Joe Costello (Dublin Central, Labour)
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Question 336: To ask the Minister for Health and Children when he will publish the legislation on female genital mutilation; and if it will be included in the legislative programme for this term. [12333/11]

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.