Crime Prevention

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 4 November 2014

Tuesday, 4 November 2014

Questions (515)

Terence Flanagan

Question:

515. Deputy Terence Flanagan asked the Minister for Justice and Equality her views on investing in portable metal detectors for the Garda to use in helping to deal with knife crime; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [41496/14]

Written answers

Minister for Justice and Equality

I have requested a report from the Garda authorities in relation to the matter referred to by the Deputy. I will contact the Deputy directly as soon as the report is to hand.