Helen McEntee (Meath East, Fine Gael)
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As the Deputy is aware, I published both the majority and minority reports of the Independent Review Group appointed to examine all aspects of the Offences Against the State Acts following consideration by Government last year.

The Offences Against the State Acts are Ireland's primary counter-terrorism legislation. They have served, and continue to serve, the State well in tackling both subversives and organised crime and fulfil a vital role in our criminal justice system.

Given the importance of the Acts over many decades, any proposals for reform must be thoroughly considered and approached with the utmost care.

My Department has engaged in detailed consultation on the recommendations of the Review Group with a number of bodies including the Garda Commissioner, the Office of the DPP and the Courts Service. My Department has also examined the reports from a variety of perspectives including policy, governance and legislation.

The outputs from this consultation and analysis will inform the preparation of a substantive response to the Review which I will bring to Government for consideration in due course.