Fiona O'Loughlin (Kildare South, Fianna Fail)
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123. To ask the Minister for Justice and Equality to outline the powers of An Garda Síochána in policing illegal camping on the Curragh in County Kildare. [14091/16]

Frances Fitzgerald (Dublin Mid West, Fine Gael)
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In the absence of more specific information on any particular incidents or situations which the Deputy might have in mind I cannot make any detailed comment on the matter referred to. However, I am advised that there is a wide range of legislation in place which Gardai may invoke in dealing with such general issues, including legislation concerning public order and trespass. It is of course a matter for An Garda Síochána to carry out any relevant investigations where such issues may arise and to determine if there is any apparent infringement of the law. The Deputy will appreciate that I, as Minister, do not have a direct role in this regard.