Charles Flanagan (Laois, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

As the Deputy is aware, there is provision in law for the type of tagging referred to by the Deputy. I assure the House that this matter is receiving important attention. An expert working group is sitting to consider the various legal aspects and the practice that would be involved to ensure the monitoring is in accordance with best international standards. I expect that working group to report to me this spring whereupon I would be anxious to proceed with the commencement order at the earliest opportunity.

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