Mr. Muiris O'Connor:

We are actively looking at the proposal from the Garda Síochána to consider inserting an amendment to the Criminal Justice (Public Order) Act 1994 relating to safe access zones. We are really interested in it because it aligns more with Garda custom and practice. There is a graduated approach in the interaction between a garda and a potential offender in that, which does not require a warning. It is more attuned with current Garda practice. As Ms Mason said, we are awaiting a view from the Attorney General and drafters on that.