Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 8 November 2022
886. Deputy Aodhán Ó Ríordáin asked the Minister for Justice when she expects her Department to complete and publish the promised review of the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences) Act; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [55413/22]
View answerIn July 2020, my Department contracted an independent expert to undertake the review of Part 4 of the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences) Act.
As part of the review, an online public consultation was opened and contributions were received from a broad range of organisations with different perspectives. The review will consider all aspects outlined in the Terms of Reference.
The review is being conducted independently of the Department but it is expected it will be completed by the end of the year.
Once received, any recommendations made will be considered as a priority.
