Anne Ferris (Wicklow, Labour)
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Question 511: To ask the Minister for Justice and Equality when the cash for gold report will be published; the actions that will be taken in view of same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22091/11]

Alan Shatter (Dublin South, Fine Gael)
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My Department is finalising a report on the "Cash for Gold" trade and as soon as the report is submitted to me I will make an assessment as to what, if any, further action, legislative or otherwise, may be required. The Deputy can be assured that following this assessment I will make the report's findings and any proposals which I may have known in due course.

I can inform the Deputy that my Department, in compiling the report, has been in close contact with the Commissioner of An Garda Síochána with a view to monitoring the position. I can inform the Deputy that the Commissioner has reported that all "Cash for Gold" premises in the State have been visited by An Garda Síochána and the operators of such premises have been made aware of their responsibilities and obligations with regard to purchasing gold and jewellery. In addition, I have been informed that contact information has been provided to "Cash for Gold" operators by An Garda Síochána which will facilitate the reporting of any suspicious activity. The Commissioner has also indicated that any new "Cash for Gold" premises that may be identified will be visited by An Garda Síochána.