Taoiseach: Govt considering making purchase of sex illegal

The Taoiseach has said Justice Minister Alan Shatter is considering new legislation to criminalise the purchase of sex.

Wed, 08 Feb, 2012 - 12:13

The Taoiseach has said Justice Minister Alan Shatter is considering new legislation to criminalise the purchase of sex.

Enda Kenny made the remarks in the Dáil when asked about a Prime Time documentary last night, highlighting human trafficking and prostitution in Ireland.

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