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Written Answers — Crime Levels: Crime Levels (17 Nov 2010)

Dermot Ahern: The Garda Síochána Act 2005 makes provision for the compilation and publication of crime statistics by the Central Statistics Office, as the national statistical agency, and the CSO has established a dedicated unit for this purpose. I have requested the CSO to provide statistics directly to the Deputy.

Written Answers — Garda Investigations: Garda Investigations (17 Nov 2010)

Dermot Ahern: I am advised by the Garda Authorities that the activities of known or suspected criminals are continuously monitored by An Garda Síochána who liaise, as necessary, with jurisdictions to which such persons may travel to or from. An Garda Síochána also liaise with law enforcement agencies throughout Europe and elsewhere exchanging information and intelligence. This ongoing liaison has led...

Written Answers — Prisoner Releases: Prisoner Releases (17 Nov 2010)

Dermot Ahern: As the Deputy is aware periods of temporary release granted can vary greatly from a few hours following a family bereavement to, for example, a requirement to report to the prison every 12 months in the case of a life sentence prisoner who has been released into the community a considerable time ago. I can advise the Deputy that the number of prisoners on temporary release on 15 November,...

Written Answers — Deportation Orders: Deportation Orders (17 Nov 2010)

Dermot Ahern: "From time to time circumstances can arise which may give rise to the enforcement of Deportation Orders being deferred. These circumstances may, for example, include, court interventions or administrative/procedural practices governing the completion of other immigration related applications. As such, this is a situation which is constantly changing as individuals' circumstances change by,...

Written Answers — Garda Operations: Garda Operations (17 Nov 2010)

Dermot Ahern: Tackling juvenile crime is a priority for this Government. The Government's policy on youth crime is set out in detail in the National Youth Justice Strategy 2008-2010. This strategy is underpinned by the principles of the Children Act, 2001 as amended. The approach adopted involves the deployment of Garda juvenile liaison officers, community Gardaí and the use of such measures as the Garda...

Written Answers — Crime Levels: Crime Levels (17 Nov 2010)

Dermot Ahern: The Garda Síochána Act 2005 makes provision for the compilation and publication of crime statistics by the Central Statistics Office, as the national statistical agency, and the CSO has established a dedicated unit for this purpose. I have requested the CSO to provide statistics directly to the Deputy.

Written Answers — Garda Stations: Garda Stations (17 Nov 2010)

Dermot Ahern: The programme of replacement and refurbishment of Garda accommodation around the country is based on agreed priorities established by An Garda Síochána. This programme is progressed by the Office of Public Works, who have responsibility for the provision and maintenance of Garda accommodation. I am informed by the Garda authorities that the identification of Garda accommodation requirements...

Written Answers — Garda Strength: Garda Strength (17 Nov 2010)

Dermot Ahern: I have been informed by the Garda Commissioner that the personnel strength of each Garda Station in the Kildare Garda Division, on 31 December 2008, 2009 and on the latest date for which figures are readily available, was as set out in the table hereunder: Station 31/12/08 31/12/09 2010 Athy 23 27 28 Ballytore 2 2 2 Castledermot 2 3 3 Kildare 32 32 34 Monasterevin 6 4 4 Newbridge 35...

Written Answers — Garda Strength: Garda Strength (17 Nov 2010)

Dermot Ahern: I am informed by the Garda authorities that the total number of retirees, or those who have applied to retire, from An Garda Síochána from the end of November 2009 to the end of November 2010 is 357. There have been no intake of recruits for the same period. Question No. 189 answered with Question No. 178.

Written Answers — Crime Levels: Crime Levels (17 Nov 2010)

Dermot Ahern: The Garda Síochána Act 2005 makes provision for the compilation and publication of crime statistics by the Central Statistics Office, as the national statistical agency, and the CSO has established a dedicated unit for this purpose. I have requested the CSO to provide statistics directly to the Deputy.

Written Answers — Organised Crime: Organised Crime (17 Nov 2010)

Dermot Ahern: The European Arrest Warrant Act 2003, which became law on 1 January 2004, gives effect to the European Union Council Framework Decision of 13 June 2002 on the European Arrest Warrant and the surrender procedures between Member States. It puts in place simplified procedures for the surrender of persons between the Member States of the EU. Under the provisions of the Act, a court may, upon...

Written Answers — Garda Equipment: Garda Equipment (17 Nov 2010)

Dermot Ahern: I am informed by the Garda authorities that the number of Garda stations with PULSE connections has been increased to 369. These stations account for the capture of over 85% of incidents on the PULSE system. Email and internet access facilities are also available at every Divisional Headquarters, District Headquarters and 24 hour Garda Station. It has never been the intention of the Garda...

Written Answers — Organised Crime: Organised Crime (17 Nov 2010)

Dermot Ahern: The European Union has made great strides in the field of Freedom, Security and Justice over the past number of years. Justice and Home Affairs Work Programmes and their accompanying Action Plans have played a central role in fostering a more structured and cohesive approach to cooperative and legislative initiatives. The Union has advanced its work, inter alia, in the fight against organised...

Written Answers — Criminal Prosecutions: Criminal Prosecutions (17 Nov 2010)

Dermot Ahern: I am informed by the Garda Síochána that since the commencement in June 2008 of the Criminal Law (Human Trafficking) Act, 2008 proceedings have been commenced against four persons in respect of nineteen offences contrary to the provisions of that Act. As all four persons remain before the Courts, it would be inappropriate for me to comment further.

Written Answers — Garda Vetting of Personnel: Garda Vetting of Personnel (18 Nov 2010)

Dermot Ahern: The Garda Central Vetting Unit (GCVU) provides employment vetting for a large number of organisations in Ireland which are registered with the Gardaí for this purpose. Since 2004 the vetting service has been, and continues to be, extended to organisations working with children and/or vulnerable adults. Over that period there has been a substantial increase in the numbers of vetting...

Written Answers — Joint Policing Committees: Joint Policing Committees (18 Nov 2010)

Dermot Ahern: Joint policing committees are provided for in the Garda Síochána Act 2005. Their purpose is to provide a forum where An Garda Síochána and the local authority - the two organisations which make the most significant contribution to preventing and tackling crime in a specific area - can come together, with the participation of members of the Oireachtas and community and voluntary...

Written Answers — Missing Persons: Missing Persons (18 Nov 2010)

Dermot Ahern: Following my request to the Garda Síochána Inspectorate to assess the need to establish a dedicated Missing Persons Unit within An Garda Síochána, including a response similar to AMBER alert, and to report their findings to me, the Inspectorate published its report last year. One of its main recommendations was that an emergency alert system for missing children, similar to the AMBER...

Written Answers — Garda Equipment: Garda Equipment (18 Nov 2010)

Dermot Ahern: I am advised by the Garda authorities that expenditure on the purchase of Garda vehicles amounted to €11.1 million in 2007 and €7.6 million in 2008.

Written Answers — Residency Permits: Residency Permits (18 Nov 2010)

Dermot Ahern: It is not possible to provide an accurate answer to the Deputy without further details as the position will vary depending on the facts of the case. If the Deputy has a particular case in mind he should write to my officials in the Irish Naturalisation and Immigration Service (INIS) who will examine the circumstances and advise accordingly. Queries in relation to the status of individual...

Written Answers — Cash for Gold Schemes: Cash for Gold Schemes (18 Nov 2010)

Dermot Ahern: The Deputy will be aware that there has been a significant increase in the number of outlets offering to buy gold for cash in towns and cities in the State. I understand that some established jewellers also offer to buy gold and jewellery for cash. The prevalence of this trade would appear to be linked to the high price that gold now commands on international markets, and the 'cash for gold'...