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Scrap and Precious Metal Dealers Bill 2011: Second Stage (2 Mar 2012)

Alan Shatter: I thank Deputy McGrath for publishing this Bill, availing of the Friday facility for Private Members' Bills and for providing the opportunity to discuss this matter. Much has been said thus far about cash for gold. Deputy Calleary referred to scrap metal, which subject the Bill also covers. The Bill goes substantially beyond dealing with the so-called cash-for-gold stores although its...

Scrap and Precious Metal Dealers Bill 2011: Second Stage (2 Mar 2012)

Alan Shatter: It is imperative those involved in these businesses are fully aware of their responsibilities in accepting gold items and that they discharge these responsibilities fully. In this regard, the Garda Commissioner has informed me that all cash-for-gold premises in the State have been visited by An Garda Síochána and the operators have been made aware of their responsibilities and obligations...

Scrap and Precious Metal Dealers Bill 2011: Second Stage (2 Mar 2012)

Alan Shatter: I thank Deputy McGrath for bringing this Bill forward. I detailed all its difficulties but it has been the catalyst for a very good debate in this House today. There has been a wide-ranging debate addressing a broad range of problems, not all directly relevant to the Deputy's Bill but certainly relevant to concerns about different types of criminality across the country. On the last...

Scrap and Precious Metal Dealers Bill 2011: Second Stage (2 Mar 2012)

Alan Shatter: I gave the Deputy a considered reply.

Scrap and Precious Metal Dealers Bill 2011: Second Stage (2 Mar 2012)

Alan Shatter: It is unfortunate that Deputy Mattie McGrath always has to descend to abuse.

Scrap and Precious Metal Dealers Bill 2011: Second Stage (2 Mar 2012)

Alan Shatter: On a point of order, perhaps the Deputy would resume his seat during the point of order. I dealt, Sir, in a considered way with the Deputy's Bill.

Scrap and Precious Metal Dealers Bill 2011: Second Stage (2 Mar 2012)

Alan Shatter: I do not think it appropriate for the Deputy to denigrate this Chamber by engaging-----

Scrap and Precious Metal Dealers Bill 2011: Second Stage (2 Mar 2012)

Alan Shatter: -----in abuse. I ask him to withdraw the allegation that I was mealy-mouthed.

Scrap and Precious Metal Dealers Bill 2011: Second Stage (2 Mar 2012)

Alan Shatter: I ask him to withdraw the allegation in any shape or form that I was mealy-mouthed. If the Deputy had approached my Department with a draft Bill before publishing it he would have got every assistance in his preparation.

Scrap and Precious Metal Dealers Bill 2011: Second Stage (2 Mar 2012)

Alan Shatter: The Deputy cannot avoid theatrics.

Scrap and Precious Metal Dealers Bill 2011: Second Stage (2 Mar 2012)

Alan Shatter: No, it did not.

Scrap and Precious Metal Dealers Bill 2011: Second Stage (2 Mar 2012)

Alan Shatter: It was submitted to the previous Government.

Scrap and Precious Metal Dealers Bill 2011: Second Stage (2 Mar 2012)

Alan Shatter: On a point of order-----

Scrap and Precious Metal Dealers Bill 2011: Second Stage (2 Mar 2012)

Alan Shatter: Is the Deputy accusing anyone of getting cash under the table?

Scrap and Precious Metal Dealers Bill 2011: Second Stage (2 Mar 2012)

Alan Shatter: Who is the Deputy accusing?

Scrap and Precious Metal Dealers Bill 2011: Second Stage (2 Mar 2012)

Alan Shatter: The Deputy would want to make it clear that he is not making a reference to me.

Scrap and Precious Metal Dealers Bill 2011: Second Stage (2 Mar 2012)

Alan Shatter: Will the Deputy withdraw his insinuation-----

Scrap and Precious Metal Dealers Bill 2011: Second Stage (2 Mar 2012)

Alan Shatter: -----that I have received cash under or over any table?

Scrap and Precious Metal Dealers Bill 2011: Second Stage (2 Mar 2012)

Alan Shatter: The Deputy is a disgrace to the House.

Scrap and Precious Metal Dealers Bill 2011: Second Stage (2 Mar 2012)

Alan Shatter: They could not do it if the Deputy's Bill was enacted.