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Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Legislative Measures (8 Jul 2021)

James Browne: I propose to take Questions Nos. 120 and 122 together. The Programme for Government gives a clear commitment to establish a gambling regulator focused on public safety and well-being, covering gambling online and in person, and the powers to regulate advertising, gambling websites and apps. The Justice Plan 2021 identifies the enactment of legislation to licence and regulate the gambling...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Immigration Status (8 Jul 2021)

James Browne: I propose to take Questions Nos. 121, 132 and 138 together. As the Deputy will be aware, proposals for a draft scheme to regularise undocumented migrants are being developed in line with the commitment in the Programme for Government to bring forward a regularisation scheme within 18 months of the formation of the Government. This will create new pathways for long-term undocumented people...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Citizenship Applications (8 Jul 2021)

James Browne: I am deeply conscious of how important the granting of naturalisation is to those who apply for it and my Department has continued to accept and process citizenship applications throughout the pandemic and at all levels of public health restrictions. However, processing rates have been negatively impacted by the necessary health and safety related restrictions imposed and it has not been...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Departmental Policies (8 Jul 2021)

James Browne: I wish to extend my deepest sympathies to those who have been impacted by recent violent incidents. The Government is very conscious of the dangers presented by knife crime, and indeed all violent assaults. Clearly any stabbing has the potential to cause irreparable physical harm and tragic consequences and the Government is determined to ensure that similar problems to those which have...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Immigration Policy (8 Jul 2021)

James Browne: I understand that the Deputy is referring to the fees charged for immigration registration and the issuing of the Irish Residence Permit (IRP) card. While I have no current proposal to adjust the rate of fees, the matter is kept generally under review. Section 9 of the Immigration Act 2004 provides that a register of non-nationals who have permission to be in the State (in general for a...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Visa Applications (8 Jul 2021)

James Browne: The criteria and requirements for visa required countries are kept under regular review in consultation with the Minister for Foreign Affairs. A wide range of factors are taken into account, including the promotion of business and trade and facilitating people who wish to come to Ireland to work or study. However, there are a number of other factors that also must be taken into consideration...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Immigration Policy (8 Jul 2021)

James Browne: As the Deputy will be aware, proposals for a draft scheme to regularise undocumented migrants are being developed in line with the commitment in the Programme for Government to bring forward a regularisation scheme within 18 months of the formation of the Government. This will create new pathways for long-term undocumented people and their dependents. Applicants will need to meet specific...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Citizenship Applications (8 Jul 2021)

James Browne: An application for a certificate of naturalisation was received from the person referred to by the Deputy on 5 April 2019. 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. I recognise the crucial role...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Citizenship Applications (8 Jul 2021)

James Browne: An application for a certificate of naturalisation was received from the person referred to by the Deputy on 28 May 2020. This application for naturalisation continues to be 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 in due course. It is recognised that all...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Citizenship Applications (8 Jul 2021)

James Browne: An application for a certificate of naturalisation was received from the person referred to by the Deputy on 6 February 2020 and continues to be 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 in due course. It is recognised that all applicants for citizenship would wish...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Citizenship Applications (8 Jul 2021)

James Browne: The granting of Irish citizenship through naturalisation is a privilege and an honour which confers certain rights and entitlements not only within the State but also at European Union level and it is important that appropriate procedures are in place to preserve the integrity of the process. All applications for a certificate of naturalisation are processed and assessed individually in...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: EU Agreements (7 Jul 2021)

James Browne: Article 5(1) of EU Directive 2004/38/EC provides for the right of entry of an EU citizen into the territory of another Member State on production of a valid identity card or passport and for their qualifying family member, in this case the spouse, who is not a national of a Member State to enter their territory with a valid passport. This is provided for in Irish law under Regulations 4(1)...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Citizenship Applications (7 Jul 2021)

James Browne: An application for a certificate of naturalisation was received from the person referred to by the Deputy on 1 October 2019. This application for naturalisation continues to be 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 in due course. It is recognised that all...

Seanad: Private Security Services (Amendment) Bill 2021: Second Stage (6 Jul 2021)

James Browne: I am pleased to have the opportunity to bring the Private Security Services (Amendment) Bill 2021 before the Seanad. The principal objective of this Bill to insert a new category of enforcement guard in the list of private security services licensed by the Private Security Authority, PSA, under the 2004 Act. The definition and insertion of this additional category will address a gap in the...

Seanad: Private Security Services (Amendment) Bill 2021: Second Stage (6 Jul 2021)

James Browne: I thank Senators for their contributions and for facilitating the quick progression of this Bill through the Seanad today. This amending Bill will address a gap that was necessary to close, and will bring the new category of "enforcement guard" under the remit of the Private Security Authority's licensing regime. The Government has moved to ensure that private security firms and their...

Seanad: Private Security Services (Amendment) Bill 2021: Committee and Remaining Stages (6 Jul 2021)

James Browne: I thank the Leas-Chathaoirleach. I think this will be my last opportunity to contribute in the Seanad as the end of this term approaches. We have brought a great deal of legislation through both Houses, with the support and facilitation of the Seanad. I extend my gratitude to the Leas-Chathaoirleach, the Cathaoirleach and Senators. This is important legislation. Along with the Personal...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: EU Regulations (6 Jul 2021)

James Browne: The Criminal Justice (Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing) (Amendment) Act 2021 transposes the criminal justice elements and several non-criminal justice elements of the Fifth EU Anti-Money Laundering Directive. This Act was signed by the President on 18 March 2021 and came into effect on 23-24 April 2021. This Directive builds upon the Fourth Anti-Money Laundering Directive to...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Road Safety (6 Jul 2021)

James Browne: The Government is strongly committed to tackling the issue of misuse of scramblers and similar vehicles. As the Deputy may be aware, Minister Ryan, who has responsibility for road traffic legislation, is bringing forward legislative proposals to increase Garda powers in this area, including in relation to the seizure of vehicles. In parallel with this work, I secured Cabinet approval...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Citizenship Applications (6 Jul 2021)

James Browne: An application for a certificate of naturalisation was received from the person referred to by the Deputy on 15 February 2021. This application for naturalisation continues to be 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 in due course. It is recognised that all...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Citizenship Applications (6 Jul 2021)

James Browne: An application for a certificate of naturalisation was received from the person referred to by the Deputy on 20 October 2017. This application for naturalisation continues to be 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 in due course. It is recognised that all...