Dáil debates

Wednesday, 26 May 2010

Criminal Justice (Public Order) Bill 2010: Second Stage (Resumed)

 

10:30 am

Photo of Deirdre CluneDeirdre Clune (Cork South Central, Fine Gael)

He was an innovator. He certainly provided a very useful service and therefore does not fall under the provisions of the Act.

I listened to many comments on the reasons for begging. Some excellent research supports our discussions on this Bill. It concludes that most begging is carried out by people who need to supplement their incomes. They need to do so for various reasons. The homeless are such people. They are in a vicious circle and it becomes difficult to gain access to welfare payments. Children or young people may be sent out to beg by parents.

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