Results 301-320 of 673 for garda speaker:James Browne

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Control of Firearms (27 Apr 2022)

James Browne: ...are specifically sought for the roles of: - Chairperson; and - Ordinary member (two positions). The Firearms Expert Committee will comprise five members in total, including representatives of this Department and An Garda Síochána. The Committee will be established on a non-statutory basis for an initial period of six months, which may be extended for a further six months at my...

Prüm II Proposal: Motion (26 Apr 2022)

James Browne: ...transnationally and dynamically to address those issues. The updates are welcome. As Deputy Berry pointed out, the principle is established but we need to keep updating these powers to ensure An Garda Síochána and other police forces have the necessary power. We have to ensure a balance is struck between giving police forces the necessary powers while also ensuring people's...

Prüm II Proposal: Motion (26 Apr 2022)

James Browne: ...in the proposal but our existing co-operation under the present Prüm decisions would come to an end. This is clearly not in the public interest and would undermine important measures to support public safety and security, weakening An Garda Síochána's capacity to respond to the increasingly dynamic criminal threats we face. The new features of the proposal offer tangible...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Crime Prevention (26 Apr 2022)

James Browne: ...property rather than a person or an animal and I am committed to examining the options to address the issue, including, if necessary, making legislative changes. From an enforcement perspective, An Garda Síochána takes this issue very seriously and has conducted several important actions against those responsible. Gardaí have also disseminated information through the...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Youth Services (26 Apr 2022)

James Browne: As the Deputy will be aware, Youth Diversion Projects (YDPs) operate as a vital support to the statutory Garda Youth Diversion Programme in cooperation with local Gardaí. My Department funds the operation of 105 YDPs across the State at present, which are operated by community-based organisations. The Youth Justice Strategy 2021-2027 identified a wide range of related and complementary...

European Union Regulation: Motion (5 Apr 2022)

James Browne: ...recognises the importance of international co-operation with our international partners, particularly in the context of combating cross-border crime. As Deputies will be aware, Ireland, through An Garda Síochána, already participates in joint investigation teams and sees the value in continuing to do so. Joint investigation teams have proven to be one of the most successful...

European Union Regulation: Motion (5 Apr 2022)

James Browne: ...the competent judicial and law enforcement authorities involved to organise and co-ordinate their actions jointly, and to investigate efficiently, even in very complex cases such as organised crime activities. An Garda Síochána currently participates in joint investigation teams and supports this initiative. Although joint investigation teams have proven to be one of the most...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Youth Services (5 Apr 2022)

James Browne: As the Deputy will be aware, Youth Diversion Projects (YDPs) are community based organisations that operate as a vital support to the statutory Garda Youth Diversion Programme. There are currently 105 YDPs across the State, which are funded through my Department. Under the Youth Justice Strategy 2021-27, the intention is to further develop this service so that it is available to every child...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Antisocial Behaviour (30 Mar 2022)

James Browne: I have requested information from An Garda Síochána in order to respond to the Deputy's query, however, the information was not available in time. I will write to the Deputy again once the information is received from the Garda Authorities.

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: An Garda Síochána (29 Mar 2022)

James Browne: ..., I think they will prove to be the complete opposite and will greatly strengthen the role in this regard in rural communities. They will do so by strengthening the pace of engagement with An Garda Síochána, the various representative organisations and the local authorities to ensure that there is not just accountability and transparency, but also an effectiveness in respect of...

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: An Garda Síochána (29 Mar 2022)

James Browne: ...of policing in rural areas and how it is being strengthened. The Government is committed to ensuring that there is strong, visible community policing across rural and urban Ireland. Under the Garda Síochána Act 2005, the Garda Commissioner is responsible for the management and administration of An Garda Síochána, including Garda operations aimed at preventing and...

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: An Garda Síochána (29 Mar 2022)

James Browne: In relation to the new model for An Garda Síochána, all aspects of its implementation are a matter for the Garda Commissioner. The Mayo division was selected by the Garda authorities as one of the four pilot divisions for the new operating model. The new model is designed to provide four functional areas in each division, namely, business services, performance assurance, community...

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Crime Prevention (29 Mar 2022)

James Browne: I thank the Deputy, who consistently raises issues with regard to the protection and safety of his constituency of Cork North-Central. The budget provided by Government to the Garda Commissioner has increased to unprecedented levels with more than €2 billion allocated this year, including funding for the recruitment of up to 800 additional Garda trainees and up to 400 Garda staff....

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Crime Prevention (29 Mar 2022)

James Browne: ...quite stable until the onset of the Covid-19 pandemic. During the pandemic, the number of reported cases dropped by a further 21% in 2020 compared with the 2019 figure. I am informed by the Garda authorities that the number of car thefts in many areas to date in 2022 has reflected the level seen in 2019. However, it is important to note that the levels seen in these years immediately...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Court Orders (29 Mar 2022)

James Browne: ...to a person or to the community from granting bail. Where bail is granted, the 2017 Act provides for stricter bail terms for repeat serious offenders, including the use of curfews. It also strengthens Garda powers to deal with bail breaches. If an individual fails to comply with any bail conditions, the judge will issue a bench warrant and they will be arrested and brought to Court to...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Departmental Strategies (29 Mar 2022)

James Browne: ...use in Ireland. The implementation of the strategy is led by my colleague, the Minister for Health, however, the strategy includes actions for all stakeholders, including my Department and An Garda Síochána. As the Deputy will be aware, many of the themes and issues outlined in the ‘Ballymun - a Brighter Future’ report are reflected in the objectives of the Youth...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Departmental Strategies (29 Mar 2022)

James Browne: ...x2013; 2027 is available on my Department’s website. The Strategy strengthens and expands the role of the Youth Diversion Projects (YDPs), which are a fundamental support to the operation of the statutory Garda Diversion Programme and provide a vital ingredient in enhancing community policing partnerships. The Strategy promotes appropriate linkages and alignment with other...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Crime Prevention (29 Mar 2022)

James Browne: ...property rather than a person or an animal and I am committed to examining the options to address the issue, including, if necessary, making legislative changes. From an enforcement perspective, An Garda Síochána takes this issue very seriously and has conducted several important actions against those responsible. Gardaí have also disseminated information through the...

European Arrest Warrant (Amendment) Bill 2022: Second Stage (23 Mar 2022)

James Browne: ...to reflect the fact that the release has taken place. The Schengen information system is the European Union-wide system for security and border management, which is administered in Ireland by An Garda Síochána. Section 8 inserts a new section 14A into the 2003 Act, providing for the temporary transfer of the person who is the subject of an arrest warrant to the issuing state...