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Written Answers — Garda Vetting Services: Garda Vetting Services (31 Mar 2010)

Dermot Ahern: Since October 2008, a programme for the vetting by the Garda Síochána of the employees of all contractors who provide accommodation centres and services for asylum seekers is being implemented by the Reception and Integration Agency of my Department. The design and purpose of the programme is to ensure that the level of care and protection for children and vulnerable adult asylum seekers...

Written Answers — Asylum Support Services: Asylum Support Services (31 Mar 2010)

Dermot Ahern: Gender segregation is just one of several factors considered by the Reception and Integration Agency (RIA) of my Department when formulating policy in the matter of housing asylum seekers. While certain gender-specific accommodation centres are used, the RIA must balance the available accommodation with the population seeking that accommodation. The RIA constantly monitors its accommodation...

Written Answers — Asylum Support Services: Asylum Support Services (31 Mar 2010)

Dermot Ahern: I am not aware of any specific complaints of the nature outlined in the question. If the Deputy is aware of any such complaints, they should be addressed to the Reception and Integration Agency (RIA) of my Department which has responsibility in the matter. The RIA's accommodation centres are operated in accordance with standards set out in service contracts. The standards which apply...

Written Answers — Asylum Support Services: Asylum Support Services (31 Mar 2010)

Dermot Ahern: At the outset, I have to correct the assertion in the question that applicants for asylum are not allowed to live outside Reception and Integration Agency (RIA) accommodation while their applications are being considered. This is manifestly not so, as many applicants choose to live independently outside RIA accommodation centres. For those who require accommodation and associated supports...

Written Answers — Citizenship Applications: Citizenship Applications (31 Mar 2010)

Dermot Ahern: I regret that the information requested by the Deputy is not readily to hand. I will write to the Deputy as soon as it is available.

Written Answers — Departmental Expenditure: Departmental Expenditure (31 Mar 2010)

Dermot Ahern: Until such time as my Department receives quotations from the relevant suppliers of the goods and services referred to, I will not be in a position to assess the costs in relation to the issues raised by the Deputy. However, I do not anticipate these costs to be significant in the context of my Department's budget.

Written Answers — Citizenship Applications: Citizenship Applications (31 Mar 2010)

Dermot Ahern: The Irish language is the first official language of the State and it is standard practice that the Citizenship Division of my Department issue certificates of naturalisation in Irish. A translation of the certificate in English is available on request.

Written Answers — International Agreements: International Agreements (30 Mar 2010)

Dermot Ahern: The United Nations Convention Against Corruption was signed on behalf of Ireland when the Convention was opened in December 2003. Before Ireland can proceed with ratification of this Instrument, there are certain legislative measures required to be in place. As soon as the Prevention of Corruption (Amendment) Bill 2008, which is currently awaiting Committee Stage in the Dáil, has been...

Written Answers — Citizenship Applications: Citizenship Applications (30 Mar 2010)

Dermot Ahern: I regret that information relating to the application from the person concerned is not readily to hand. I will write to the Deputy as soon as it is available. However, I can advise the Deputy of the position generally. The average processing time from application to decision is 26 months. More complicated cases can at times take more than the current average while an element of straight...

Written Answers — Garda Equipment: Garda Equipment (30 Mar 2010)

Dermot Ahern: The conditions under which equipment is used by members of the Garda Síochána in the course of their official duties are determined by the Garda Commissioner. I regret that current information with regard to the issues raised by the Deputy is not readily to hand. I will write to the Deputy as soon as it is available.

Written Answers — Road Traffic Offences: Road Traffic Offences (30 Mar 2010)

Dermot Ahern: The penalties imposed for breaches of the law in relation to cycling offences are set out in road traffic legislation which is the responsibility of my colleague the Minister for Transport. I am informed by the Garda authorities that all members of An Garda Síochána are tasked with enforcing road traffic legislation including the relevant provisions in respect of cyclists. An Garda...

Written Answers — Asylum Applications: Asylum Applications (30 Mar 2010)

Dermot Ahern: The person referred to in the question made an application for asylum on 21 February, 2008, was deemed an unaccompanied minor by the Office of the Refugee Applications Commissioner (ORAC) and referred to the HSE which has responsibility for the care of unaccompanied minors under the Child Care Act, 1991. Where an unaccompanied asylum seeker minor in the care of the HSE reaches 18 years of...

Written Answers — Work Permits: Work Permits (30 Mar 2010)

Dermot Ahern: In general, immigration stamp 1 is granted to persons to facilitate their residence while working in the State on foot of a specific permission. Most Stamp 1 holders are persons whose permission to work is obtained through an employment permit. In addition, a number of persons who are not covered by employment permit arrangements but nevertheless permitted to work by the Minister for Justice...

Written Answers — Departmental Agencies: Departmental Agencies (30 Mar 2010)

Dermot Ahern: The following table sets out the salary scales at 1 August 2008 and 1 September 2008 of the post holders in the role of Chief Executive Officer or relevant position in each of the agencies on those dates: Name of Body CEO/Equivalent Salary Scale1 August 2008 Salary Scale1 September 2008 Equality Authority* CEO Assistant Secretary scale€128,535 - €147,036 Assistant Secretary...

Written Answers — Garda Recruitment: Garda Recruitment (30 Mar 2010)

Dermot Ahern: The moratorium on recruitment in the Public Service currently applies to the Garda Síochána, both sworn members and civilian support staff. The strength of sworn members of An Garda Síochána on the last day for which figures are readily available was 14,547 with an additional 232 students in training. I am keeping the situation under review in consultation with the Garda Commissioner...

Written Answers — Visa Applications: Visa Applications (30 Mar 2010)

Dermot Ahern: I regret to advise the Deputy that it is not possible to provide a response to his Question at this time. The information sought by the Deputy will be provided at a later date.

Written Answers — Garda Equipment: Garda Equipment (30 Mar 2010)

Dermot Ahern: The making of arrangements for the operation of the Garda Air Support Unit is primarily a matter for the Garda Commissioner and the Air Corps. I regret that current information with regard to the issues raised by the Deputy is not readily to hand. I will write to the Deputy as soon as it is available.

Written Answers — Juvenile Offenders: Juvenile Offenders (30 Mar 2010)

Dermot Ahern: The youth justice trial site project commenced in July 2009 and will conclude before the end of 2010. The 5 trial sites are :- The TACT Project, Togher, Cork SUB Project, Birr, Co. Offaly Woodale Project, Dublin 17 JAY Project, Tallaght, Dublin The Junction Project, Ballinasloe, Co. Galway This project involves the development of prototype projects to provide leadership to the remaining...

Written Answers — Citizenship Applications: Citizenship Applications (30 Mar 2010)

Dermot Ahern: I regret that the information requested by the Deputy is not readily to hand. I will write to the Deputy as soon as it is available.

Written Answers — Road Network: Road Network (30 Mar 2010)

Dermot Ahern: I have no responsibility in respect of the matter raised by the Deputy. The National Roads Authority, which comes under the aegis of the Department of Transport, is responsible for the implementation of individual national road projects, including tolling.