Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 2 March 2005
207 Mr. Naughten asked the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform his plans to deregulate or introduce new legislation in the area of liquor licensing; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7279/05]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe Government legislation programme, which was published on 25 January last, makes provision for the publication of an intoxicating liquor Bill later this year. It will repeal the Licensing Acts 1833 to 2004 together with related licensing provisions in other statutes, about 100 statutes in total, and replace them with updated provisions geared to modern conditions. Subject to the approval of the Government for its drafting, I intend to publish shortly details of the proposals which will be included in the Bill.
