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Seanad: Garda Síochána (Recording Devices) Bill 2022: Report and Final Stages [Resumed] (15 Nov 2023)

James Browne: These are minor technical drafting amendments to delete the word "threatens" as the legal advice is that this is covered by the word "coerces" in sections 12, 21, 24, 35, 42 and 46. Similarly, amendments Nos. 16, 35, 39, 73, 76 and 82 are minor technical drafting amendments to sections 12, 21, 24, 35, 42 and 46 to ensure it is clear that it is an offence to induce, coerce or request without...

Seanad: Garda Síochána (Recording Devices) Bill 2022: Report and Final Stages [Resumed] (15 Nov 2023)

James Browne: There may be some confusion over what focused monitoring is and what An Garda Síochána can do to monitor movement of vehicles using automatic number plate recognition. To start, ANPR is already widely used by An Garda Síochána for roads policing and this Bill will not change that. The provisions of this section and section 19 are expanding Garda use of ANPR to include...

Seanad: Garda Síochána (Recording Devices) Bill 2022: Report and Final Stages [Resumed] (15 Nov 2023)

James Browne: On amendments Nos. 24 and 25, in the section as it stands, this is already achieved. Internal approval for focused monitoring can be varied but the duration of the approval cannot exceed three months, as set out in section 18(3)(a), to which section 18(5) is subject. I direct the Senators to page 14, line 15, where it states that a member of An Garda Síochána may: "vary, subject...

Seanad: Garda Síochána (Recording Devices) Bill 2022: Report and Final Stages [Resumed] (15 Nov 2023)

James Browne: It will be a matter for the Garda Commissioner to specify whether the technical and software specifications are included in the application process. I direct the Senator to sections 27(2)(d) and 28(2)(e) of the Bill. Further details of the requirements for community CCTV will be published in a code of practice for both Garda and local authority schemes. I would highlight to Senators Ruane...

Imposing Sanctions on Israel: Motion [Private Members] (15 Nov 2023)

James Browne: I move amendment No. 1: To delete all the words after “That Dáil Éireann” and to replace with the following: "expresses its deep concern at the catastrophic humanitarian situation in Gaza, including the death of an estimated 11,000 people, including 5,000 children, over 100 United Nations (UN) workers and 39 journalists; and at the damage and destruction of...

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate: Flood Risk Management (15 Nov 2023)

James Browne: It is open to Cork County Council to apply for funding under the OPW minor flood mitigation works and coastal protection scheme to provide mitigation measures for Castlemartyr ahead of the main scheme. Under this scheme, applications are considered for projects that are estimated to cost not more than €750,000. Funding from the OPW is up to 90% of the cost of available approved...

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate: School Meals Programme (15 Nov 2023)

James Browne: I again thank the Deputy for raising the important matter of the hot school meals programme in Ennistymon Community School in County Clare. The school meals programme is a very important component of policies to provide regular nutritious food to children to help them to improve their daily diet, to encourage school attendance and to encourage extra educational achievement by children,...

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate: Flood Risk Management (15 Nov 2023)

James Browne: I thank Deputy Stanton for raising the important matter of the dredging of River Owenacurra in Midleton and the River Kiltha in Castlemartyr in light of recent flooding in east Cork. Flooding has a devastating impact on homes, businesses, people and entire communities. The causes, extent and impacts of flooding are varied and complex. This has been witnessed recently by the community of...

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate: School Meals Programme (15 Nov 2023)

James Browne: I thank the Deputy for raising the very important issue of the hot school meals programme in Ennistymon Community School in County Clare. The school meals programme funds the provision of food to some 1,700 schools and organisations, benefiting some 300,000 children. The objective of the programme is to provide regular, nutritious food to children to enable them to take full advantage of...

Extension of the Civil Law (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2021: Motion (7 Nov 2023)

James Browne: I thank the Deputies for their contributions on what is an important motion. I take on board the comments about what was intended to be a temporary legislation introduced in an emergency to allow people to socialise in the context of a very serious situation concerning Covid-19. Thankfully, Covid-19 has receded to a large degree. It is still there and still impacts our hospitals quite...

Extension of the Civil Law (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2021: Motion (7 Nov 2023)

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Extension of the Civil Law (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2021: Motion (7 Nov 2023)

James Browne: There are two definitions of temporary. One is short term and the other is non-permanent and how long is a piece of string in between? In the context of 200-year-old alcohol legislation, which is quite complex, it is challenging to draft up the permanent legislation. Obviously, one could do a piece simply on this but we want to do a bit more reform on alcohol legislation. The Minister for...

Extension of the Civil Law (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2021: Motion (7 Nov 2023)

James Browne: I move: That Dáil Éireann resolves that the period of operation of sections 1 to 7 and 9 of the Civil Law (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2021 (No. 14 of 2021) be extended for a further period of six months, beginning on the 1st day of December, 2023 and ending on the 31st day of May, 2024. I am introducing a resolution on behalf of the Minister for Justice, Deputy McEntee, to...

Written Answers — Department of Finance: Financial Services (7 Nov 2023)

James Browne: 338. To ask the Minister for Finance if a financial institution can request a letter stating that an individual is not a politically exposed person. [48730/23]

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Legislative Measures (7 Nov 2023)

James Browne: The Programme for Government includes a clear commitment to reform gambling legislation, with a focus on public safety and well-being from both an online and in-person perspective. The Gambling Regulation Bill 2022 sets out the framework and legislative basis for the establishment of a new, independent statutory body – Údarás Rialála Cearrbhachais na hÉireann,...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Gambling Sector (26 Oct 2023)

James Browne: At present the Gaming and Lotteries Act 1956, as amended, provides for the promotion of lotteries, including bingo, under either a lottery licence or permit depending on the nature of the activity being provided. Activities such as card drives are currently licensed under gaming licences, also issued under the 1956 Act. The Programme for Government includes a clear commitment to reform...

European Parliament Directive on Victims of Crime: Motion (Resumed) (25 Oct 2023)

James Browne: I thank Deputies for their important contributions on what we will all agree is an important opportunity to opt-into the proposal to strengthen victims' rights and access, discussed in today's motion. I will respond to some of the issues raised. We always have a tight timeline in these types of opt-in scenarios. Unfortunately, under Article 3, we only have three months from the date of...

European Parliament Directive on Victims of Crime: Motion (25 Oct 2023)

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: Departmental Programmes (24 Oct 2023)

James Browne: My Department is committed to protecting all communities, especially those most affected by crime, and to implementing policies designed to prevent our young people from falling into crime. When they do fall into crime, my Department is further committed to providing them with a pathway to a better future, free from crime. Justice Plan 2023 commits to diverting children away from gangs...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Gambling Sector (19 Oct 2023)

James Browne: I note and welcome the Economic and Social Research Institute’s report on problem gambling, published on 5 October 2023. Reform of gambling legislation, licensing and regulation is a priority for the Government and my Department. The Programme for Government includes a clear commitment to reform gambling legislation, with a focus on public safety and well-being from both an online and...