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Defamation Act 2009 Review: Statements (11 May 2022)

James Browne: I thank the Deputies for their contributions to what has been an informed and enlightening debate. As the Minister, Deputy McEntee, said at the outset, our Department is committed to reforming defamation law into robust, modern legislation that addresses some of the complex challenges of a digital age. It is essential that our defamation legislation protects those human rights that are...

Seanad: Garda Síochána (Compensation) Bill 2021: Committee and Remaining Stages (11 May 2022)

James Browne: As Senators will be aware, this is a major overhaul of the system for Garda compensation claims. On Second Stage, a number of issues were raised. I want to make Senators aware of work that has been done on foot of that debate. Several Senators questioned why civilian staff of An Garda Síochána are not included in the new scheme for Garda compensation in view of the increase in...

Seanad: Garda Síochána (Compensation) Bill 2021: Committee and Remaining Stages (11 May 2022)

James Browne: I thank the Senators for their contributions. This is an important Bill. It will contribute to the significant amount of law reform that is taking place. I was glad the Bill started its journey in the Seanad. As stated on numerous occasions, we need to exercise the opportunity to commence Bills in the Seanad in order that we can keep legislation moving through the Houses as quickly as...

Seanad: Protocol No. 21 of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union: Motions (11 May 2022)

James Browne: I am speaking today on a number of motions that exercise Ireland's option to opt into certain EU measures under Protocol No. 21 of the Treaty on the Functioning of the EU, TFEU. Senators will be aware that if Ireland wishes to take part in an EU measure with a legal basis that falls under Title V of the TFEU, Oireachtas approval under Article 29.4.7° of the Constitution is required....

Seanad: Protocol No. 21 of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union: Motions (11 May 2022)

James Browne: I thank the Senators for their contributions on the three opt-ins. As I mentioned in my opening remarks, the Prüm measures are essential to ensure the continuation of the close law-enforcement co-operation between Ireland and the United Kingdom. It is vital that we meet the highest standards possible when it comes to the investigation and prosecution of crimes. The ongoing transfer of...

Eurojust: Motion (4 May 2022)

James Browne: I thank the Deputies for their contributions. Ireland has joined with others in condemning Russia's active aggression against Ukraine. We have grave concerns regarding reports of attacks by Russian forces that may constitute war crimes, including the targeting of civilians and civilian objects, as well as indiscriminate attacks against Ukrainian infrastructure. It is essential that those...

Eurojust: Motion (4 May 2022)

James Browne: I move: That Dáil Éireann approves the exercise by the State of the option or discretion under Protocol No. 21 on the position of the United Kingdom and Ireland in respect of the area of freedom, security and justice annexed to the Treaty on European Union and to the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union, to take part in the adoption and application of the following...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Gambling Sector (4 May 2022)

James Browne: I propose to take Questions Nos. 389 and 393 together. The Programme for Government gives a clear commitment to establish a gambling regulator focused on public safety and well-being, covering gambling online and in person, and the powers to regulate advertising, gambling websites and apps. The Government has approved the Gambling Regulation Bill for priority drafting and publication....

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla – Topical Issue Debate: School Curriculum (28 Apr 2022)

James Browne: I thank the Deputy for raising this issue and allowing me to address the matter. The Minister for Education regrets being unable to attend the debate because she is fulfilling a long-standing commitment to speak at the annual conference of the Joint Managerial Body Secretariat of Secondary Schools. Access to relationships and sexuality education is an important right for students. This is...

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla – Topical Issue Debate: School Curriculum (28 Apr 2022)

James Browne: In respect of the Department of Justice, the Minister, Deputy McEntee, is leading the work on a new, whole-of-government approach to develop a strategy to combat domestic, sexual and gender-based violence. As the Deputy will be aware, that plan has set an overall goal of a zero-tolerance approach. The Minister is working to finalise the strategy for submission to the Government in light of...

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla – Topical Issue Debate: Domestic Violence (28 Apr 2022)

James Browne: I thank Deputy O'Reilly for raising this very important matter around the lack of domestic violence refuge accommodation provision in north County Dublin. It is the stated goal of my Department and this Government that everyone who needs a refuge space will get one. I know the Minister, Deputy McEntee, is deeply committed to working with partners in the sector and with Government colleagues...

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla – Topical Issue Debate: Domestic Violence (28 Apr 2022)

James Browne: I again thank Deputy O'Reilly bringing up this very important matter. As the Deputy rightly pointed out, the need has been identified, as has the prioritisation. We now need to get to the implementation and delivery side of this. I will certainly raise the Deputy’s concerns with the Minister, Deputy McEntee, when I am talking to her about this situation. In my own county of...

Judicial Appointments Commission Bill 2022: Referral to Select Committee (28 Apr 2022)

James Browne: I move That the Bill be referred to the Select Committee on Justice pursuant to Standing Orders 95(3)(a) and 181(1).

Judicial Appointments Commission Bill 2022: Second Stage (Resumed) (28 Apr 2022)

James Browne: I thank the Deputies for their contributions. We have had an interesting debate both on the previous occasion and today and very useful contributions. This legislation meets the commitment in the programme for Government to overhaul our judicial appointments system. We are debating serious and meaningful reform. It is significant that all judicial offices in the State and outside the...

Judicial Appointments Commission Bill 2022: Second Stage (Resumed) (28 Apr 2022)

James Browne: He is not a member of the Judiciary.

Judicial Appointments Commission Bill 2022: Second Stage (Resumed) (28 Apr 2022)

James Browne: He is not.

Seanad: Criminal Justice (Amendment) Bill 2022: Second Stage (27 Apr 2022)

James Browne: I am pleased to have the opportunity to address the Seanad on behalf of the Minister for Justice, Deputy McEntee. I would like to begin by thanking Senators Doherty, Chambers and Pauline O’Reilly for bringing forward this very important Private Members' Bill on character references in sexual offences trials. The Criminal Justice (Amendment) Bill 2022 proposes to change the current...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Control of Firearms (27 Apr 2022)

James Browne: As the Deputy may be aware, the new Justice Plan 2022 contains a commitment to undertake an expansive review to modernise firearms and explosives legislation. Within the plan, Action 34.3 outlines a commitment to identify all outstanding issues requiring overdue reform in the management and processing of firearms licensing, register of firearms dealers and inspections. It also commits to the...

Prüm II Proposal: Motion (26 Apr 2022)

James Browne: I thank Deputies for their contributions and support. We are facing an increasingly dynamic criminal threat. Criminals are becoming increasingly sophisticated. As Deputy Howlin pointed out, crime is becoming more and more transnational. We have to think transnationally and dynamically to address those issues. The updates are welcome. As Deputy Berry pointed out, the principle is...

Prüm II Proposal: Motion (26 Apr 2022)

James Browne: I move: That Dáil Éireann approves the exercise by the State of the option or discretion under Protocol No. 21 on the position of the United Kingdom and Ireland in respect of the area of freedom, security and justice annexed to the Treaty on European Union and to the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union, to take part in the adoption and application of the following...