Legislative Programme

Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 22 June 2016

Wednesday, 22 June 2016

Questions (38)

Catherine Murphy

Question:

38. Deputy Catherine Murphy asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality the reason for the delay in publishing the criminal justice (corruption) Bill; the steps she is taking to address the outstanding issues; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [17099/16]

Written answers

Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality

Drafting of the Criminal Justice (Corruption) Bill is at an advanced stage. There are some outstanding matters to be resolved before the Bill can be submitted to Government for approval and publication, and it is intended that the Bill will be published later this year.