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Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: An Garda Síochána (5 Dec 2023)

Helen McEntee: As the Deputy will be aware, the Garda Commissioner is responsible, under the Garda Síochána Act 2005 (as amended) for the management and administration of Garda business, including all HR and recruitment matters. As Minister I cannot seek to direct the Commissioner in relation to such matters and I had no role in his decision to move forward the attestation date from the 12th...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Middle East (6 Dec 2023)

Helen McEntee: I propose to take Questions Nos. 118 and 119 together. I am acutely aware of the grave humanitarian crisis in Gaza and my Department is working closely with colleagues in the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) to ensure a co-ordinated national response to this volatile and evolving situation. This includes their work to evacuate Irish citizens and their families who may require visa...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Prison Visiting Committees (6 Dec 2023)

Helen McEntee: I can advise the Deputy that the Prisons (Visiting Committees) Act 1925 provided for the statutory establishment of Prison Visiting Committees for each prison. Rules relating to the specific functions and operation of such Committees are set out in the Prisons (Visiting Committees) Order 1925, and the Prisons (Visiting Committees) Order 1972. Appointments to Prison Visiting Committees are...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Deportation Orders (6 Dec 2023)

Helen McEntee: I can advise the Deputy that there have been 21 removals effected under Section 20(b) of the European Communities Freedom of Movement of Persons Regulations 2015 during 2023. The associated flight costs are €29,989.92. This includes the flight costs of escorts from the Garda National Immigration Bureau (GNIB). Subsistence or accommodation costs for members of the GNIB are met under...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Northern Ireland (6 Dec 2023)

Helen McEntee: Under Article 1 (vi) of the Good Friday Agreement, the British and Irish Governments "recognise the birthright of all the people of Northern Ireland to identify themselves and be accepted as Irish or British, or both, as they may so choose, and accordingly confirm that their right to hold both British and Irish citizenship is accepted by both Governments and would not be affected by any...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Fines Administration (6 Dec 2023)

Helen McEntee: Management of the courts, operational matters and logistical functions are the responsibility of the judiciary and Courts Service, which are independent in exercising their functions under the Courts Service Act 1998 and given the separation of powers in the Constitution. The Courts Service has a dedicated email address for the provision of information to members of the Houses of the...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Fines Administration (6 Dec 2023)

Helen McEntee: Management of the courts, operational matters and logistical functions are the responsibility of the judiciary and Courts Service, which are independent in exercising their functions under the Courts Service Act 1998 and given the separation of powers in the Constitution. The Courts Service has a dedicated email address for the provision of information to members of the Houses of the...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Fines Administration (6 Dec 2023)

Helen McEntee: Management of the courts, operational matters and logistical functions are the responsibility of the judiciary and Courts Service, which are independent in exercising their functions under the Courts Service Act 1998 and given the separation of powers in the Constitution. The Courts Service has a dedicated email address for the provision of information to members of the Houses of the...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Visa Applications (6 Dec 2023)

Helen McEntee: The persons referred to by the Deputy created on-line Join Family visa applications on 13 August 2023. The supporting documentation and relevant fees were applied on 16 August 2023 in the Hanoi visa office. These visa applications were received in our Dublin Visa Office on 28 August 2023. These applications are currently awaiting comprehensive examination. Long Stay Join Family visa...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Naturalisation Applications (6 Dec 2023)

Helen McEntee: The naturalisation application from the person referred to by the Deputy continues to be processed by my Department. I understand the extended wait times can be frustrating for applicants and my Department has been working hard to clear backlogs. It is recognised that all applicants for citizenship would wish to have a decision on their application without delay. However, the nature...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Departmental Policies (6 Dec 2023)

Helen McEntee: Through the Justice Plan I am progressing a suite of policy and legislative reforms which are priorities for me as Minister, in line with the commitments set out in the Programme for Government. Some of the priority achievements of my Department are set out below. Unprecedented investment in support of An Garda Síochána Budget 2024 provides for funding to support the recruitment of...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Visa Applications (6 Dec 2023)

Helen McEntee: I can advise the Deputy that based on the information supplied, it has unfortunately not been possible to identify a visa application for the person referred to. If more information can be provided I will ask the Visa office of my Department to re-examine your request and provide an update on the relevant application. Information that would be of assistance in identifying the relevant...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Family Reunification (6 Dec 2023)

Helen McEntee: I can advise the Deputy that the position in regard to applications for family reunification is set out in the Policy Document for Non-EEA Family Reunification,which is available on my Department's website. The policy document sets out the rationale for applying resource requirements as part of the overall assessment of whether to approve an application for family reunification. In general...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: An Garda Síochána (7 Dec 2023)

Helen McEntee: I propose to take Questions Nos. 264 and 265 together. It has not been possible to collate the information requested in the time allowed. I will write to the Deputy directly when the information is to hand.

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Naturalisation Applications (7 Dec 2023)

Helen McEntee: The position in regard to applications for family reunification is set out in the Policy Document for Non-EEA Family Reunification,which is available on my Department's website. This policy document sets out the criteria used by my Department to assess all Non-EEA Family Reunification applications. The policy document can be viewed here...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Deportation Orders (7 Dec 2023)

Helen McEntee: I can advise the Deputy that deportation and removal processes are an essential part of any immigration system. It must be acknowledged that those who do not have a legal right to remain in this country must remove themselves from the State. Under Section 20(b) of the European Communities (Freedom of Movement of Persons) Regulations 2015, the Minster may make a removal order in respect of a...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: An Garda Síochána (7 Dec 2023)

Helen McEntee: I have requested the information sought by the Deputy from the Garda authorities. Unfortunately, the information was not received in time. I will contact the Deputy directly once the information is to hand.