New Bill aims to stop gangs from using children to deal drugs

Fianna Fáil wants to introduce new laws to help protect young people.

New Bill aims to stop gangs from using children to deal drugs
Tue, 15 Oct, 2019 - 10:46
Digital Desk staff

Attempts to stop gangs from using children to deal drugs have been unveiled.

Research has found kids as young as 8 are being used as runners in West Dublin.

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