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Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Garda Commissioner (8 Sep 2020)

Helen McEntee: In line with Section 41 of the Garda Síochána Act of 2005, the Garda Commissioner notified the Secretary General of my Department of a matter on Saturday, August 22nd which was then conveyed to me as Minister. The information related to an individual and I am not in a position to provide the Deputy with any further detail.

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Court Accommodation (8 Sep 2020)

Helen McEntee: Under the provisions of the Courts Service Act 1998, management of the courts, including the provision of accommodation for court sittings, is the responsibility of the Courts Service which is independent in exercising its functions. However, in order to be of assistance to the Deputy, I have had enquiries made and the Courts Service has provided the following update on this matter. A...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Garda Stations (8 Sep 2020)

Helen McEntee: Measures to safely re-open the Registration Office at Anglesea Street Garda station in Cork city have been put in place by An Garda Síochána. Registrations at the Anglesea Street Garda station are now by way of appointment only. A dedicated email address - - has been set up for appointment applications. This information is also available from the website of An Garda...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Residency Permits (8 Sep 2020)

Helen McEntee: On 20 March 2020, in light of the uncertainties caused by COVID-19, all valid immigration permissions that were due to expire between 20 March and 20 May 2020, were automatically renewed for a period of two months. A further automatic renewal for two months was granted on 20 May for permissions expiring between 20 May and 20 July 2020. On 16 July, I announced that permissions due to expire...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Oireachtas Joint Committee Reports (8 Sep 2020)

Helen McEntee: The Report of the Joint Oireachtas Committee of the Reform of Family Law System which was published towards the end of last year made almost 40 recommendations across the area of family justice. As the Deputy will appreciate, the recommendations are extensive and merit a considered and careful response. One of the key recommendations of the committee is the establishment of a...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Prisoner Transfers (8 Sep 2020)

Helen McEntee: The Deputy will wish to be aware that a full range of factors are considered when assessing a prisoner’s suitability for transfer to an Open Centre and that these factors are clearly outlined in the Irish Prison Service Open Centre Policy. I understand that a copy of the policy document is available on the website of the Irish Prison Service. The aim of this policy document is to set...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Probate Applications (8 Sep 2020)

Helen McEntee: The Probate Office is an office of the High Court and management of the courts is the responsibility of the Courts Service which is independent in exercising its functions under the Courts Service Act 1998. However, in order to be of assistance to the Deputy, I have had enquiries made and the Courts Service has informed me that while it does not comment on individual cases, the normal...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Licence Applications (8 Sep 2020)

Helen McEntee: The Government announced a further €16m support package on Friday 31 August to help pubs, bars and nightclubs and other holders of liquor licences in recognition of the economic impact of Covid-19 on their businesses and to assist planning and adaptation for their re-opening. These measures include: - Restart Grant Plus 40% Top Up: Those businesses remaining closed and planning...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Criminal Injuries Compensation Tribunal (8 Sep 2020)

Helen McEntee: The Criminal Injuries Compensation Tribunal is entirely independent in the matter of individual decisions on applications for compensation and neither I as Minister, nor my Department, have any role in the decisions. The length of time taken to process applications under the Scheme varies depending on the nature and circumstances of each case. I understand the application relating to...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Irish Naturalisation and Immigration Service (8 Sep 2020)

Helen McEntee: The Registration Office of the Immigration Services Delivery (ISD) Division of my Department is currently processing approximately 15,000 applications (accompanied by passports) that have been sent in by people seeking to renew their immigration registration. Significant demand accumulated during the four months that the Registration Office was closed due to Covid-19. To assist in...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Sex Offenders Notification Requirements (8 Sep 2020)

Helen McEntee: I propose to take Questions Nos. 958 and 959 together. I understand the concern which communities can have in relation to the issue of rehabilitation of sex offenders and in relation to measures to protect public safety. First it is important to note that there are already provisions in existing law in relation to the management of sex offenders after they have been released from prison. ...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Departmental Offices (8 Sep 2020)

Helen McEntee: As the Deputy will be aware, the majority of staff at my Department are currently working from home. I can inform the Deputy that my Department occupies three offices outside of Dublin at present. These offices are based in Tipperary town, Roscrea, Co. Tipperary and Killarney, Co. Kerry. There are currently 2 vacant desks in these offices. A breakdown of the desks in accommodation allocated...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Probate Data (8 Sep 2020)

Helen McEntee: The Probate Office is an office of the High Court. The management of the courts is the responsibility of the Courts Service which is independent in exercising its functions under the Courts Service Act 1998. However, in order to be of assistance to the Deputy, I have had enquiries made and the Courts Service has provided the following update on this matter. Dublin Probate Office Solicitors...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Ministerial Advisers (8 Sep 2020)

Helen McEntee: On the commencement of every Dáil, the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform issues guidelines setting out the arrangements for the staffing of Ministerial Offices. As the Deputy is aware, the appointment of Special Advisers is subject to section 11 of the Public Service Management Act 1997. The Guidelines for the 33rd Dáil, which incorporate the principles of section 11...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Prisoner Rehabilitation Programmes (8 Sep 2020)

Helen McEntee: I propose to take Questions Nos. 964 and 966 together. I can advise the Deputy that the Community Prison Link service is a non-prison based service that works with people with addiction issues both in prison and in the community. In some cases the organisation continues to work with individuals in the event they enter into the custody of certain prisons in the State. As Community Prison...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Covid-19 Pandemic (8 Sep 2020)

Helen McEntee: The Deputy will be aware that licensed premises were allowed to reopen from 29 June 2020 under certain conditions, one of which is that a substantial meal must be served to any customer consuming alcohol. As I said in the Dáil last week, the vast majority of publicans and restaurateurs are fully compliant with the Covid-19 regulations which were introduced by my colleague, the Minister...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Garda Youth Diversion Projects (8 Sep 2020)

Helen McEntee: Part 4 of the Children Act 2001 (as amended) provides the statutory basis for the Garda Diversion Programme. The intention is to divert children and young people who have engaged in criminal or anti-social behaviour away from the Criminal Justice system and towards more positive life choices. Children who commit criminal offences are considered for admission to the Garda Diversion Programme,...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Garda Vetting (8 Sep 2020)

Helen McEntee: The Deputy will be aware that vetting applications are an operational matter for An Garda Síochána, and neither I nor my Department have any role in the processing of individual vetting applications. I would emphasise to the Deputy that the primary purpose of the employment vetting carried out by the National Vetting Bureau is to seek to ensure the safety of children and vulnerable...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Ministerial Advisers (8 Sep 2020)

Helen McEntee: On the commencement of every Dáil, the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform issues guidelines setting out the arrangements for the staffing of Ministerial Offices. The appointment of Special Advisers is subject to section 11 of the Public Service Management Act 1997. The Guidelines for the 33rd Dáil, which incorporate the principles of section 11 of the Public Service...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Irish Naturalisation and Immigration Service (9 Sep 2020)

Helen McEntee: The Burgh Quay Registration Office for the Dublin area reopened on 20 July 2020. To protect the safety of staff and applicants and comply with social distancing and public health guidelines, it has been necessary to reduce capacity. The Public Office is now accepting applications for first time registrations on an appointment only basis. Priority for appointment allocation was given...