1st July 2003
499. Mr. Neville asked the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform the number of people on the sex offenders register. [18683/03]
Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform (Mr. McDowell): I am informed by the Garda authorities that, as of the 26 June 2003, 449 convicted sex offenders were subject to the requirements of the Sex Offenders Act 2001.
Respect for rights in the penal system with prison as a last resort.