Following tragic incidents, including the murder of Quham Babatunde, Dublin's rising knife crime has drawn serious concern. Opposition parties pressurize newly appointed Justice Minister Jim O'Callaghan to clarify plans for addressing the situation. Sinn Féin TD Matt Carthy voiced doubts about prior government legislation, noting weaknesses in existing laws. O'Callaghan proposed a multifaceted strategy that includes increasing Gardaí numbers and implementing stop and search legislation to better equip law enforcement in curbing knife-related violence.
Mr Carthy asked the Taoiseach and Minister when they became aware that existing knife crime laws were inadequate, raising concerns about their previous legislation.
Minister O'Callaghan emphasized the need for a multifaceted response to knife crime, including an increase in Garda presence on the streets for knife seizures.
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