Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 23 November 2005
101 Dr. Upton asked the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform if his attention has been drawn to the proposal to establish a lap dancing club in Parnell Street by a person (details supplied); if the gardaí are satisfied that such clubs are not used for trafficking and exploitation of women; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35745/05]
View answerI am informed by the Garda authorities that local Garda management have met management of the proposed lap-dancing club referred to by the Deputy and that an application for a public dancing licence for the premises is listed for hearing in early December 2005, at which time Garda submissions will be entered.
I am further informed that investigations carried out under Operation Quest have targeted this type of establishment. At this time, Garda management do not have evidence to suggest that such clubs are used for trafficking or illegal exploitation of women. However, the situation continues to be monitored by them.
