Legislative Programme

Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 19 May 2011

Thursday, 19 May 2011

Ceisteanna (126)

Jonathan O'Brien

Ceist:

159 Deputy Jonathan O’Brien asked the Minister for Health and Children the date on which he will introduce legislation to prohibit the practice of female genital mutilation for the protection of girls and women; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11872/11]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister for Health and Children (Deputy James Reilly)

I am pleased to inform the Deputy that the Criminal Justice (Female Genital Mutilation) Bill 2011 remains on the Seanad Order Paper. The issue of restoration will arise after the new Seanad is formed, and will be pursued as soon as possible.