Liz McManus (Wicklow, Labour)
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Question 232: To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform his views on a system of censorship for magazines and a rating system similar to that in place for films in view of the fact that a magazine (details supplied) which is not suitable for children aged 12 to 16 years is aimed at them; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [28170/06]

Michael McDowell (Dublin South East, Progressive Democrats)
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As the Deputy will be aware, the task of censorship in relation to books and magazines is carried out by the Censorship of Publications Board. I have no plans to introduce legislation to provide for an age related certification scheme as envisaged by the Deputy.