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Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Judicial Appointments: Discussion (26 Nov 2014)

Pádraig Mac Lochlainn: I thank the delegates. Their contributions have been superb.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Judicial Appointments: Discussion (26 Nov 2014)

Pádraig Mac Lochlainn: I apologise for being a little late. I have had a chance to read all the presentations and I have to say they are excellent. There is a diversity of advice, but all very helpful, and it will be very helpful to the Government's review process. The issue of appointments is one of perception. Whether justified or not, there has been a perception that some judges have been politically...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Judicial Appointments: Discussion (26 Nov 2014)

Pádraig Mac Lochlainn: Our committee had the opportunity to meet with one of the members of the Judiciary who worked with the sentencing council in England and Wales. I have to say I am a fan of the model in that there is a consultation process with the public. It does not narrow the sentence too tightly, as no two cases are the same, but it clearly gives the Judiciary the parameters under which the public expect...

Water Sector Reforms: Motion (19 Nov 2014)

Pádraig Mac Lochlainn: Suspend the House.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: European Union Agency for Law Enforcement Training: Motion (19 Nov 2014)

Pádraig Mac Lochlainn: My concern is that the Government would continue to monitor CEPOL in terms of the various legal frameworks that operate in different jurisdictions. I welcome the co-operation outlined by the Minister.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: European Union Agency for Law Enforcement Training: Motion (19 Nov 2014)

Pádraig Mac Lochlainn: On the theme of cyber threats, I wish to take the opportunity to raise the Darknet. The UK police service has been pursuing it. The Darknet was originally a benign enough concept that was used by activists in areas where the Arab spring was prevalent and by journalists, but unfortunately in recent times it is being used by people to view images of child abuse on the Internet. We must...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: European Union Agency for Law Enforcement Training: Motion (19 Nov 2014)

Pádraig Mac Lochlainn: I apologise for being a little late to hear the Minister's presentation.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: European Union Agency for Law Enforcement Training: Motion (19 Nov 2014)

Pádraig Mac Lochlainn: The principle of police services across Europe and internationally co-operating is welcome to combat the dangers posed by trafficking, drugs, security threats and so on. There is a range of areas in which it is necessary to have co-operation. The only issues that arise revole around the civil liberty aspect. Different data protection laws apply in different states. There are different...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Public Order Offences from Alcohol Misuse Perspective: Discussion (Resumed) (19 Nov 2014)

Pádraig Mac Lochlainn: That is fine. We have work to do.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Public Order Offences from Alcohol Misuse Perspective: Discussion (Resumed) (19 Nov 2014)

Pádraig Mac Lochlainn: A young person can buy 20 bottles of a particular brand of alcohol for €20 in a supermarket, yet one could pay €120 for the same number of bottles of the product in a pub if the group of young people were able to consume the 20 bottles in the evening. There is a significant difference in price. How can one pay €5.50 or €6 for a bottle of alcohol that can be sold...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Public Order Offences from Alcohol Misuse Perspective: Discussion (Resumed) (19 Nov 2014)

Pádraig Mac Lochlainn: I would know of the issues that Mr. Cribben from the Vintners' Federation of Ireland raised having been made aware of them by the local publicans in my area who would have raised them with me repeatedly, in particular what Sky channels cost, which are extraordinary. When a young person can go into a supermarket and buy alcohol at a cheaper price than water, he or she will be inclined to...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Public Order Offences from Alcohol Misuse Perspective: Discussion (Resumed) (19 Nov 2014)

Pádraig Mac Lochlainn: I will assist the Chairman. If one is drunk, public order issues will arise. I will focus on the first part of my question.

An Bille um an gCeathrú Leasú is Tríocha ar an mBunreacht (Uimh. 3) 2014: An Dara Céim [Comhaltaí Príobháideacha] - Thirty-fourth Amendment of the Constitution (No. 3) Bill 2014: Second Stage [Private Members] (18 Nov 2014)

Pádraig Mac Lochlainn: One of the remarkable outcomes of the economic crisis which was inflicted on the Irish people, as well as on the people of several countries in Europe, has been that those who caused the crisis by adhering to the bible of deregulation, privatisation and liberalisation, and who followed the diatribes of Reagan and Thatcher, won even though they failed our people because their huge gambles in...

Topical Issue Debate: Free Travel Scheme Eligibility (18 Nov 2014)

Pádraig Mac Lochlainn: This topical issue was originally to have been taken last Thursday. Will the Minister of State confirm that he understands the free travel facility has been restored as of yesterday? If that is the case, and it is available again, then that is very welcome. I will be examining this matter in the constituency, but I ask the Minister of State to consider the European Commission's ruling and...

Topical Issue Debate: Free Travel Scheme Eligibility (18 Nov 2014)

Pádraig Mac Lochlainn: I thank the Minister of State.

Topical Issue Debate: Free Travel Scheme Eligibility (18 Nov 2014)

Pádraig Mac Lochlainn: I have repeatedly raised this issue over recent months and I am pleased to have the opportunity to raise it today. I am sure the Minister of State, Deputy Kevin Humphreys, will relay my concerns to his colleague, the Tánaiste and Minister for Social Protection, Deputy Burton. The Lough Swilly bus company provided a service from Buncrana to Derry city, including all the stops along the...

Leaders' Questions (18 Nov 2014)

Pádraig Mac Lochlainn: Is that what we are calling it now, a "utility company"?

Ceisteanna - Questions - Priority Questions: Garda Inspectorate Reports (18 Nov 2014)

Pádraig Mac Lochlainn: Like the Minister, I am sure, I found the report a breath of fresh air. One can see the potential for An Garda Síochána if the recommendations are implemented. There is an opportunity to have a policing authority, a strengthened ombudsman and promotion on merit within the Garda where significant changes are required. There are also other opportunities that can be pursued. The...

Ceisteanna - Questions - Priority Questions: Garda Inspectorate Reports (18 Nov 2014)

Pádraig Mac Lochlainn: Like the Minister, I imagine, I have spoken to many members of An Garda Síochána since the report was published. Broadly, they welcome it. They have made the interesting observation that there was nothing in it that they could not have told us about resources. I am referring specifically to the issue of rosters. There has been significant criticism of the rostering system, the...

Ceisteanna - Questions - Priority Questions: Garda Inspectorate Reports (18 Nov 2014)

Pádraig Mac Lochlainn: There is some confusion because the most recent report calls for it to be established. If it has been established, it is most welcome. The report represents a real opportunity. In fairness to the Minister, while we have disagreements, she has started the process of reform and the language she has used since she took office has been encouraging. This is an opportunity for her to put her...