PQ 749
749. Deputy Barry Heneghan asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration the powers currently available to An Garda Síochána to seize scrambler bikes and quad bikes being used illegally in public places; the number of such vehicles seized in each of the past three years; whether he is satisfied that existing powers are sufficient; what legislative or operational measures are under consideration to address this activity; the youth diversion or community based prevention programmes in place in affected areas; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7396/26]
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749. Deputy Barry Heneghan asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration the powers currently available to An Garda Síochána to seize scrambler bikes and quad bikes being used illegally in public places; the number of such vehicles seized in each of the past three years; whether he is satisfied that existing powers are sufficient; what legislative or operational measures are under consideration to address this activity; the youth diversion or community based prevention programmes in place in affected areas; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7396/26]
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