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Ceisteanna - Questions - Ceisteanna ar Sonraíodh Uain Dóibh - Priority Questions: Garda Youth Diversion Projects (30 Jan 2019)

Donnchadh Ó Laoghaire: 31. To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality his views on the latest report on the Garda youth diversion programme, specifically the cases deemed not suitable for the programme that were not progressed by An Garda Síochána; his further views on similar difficulties existing in the adult justice system; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4291/19]

Ceisteanna - Questions - Ceisteanna ar Sonraíodh Uain Dóibh - Priority Questions: Garda Youth Diversion Projects (30 Jan 2019)

Donnchadh Ó Laoghaire: The Minister of State has discussed already and will agree that it is unacceptable that 7,894 crimes by more than 3,500 children and young people were not progressed. This failed the children and the victims. As to the latter, 75% of these cases involved four main categories, namely public order, theft, traffic offences and criminal damage. However, there were 55 offences covering matters...

Ceisteanna - Questions - Ceisteanna ar Sonraíodh Uain Dóibh - Priority Questions: Garda Youth Diversion Projects (30 Jan 2019)

Donnchadh Ó Laoghaire: I agree, of course, that the Garda youth diversion project is a successful and valuable scheme and I stated as much in the Chamber last week. I am aware from many excellent projects in my own constituency, including in Douglas and Togher, the latter of which won a national prize in the TidyTowns competition a year or two ago, that excellent work is taking place. Nevertheless, the scale of...

Ceisteanna - Questions - Ceisteanna ar Sonraíodh Uain Dóibh - Priority Questions: Garda Youth Diversion Projects (30 Jan 2019)

Donnchadh Ó Laoghaire: I welcome all that but we are not any clearer. There is an indication from the Minister of State, the Commissioner and the Policing Authority that there is a wider issue. The Minister of State said the Garda Commissioner is looking into it. Can it be said, therefore, that a review is taking place into the possibility that cases involving adults were not properly progressed? If so, what is...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Crime Levels (30 Jan 2019)

Donnchadh Ó Laoghaire: 54. To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality if his attention has been drawn to the recent incidents of burglaries and thefts in Cork city over the Christmas 2018 period; his plans to address same; and if additional resources, both personnel and equipment, will be provided to the Togher and Anglesea Street districts to address same. [4289/19]

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Legislative Measures (30 Jan 2019)

Donnchadh Ó Laoghaire: 57. To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality his views on the recent comments by a union (details supplied) in addition to other bodies on the new domestic violence legislation and the lack of training provided to gardaí to carry out the duties required of them by this legislation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4290/19]

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Brexit Issues (30 Jan 2019)

Donnchadh Ó Laoghaire: 63. To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality if the potential threats posed to rights and equality by Brexit have been examined, in particular pertaining to citizenship here and in Northern Ireland for Irish citizens; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4286/19]

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Asylum Support Services (30 Jan 2019)

Donnchadh Ó Laoghaire: 65. To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality his views on the capacity in the international protection and asylum system in the context of recent events; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4288/19]

Select Committee on Justice and Equality: Disability (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2016: Committee Stage (30 Jan 2019)

Donnchadh Ó Laoghaire: The amendments are similar in their intentions. The ability to serve on a jury is something most of us would consider an ordinary and democratic right, but we need to improve the presumption in favour of the person being able to participate in a jury. I will certainly not oppose the first amendment but I have a slight preference for my own because of the specific reference to reasonable...

Select Committee on Justice and Equality: Disability (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2016: Committee Stage (30 Jan 2019)

Donnchadh Ó Laoghaire: I move amendment No. 3: In page 4, between lines 1 and 2, to insert the following: “(1)The Act of 1992 is amended— (a)in section 28 by the substitution of the following for subsection (1A): “(1A)Each local authority shall, in making a scheme under this section, appoint as polling places only such areas as shall allow the returning officer to provide polling...

Select Committee on Justice and Equality: Disability (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2016: Committee Stage (30 Jan 2019)

Donnchadh Ó Laoghaire: I am inclined to press the amendment. It is something that comes up every so often but we are always told there is a review under way and that nothing can be done in the meantime. That excuse can be used to cover a multitude. We saw it in the context of civil law reform recently where we were told something could not be contemplated as a review was ongoing which might recommend something....

Select Committee on Justice and Equality: Disability (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2016: Committee Stage (30 Jan 2019)

Donnchadh Ó Laoghaire: It is an important matter. In any event, I would be surprised if the review group came back and said it would be fine if some polling stations were inaccessible.

Select Committee on Justice and Equality: Disability (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2016: Committee Stage (30 Jan 2019)

Donnchadh Ó Laoghaire: I move amendment No. 4: In page 4, between lines 2 and 3, to insert the following: "(3) Section 94 of the Act of 1992 is amended— (a) by the substitution of the following for subsection (1A): "(1A) Polling stations provided by the returning officer shall be accessible to wheelchair users.", and (b) by the repeal of subsection (3A).".

Select Committee on Justice and Equality: Disability (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2016: Committee Stage (30 Jan 2019)

Donnchadh Ó Laoghaire: I move amendment No. 8: In page 6, lines 38 to 40, to delete all words from and including "unless" in line 38 down to and including "question" in line 40. I shall not press my amendment but I am interested in the Minister of State's view on it. It seems that in respect of the amendment to section 4 of the Equal Status Act 2000, the final paragraph seems to be excessively qualified. I am...

Select Committee on Justice and Equality: Disability (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2016: Committee Stage (30 Jan 2019)

Donnchadh Ó Laoghaire: I will not press the amendment. As much as anything else, it is an opportunity to debate this and tease it out. I would appreciate it if the Minister of State would consider it again and see if there is any possibility that it might be made a bit more difficult for people to squeeze out of their obligations - not to the point of being unconstitutional. If he will examine that, I am happy...

Select Committee on Justice and Equality: Disability (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2016: Committee Stage (30 Jan 2019)

Donnchadh Ó Laoghaire: I move amendment No. 10: In page 7, between lines 8 and 9, to insert the following: "5. (1) The Disability Act 2005 is amended by the insertion of the following after section 6: "Transposition of Article 14(2) of the UNCRPD 6A. The State shall ensure that if persons with disabilities are deprived of their liberty through any process, they are, on an equal basis with others, entitled to...

Select Committee on Justice and Equality: Disability (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2016: Committee Stage (30 Jan 2019)

Donnchadh Ó Laoghaire: I would be interested to hear any views. I take the Chairman's point on board and am open minded about how to proceed. I am curious to hear if any other member has a view.

Select Committee on Justice and Equality: Disability (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2016: Committee Stage (30 Jan 2019)

Donnchadh Ó Laoghaire: I am happy enough with that but emphasise that the issue is important. I take on board the Minister of State's point about an additional Bill but I do not know what the timescale for it is or whether heads exist. I ask that in advance of Report Stage any issue is raised as to whether there is anything in the current wording that should not be included or which is not consistent with how...

Select Committee on Justice and Equality: Disability (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2016: Committee Stage (30 Jan 2019)

Donnchadh Ó Laoghaire: I do not have a great deal more to add. It is important that this is properly implemented. Adequate funding and resources are needed. Good legislation and words as well as high ideals and principles are all very well but they must be properly backed by resources and funding. I appreciate what the Minister of State said about the Irish Deaf Society and look forward to seeing more detail on...

Select Committee on Justice and Equality: Disability (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2016: Committee Stage (30 Jan 2019)

Donnchadh Ó Laoghaire: No.