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Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Priorities for An Garda Síochána: Garda Commissioner (12 Oct 2016)

Jim O'Callaghan: I have a question on civilianisation. One regularly hears criticism that the gardaí should be on the streets and that functions which can be carried out by civilians should be carried out by civilians. What is the state of the Garda at present in terms of trying to increase civilianisation within the force?

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Consular Services Provision (11 Oct 2016)

Jim O'Callaghan: 298. To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade if his attention has been drawn to the conviction of a person (details supplied); and if steps have been taken by his Department to ensure that this person is not subjected to any inhumane, degrading or discriminatory treatment due to their Irish citizenship. [29863/16]

Criminal Law (Sexual Offences) Bill 2015: Second Stage (5 Oct 2016)

Jim O'Callaghan: I wish to share my time with Deputies Fiona O'Loughlin and Mary Butler.

Criminal Law (Sexual Offences) Bill 2015: Second Stage (5 Oct 2016)

Jim O'Callaghan: I welcome the reintroduction of this important legislation. It was sought and encouraged by many groups and people with direct knowledge of the circumstances surrounding sexual offences. I note with particular interest that the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality referred to her own experience as a social worker and a former campaigner for women's rights when she said from...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Estimates for Public Services 2016: Minister for Justice and Equality (5 Oct 2016)

Jim O'Callaghan: I have three questions. The Tánaiste stated one of her main requirements is accelerated Garda recruitment. How many gardaí will be recruited in 2017? Second, she said she wants to expand civilianisation in the Garda. How many Garda reserves will be recruited in 2017? Third, although the Tánaiste did not refer to this, departmental expenditure arises in respect of the...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Estimates for Public Services 2016: Minister for Justice and Equality (5 Oct 2016)

Jim O'Callaghan: Can I-----

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Estimates for Public Services 2016: Minister for Justice and Equality (5 Oct 2016)

Jim O'Callaghan: No problem. It is just that the Minister did not answer the question.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Estimates for Public Services 2016: Minister for Justice and Equality (5 Oct 2016)

Jim O'Callaghan: Yes.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Estimates for Public Services 2016: Minister for Justice and Equality (5 Oct 2016)

Jim O'Callaghan: No. It is not an answer.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Estimates for Public Services 2016: Minister for Justice and Equality (5 Oct 2016)

Jim O'Callaghan: It is not an answer. I asked if a decision of Government has been made that no further judges will be nominated until new legislation is in place.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Estimates for Public Services 2016: Minister for Justice and Equality (5 Oct 2016)

Jim O'Callaghan: No decision has been made by Government, as of yet.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Estimates for Public Services 2016: Minister for Justice and Equality (5 Oct 2016)

Jim O'Callaghan: That is what I wanted to know. I thank the Minister.

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Legislative Programme (4 Oct 2016)

Jim O'Callaghan: 120. To ask the Minister for Justice and Equality when the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences) Bill 2015, tackling child grooming, human trafficking and prostitution and supporting Ireland’s most vulnerable children and adults, will be progressed, noting that it has been listed as priority legislation and is urgently needed; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [28570/16]

Written Answers — Department of Social Protection: Credit Union Lending (4 Oct 2016)

Jim O'Callaghan: 280. To ask the Minister for Social Protection when it is proposed to extend the microloan scheme operated by the credit unions to the credit union in Rathmines. [28337/16]

Questions on Proposed Legislation (29 Sep 2016)

Jim O'Callaghan: I will refer to three proposed Bills for the purpose of finding out where they are. First, on the mortgages special court Bill, the Tánaiste will be aware that thousands of people are still struggling with their mortgage repayments. In 2012, the Fianna Fáil Party introduced a mortgage resolution office proposal, which was rejected by the then Government. When will the mortgages...

Leaders' Questions (29 Sep 2016)

Jim O'Callaghan: I fear that the Government does not yet realise the significance of and danger attached to yesterday's announcement. We, as legislators, and Ministers, as members of the Executive, cannot allow a situation where members of An Garda Síochána see themselves as having no option other than to go on strike. The legal system in the State is dependent on members of An Garda...

Leaders' Questions (29 Sep 2016)

Jim O'Callaghan: I am, indeed. I thank the Ceann Comhairle. We learned yesterday that the Garda Representative Association, GRA, had voted to take industrial action on four days in November. This is an unprecedented development which will have serious consequences not just for the Garda force but also for the public. Unlike other workers, gardaí do not have the right to strike. The reason for...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Garda Investigations (29 Sep 2016)

Jim O'Callaghan: 65. To ask the Minister for Justice and Equality if she has received from An Garda Síochána a report written by a senior Garda official which outlines significant developments relating to the treatment of a person (details supplied); her views on whether the contents of the report might affect public confidence in the force; and if she will publish the report. [28012/16]

Ceisteanna - Questions - Priority Questions: Garda Investigations (28 Sep 2016)

Jim O'Callaghan: An inquiry into the Shane O'Farrell matter should not be an inquiry that would last two and a half years. From having spoken to the family, I know there are many broad issues they refer to, which is understandable. However, when we get to the core of the allegation that is being made, it rests primarily on two points. First, on the day that young Shane was killed, the car was stopped by a...

Ceisteanna - Questions - Priority Questions: Sentencing Policy (28 Sep 2016)

Jim O'Callaghan: 12. To ask the Minister for Justice and Equality her plans for updating and strengthening the sentences that can be imposed on persons convicted of possession of firearms with intent to injure and-or kill; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [27625/16]