I propose to take Questions Nos. 8, 11, 15, 30, 36, 44 and 49 together.
The Garda is aware from the reports in the media of the proposals by the Minister for Finance to facilitate the repatriation of certain moneys. When this legislation comes into force any breaches of it will be investigated in the normal way.
The possibility that criminals would use the proposed amnesty for money laundering purposes will certainly be the subject of Garda attention and Deputies will be aware that the preparation of legislation on the subject of money laundering generally is at an advanced stage of preparation in my Department.