Minister for Justice Helen McEntee introduces tougher knife crime sentences

The video discusses the dangers of knife crime and the need for significant penalties. It highlights recommendations from the Antisocial Behaviour Forum to increase penalties for knife-related offenses and proposes changes to antisocial behaviour orders. The video also covers community safety initiatives, such as the use of body-worn cameras and community CCTV, and compares knife crime in Ireland to other cities. It concludes with a discussion on sentencing parameters and legal recommendations, including the introduction of an age limit for knife purchases.

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