Mr. Jimmy Martin:

To avoid any misconception, the Criminal Justice (Burglary of Dwellings) Bill 2015 clearly states that burglary of a domestic dwelling should be considered a serious offence. That is on the basis of the dwelling having a particular constitutional protection so burglary of a dwelling will be perceived as a much more serious offence than burglary of a building other than a dwelling. We hope this gives some guidance to the Judiciary when it is considering bail in individual cases but it is still a matter for it to decide.