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Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Departmental Expenditure (22 Jun 2023)

Helen McEntee: I wish to advise the Deputy that there are no commercial agencies, bodies or offices under the aegis of my Department.

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Family Reunification (22 Jun 2023)

Helen McEntee: The person referred to by the Deputy created on-line Join Family visa application on 18 November 2022. The supporting documentation and relevant fees were then received on 21 November 2022 in the Manila visa office. The visa application was then forwarded to the Dublin Visa Office for further processing. I can advise the Deputy that Long Stay Join Family visa applications are processed...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Citizenship Applications (22 Jun 2023)

Helen McEntee: The issue as to whether the new guidelines will apply retrospectively to Section 16 applications on hand is under active consideration. Given the complexities of the issues involved and the absolute discretion afforded to the Minister in the Citizenship Act, it is imperative that the necessary time is spent to ensure the guidelines are both clear and comprehensive. Work is ongoing...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Naturalisation Applications (22 Jun 2023)

Helen McEntee: 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...

Seanad: Criminal Justice (Incitement to Violence or Hatred and Hate Offences) Bill 2022: Second Stage (Resumed) (21 Jun 2023)

Helen McEntee: With the agreement of the House, I will probably give a lengthy response if that is okay because I do want to respond-----

Seanad: Criminal Justice (Incitement to Violence or Hatred and Hate Offences) Bill 2022: Second Stage (Resumed) (21 Jun 2023)

Helen McEntee: I will not take that long. I promise.

Seanad: Criminal Justice (Incitement to Violence or Hatred and Hate Offences) Bill 2022: Second Stage (Resumed) (21 Jun 2023)

Helen McEntee: I appreciate that there have been a lot of contributions, not just today but last week as well. I also appreciate the views that have been shared and recognise that these are complex, varied and different. I will set out some clear facts and try to respond to many of the comments and statements made and questions posed over the past week. What we are proposing here is not radical. It is...

Seanad: Criminal Justice (Incitement to Violence or Hatred and Hate Offences) Bill 2022: Second Stage (Resumed) (21 Jun 2023)

Helen McEntee: Reference was made this afternoon to J.K. Rowling. I have read her commentary and have seen a lot of what she said. Again, she would not be prosecuted under this legislation. Identities described in this House as nonsense - a person's ability to identify in whatever way they so wish - is not hate speech. I might not like what is said in that way, and many others might not like it, but it...

Seanad: Criminal Justice (Incitement to Violence or Hatred and Hate Offences) Bill 2022: Second Stage (Resumed) (21 Jun 2023)

Helen McEntee: I thank them and acknowledge the work they have done in contributing and taking part in the overall consultation of this. As I mentioned at the outset of this debate, it is common legislative practice to have different meanings and terms in different Acts specific to the purpose of the legislation in question. This is referring to gender for the purposes of this Bill. It is provided that,...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: An Garda Síochána (21 Jun 2023)

Helen McEntee: I have contacted An Garda Síochána for the information requested by the Deputy. Regretfully, this information was not available in time. I will write to the Deputy once the information is to hand.

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Visa Applications (21 Jun 2023)

Helen McEntee: Ireland’s Atypical Working Scheme (AWS) is designed to accommodate the arrival of non-EEA nationals to fill short term labour gaps for the benefit of our economy. In recognition of the importance of frontline medical personnel, the AWS Unit prioritises these applications. There has been an unprecedented demand for AWS permissions this year, with a significant increase in the number...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Coroners Service (21 Jun 2023)

Helen McEntee: As the Deputy will be aware, the coroner is an independent quasi-judicial office holder whose core function is to investigate sudden and unexplained deaths so that a death certificate can be issued. This is an important public service to the living and in particular to the next-of-kin and friends of the deceased. Coroners not only provide closure for those bereaved, but also perform a wider...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: State Pathology Service (21 Jun 2023)

Helen McEntee: The Office of the State Pathologist (OSP) provides the State with a national forensic pathology service and a forensic pathologist is on duty, twenty-four hours a day, each day of the year. In response to the Deputy, the budget allocation for the OSP from 2021 to 2023 is set out below. Budget allocation for OSP 2021 -2023 - 2021 2022 2023 ...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Bench Warrants (21 Jun 2023)

Helen McEntee: I understand that the Deputy is seeking the number of warrants issued by the Courts under Schedule 6, Order 25, Paragraph 2 of Statutory Instrument 41 of 1998 - District Court (Criminal Justice) Rules 1998. As the Deputy is aware, court proceedings are under the remit of the Courts Service. Management of the courts are the responsibility of the judiciary and Courts Service, which are...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Prison Service (21 Jun 2023)

Helen McEntee: The role of the Psychology Service in the Irish Prison Service is to deliver, develop and manage an integrated mental health and criminogenic needs assessment and treatment service for people in custody, in line with service plans and objectives and within established professional standards, guidelines and policy. I am informed that the Irish Prison Service currently employ various...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: An Garda Síochána (21 Jun 2023)

Helen McEntee: I have contacted An Garda Síochána for the information requested by the Deputy. Regretfully, this information was not available in time. I will write to the Deputy once the information is to hand.

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Citizenship Applications (21 Jun 2023)

Helen McEntee: I wish to inform the Deputy that a decision issued to the person concerned by registered post on 23 May 2023. 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 in line with the eligibility criteria as set out under the Irish...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Citizenship Ceremonies (21 Jun 2023)

Helen McEntee: I can confirm to the Deputy that an invitation to attend the recent Citizenship Ceremonies did issue to the person cited. Unfortunately, it appears the recorded contact details were incorrect but my officials have now amended same. Officials in Citizenship Division of my Department have informed me that the person concerned will receive an invitation to the next ceremony later this year....

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Deportation Orders (21 Jun 2023)

Helen McEntee: I can advise the Deputy that deportation and removal processes are an essential part of any immigration system. It must be acknowledged that those who do not have a legal right to remain in this country must remove themselves from the State. A person subject to a Deportation Order has no legal basis to remain in the State. Their case to remain in the State has been considered in detail and...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Community Development Projects (20 Jun 2023)

Helen McEntee: As the Deputy will be aware, the Community Safety Innovation Fund, was established in April 2021 by myself and the Minister for Public Expenditure to allow proceeds of crime to be directed into community projects to support community safety. The fund was allocated €2 million under Budget 2022. The funding was increased to €3 million for 2023, with the call for applications...