Peter Mathews (Dublin South, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

In the light of several contributions today and yesterday on murders and violent crime, it would be timely for the House to consider either adding to proposed legislation that is in process or introducing a new Bill to give the Garda Síochána - the guardians of the peace - the equipment it requires to maintain peace. Our streets and homes have been invaded and destroyed and it is time to arm uniformed gardaí.

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