Joan Burton (Dublin West, Labour)
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Question 80: To ask the Minister for Community, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs his views on the reform and the need for regulation of the charities sector; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14997/07]

Noel Ahern (Dublin North West, Fianna Fail)
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The Government has recognised that Irish charity law is in need of modernisation. To address this, the Charities Bill 2007 was published on 12th April last. This draft legislation has been developed to ensure accountability and to protect against abuse of charitable status and fraud. It also aims to enhance public trust and confidence in charities and increase transparency in the sector.