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Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Reform of Family Law System: Discussion (Resumed) (6 Mar 2019)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: Good answer.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Reform of Family Law System: Discussion (Resumed) (6 Mar 2019)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: That is it. On behalf of the committee, I thank Dr. Carol Coulter and Ms Maria Corbett from the Child Care Law Reporting Project; Mr. Sean O'hUallacháin, Dr. Sarah Fennell, who had to leave a little earlier, and Ms Rachel Baldwin from the Bar Council of Ireland; Dr. Róisín O'Shea director of Arc Mediation; Dr. Ruth Barrington, Chairperson, Mr. Damien Peelo, chief executive...

Recent Developments on Brexit: Statements (13 Mar 2019)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: The Brexit journey has at times been nightmarish. It has always been a bumpy ride and, occasionally, it has puzzled us all greatly. While almost everybody in Ireland yesterday looked on in amazement at yet another massive rejection vote in the British House of Commons, the British Government was readying itself to announce a new tariff regime. This will apply to goods entering Britain from...

Credit Union Restructuring Board (Dissolution) Bill 2019: Second Stage (Resumed) (13 Mar 2019)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: The Bill will wind up the Credit Union Restructuring Board or ReBo. Members should recall that at the time of the board's establishment, it was feared that credit unions were likely to be the next domino in the banking collapse. However, although a few difficult years for credit unions followed, the predicted widespread collapses did not occur. Through their own resources and the solid...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Business of Joint Committee (13 Mar 2019)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: I thank Senator Colm Burke for his attendance to assist us. I remind members to, please, switch off their mobile phones as they interfere with the broadcasting and recording equipment, even when left in silent mode. Apologies have been received from Deputy Peter Fitzpatrick and Senator Frances Black. We will go into private session to deal with some housekeeping matters.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Reform of Family Law System: Discussion (Resumed) (13 Mar 2019)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: The purpose of this morning's meeting is to conclude our series of engagements on reform of the family law system. I welcome all of our guests. With us are: Mr. David Walsh, chairman, and Mr. Frank McGlynn of Men's Voices Ireland; Mr. David Drakeford, spokesperson with the Nemo Forum; Dr. Geoffrey Shannon, special rapporteur on child protection; Ms Eilis Barry, chief executive officer, CEO,...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Reform of Family Law System: Discussion (Resumed) (13 Mar 2019)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: I thank Mr. McGlynn and Mr. Walsh. I understand Mr. Walsh will join in the question and answer session. I invite Dr. Shannon to make his opening statement.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Reform of Family Law System: Discussion (Resumed) (13 Mar 2019)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: Ms Eilis Barry will make the opening statement on behalf of FLAC.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Reform of Family Law System: Discussion (Resumed) (13 Mar 2019)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: Before I turn to members for questions and other contributions, I flag that at the conclusion of our session today we would like to invite our guests to join us for a group picture for inclusion in our report. I forgot to flag this last week and members scattered to the four winds. Only a couple of us were left. If the delegates are happy to do this at the end of the event, we would be...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Reform of Family Law System: Discussion (Resumed) (13 Mar 2019)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: Would FLAC like to add to that?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Reform of Family Law System: Discussion (Resumed) (13 Mar 2019)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: Dr. Shannon indicated he would like to respond, as did Ms Barry. I call Dr. Shannon.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Reform of Family Law System: Discussion (Resumed) (13 Mar 2019)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: I call Ms Barry.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Reform of Family Law System: Discussion (Resumed) (13 Mar 2019)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: I call Ms Lord, followed by Mr. Walsh.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Reform of Family Law System: Discussion (Resumed) (13 Mar 2019)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: Before I bring in Mr. David Walsh, I remind witnesses that they are responding to questions from Deputies. While there may be differences in respective visions and outlooks on these matters, responses are between the witnesses and the questioning Deputy and not between witnesses. I call Mr. Walsh.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Reform of Family Law System: Discussion (Resumed) (13 Mar 2019)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: Does Ms Lord wish to add anything?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Reform of Family Law System: Discussion (Resumed) (13 Mar 2019)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: I will bring Mr. Drakeford in but I suspect that Deputy Clare Daly was moving along the line of witnesses and has some questions for him in any event. I understand that he would like to add to what has been said.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Reform of Family Law System: Discussion (Resumed) (13 Mar 2019)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: Dr Burns mentioned that in England and Wales something was done that had not been expected. That sounded familiar to me. I have just been watching it all night and there has been consternation for months on end.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Reform of Family Law System: Discussion (Resumed) (13 Mar 2019)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: Would Dr. Burns like to respond?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Reform of Family Law System: Discussion (Resumed) (13 Mar 2019)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: Did Dr. Shannon indicate?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Reform of Family Law System: Discussion (Resumed) (13 Mar 2019)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: Please do.