Tony Gregory (Dublin Central, Independent)
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Question 256: To ask the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform the number of prosecutions in 2005 for breaches of the three tonne limit at Reilly's Bridge, Ratoath Road, Dublin 7; if this restriction will be enforced; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12444/06]

Michael McDowell (Dublin South East, Progressive Democrats)
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I am informed by the Garda authorities that there were no prosecutions in 2005 for breaches of the three tonne limit at Reilly's Bridge, Ratoath Road, Dublin 7. I am further informed that this restriction is enforced and any breaches detected will be dealt with according to law.

Tony Gregory (Dublin Central, Independent)
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Question 257: To ask the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform the number of convictions in 2005 for the non-muzzling of dangerous dogs such as pit bull terriers; if there is evidence that this requirement in the interests of public safety has been enforced by the Garda Síochána; if consideration will be given to banning these dangerous breeds as is the case in Great Britain; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12445/06]

Michael McDowell (Dublin South East, Progressive Democrats)
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I am informed by the Garda authorities that there were ten convictions recorded in 2005 for the offence of no muzzle on a dog. The type or breed of dog is not recorded. The figures provided are provisional, operational and liable to change. Legislation on the control of dogs is a matter for my colleague the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government.