Maurice Cummins (Fine Gael)

There have been over 25 people shot dead this year and over 60 murdered. Drugs are more freely available than ever before. Gangland crime is out of control. This is the legacy of this Government. When one considers the abuse and personal attacks that Nora Owen suffered as Minister for Justice I shudder to think what would happen if she presided over the present lawless situation. It is time for action rather than words from the Minister. I support calls for a debate on crime.