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Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Direct Provision and the International Protection Application Process: Discussion (Resumed) (29 May 2019)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: We are doing that.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Direct Provision and the International Protection Application Process: Discussion (Resumed) (29 May 2019)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: I thank Ms Kunene. It leaves me with nothing further to do this afternoon but to thank very sincerely Mr. Henderson and Ms Hennigan from the Irish Refugee Council. They have been with us before. I thank Mr. Khambule, Mr. Mfaco, Ms Vuma, Ms Ndlovu, Ms Kunene, Mr. Sibanda and Ms Leonard. Ms Leonard had an opportunity to be quiet this morning but she was well represented in all the...

Working Group of Committee Chairmen: Public Policy Matters: Discussion (30 May 2019)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: The Taoiseach referred to some of the work of the Oireachtas Joint Committee on Justice and Equality, primarily within the policing area. I wish to address some matters under the equality element of our responsibilities. I commend the Department of the Taoiseach on its initiative of engagement with the Oireachtas disability group. I commend in particular the work on the Taoiseach's behalf...

Working Group of Committee Chairmen: Public Policy Matters: Discussion (30 May 2019)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: As Chairman of the Oireachtas Joint Committee on Justice and Equality and as vice chair of the Oireachtas disability group, I acknowledge that we have a working relationship between the Department of the Taoiseach and the cross-party group, most importantly regarding disability issues, which is unprecedented. The matters I have highlighted are of particular importance and concern to the...

Working Group of Committee Chairmen: Public Policy Matters: Discussion (30 May 2019)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: This is simply a reiteration of the earlier points. Will the Taoiseach confirm his intent to come back to me on the points raised?

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: School Transport Provision (11 Jun 2019)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: 257. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills when funding will be provided following approval of a transport place for a person (details supplied) in order that the person can be transported from the residence to the education setting and supporting the person's additional needs and requirements. [23625/19]

Written Answers — Department of Health: Disabilities Assessments (11 Jun 2019)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: 681. To ask the Minister for Health the HSE waiting times for assessments of needs for children with additional needs to date over the past five years by CHO area in tabular form. [24176/19]

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Network (12 Jun 2019)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: 216. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if a full and urgent assessment will be requested on the need to introduce slip lanes for traffic exiting the N2 at Castleblayney (details supplied) in the interest of road users' safety; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24454/19]

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Business of Joint Committee (12 Jun 2019)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: I remind members to switch off their mobile phones as they can interfere with the recording equipment. Apologies have been received from Deputies Daly and Fitzpatrick. I propose to go into private session to deal with some housekeeping matters.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: European Union Agency for Criminal Justice Cooperation (Eurojust): Motion (12 Jun 2019)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: Our first item of business is to consider a Government motion to opt in pursuant to Protocol (No. 21) to Regulation (EU) 2018/1727 of the European Parliament and of the Council, of 14 November 2018, on the European Union Agency for Criminal Justice Cooperation, Eurojust, and replacing and repealing the Council Decision 2002/187/JHA. I welcome the Minister for Justice and Equality, Deputy...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Messages to Dáil and Seanad (12 Jun 2019)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: In accordance with Standing Order 90, the following message will be sent to the Dáil: The Joint Committee on Justice and Equality has completed its consideration of a motion to opt in pursuant to Protocol No. 21 to EU Regulation EU 2018-1727 of the European Parliament from the Council of 14 November 2018 on the European Union agency for criminal justice co-operation, Eurojust, and...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Direct Provision and the International Protection Application Process: Discussion (Resumed) (12 Jun 2019)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: The purpose of this part of today's meeting is to continue a series of engagements examining the direct provision and the international protection application process. This is the third of four hearings and a visit to direct provision centres will also be included later this week. We are joined by Ms Tanya Ward, chief executive, Children's Rights Alliance, and Ms Julie Ahern, access to...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Direct Provision and the International Protection Application Process: Discussion (Resumed) (12 Jun 2019)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: We have two Fionas before us. I will ask Ms Finn to give her opening statement on behalf of Nasc, the migrant and refugee centre.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Direct Provision and the International Protection Application Process: Discussion (Resumed) (12 Jun 2019)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: Thank you. I welcome that additional information. I now ask Dr. Thornton to address the committee.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Direct Provision and the International Protection Application Process: Discussion (Resumed) (12 Jun 2019)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: I thank Dr. Thornton and all of the contributors. I call Senator Black.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Direct Provision and the International Protection Application Process: Discussion (Resumed) (12 Jun 2019)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: If our guests wish to comment on something about which a member may not have directly asked, they are very welcome to do so.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Direct Provision and the International Protection Application Process: Discussion (Resumed) (12 Jun 2019)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: I thank Ms Finn and Senator Black. Before bringing in Deputy Ó Laoghaire, I remind members that at the conclusion of today's hearing, and in preparation for our report, I invite the witnesses for a group picture with members. I am saying it now in case they all disappear on me and that would not do. I thank them for noting this. I call Deputy Ó Laoghaire.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Direct Provision and the International Protection Application Process: Discussion (Resumed) (12 Jun 2019)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: That is fine.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Direct Provision and the International Protection Application Process: Discussion (Resumed) (12 Jun 2019)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: Ms Finn wants to make a point on the back of the Deputy's earlier question.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Direct Provision and the International Protection Application Process: Discussion (Resumed) (12 Jun 2019)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: Ms Ward's comment on HIQA and the impact of unannounced visits was interesting. Unfortunately, our visits are announced. Even in that context, I hope they provide something more than the simple benefit of engagement. It will be interesting to see. We are visiting Mosney and Monaghan to have a contrast between one and the other.