Donnchadh Ó Laoghaire (Cork South Central, Sinn Fein) | Oireachtas source

The Minister has still not answered what I thought was a relatively easy question, namely, when he intends the process tol be completed. In addition to the review, other actions can be taken before it is completed, given that legislation is passing through the House. Women's Aid has proposed that there be a "no contact until contact is safe" rule arrangement. The Domestic Violence Bill would be an appropriate location for such a measure. If an amendment is brought forward in that regard, will the Government consider supporting it? In recent years there has been some controversy and criticism of the inconsistency in sentencing for sexual offences. I am meeting the Minister this week to discuss the Judicial Council Bill and the Judicial Appointments Commission Bill and I hope he will consider sentencing guidelines in the context of the Judicial Council Bill. That would be appropriate and proper.

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