Jonathan O'Brien (Cork North Central, Sinn Fein)
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Question 159: To ask the Minister for Health and Children the date on which he will introduce legislation to prohibit the practice of female genital mutilation for the protection of girls and women; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11872/11]

James Reilly (Dublin North, Fine Gael)
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I am pleased to inform the Deputy that the Criminal Justice (Female Genital Mutilation) Bill 2011 remains on the Seanad Order Paper. The issue of restoration will arise after the new Seanad is formed, and will be pursued as soon as possible.