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Ryan Report on the Commission to Inquire into Child Abuse: Motion (Resumed) (11 Jun 2009)

Dermot Ahern: It does, absolutely. I take this opportunity to clarify this point of law. Many well-meaning individuals have made different suggestions to address this concern. However, if we are not careful, rather than solving the issue we may add to the problem and reinforce the perception that these children had criminal records. The majority of children committed to industrial schools were committed...

Written Answers — Ministerial Appointments: Ministerial Appointments (11 Jun 2009)

Dermot Ahern: The position remains, as indicated in my response to Questions No. 532 and 549 of 24 March 2009, that the necessary arrangements are being made to facilitate the appointment of a Legal Service Ombudsman. The intention is to make the appointment as soon as possible.

Written Answers — Sexual Offences: Sexual Offences (11 Jun 2009)

Dermot Ahern: The Carrigan Committee, established in 1930, considered whether criminal law then in force relating to sexual offences was adequate or required modification. As part of its deliberations it considered the level of sexual abuse, but did not specifically consider residential institutions. Its report was completed in 1931, but was not published. The report ultimately led to enactment of the...

Written Answers — Criminal Assets: Criminal Assets (11 Jun 2009)

Dermot Ahern: I refer the Deputy to my reply to Parliamentary Question number 63 of 27 May, 2009.

Written Answers — Garda Operations: Garda Operations (11 Jun 2009)

Dermot Ahern: I am informed by the Garda authorities that, following an analysis of crime trends in Finglas Garda sub-district, local Garda management commenced Operation Archer in August 2008 to prevent and detect crime, by restricting and disrupting the movement of criminals in the Finglas South area using overt and covert policing. Garda personnel from Finglas Garda Station are supported by District...

Order of Business. (16 Jun 2009)

Dermot Ahern: The new Deputy is to be placed there to extend his level of experience in agriculture.

Order of Business. (16 Jun 2009)

Dermot Ahern: Deputy Kenny could give Deputy Lee his office.

Order of Business. (16 Jun 2009)

Dermot Ahern: It will never happen.

Written Answers — Garda Investigations: Garda Investigations (16 Jun 2009)

Dermot Ahern: I am informed by the Garda authorities that the incident referred to by the Deputy was fully investigated and an investigation file submitted to the law officers who directed no prosecution. I am further informed that investigating Gardaí contacted the person concerned and informed him of the outcome of the investigation.

Written Answers — Garda Investigations: Garda Investigations (16 Jun 2009)

Dermot Ahern: I have been informed by the Garda Commissioner that the matters referred to by the Deputy were the subject of a full investigation by An Garda Síochána and an investigation file was submitted to the DPP who directed there should be no prosecution in the case. Since being informed of this decision the person referred to has indicated he wishes to make a further statement which is currently...

Written Answers — Asylum Applications: Asylum Applications (16 Jun 2009)

Dermot Ahern: I refer the Deputy to Parliamentary Question No. 320 of Tuesday, 31 March 2009, and the written Reply to that Question. The person concerned applied for asylum on 31 January 2008. His application was refused following consideration of his case by the Office of the Refugee Applications Commissioner and, on appeal, the Refugee Appeals Tribunal. Subsequently, in accordance with Section 3 of the...

Written Answers — Citizenship Applications: Citizenship Applications (16 Jun 2009)

Dermot Ahern: An application for a certificate of naturalisation from the person referred to in the Deputy's Question was received in the Citizenship Division of my Department in December 2006. The Minister has the power to grant certificates of naturalisation to applicants who comply with certain conditions under the Irish Nationality and Citizenship Act, 1956, as amended. Section 15A of the Act provides...

Written Answers — Citizenship Applications: Citizenship Applications (16 Jun 2009)

Dermot Ahern: I am informed by the INIS (Irish Naturalisation and Immigration Service) of my Department that the person in question made an application for Family Reunification in respect of his wife in May 2008. This application was forwarded to the Refugee Applications Commissioner for investigation as required under section 18 of the Refugee Act 1996. This investigation is complete and the Commissioner...

Written Answers — Services for People with Disabilities: Services for People with Disabilities (16 Jun 2009)

Dermot Ahern: Given the large number of agencies and associated bodies attached to my Department, which include the Court Service, An Garda Síochána and the Irish Prisons Service, as well as more than twenty other smaller agencies, it is not possible to provide accurate or comprehensive details in respect of this expenditure for these bodies. I can also inform the Deputy that approximately 10% of the...

Written Answers — Residency Permits: Residency Permits (16 Jun 2009)

Dermot Ahern: There is currently no application pending in my Department for residency in the case of the person whose details were supplied. If an application for asylum has been made by the person concerned the Deputy will of course be aware that it is not the practice to comment on asylum applications that are pending.

Written Answers — Citizenship Applications: Citizenship Applications (16 Jun 2009)

Dermot Ahern: The person to whom the Deputy refers was granted permission to remain in the State on 13 December 2005 for a period of two years under the IBC/05 Scheme. Citizens of Romania who were granted permission to remain under the IBC/05 Scheme, such as the person in question, are not required to apply for renewal of that permission. Such persons may continue to work without the need for a work...

Written Answers — Garda Deployment: Garda Deployment (16 Jun 2009)

Dermot Ahern: The allocation of Garda resources throughout the country, including personnel, together with overall policing arrangements and operational strategy, is a matter for the Garda Commissioner and senior Garda officers. Such allocation is continually monitored and reviewed and this ensures that optimum use is made of Garda resources and the best possible Garda service is provided to the general...

Written Answers — Asylum Applications: Asylum Applications (16 Jun 2009)

Dermot Ahern: The person concerned applied for asylum on 13 October 2003. His application was refused following consideration of his case by the Office of the Refugee Applications Commissioner and, on appeal, the Refugee Appeals Tribunal. Subsequently, in accordance with Section 3 of the Immigration Act 1999 (as amended), the person concerned was informed, by letter dated 17 January 2009, that the...

Written Answers — Proposed Legislation: Proposed Legislation (16 Jun 2009)

Dermot Ahern: The Criminal Justice (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2009 is scheduled for Committee Stage on 18 June 2009. The proposals in this Bill relating to the control of firearms are primarily concerned with public safety and the modernising of the licensing system. As I have said previously, my proposals will not impinge adversely on the activities of the vast majority of licensed firearms holders...

Written Answers — Garda Investigations: Garda Investigations (16 Jun 2009)

Dermot Ahern: I am informed by the Garda authorities that the matter was the subject of a Garda investigation, but that no offence was disclosed.