Lisa Chambers (Mayo, Fianna Fail)
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257. To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality if a comprehensive list has been compiled of the legislative changes that will be required here as a result of Brexit and for all Brexit scenarios; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [47955/18]

Charles Flanagan (Laois, Fine Gael)
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As the Deputy will be aware, the Government’s contingency planning for Brexit began well in advance of the UK referendum in June 2016 and these efforts have intensified over the past 18 months.

Detailed preparedness and contingency planning is being carried forward by my Department across a range of areas expected to be impacted by Brexit.

Planning to date has focussed on how the Withdrawal Agreement would work in practice and on preparing for the transition period foreseen within it. The Department also continues to make contingency plans to prepare for a no-deal Brexit.

Insofar as the issues relevant to my Department are concerned, continued cooperation with the UK, both on criminal and civil justice matters, and in the maintenance of the Common Travel Area, are key priorities. Our analysis of these important issues is ongoing and work is continuing in identifying any legislative changes that may be required, in conjunction with other relevant Departments.