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- Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Welfare of Ex-Service Personnel: Discussion (16 Dec 2015)
David Stanton: Indeed.
- Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Welfare of Ex-Service Personnel: Discussion (16 Dec 2015)
David Stanton: That seems to be the case across the board with many organisations. The witness is absolutely right. I am conscious that Mr. Garland, Mr. Gilbert and Mr. Mott are here as well. Do they wish to make any comment?
- Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Welfare of Ex-Service Personnel: Discussion (16 Dec 2015)
David Stanton: It is a very important point and thank you for reminding us of that.
- Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Welfare of Ex-Service Personnel: Discussion (16 Dec 2015)
David Stanton: This is a poignant coincidence.
- Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Welfare of Ex-Service Personnel: Discussion (16 Dec 2015)
David Stanton: We can make that point. This hearing will be watched and noted by others outside. We will communicate with the Department of Defence and the Minister. I welcome Senator Craughwell who is a former serving member to the committee. He may have something to add to the discussion.
- Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Welfare of Ex-Service Personnel: Discussion (16 Dec 2015)
David Stanton: For Senator Craughwell’s information, this is the first time these organisations have come to the Oireachtas. We are holding this hearing to give them an opportunity to voice their concerns and issues.
- Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Welfare of Ex-Service Personnel: Discussion (16 Dec 2015)
David Stanton: The old bull’s wool.
- Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Welfare of Ex-Service Personnel: Discussion (16 Dec 2015)
David Stanton: That is unique, indeed.
- Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Welfare of Ex-Service Personnel: Discussion (16 Dec 2015)
David Stanton: A military life and life in a barracks can be quite sheltered, especially if one is single.
- Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Welfare of Ex-Service Personnel: Discussion (16 Dec 2015)
David Stanton: We have had a very good interaction today. I apologise for the fact that more members were not present, but it is on account of the time of year and the electoral cycle. We were anxious to meet the witnesses. I am a former serving member of the Defence Forces Reserve, having served for 23 years, so I have a certain grá for things military and an understanding of what the issues are....
- Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Changing Policing in Ireland Report: Garda Inspectorate (16 Dec 2015)
David Stanton: We are meeting to discuss with the Garda Inspectorate its recently published report entitled, Changing Policing in Ireland - Delivering a Visible, Accessible and Responsive Service. On behalf of the joint committee, I warmly welcome Mr. Olson, chief Inspector; Mr. Mark Toland, deputy chief inspector; and Ms Eimear Fisher, senior inspector. Is this Ms Fisher's first visit to the committee?
- Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Changing Policing in Ireland Report: Garda Inspectorate (16 Dec 2015)
David Stanton: The delegates will be invited to make a brief opening statement, which will be followed by a question and answer session. Colleagues and delegates should ensure their mobile phones are switched off left in silent or, even better, flight mode, as otherwise they will interfere with the sound system. Witnesses should note that they are protected by absolute privilege in respect of the...
- Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Changing Policing in Ireland Report: Garda Inspectorate (16 Dec 2015)
David Stanton: Not yet.
- Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Changing Policing in Ireland Report: Garda Inspectorate (16 Dec 2015)
David Stanton: We wish her well.
- Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Changing Policing in Ireland Report: Garda Inspectorate (16 Dec 2015)
David Stanton: I thank Mr. Olson for his comprehensive presentation. Has the inspectorate indicated a timescale by which it would like the changes to be implemented?
- Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Changing Policing in Ireland Report: Garda Inspectorate (16 Dec 2015)
David Stanton: I am required to remind the Deputy about what I read at the start of the meeting. Members should be aware that under the salient rulings of the Chair, they should not comment on, criticise or make charges against a person outside the Houses or an official, either by name or in such a way as to make him or her identifiable. I ask the Deputy to reframe his question such that he will not be...
- Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Changing Policing in Ireland Report: Garda Inspectorate (16 Dec 2015)
David Stanton: May I read it again, just to be sure? We have to be careful. Members should be aware that under the salient rulings of the Chair, they should not comment on, criticise or make charges against a person outside the Houses or an official, either by name or in such a way as to make him or her identifiable. The Deputy just has to be very careful.
- Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Changing Policing in Ireland Report: Garda Inspectorate (16 Dec 2015)
David Stanton: Who wants to come back on that? Mr. Olson?
- Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Changing Policing in Ireland Report: Garda Inspectorate (16 Dec 2015)
David Stanton: Can we have three brief questions from Deputy Farrell, please?
- Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Changing Policing in Ireland Report: Garda Inspectorate (16 Dec 2015)
David Stanton: We will get an answer to that.