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Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: International Protection (6 Jul 2021)

James Browne: I am very conscious of the difficulties and trauma encountered by people who seek international protection and I am glad to say that, throughout the pandemic, my Department's International Protection Office (IPO) has remained open to allow people the opportunity to do so in line with our international obligations. Staff have worked both on-site and remotely since the pandemic began to ensure...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Brexit Issues (6 Jul 2021)

James Browne: Non-EEA family members or dependents of UK nationals continue to hold the same residence rights to live, work or study in Ireland, if they resided here at the end of the transition period on 31 December 2020. It is estimated that approximately 6,000 non-EEA nationals resident in Ireland will apply for a new residence document under the Withdrawal Agreement as family members of UK nationals. ...

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 25 September 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...

Seanad: Civil Law (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2021: Second Stage (2 Jul 2021)

James Browne: This Bill is a pragmatic and urgent effort to address the ambiguity that requires clarification for businesses, local authorities and the gardaí to facilitate and support an outdoor summer. The Covid pandemic has seen businesses adapt to public health guidance in this unprecedented time. Today, we seek to ensure that the adaptions, which relate to outdoor seating areas for pubs,...

Seanad: Civil Law (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2021: Second Stage (2 Jul 2021)

James Browne: I thank the Members of the House for their contributions on this Bill. I thank the Attorney General, the Office of the Parliamentary Counsel, OPC, the officials in the Department of Justice, the Minister for Justice, Deputy Humphreys, and the Minister of State, Deputy Naughton. It really has been a case of all hands on deck to try to get this legislation introduced as quickly as possible...

Seanad: Civil Law (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2021: Committee and Remaining Stages (2 Jul 2021)

James Browne: I thank Senator Ward for putting forward these amendments. In terms of amendment No. 1, which proposes a change to the definition of an authorisation, I do not intend to accept this amendment as the definition is sufficient as drafted. The use of the word "and" in both instances is of the proper form and construction and the proposed amendment may have unintended consequences for the...

Seanad: Civil Law (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2021: Committee and Remaining Stages (2 Jul 2021)

James Browne: I thank Senator Ward for his proposed amendments and his detailed analysis of the Bill. When legislation is challenged at such a forensic level it strengthens it and challenges the officials. Amendments being brought forward is always welcome, whether they are accepted or not, because they are a critical part of what we do here. Amendment No. 6 seeks to delete the term "licensed premises"...

Seanad: Civil Law (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2021: Committee and Remaining Stages (2 Jul 2021)

James Browne: With regard to the number of judges, the judicial planning working group has been convened and is examining the number and type of judges that will be required in our courts system over the coming years. It will address not only the need for High Court judges but judges throughout the service. This is timely and very badly needed. Amendment No. 10 proposes restructuring the second...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Citizenship Applications (1 Jul 2021)

James Browne: An application for a certificate of naturalisation was received from the person referred to by the Deputy on 10 March 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: Immigration Policy (1 Jul 2021)

James Browne: I propose to take Questions Nos. 337 and 351 together. Proposals for the 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, to create new pathways for long-term undocumented people and their dependents. Applicants will need...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Immigration Status (1 Jul 2021)

James Browne: For reasons of maintaining full confidentiality, it is not my Department's practice to comment on whether an application for asylum or subsidiary protection has been made in the State. An applicant for such protection status, or their legal representative, should contact either the International Protection Office (IPO) or the International Protection Appeals Tribunal (IPAT) directly, as...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Residency Permits (30 Jun 2021)

James Browne: An EU Treaty Rights review application was received from the person referred to by the Deputy on 5 February 2020. This review is in respect of a decision made in January 2020 to revoke their residence card as a family member of an EU citizen. The Immigration Service of my Department has unfortunately been experiencing delays due to the COVID-19 crisis and staff have very limited access...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Citizenship Applications (30 Jun 2021)

James Browne: An application for a certificate of naturalisation was received from the person referred to by the Deputy on 22 September 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...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Immigration Status (30 Jun 2021)

James Browne: I propose to take Questions Nos. 185 and 189 together. Proposals for the 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, to create new pathways for long-term undocumented people and their dependents. Applicants will...

Seanad: Counterfeiting Bill 2020: Committee and Remaining Stages (29 Jun 2021)

James Browne: I thank the Leas-Chathaoirleach very much. I also want to thank the Cathaoirleach, Senator Daly, on the one-year anniversary of his holding of this office in light of the very significant amount of legislation that has been brought through the Seanad in the past year in a difficult period. This was primarily due to his stewardship and I congratulate him on that. I also want to thank the...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Work Permits (29 Jun 2021)

James Browne: An application for the person concerned was resubmitted on 21 June 2021 and was approved the following day upon review by the Atypical Working Scheme Unit of the Immigration Services of my Department. A previous application was refused on the basis of non-compliance with certain requirements of the application process and therefore a new application and payment of a new fee were required....

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Residency Permits (29 Jun 2021)

James Browne: The person referred to by the Deputy was issued a letter refusing them permission to remain in the State on 23 October 2019. 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...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Departmental Programmes (29 Jun 2021)

James Browne: As the Deputy may be aware, I recently published the new Youth Justice Strategy 2021-2027. This strategy includes a commitment to develop the work of the Garda Youth Diversion Projects (GYDPs) to include targeted work with 'harder-to-reach' young people. This includes young people heavily involved in crime and anti-social behaviour, for whom there are little supports and interventions...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Citizenship Applications (29 Jun 2021)

James Browne: An application for a certificate of naturalisation was received from the person referred to by the Deputy on 26 March 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: Visa Applications (29 Jun 2021)

James Browne: It is not the usual practice for Visa Office staff to meet directly with applicants. Currently, due to COVID-19 restrictions it would not be possible to facilitate a meeting in any event. However, our website () provides very detailed information on the various visa types and the application process. If any questions cannot be answered by the material on my Department's website, applicants...