Denis O'Donovan (Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

I thank the Minister for concluding this legislation that was initiated by her predecessor. Fianna Fáil has fully supported the Bill which is not before time. I hope it is a further string to the bow for the State, the Government and the Garda Síochána in the fight against organised crime, in particular, which is too prevalent. In that regard, I am glad this legislation has been passed. I am reassured by the Minister's comments that appropriate funding will be there to ensure all the necessary parts of this legislation, including setting up and maintaining the database, will be fully implemented. The sooner the better because, in my view, this Bill is probably being initiated 15 years too late.

None the less, I welcome the Bill and wish the Minister and all those involved every success in trying to prevent crime, particularly organised crime, in the State.