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Written Answers — Registration of Title: Registration of Title (27 Sep 2006)

Michael McDowell: I understand that the Registrar of Titles has forwarded the requested information directly to the Deputy. I would like to refer the Deputy to my letter of 26 May, 2006 to Members of the Oireachtas regarding a new service, which was introduced on that date, for Deputies and Senators wishing to make enquiries in relation to the current status of Land Registry/Registry of Deeds applications. As...

Written Answers — Citizenship Applications: Citizenship Applications (27 Sep 2006)

Michael McDowell: Applications from the persons referred to in the Deputy's question were received in the Citizenship Section of my Department on 29 September 2004. I understand that processing of the applications has commenced and that the case files will be submitted to me for a decision in the near future. I will advise the Deputy and the persons in question once I have reached a decision on the applications.

Written Answers — Departmental Staff: Departmental Staff (27 Sep 2006)

Michael McDowell: The allocation of resources within the Irish Naturalisation and Immigration Service (INIS) of my Department is kept under ongoing review by its Director General having regard to overall sanctioned staff numbers. INIS was established by the Government in 2005 in order to provide a single contact point or "one stop shop" for immigration services generally. A key priority of INIS is to...

Written Answers — Visa Applications: Visa Applications (27 Sep 2006)

Michael McDowell: The applications referred to by the Deputy were received in the Dublin Visa Office on 26th September, 2006 and are currently awaiting examination by a Visa Officer. A decision in respect of the applications will be made in the coming weeks.

Written Answers — Citizenship Applications: Citizenship Applications (27 Sep 2006)

Michael McDowell: An application for a certificate of naturalisation was received from the person referred to by the Deputy in May, 2006. I am advised by officials in the Citizenship section of my Department that the file has undergone initial processing and is due to be forwarded to me for a decision shortly. I will be in touch with both the Deputy and the applicant when I arrive at a decision in the matter.

Written Answers — Citizenship Applications: Citizenship Applications (27 Sep 2006)

Michael McDowell: I informed the Deputy in my reply on 8th June that based on current processing trends for minors that this application would be finalised in the next few months. The application of the person concerned will be dealt with shortly. I will be in touch with both the Deputy and the applicant when I have reached a decision in the matter.

Written Answers — Citizenship Applications: Citizenship Applications (27 Sep 2006)

Michael McDowell: An application for a certificate of naturalisation from the person referred to in the Deputy's question was received in the Citizenship Section of my Department on 4 April 2005. I understand that processing of the application has commenced and that the case file will be submitted to me for a decision in the near future. I will advise the Deputy and the person in question once I have reached...

Written Answers — Road Traffic Offences: Road Traffic Offences (27 Sep 2006)

Michael McDowell: I have been informed by the Garda authorities that the statistics requested by the Deputy are currently being researched. I will contact the Deputy again when the information is to hand.

Written Answers — Garda Investigations: Garda Investigations (27 Sep 2006)

Michael McDowell: I have now received a Garda report in relation to the matters raised in the correspondence in question. The report does not support the allegations being made in the correspondence referred to.

Written Answers — Citizenship Applications: Citizenship Applications (27 Sep 2006)

Michael McDowell: An application for a certificate of naturalisation from the person referred to by the Deputy was received in the Citizenship section of my Department on 1 November, 2005. Applications are currently taking approximately 24 months to process. It is likely, therefore, that the case will be submitted to me for decision around the end of 2007. I will of course advise both the Deputy and the...

Written Answers — Garda Deployment: Garda Deployment (27 Sep 2006)

Michael McDowell: The information requested by the Deputy is currently being sought and will be forwarded to the Deputy in due course.

Written Answers — Garda Stations: Garda Stations (27 Sep 2006)

Michael McDowell: I have been informed by Garda authorities that the Office of Public Works has identified the need to complete a major overhaul of the electrical system at Santry Garda Station. This project is currently being brought to tender document stage by the Mechanical and Electrical Section of the Office of Public Works. In the interim, the Office of Public Works has been requested to address the...

Written Answers — Road Safety: Road Safety (27 Sep 2006)

Michael McDowell: Following the receipt of recommendations from a working group, consisting of representatives of my Department, the Department of Transport, the Garda Síochána and the National Roads Authority, the Government approved proposals by my colleague the Minister for Transport and me on what elements of the provision and operation of speed cameras might be outsourced by the Garda Síochána, how...

Written Answers — Private Security Industry: Private Security Industry (27 Sep 2006)

Michael McDowell: The Private Security Authority, established under the Private Security Services Act 2004 is the regulatory body with responsibility for regulating and licensing the private security industry in the State. The Authority is independent in the exercise of its statutory functions. I am informed by the PSA that the Authority has put a licence fee structure in place which reflects the variety...

Written Answers — Garda Stations: Garda Stations (27 Sep 2006)

Michael McDowell: Section 22 of the Garda Síochána Act, 2005 sets out the Garda Commissioner's obligation to produce an Annual Policing Plan. Such a Plan must include any proposal to cease stationing members in an existing station. I will carefully consider any proposal from the Commissioner in the matters referred to by the Deputy.

Written Answers — Garda Deployment: Garda Deployment (27 Sep 2006)

Michael McDowell: As the Deputy is aware over the years numerous organisations have requested and have been given the assistance of Gardaí on a non-public duty basis. Traditionally, Gardaí have been made available for the performance of such duties and the State has charged for their services. This work is done by members of the Force who would otherwise be off duty. At present, organisers of events pay...

Written Answers — Public Order Offences: Public Order Offences (27 Sep 2006)

Michael McDowell: Policing arrangements for public events and in locations generally, along with the allocation of Garda resources, are solely a matter for the Garda Commissioner. However, where such events take place the Garda authorities work closely with the residents in order to avoid as far as possible disruption to local communities. I am informed by the Garda authorities that every effort is made by...

Written Answers — Garda Operations: Garda Operations (27 Sep 2006)

Michael McDowell: I am informed by the Garda authorities that local Garda management indicate that no more than six vehicles were directly attributable to the proprietor referred to. I am also informed that in all cases the vehicles were removed from the streets in the area concerned and adjacent to the proprietor's premises. The vehicles were subsequently re-located to the proprietor's garage. I am...

Written Answers — Garda Deployment: Garda Deployment (27 Sep 2006)

Michael McDowell: I propose to take Questions Nos. 417 to 419, inclusive, together. I have been informed by the Garda authorities, who are responsible for the detailed allocation of resources, including personnel, that the personnel strength (all ranks) of An Garda Síochána increased to a record 12,762 on Friday 8 September following the attestation of 249 new members. This compares with a total strength of...

Written Answers — Proposed Legislation: Proposed Legislation (27 Sep 2006)

Michael McDowell: On 14th August 2006, I announced that the Government had agreed to my proposals for the establishment of a Committee (the Casino Regulation Committee) to report on the possibilities for a legislative basis for the strict regulation of casino-style operations in the State. The Casino Regulation Committee is due to report to the Government by the end of October, 2006 on: the possibilities for...