makes provision for publication of a Bill to codify the licensing laws in mid-2006. The Bill will contain provisions relating to the licensing of different categories of licensed premises, including hotels.