Departmental Data

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 6 December 2022

Tuesday, 6 December 2022

Questions (497)

Bernard Durkan

Question:

497. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Justice the number of mothers who have been detained in a prison cell while the determination of their family law cases is being pursued; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [60975/22]

Written answers

Minister for Justice

I can advise the Deputy that I am not aware of circumstances in which a person would be detained in the manner described, however, if he has a specific case in mind I will make inquiries to clarify the position.

Question No. 498 answered with Question No. 494.