COMHAIRLE CONTAE ÁTHA CLIATH THEAS
SOUTH DUBLIN COUNTY COUNCIL

MEETING OF CLONDALKIN AREA COMMITTEE

Wednesday, September 16, 2020

MOTION NO. 3

MOTION: Councillor F. Timmons

"That this Committee calls on the next Government and Minister with responsibility for Drugs strategy to look at Irish legislation in relation to Laughing Gas cannisters. The Legislation says it is illegal to sell this substance for human consumption and it’s also illegal to consume it under the Criminal Justice (Psychoactive Substances) Act 2010. However, because of its use in the catering industry, the gas can be purchased in large quantities with relative ease. We request that this is highlighted by South Dublin County Council as to the dangers of this substance on there social media accounts and through a press statement to media."

REPORT:

If this motion is passed then the Council will write to the Minister regarding the matter. The Council will also review any public health campaign that emerges from the HSE or Government around laughing gas cannisters and support if appropriate.