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Sea-Fisheries (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2021: Second Stage (Resumed) (22 Sep 2021)

James Browne: On a point of order, this matter has been brought forward in terms of today's schedule.

Sea-Fisheries (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2021: Second Stage (Resumed) (22 Sep 2021)

James Browne: The Minister was attending another event but he is en route. As the Deputy knows, there is a transcript of the debate as well and the Minister will read it. There should be less of the games. Let us focus on the key issues.

Seanad: Non-Fatal Offences Against the Person (Amendment) (Stalking) Bill 2021: Second Stage (22 Sep 2021)

James Browne: I thank the Senators who have sponsored the Bill for bringing it to the House. I thank those who bravely told of their experiences here this evening, including Senator Keogan, and those who allowed their experiences to be shared in the House on their behalf by Senators. The Government is not opposing this Bill this evening. I am aware of the sincerity and the depth of feeling of my...

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla — Topical Issue Debate: Stardust Fire (22 Sep 2021)

James Browne: I agree with the Deputy that nobody wants to be having rows over funding and I will bring the Deputy's comments and sentiments to the attention of the Minister of State, Deputy Naughton, when she returns. Extensive work has already been undertaken. I understand that work will continue and the Legal Aid Board will continue to engage with the legal representatives of the families....

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla — Topical Issue Debate: Stardust Fire (22 Sep 2021)

James Browne: I would like to convey the apologies of the Minister of State, Deputy Hildegarde Naughton, who regrets she cannot be here today due to another commitment. On her behalf, I thank Deputy Ó Ríordáin for raising this important matter and giving me the opportunity to clarify a number of issues. The Stardust fire was a national tragedy. It has left a particular legacy of pain...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (21 Sep 2021)

James Browne: 141. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the position regarding driving tests needed for rigid and artic driving licences; the position regarding these protocols; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [44717/21]

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Covid-19 Pandemic (21 Sep 2021)

James Browne: I propose to take Questions Nos. 474 and 475 together. On 13 September 2021, the restrictions that had been in place since 21 March 2020, regarding the processing of short stay visas were lifted. The decision to temporarily cease processing short stay visa applications, except for cases that fell under the Emergency/Priority criteria, was made as a necessary interim measure to help reduce...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Visa Applications (21 Sep 2021)

James Browne: The visa applications referred to by the Deputy were created online on 29 March 2021. The supporting documentation and fees were received on 10 May 2021 in the Abuja visa office. These applications are currently awaiting comprehensive examination. In accordance with the Department's Policy Document on Non-EEA Family Reunification, processing of family reunification visa applications,...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Citizenship Applications (21 Sep 2021)

James Browne: An application for a certificate of naturalisation was received from the person referred to by the Deputy on 10 October 2018. This application is currently being processed with a view to establishing whether the applicant meets the statutory conditions for the granting of naturalisation and will be submitted to me for decision as expeditiously as possible. The granting of Irish...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Direct Provision System (21 Sep 2021)

James Browne: I propose to take Questions Nos. 489 and 490 together. The statistics requested by the Deputy are set out in the attached tables. Since the commencement of the International Protection Act 2015 on 31 December 2016, a single application procedure applies where all aspects of a person's application (refugee status, subsidiary protection status and permission to remain) are examined and...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Residency Permits (21 Sep 2021)

James Browne: In response to a notification pursuant to the provisions of Section 3 of the Immigration Act 1999 (as amended), written representations have been submitted on behalf of the person concerned. These representations, together with all other information and documentation on file, will be fully considered, under Section 3 (6) of the Immigration Act 1999 (as amended) and all other applicable...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Visa Applications (21 Sep 2021)

James Browne: I propose to take Questions Nos. 504 and 505 together. In response to the humanitarian situation in Afghanistan, my Department is currently focused on processing immigration applications for Afghan family members of Irish citizens and Afghan nationals living in Ireland. I can inform the Deputy, that between 1 January 2021 and 30 April 2021, 64 applications for visas were made by...

Criminal Justice (Mutual Recognition of Custodial Sentences) Bill 2021: Referral to Select Committee (16 Sep 2021)

James Browne: I move: That the Bill be referred to the Select Committee on Justice pursuant to Standing Orders 95 and 181.

Criminal Justice (Mutual Recognition of Custodial Sentences) Bill 2021: Second Stage (16 Sep 2021)

James Browne: I thank Deputies for their contributions to the debate on this important Bill. A number of important issues were raised in respect of the Bill but there has been broad agreement on the importance of it and its need to pass through the Houses of the Oireachtas at a reasonable pace. I acknowledge the issues raised by Deputy Martin Kenny to the effect that the UK is not contemplated by this...

Criminal Justice (Mutual Recognition of Custodial Sentences) Bill 2021: Second Stage (16 Sep 2021)

James Browne: It is the official language. There will be no executions. Transfers may also be conducted in respect of persons committed to the Central Mental Hospital under the Criminal Law (Insanity) Act 2006, and under 18-year-olds detained under the Children Act. Provision is made for consent to be given by an appropriate proxy where the person is unable to do so themselves. Once a person is...

Criminal Justice (Mutual Recognition of Custodial Sentences) Bill 2021: Second Stage (16 Sep 2021)

James Browne: I move: "That the Bill be now read a Second Time." I am pleased to introduce the Criminal Justice (Mutual Recognition of Custodial Sentences) Bill 2021. The purpose of this Bill is to implement EU framework decision 2008/909/JHA on the mutual recognition of judgments in criminal matters imposing custodial sentences and other measures involving deprivation of liberty. The implementation...

Maritime Area Planning Bill 2021: Second Stage (Resumed) (16 Sep 2021)

James Browne: A couple of years ago, Wexford County Council put forward proposals to develop Trinity Wharf in Wexford town to rejuvenate a brownfield site at the heart of the town to help to develop the socio- and commercial development of the area, to facilitate economic growth and, in particular, to create a vibrant place to live, to do business and to support the cultural part of that town. I was...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Immigration Status (16 Sep 2021)

James Browne: The Programme for Government contains a commitment to bring forward a regularisation scheme within 18 months of the formation of the Government, to create new pathways for long-term undocumented people and their dependents with due consideration of Ireland's European Union (EU) and Common Travel Area (CTA) commitments. Proposals for the draft scheme and the criteria to apply are being...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: International Protection (16 Sep 2021)

James Browne: The Expert Advisory Group, led by Dr Catherine Day, was established to report on the Provision of Support including Accommodation to Persons in the International Protection Process. As the  Deputy may be aware, the Group recommended that ‘The State should develop a strategy and if necessary enact legislation for dealing with unsuccessful applicants who are deemed...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Visa Applications (15 Sep 2021)

James Browne: I propose to take Questions Nos. 530 and 531 together. From the beginning of this week (13 September 2021), the restrictions that have been in place since 21 March 2020, regarding the processing of short stay visas are being lifted. This will benefit travellers from all countries which require a visa to enter Ireland. All remaining Covid-19 restrictions on entry visa and preclearance...