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Select Committee on Justice and Equality: Criminal Justice (Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing) (Amendment) Bill 2020: Committee Stage (19 Nov 2020)

James Browne: The plan in the Department is that once this legislation has been enacted, any statutory instruments that are required will be enacted as quickly as possible. I cannot give the Deputy a definite date on when that will occur this far removed. This discussion completes the justice elements of the Bill but there might be a number of finance elements to be tweaked.

Select Committee on Justice and Equality: Criminal Justice (Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing) (Amendment) Bill 2020: Committee Stage (19 Nov 2020)

James Browne: There very much is a plan. It is to get the legislation enacted as quickly as possible. We are in the hands of the Houses so we do not have complete control over timelines but we will do it as quick as possible.

Select Committee on Justice and Equality: Criminal Justice (Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing) (Amendment) Bill 2020: Committee Stage (19 Nov 2020)

James Browne: The plan is to commence this within the next couple of months but I cannot give specific dates at this stage.

Criminal Justice (Mutual Recognition of Decisions on Supervision Measures) Bill 2019 [Seanad]: Report and Final Stages (18 Nov 2020)

James Browne: I would be obliged if, in accordance with Standing Order 196, the Leas-Cheann Comhairle would direct the Clerk to make the following verbal correction to the text of the Bill: On page 36, line 10, to replace the words "Designation of competent authorities" with "Each Member State shall inform the General Secretariat of".

Community Safety and Preventing Crime: Statements (18 Nov 2020)

James Browne: I wish to share time with Deputies Bruton and Ó Cathasaigh.

Community Safety and Preventing Crime: Statements (18 Nov 2020)

James Browne: I echo my ministerial colleague, Deputy McEntee, in thanking the House for the opportunity to discuss this important topic today. The Minister has spoken of her understanding of the full meaning of community safety. While we can all agree that crime prevention measures are critical to improving the quality of life for all communities, crime prevention is just one facet of community safety....

Written Answers — Department of Finance: Revenue Commissioners (18 Nov 2020)

James Browne: 59. To ask the Minister for Finance the position regarding the need of a person (details supplied) to meet with the Revenue Commissioners; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37274/20]

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Gambling Sector (18 Nov 2020)

James Browne: The Programme for Government gives a clear commitment to establish a gambling regulator focused on public safety and well-being, covering gambling online and in person, and the powers to regulate advertising, gambling websites and apps. Work is currently underway in my department on the development of the legislation to provide for the necessary modern licensing and regulatory provisions...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Vaccination Programme (18 Nov 2020)

James Browne: 190. To ask the Minister for Health the position regarding adult winter 'flu vaccines (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37266/20]

Scrambler Motorbikes and Quad Bikes: Motion [Private Members] (17 Nov 2020)

James Browne: I thank all the Deputies who have contributed this evening. I think we all agree on the importance of ensuring this issue is effectively addressed. It is an issue of serious and genuine concern that makes our public and social spaces unsafe for others and creates a sense of real fear among the public. Anti-social behaviour in any form negatively impacts on the quality of life of our...

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Data Protection (17 Nov 2020)

James Browne: I thank the Senator for raising this matter. It is important to note that the DPC is independent in the performance of its tasks and the exercise of its powers. Therefore, the Senator will appreciate that I cannot comment on legal proceedings in which the commission was or is involved. Nor can I comment on findings of the courts, given that they are also independent in the exercise of...

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Data Protection (17 Nov 2020)

James Browne: I assure the Senator that the Government's position is reflected in our ongoing commitment under the programme for Government to recognise the domestic and international importance of data protection in Ireland. Moreover, we will ensure that Ireland delivers on its responsibilities under the general data protection regulation. The DPC finds itself at the fore of many key data protection...

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Disability Support Services (17 Nov 2020)

James Browne: I thank the Senator for raising this very important matter. The visiting teacher service for children with hearing and visual impairments in Ireland provides support for the education of children who are deaf or hard of hearing and for children who are blind or who have significant visual impairment.Support is provided for parents in schools at the preschool stage and at primary and...

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Disability Support Services (17 Nov 2020)

James Browne: I thank the Senator again for raising this important matter and I understand and appreciate his disappointment at the reply and a lack of commitment to a review of the delivery of the results. The Senator has expressed his view that there is good work being done, but it could be done better. I will certainly raise his concerns with the Minister of State after this Commencement matter has...

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: School Enrolments (17 Nov 2020)

James Browne: I thank Senator O'Loughlin for raising this extremely important matter in the county of Kildare and surrounding areas. As the Senator may be aware, in order to plan for school provision and analyse the relevant demographic data, the Department divides the country into 314 school planning areas and uses a geographical information system, using data from a range of sources to identify where...

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: School Enrolments (17 Nov 2020)

James Browne: Once again, I thank Senator O'Loughlin for raising an important issue around school capacity in Kildare. I hear her genuine concerns about this matter and will certainly convey to the Minister that there is a real sense of a need for urgency to deliver the new school and to ensure that until the school is effectively built and opened, appropriate and necessary measures are put in place to...

Seanad: Criminal Justice (Hate Crime) Bill 2020: Second Stage (17 Nov 2020)

James Browne: I thank Senator O'Loughlin for her remarks and I acknowledge the intent and work behind this Private Members' Bill. The area of hate crime is of particular interest to the Senator and I am aware of her track record and considerable work in trying to advance the legislative position in recent years. The proposals in this Bill reflect the vital public interest in protecting persons from the...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Gambling Sector (17 Nov 2020)

James Browne: There is no current legislation with regard to online video gaming engaged in by individuals. However, I am aware that there has been some attention on issues arising in the context of video gaming. In particular, whether in-game purchases or micro-transactions, described as "loot boxes", "skins" etc., designed to improve the players’ chances of success in inter-active online games,...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Vaccination Programme (17 Nov 2020)

James Browne: 847. To ask the Minister for Health the position regarding pharmacies’ orders for flu vaccines (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37015/20]

Written Answers — Department of Rural and Community Development: LEADER Programmes (17 Nov 2020)

James Browne: 911. To ask the Minister for Rural and Community Development the position on the need to increase LEADER funding for the national food initiative from 50% to 75%; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [36547/20]