Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 7 December 2006
57 Mr. J. O’Keeffe asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform when arrangements for electronic monitoring of criminals will be in place; the present arrangements; and if out sourcing, as in the UK, or otherwise is being established for same. [41833/06]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe Deputy will be aware that the recently enacted Criminal Justice Act, 2006 provides a basis for the introduction of Electronic Monitoring of offenders who are the subject of Restriction on Movement Orders or of prisoners who are on temporary release. I considered that I should take the opportunity presented by the legislation to introduce the necessary enabling provisions. However, I should add that I do not intend to introduce Electronic Monitoring immediately. The cost effectiveness of Electronic Monitoring and developments in technology are being monitored and consideration is being given as to what arrangements would bring the maximum added value to the criminal justice system.
