Mattie McGrath (Tipperary, Independent)
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597. To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality if an internal audit of Muintir na Tíre (details supplied) has now been finalised to her and her Department’s satisfaction; if the contents of the audit will be made available to the public; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [40031/20]

Helen McEntee (Meath East, Fine Gael)
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I can inform the Deputy that the report of the Audit referred to will be finalised shortly.

It is important to note that my Department provides, and will continue to provide, funding to support various rural crime prevention initiatives.

The Deputy may wish to further note the work of the National Rural Safety Forum which brings together An Garda Síochána, my Department and the Department of Rural & Community Development, alongside national and local organisations such as the Irish Farmers Association, Muintir na Tíre and the GAA. The purpose of the Forum is to develop a nationwide network for the distribution of crime prevention advice, increase engagement within communities and prevent and reduce opportunities for crime.