Results 41-47 of 47 for garda speaker:Patricia Ryan

Personal Injuries Resolution Board Bill 2022: Second Stage (5 Oct 2022)

Patricia Ryan: ...being ripped off than An Teachta Doherty. We all remember the joint committee meeting where claims of widespread fraud were made until An Teachta Doherty asked how many cases had been reported to the Garda. Insurance reform is badly needed and real action is needed to strike a fair balance in this regard. In government, Sinn Féin will deliver the necessary action.

Road Safety and Maintenance: Motion [Private Members] (15 May 2024)

Patricia Ryan: ...for a decision on a safety plan for the Borraderra road in Monasterevin, which again has seen more than its fair share of accidents. I have had the engineer out to no avail. When reduced numbers of gardaí on patrol in Monasterevin, Athy and surrounding areas are factored in, the situation is even worse. The reduction in numbers of gardaí has a direct effect on the number of...

Companies (Corporate Enforcement Authority) Bill 2021: Second Stage (Resumed) (21 Sep 2021)

Patricia Ryan: ...reconstituted as the CEA in a commission structure with a larger specialised staff and an increased budget. One of the key elements of this new structure will be the increased number of specialist gardaí seconded to the CEA. The availability of their knowledge should ensure that a more functional structure can properly investigate suspected breaches of company law in a more timely...

Abuse at Certain Educational Institutions: Statements (24 Nov 2022)

Patricia Ryan: ...model. It has provided a more efficient, flexible and cost-effective model than the traditional tribunal of inquiry and commission of investigation models and led to clear recommendations. Garda investigations are ongoing but there is nothing to stop an inquiry laying the foundations now. An indicative timetable for an inquiry needs to be published as soon as possible. The voice of...

Road Traffic and Roads Bill 2021: Second Stage (10 Nov 2021)

Patricia Ryan: ...purposes. Some rules around the use of e-scooters and e-bikes on Irish roads are also long overdue. These vehicles are very useful for commuter transport but we need clarity for users and An Garda alike. I acknowledge the Minister of State has spoken about this. However, I would not like to see these users become a cash cow for extra insurance and taxation revenue. E-scooters and...

Farrelly Commission of Investigation Substantive Interim Reports: Statements (11 Nov 2021)

Patricia Ryan: .... In 1996, the mother of a different girl said that her daughter had been sexually molested while being fostered by the same foster family. That allegation was never properly investigated by the Garda because a formal complaint was not made. In 2000, a burn mark on Grace's inner thigh was found by a nurse but was not reported to management and the matter was not followed up. Concerns...

Communications (Retention of Data) (Amendment) Bill 2022: Second Stage (5 Jul 2022)

Patricia Ryan: ...warned that the rushing through of this legislation would make it vulnerable to legal challenges. It further warned that the Bill will have serious consequences for future court cases. A senior garda told the committee that while the Bill's provisions are in line with European court rulings, typical investigations into serious crime will suffer under those provisions. The committee also...