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17/12/2013
Cabinet To Consider Age Of Consent
The age of consent in Ireland is to be debated by the Cabinet following proposals forwarded by Minister for Justice Alan Shatter.
It is understood that a "first discussion" will consider lowering the age of consent from 17 to 16.
Today is the final Cabinet meeting before the Christmas break so no decision is expected to be announced until minister return.
(MH/IT)
It is understood that a "first discussion" will consider lowering the age of consent from 17 to 16.
Today is the final Cabinet meeting before the Christmas break so no decision is expected to be announced until minister return.
(MH/IT)
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