Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 6 March 2014
190. Deputy Michael Healy-Rae asked the Minister for Justice and Equality the position regarding proposals to place further restrictions on firearms; if there will be an independent inquiry and report into the way the licencing system has been administered since the new legislation came in to force and before any new proposals are considered; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11481/14]
Amharc ar fhreagraAs I indicated in my reply to the Deputy's Question Number 143 of the 12th of February 2014, my Department is currently examining key issues relating to firearms licensing in conjunction with An Garda Síochána. The recommendations resulting from this process will be forwarded to me in due course. No decisions will be made in advance of consideration of these recommendations. However, the issue of public safety will be paramount in such consideration.
It is my intention that opportunities for consultation with relevant stakeholders will be explored when work on the proposals is further advanced.
