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Criminal Justice (Terrorist Offences) (Amendment) Bill 2014 [Seanad]: Second Stage (Resumed) (7 May 2015)

Aodhán Ó Ríordáin: The Minister for Justice and Equality, who introduced the Bill in this House last evening, regrets that she is unable to be here today and I am pleased to stand in for her for the remainder of the debate. On behalf of the Minister, I wish to thank the House for giving its time to this most important matter. I thank Deputies for their contributions, comments and general if not unanimous...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Local Drugs Task Forces Review Report (7 May 2015)

Aodhán Ó Ríordáin: I propose to take Questions Nos. 173 to 175, inclusive, together. As the Deputy will be aware, the conclusions of a review of the future direction and role of Drugs Task Forces and the national structures that underpin the general drugs area were announced in December 2012. The review recommended a series of changes to better equip the Task Forces to respond to the current pattern of...

Seanad: Appointment of Receivers: Motion (6 May 2015)

Aodhán Ó Ríordáin: On behalf of the Minister for Justice and Equality, I welcome the opportunity to discuss the topic of mortgages and receivers. This issue forms part of the overall context of mortgage arrears and it should be recognised that things are improving in this area. There has been a welcome increase in engagement between borrowers and lenders which has resulted in over 115,000 sustainable...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: National Disability Strategy Implementation Plan (6 May 2015)

Aodhán Ó Ríordáin: At the outset, I wish to assure the Deputy that the Government continues to prioritise the needs of people with disabilities. Responsibility for coordinating policy on disability lies with my Department. However, the implementation of sectoral policy is a matter for a number of Government Departments, with responsibility for provision of services resting mainly with the Department of...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Drug Treatment Programmes (6 May 2015)

Aodhán Ó Ríordáin: As this is a service matter, it has been referred to the Health Service Executive for attention and direct reply to the Deputy. If the Deputy has not received a reply from the HSE within 15 working days he should contact my Private Office and they will follow up the matter with them.

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Ombudsman for Children Reports (29 Apr 2015)

Aodhán Ó Ríordáin: As indicated at the launch of Ms Logan's Report in July 2014, the Minister for Justice and Equality fully accepted the Inquiry’s recommendations in relation to engagement with and supports for the Roma community. An Implementation Group, chaired by the Department of Justice and Equality, which comprised membership from all relevant Government Departments and Agencies, was established...

Industrial Relations (Members of the Garda Síochána and the Defence Forces) Bill 2015: Second Stage [Private Members] (24 Apr 2015)

Aodhán Ó Ríordáin: It is a shame that Deputy Calleary cannot stay for the remainder of the debate, as I was going to respond to some of his points. However, seeing as it is Friday morning, I will leave the political footballing for another time. The House will see that in respect of the members of An Garda Síochána, the Government currently has the main issue raised in this Bill under detailed...

Industrial Relations (Members of the Garda Síochána and the Defence Forces) Bill 2015: Second Stage [Private Members] (24 Apr 2015)

Aodhán Ó Ríordáin: On behalf of the Minister for Justice and Equality, and also the Minister for Defence, I welcome the opportunity to respond to the Industrial Relations (Members of the Garda Síochána and the Defence Forces) Bill 2015 which has been introduced by Deputy Michael McNamara. Unfortunately, neither the Minster for Justice and Equality nor the Minister for Defence can be here today to...

Leaders' Questions (23 Apr 2015)

Aodhán Ó Ríordáin: She just outlined the proposal.

Leaders' Questions (23 Apr 2015)

Aodhán Ó Ríordáin: There was a proposal.

Leaders' Questions (23 Apr 2015)

Aodhán Ó Ríordáin: Did Deputy Finian McGrath vote for the bank guarantee? He did.

Leaders' Questions (23 Apr 2015)

Aodhán Ó Ríordáin: I am just making sure. Deputy McGrath voted for the bank guarantee with his pal, Bertie.

Leaders' Questions (23 Apr 2015)

Aodhán Ó Ríordáin: Did Deputy McGrath vote for the bank guarantee? He did, because Bertie Ahern asked him to.

Leaders' Questions (23 Apr 2015)

Aodhán Ó Ríordáin: Did Deputy McGrath vote for the bank guarantee?

Leaders' Questions (23 Apr 2015)

Aodhán Ó Ríordáin: Where is Deputy McGrath's pal Bertie now?

Leaders' Questions (23 Apr 2015)

Aodhán Ó Ríordáin: This is a very sensitive issue for Deputy McGrath.

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: UN Conventions Ratification (23 Apr 2015)

Aodhán Ó Ríordáin: The Government has given a firm commitment to ratify the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities and intends to proceed to ratification as quickly as possible, taking into account the need to ensure all necessary legislative and administrative requirements under the Convention are met. As the Deputy is aware, Ireland has a dualist legal system and therefore does not become party...

Topical Issue Debate: Home Repossession (21 Apr 2015)

Aodhán Ó Ríordáin: I appreciate that the Deputies accept the role of the Garda in these circumstances. They have outlined to me a situation in which 30 or more individuals dressed in dark clothing moved across a rural community in the dead of night. This appears to be an unacceptable situation, to say the very least. The Deputies' points are well made. They are very reasonable. Such a scenario, if it were...

Topical Issue Debate: Home Repossession (21 Apr 2015)

Aodhán Ó Ríordáin: I can read the Topical Issue for the Deputy if he wants.

Topical Issue Debate: Home Repossession (21 Apr 2015)

Aodhán Ó Ríordáin: The Minister, in whose place I am here, was asked to respond regarding "Garda guidelines in relation to house, land or property repossessions". The second Topical Issue, as outlined, was on "the need for updated Garda guidelines in relation to house, land or property repossessions". The Minister and I, on her behalf, are responding to an issue raised regarding the Garda.