Seán Barrett (Dún Laoghaire, Fine Gael)
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Question 359: To ask the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform if he has agreed to ratify the UN Convention against Corruption; when he will ratify this convention; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3041/10]

Dermot Ahern (Louth, Fianna Fail)
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The United Nations Convention against Corruption was signed on behalf of Ireland, when it opened for signature, in December 2003. The Convention entered into force in December 2005.

There are certain legislative measures required to be in place before Ireland can proceed with ratification of the Convention. In this regard, it is intended that arrangements will be made for ratification of the Convention, following enactment of the Prevention of Corruption (Amendment) Bill 2008; this measure is currently awaiting Committee Stage in the Dail.