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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: I move amendment No. 8: In page 15, between lines 20 and 21, to insert the following: "Designation of Classes of Express Trust, etc. for Certain Purposes 25. The Act of 2010 is amended, in Part 4, by the insertion of the following Chapter after Chapter 9A (inserted by section 24*): "CHAPTER 9B Designation of Classes of Express Trust (and Matters Related to Such Trusts) for Certain...

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

James Browne: I move amendment No. 9: In page 16, between lines 11 and 12, to insert the following: “Amendment of section 33AK of Central Bank Act 1942 26. Section 33AK of the Central Bank Act 1942 is amended, in subsection (10), in the definition of ‘supervisory EU legal acts’— (a) in paragraph (ah), by the substitution of ‘12 December 2017,’ for...

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

James Browne: An amendment to section 25 may be required on Report Stage to repeal a provision of the Legal Services Regulation Act 2015, which amended the principal Act. This provision is in respect of the anti-money laundering regulation of barristers and has now been superseded.

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

James Browne: The estimated timeline is that this entire process will be completed within the next couple of months. A number of statutory instruments will be introduced on foot of the Act, once the Bill has been passed.

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 get this legislation enacted as quickly as possible. We are in the hands of the Houses of the Oireachtas in that respect and we do not have complete control.

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...