David Stanton (Cork East, Fine Gael)
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22. To ask the Minister for Justice and Equality the implications for Forensic Science Ireland of the enactment of the Criminal Justice (Forensic Evidence and DNA Database System) Act 2014; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [13373/15]

Frances Fitzgerald (Dublin Mid West, Fine Gael)
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The Deputy will be aware that the forensic capacity of An Garda Síochána will be further enhanced by a new national DNA database which is scheduled to become operational shortly. I fully recognise the very significant contribution of Forensic Science Ireland within the criminal justice system and the vital role it has in providing evidence for the courts.

In that context and in the context of the new DNA database, the provision of a new facility and plans to provide replacement staff for those leaving on retirement are being actively pursued.