Sean Barrett (Independent) | Oireachtas source

I move amendment No. 16:

In page 14, subsection (2)(c), line 30, after "convictions" to insert "other than spent convictions".

I have tabled this amendment in order that I might ask the Minister of State whether the Bill is compatible with what the Minister for Justice and Equality, Deputy Alan Shatter, is doing in respect of spent convictions. If it is, the amendment is redundant and there will be no need to proceed with it. The Minister for Justice and Equality came before the House with legislation designed to do away with spent convictions, thereby making life more liberal in nature and assisting individuals in regaining their place in society. I just want to ensure the Minister of State and the Minister are ad idem on this issue.