Frank Fahey (Galway West, Fianna Fail)

I agree with the Deputy that the probation and welfare service has done a good job as part of this pilot project, as have the Garda and the other support agencies. However, until such time as we receive the final report, it would not be appropriate for me to make any comment on what the outcome of our considerations would be. I must await the final report and its consideration by my officials before I can say anything further in respect of the future of the project.

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