McDowell promises law change to tackle gun crime

The Minister for Justice Michael McDowell today vowed to tighten up laws to fight the escalating gun crime culture taking a grip on the country.

McDowell promises law change to tackle gun crime
Mon, 18 Dec, 2006 - 16:18

The Minister for Justice Michael McDowell today vowed to tighten up laws to fight the escalating gun crime culture taking a grip on the country.

Mr McDowell said he would be putting proposals before the cabinet tomorrow after holding emergency talks with top gardaí chiefs.

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