Stronger legislation is required for Gardaí to combat knife crime and keep our streets safe, according to a local TD.
Deputy Michael Ring says a review of the Firearms and Offensive Weapons Act 1990 is needed to strengthen the laws surrounding knives.
Currently, someone found in unlawful possession of a knife in a public place can be fined and receive a prison sentence of 12 months.
Deputy Ring said we need to have stronger laws as soon as possible.
He has been giving more details to Midwest Radio’s Alannah Nolan:
