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Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Citizenship Applications (18 Apr 2023)

Simon Harris: I am aware that for some applicants the scorecard may not have adequately addressed their individual circumstances. In such cases and where the applicant has justifiable reasons for not reaching the 150 points target required, the Citizenship Division of the Department may accept a sworn affidavit, which could help the applicant make up the deficit in points to enable them to meet the...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Visa Applications (18 Apr 2023)

Simon Harris: For those fleeing Russian aggression in Ukraine, they may be entitled to register for Temporary Protection (TP). In accordance with the Council Implementing Decision (EU 2022/382), Temporary Protection in Ireland applies to the following groups of people who have had to flee Ukraine due to the invasion by Russia:Ukrainian nationals who were residing in Ukraine before 24 February...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: An Garda Síochána (18 Apr 2023)

Simon Harris: As the Deputy will be aware, the Garda Commissioner is responsible for the management and administration of Garda business, including the recruitment and training of Garda members and staff, under section 26 of the Garda Síochána Act 2005 (as amended). As Minister, I have no role in these independent functions. I am informed by the Garda authorities that all personnel attached...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: An Garda Síochána (18 Apr 2023)

Simon Harris: The the Government is committed to ensuring An Garda Síochána has the resources it needs to deliver a modern, fit-for-purpose, policing service. Budget 2023 provides funding of €2.14 billion for An Garda Síochána, of which €10m has been allocated for investment in the Garda fleet. As the Deputy will be aware, under the Garda Síochána Act 2005...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Legislative Measures (18 Apr 2023)

Simon Harris: As the Deputy may be aware, the Law Reform Commission published a report in 2016 entitled 'Consolidation and Reform of Aspects of the Law of Evidence' which broadly recommended that hearsay evidence should only be admissible, either in civil or criminal proceedings, under the exceptions already established by the Courts. In light of the above, I can advise the Deputy that the matter is...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Departmental Regulations (18 Apr 2023)

Simon Harris: As the Deputy may be aware, an independent study has been commissioned by my Department into familicide and domestic homicide reviews.  The final report is being considered by officials in the Department and I intend to publish the report as soon as this examination and analysis is complete.  The recommendations of this report will be taken into consideration in the context of...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Legislative Measures (18 Apr 2023)

Simon Harris: I want to reiterate that any attacks on members of An Garda Síochána and other frontline services are totally unacceptable. We are all immensely grateful to these people for their outstanding dedication and commitment to serving the public, and for the important role that they play in our society. Frontline workers must be protected in carrying out their work and the law...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Prison Service (18 Apr 2023)

Simon Harris: I can advise the Deputy that Rule 17 of the Prison Rules 2007 makes provision for a child to remain in the care of their mother in prison, until the child has reached twelve months of age. I can further advise the Deputy that pregnant women in the custody of the Prison Service receive all of their antenatal care and education through the services of the local HSE Maternity hospital. Access to...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Prison Service (18 Apr 2023)

Simon Harris: I requested information from the Irish Prison Service to reply to the Deputy but unfortunately it was not possible to collate the information in the time allowed. I will respond directly to the Deputy once this information is collated. 

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Citizenship Applications (18 Apr 2023)

Simon Harris: The granting of Irish citizenship through naturalisation is governed by the provisions of the Irish Nationality and Citizenship Act 1956, as amended. All applications for a certificate of naturalisation are processed and assessed individually in accordance with the provisions of the Act. A determination on whether an applicant satisfies the statutory criteria for naturalisation can only be...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Gangland Crime (18 Apr 2023)

Simon Harris: I am acutely conscious of the devastating impact that illegal drugs, drug dealing and related criminality have on communities across the country and I have discussed these concerns with the Garda Commissioner and his senior team since my appointment as Minister. The Deputy will be aware that the Garda Commissioner is, by law, responsible for deployment of Garda resources. The Government...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Departmental Data (18 Apr 2023)

Simon Harris: As the Deputy will appreciate, the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) is an independent law officer under the Prosecution of Offences Act 1974 (as amended) and I have no role in relation to the work of the Office of the DPP.  As the Deputy will also be aware, the management of the courts, operational matters and logistical functions are the responsibility of the judiciary and Courts...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: An Garda Síochána (18 Apr 2023)

Simon Harris: The Government is committed to ensuring An Garda Síochána has the resources it needs to deliver a modern, fit-for-purpose, policing service. Budget 2023 provides funding of €2.14 billion for An Garda Síochána, of which €10m has been allocated for investment in the Garda fleet. As the Deputy will be aware, under the Garda Síochána Act 2005 (as...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: An Garda Síochána (18 Apr 2023)

Simon Harris: As the Deputy will appreciate, the Garda Commissioner is responsible for managing and controlling the administration and business of An Garda Síochána as well as for decisions in relation to the allocation and management of Garda equipment and resources. As Minister, I have no direct role in these matters.  I am informed by the Garda authorities that the Garda Mounted Unit...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Official Engagements (18 Apr 2023)

Simon Harris: I can inform the Deputy that I have not spoken to the United States Secretary of Homeland Security to date in 2023.   The Deputy will, of course, appreciate that engagement with the Department of Homeland Security in the context of the work of my Department may occur at a range of different levels as part of normal bilateral or multilateral relations  or through engagement...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: An Garda Síochána (18 Apr 2023)

Simon Harris: The the Government is committed to ensuring An Garda Síochána has the resources it needs to deliver a modern, fit-for-purpose, policing service. Budget 2023 provides funding of €2.14 billion for An Garda Síochána, of which €10m has been allocated for investment in the Garda fleet. As the Deputy will be aware, under the Garda Síochána Act 2005...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: An Garda Síochána (18 Apr 2023)

Simon Harris: As the Deputy will be aware, under the Garda Síochána Act 2005 (as amended), the Garda Commissioner is responsible for the administration and management of An Garda Síochána, including the purchase, allocation, and effective and efficient use of Garda vehicles. As Minister, I have no role in such matters. I am however advised by the Garda authorities that Garda...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Alcohol Sales (18 Apr 2023)

Simon Harris: As the Deputy will be aware, in accordance with the Garda Síochána Act 2005 (as amended), the Garda Commissioner is responsible for the general management and administration of An Garda Síochána, including liquor licensing inspections. As Minister, I have no role in these matters. I am informed by the Garda authorities that inspections of licensed premises, during...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: An Garda Síochána (18 Apr 2023)

Simon Harris: As the Deputy will be aware, under the Garda Síochána Act 2005 (as amended), the Garda Commissioner is responsible for the administration and management of An Garda Síochána, including any decisions in relation to the allocation and control of Garda resources. As Minister, I have no role in such matters. I am however assured that Garda management keeps...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: An Garda Síochána (18 Apr 2023)

Simon Harris: I have sought the information requested by the Deputy and will contact him when this is to hand.