Dáil can pass emergency legislation on suspended sentences within days, says Taoiseach

Latest: Acting Taoiseach Enda Kenny has said that he has spoken to Justice Minister Frances Fitzgerald Ms Fitzgerald and Attorney General Maire Whelan about the recent court ruling on suspended sentences, writes Daniel McConnell, Irish Examiner Political Editor.

Wed, 20 Apr, 2016 - 12:22

Update 12.03pm: Acting Taoiseach Enda Kenny has said that he has spoken to Justice Minister Frances Fitzgerald Ms Fitzgerald and Attorney General Maire Whelan about the recent court ruling on suspended sentences, writes Daniel McConnell, Irish Examiner Political Editor.

Replying to Sinn Féin leader Gerry Adams, Mr Kenny said the Department of Justice was in consultation with the Attorney General’s office relating to the implications of the decision.