Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 8 February 2023
316. Deputy Bríd Smith asked the Minister for Justice further to Parliamentary Question No. 472 of 30 November 2021, if he will clarify when the review will be made available; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5735/23]
View answerAs the Deputy will know, the Department of Justice 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 and the independent report is not yet available, but I expect that my Department will receive it shortly.
Once received, any recommendations made will be considered as a priority.
