Charles Flanagan (Laois, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I have made reference to at least four pieces of legislation and I again refer to the 1994 Act introduced by the then Minister for the Environment and Local Government. I would be happy to speak to the Minister for Housing, Planning and Local Government, Deputy Eoghan Murphy, to ensure these issues are kept under review.

I assure the House that rural crime in general is a key focus for An Garda Síochána and there is a relentless pursuit on the part of the force of those responsible for crime in rural areas. I remain very much committed to a vigorous and comprehensive response to burglary and theft. I will speak to the Minister for Housing, Planning and Local Government to see if there are issues that might form the basis of a review as envisaged by the Deputy.

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