Results 341-360 of 21,514 for speaker:Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin

Withdrawal of the United Kingdom from the European Union: Statements (18 Sep 2019)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: I will be sharing time with Deputies Munster, Cullinane and Martin Kenny.

Withdrawal of the United Kingdom from the European Union: Statements (18 Sep 2019)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: Seo muid ar ais tar éis saoire an tsamhraidh agus níl aon duine cinnte faoin mhéid a tharlóidh amach anseo maidir leis an Bhreatimeacht. Ach caithfimid bheith cinnte faoi seo: níor chóir go mbeadh aon teorainn no córas custaim i bhfeidhm in Éirinn. Returning to the Chamber after the summer recess, we are no wiser as to whether the British Prime...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Business of Joint Committee (18 Sep 2019)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: I remind members and myself that mobile phones should be switched off because they interfere with the recording equipment. No apologies were indicated to the Chair in advance of the meeting. I propose we go into private session to deal with housekeeping matters. Is that agreed? Agreed.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Garda Reform and Related Issues: Discussion (18 Sep 2019)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: The purpose of the meeting is to meet the Garda Commissioner, Mr. Drew Harris, for an update on the Garda policing plan for 2019, the implementation of the Garda reform plan, new policing structures and miscellaneous issues that have arisen since the Commissioner was last before the committee in June. He is joined by Mr. John Twomey, deputy commissioner for policing and security, Mr. Michael...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Garda Reform and Related Issues: Discussion (18 Sep 2019)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: I thank the Commissioner. Before we open the meeting to the floor, we will show the overhead slide presentation entitled 'An Garda Síochána - A Policing Service for the Future - Keeping People Safe'.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Garda Reform and Related Issues: Discussion (18 Sep 2019)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: I thank assistant commissioner Finn for his presentation. That concludes the opening presentation. Before I open up the debate to members, I wish to make a few comments. While this is a work in progress, it is appropriate, as Chair, that I acknowledge that there is evidence of increased Garda footfall in communities across the country. That situation is in evidence in my own part of the...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Garda Reform and Related Issues: Discussion (18 Sep 2019)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: The assistant commissioner, Mr. Finn, wishes to come in.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Garda Reform and Related Issues: Discussion (18 Sep 2019)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: I am sure the Commissioner will note the request.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Garda Reform and Related Issues: Discussion (18 Sep 2019)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: I note, not just for the benefit of the Senator but for all members, that there is a significant turnout today. I ask everyone to be cognisant of that.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Garda Reform and Related Issues: Discussion (18 Sep 2019)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: I thank Senator Clifford-Lee and Commissioner Harris. I invite Deputy Colm Brophy to contribute.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Garda Reform and Related Issues: Discussion (18 Sep 2019)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: I thank the Deputy. Deputy Connolly will be followed by Deputy Martin Kenny.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Garda Reform and Related Issues: Discussion (18 Sep 2019)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: Would the witnesses like to reflect on the question of the use of the Irish language within the service? Unfortunately, the Deputy was unable to remain but the question stands.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Garda Reform and Related Issues: Discussion (18 Sep 2019)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: The Commissioner will surprise us in future occasions-----

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Garda Reform and Related Issues: Discussion (18 Sep 2019)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: ----- with a cúpla focail. That will be most welcome.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Garda Reform and Related Issues: Discussion (18 Sep 2019)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: If the witnesses wish to take a five-minute break after our next speaker, Deputy Fitzpatrick, has concluded, we will certainly accommodate them.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Garda Reform and Related Issues: Discussion (18 Sep 2019)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: It is a legitimate question. The Commissioner was not notified of it in advance of the meeting. I may be wrong, but I think the matter is before the courts and, as such, I urge caution in that regard.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Garda Reform and Related Issues: Discussion (18 Sep 2019)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: I acknowledge it is about the family.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Garda Reform and Related Issues: Discussion (18 Sep 2019)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: I acknowledge that, but it is my responsibility to witnesses as well as members to share any relevant information I may have. That is the only caution I am offering. It is a legitimate question.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Garda Reform and Related Issues: Discussion (18 Sep 2019)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: We will circulate that response to all members once it is received.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Garda Reform and Related Issues: Discussion (18 Sep 2019)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: Does the Commissioner have a response?