Written answers

Tuesday, 9 November 2021

Department of Justice and Equality

Legislative Measures

Photo of Bríd SmithBríd Smith (Dublin South Central, People Before Profit Alliance)
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533. To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality the position regarding the review of Part 4 of the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences) Act 2017; the expected completion and publication date, respectively; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [54469/21]

Photo of Helen McEnteeHelen McEntee (Meath East, Fine Gael)
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As you are aware, in July of last year my Department officials contracted an independent expert, Ms Maura Butler, to undertake the review of Part 4 of the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences) Act.

As part of the review, an online public consultation was open and contributions were received from a broad range of organisations with different perspectives. Further consultation with stakeholders is planned and details on how this engagement will take place will be outlined in due course. The review will consider all aspects outlined in the Terms of Reference.

While the review is independent of the Department, it is understood that the independent expert commissioned to carry it out has a programme of work mapped out for the remainder of the year and expects to be in a position to present the outcome of the review early next year.

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