Kathleen Lynch (Cork North Central, Labour)

I apologise if the reply provided placed undue emphasis on firearms. The Deputy's contribution clearly indicates that the issue is a wider one. While the Government cannot make demands of private individuals in respect of how they secure their premises, it is obvious the recommendation on regulation will be considered to be the optimum available and that people will buy into it. My view on technology is that it becomes obsolete when one finds one understands it or must explain it. One must keep ahead of the posse on technology. While Ministers are always reluctant to change regulations which have not been in place for a long time - the relevant regulations were introduced in 2009 - it is essential to keep up to date. I will raise the Deputy's concerns with the Minister.

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