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Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: An Garda Síochána (9 Sep 2024)

Helen McEntee: Road safety is a shared responsibility, and while the whole of Government response is led by the Department of Transport, it is one which is taken very seriously across Government. We have all been shocked by the loss of life on our roads, and concerned by the worrying increase in road fatalities after many years of progress in making our roads safer. I continue to engage with colleagues...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Censorship of Publications (9 Sep 2024)

Helen McEntee: It has not been possible to collate the information requested by the Deputy in the time available. I will write to the Deputy directly once the information is to hand.

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Censorship of Publications (9 Sep 2024)

Helen McEntee: It has not been possible to collate the information requested by the Deputy in the time available. I will write to the Deputy directly once the information is to hand.

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Immigration Policy (9 Sep 2024)

Helen McEntee: A Stamp 2 immigration residence permission indicates permission to study a full time course of education on the official Interim List of Eligible Programmes (ILEP) for a specified period, subject to conditions; a Stamp 2A permission similarly relates to a full time course not on the ILEP. The primary purpose of these Stamp categories is to provide opportunities for study in Ireland. All...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Immigration Status (9 Sep 2024)

Helen McEntee: The application for an Extension of Student Conditions (ESTC) permission from the person referred to by the Deputy continues to be processed by my Department. To be fair to all applicants, applications are dealt with in chronological order by date received. My Department endeavours to process applications as quickly as possible. However, processing times may vary due to a number of factors,...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: An Garda Síochána (9 Sep 2024)

Helen McEntee: The Government is committed to ensuring that An Garda Síochána has the resources it needs to fight crime, and a strengthened, well-resourced Garda organisation is central to this policy. I was pleased to secure unprecedented funding of over €2.35 billion for this year, a 25% increase since 2020, which is supporting the continued recruitment of Garda members and staff. As the...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: An Garda Síochána (9 Sep 2024)

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.

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Assisted Decision-Making (9 Sep 2024)

Helen McEntee: As the Deputy may be aware, the Programme for Government commits to commencing the Assisted Decision Making (Capacity) Act 2015, and the necessary amending legislation, recognising the importance of the much-needed reform that it represents. The Assisted Decision-Making (Capacity) (Amendment) Act 2022 was signed into law in December 2022. The Acts bring into effect a new legislative framework...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Community Development Projects (9 Sep 2024)

Helen McEntee: As the Deputy will be aware, I announced the Ballymun Implementation Board, with former Dublin GAA CEO John Costello as Chair, in February 2024. The Board is being hosted by Dublin City Council, and includes representatives from the following agencies/organisations: Dublin City Council, An Garda Síochána, Tusla, HSE, City of Dublin Education and Training Board, City of Dublin Youth...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Prison Service (9 Sep 2024)

Helen McEntee: I have requested the information sought by the Deputy from the Irish Prison Service. Unfortunately, it has not been possible to provide 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: Court Orders (9 Sep 2024)

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: Court Orders (9 Sep 2024)

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: Brexit Issues (9 Sep 2024)

Helen McEntee: I can advise the Deputy that UK nationals entering or reentering the state are treated no differently for immigration purposes than Irish or EU citizens.

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Northern Ireland (9 Sep 2024)

Helen McEntee: The Good Friday Agreement specifically provided that it was essential to acknowledge and address the suffering of the victims of violence as a necessary element of reconciliation. The establishment by both the UK and Irish Governments of the Independent Commission for the Location of Victims’ Remains (ICLVR) was one among a key set of actions taken by the Governments in fulfilling this...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: An Garda Síochána (9 Sep 2024)

Helen McEntee: As the Deputy will be aware, under the Garda Síochána Act 2005 (as amended), the Garda Commissioner is responsible for the administration and management of An Garda Síochána, including all decisions related to the Garda Estate. As Minister, I have no role in such matters. I can, however, assure the Deputy that the Government is committed to building stronger, safer...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Residency Permits (19 Sep 2024)

Helen McEntee: The person referred to by the Deputy has permission to reside in the State on a Stamp 1 basis until April 2025. It is open to any person to apply for a change of immigration status if they meet the criteria for doing so. Detailed information on how to change immigration status is available at:  . Queries in relation to the status of individual immigration cases may be made directly...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Citizenship Applications (19 Sep 2024)

Helen McEntee: The person cited by the Deputy applied for naturalisation in May. Presently, the Citizenship Division of my Department are registering applications from March 2024. Once registered, a Personal ID and Citizenship application reference number will formally issue. Applications are strictly being registered in chronological order. Based on the current application levels, I expect going...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Citizenship Applications (19 Sep 2024)

Helen McEntee: The Citizenship Division of my Department has requested further documentation from the person cited and once received, their application will resume processing. I understand the extended wait times can be frustrating for applicants. I want to assure anyone who has an application for naturalisation submitted that the Citizenship Division of my Department is doing everything possible to...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Residency Permits (19 Sep 2024)

Helen McEntee: I can advise the Deputy that the application referred to was created on the 11/03/2024. Supporting documentation was received in the Wellington office on the 14/03/2024. The application was received in the Dublin Visa Office on the 11 April 2024 where it awaits examination and processing. It is not possible to give a definitive date as to when this application will be finalised. All...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: An Garda Síochána (19 Sep 2024)

Helen McEntee: As the Deputy will be aware, under the Garda Síochána Act 2005, the Garda Commissioner is responsible for the management and administration of An Garda Síochána. This includes the enforcement of uniform and dress codes, and the provision of equipment to Garda members. As Minister, I have no direct role in this matter. I am informed by Garda authorities that, as per...