Garda Youth Diversion Project.

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 22 April 2008

Tuesday, 22 April 2008

Ceisteanna (310)

Niall Collins

Ceist:

369 Deputy Niall Collins asked the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform the status of a project (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15137/08]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform (Deputy Brian Lenihan)

I can confirm that this Garda Youth Diversion Project (details supplied) was established in October of 2007. A project coordinator was recruited in February of this year and premises have been acquired for this project in the Gortboy area. Referrals to the project are currently being sought and assessed.