Paul Connaughton (Galway East, Fine Gael)
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Question 404: To ask the Minister for Justice and Equality if previous convictions of persons on witness protection programmes will show up in the Garda vetting procedure; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24987/11]

Alan Shatter (Dublin South, Fine Gael)
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The Deputy will understand that it is not the policy nor would it be in the public interest to comment in detail on matters relating to the personal security of individuals, including information relating to persons who have acted as witnesses in criminal trials and who, as a consequence, may be the subject of Garda protection or persons in the Garda Witness Security Programme. A high level of confidentiality is essential to protect the individuals involved and the operation of the protection measures in place.