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Order of Business (20 Nov 2008)

Dermot Ahern: Deputy Kenny should ask Deputy Richard Bruton. He will explain it to the Deputy.

Written Answers — Garda Operations: Garda Operations (19 Nov 2008)

Dermot Ahern: I have sought a report on the matter raised by the Deputy from the Garda authorities. When I receive the report, I will write to the Deputy.

Written Answers — Citizenship Applications: Citizenship Applications (19 Nov 2008)

Dermot Ahern: 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 in April 2007. Officials in that Section inform me that the application is at an advanced stage of processing and the file will be forwarded to me for a decision in the near future.

Written Answers — Registration of Title: Registration of Title (19 Nov 2008)

Dermot Ahern: Under the Registration of Deeds and Title Act 2006, the Property Registration Authority (PRA) was established as and from 4 November, 2006. The PRA replaces the Registrar of Deeds and Titles as the registering authority in relation to property registration in Ireland and, subject to the above Act, is independent in the performance of its functions. The Deputy will be aware of the service to...

Written Answers — Citizenship Applications: Citizenship Applications (19 Nov 2008)

Dermot Ahern: An application for a certificate of naturalisation from the person referred to in the Deputy's Question was received in the Citizenship Section of this Department in August 2008. Officials in that Section inform me that a letter requesting further documentation was issued to the person in question on 4 November, 2008. To date, no reply has been received. Further processing of the...

Written Answers — Asylum Support Services: Asylum Support Services (19 Nov 2008)

Dermot Ahern: I can inform the Deputy that I have recently written to him providing the requested information which was also sought in an earlier Dáil Question from the Deputy.

Written Answers — Asylum Support Services: Asylum Support Services (19 Nov 2008)

Dermot Ahern: No accommodation has been purchased by my Department, or by the Office of Public Works on behalf of my Department, for the accommodation of asylum seekers in any of the last five years.

Written Answers — Crime Prevention: Crime Prevention (19 Nov 2008)

Dermot Ahern: I have requested the figures from the Garda authorities and will forward them to the Deputy as soon as they are available.

Written Answers — Garda Deployment: Garda Deployment (19 Nov 2008)

Dermot Ahern: The area referred to by the Deputy falls into the Dublin North Central Garda Division. I am informed by the Garda Commissioner that the personnel strength of the Dublin North Central Garda Division as at 30 September 2008, the latest date for which figures are readily available, was 712. For operational and security reasons it is not Garda policy to disclose the number of Gardaí detailed for...

Written Answers — Property Services Regulation: Property Services Regulation (19 Nov 2008)

Dermot Ahern: The Government Legislation Programme published on 23 September 2008 provides for publication of the Property Services (Regulation) Bill during the current Dail session. This Bill will establish the Property Services Regulatory Authority on a statutory basis. Its primary task will be to operate a licensing system for auctioneers, estate agents and property management agents and to improve...

Written Answers — Illegal Substances: Illegal Substances (19 Nov 2008)

Dermot Ahern: The Misuse of Drugs Acts 1977/1984 are a matter which fall under the remit of my colleague, the Minister for Health and Children. I have been informed by the Garda authorities that the activities of outlets commonly known as 'Headshops' are monitored by An Garda Síochána to ensure compliance with law including, in particular, the above legislation. A number of these types of premises have...

Arbitration Bill 2008: Second Stage. (19 Nov 2008)

Dermot Ahern: We should thank Deputy Rabbitte.

Arbitration Bill 2008: Second Stage. (19 Nov 2008)

Dermot Ahern: Deputy Morgan was learning how to filibuster.

Arbitration Bill 2008: Order for Second Stage (19 Nov 2008)

Dermot Ahern: I move: "That Second Stage be taken now."

Arbitration Bill 2008: Second Stage. (19 Nov 2008)

Dermot Ahern: I move: "That the Bill be now read a Second Time." A major impetus for this new legislation was a strong sense that the time was right to ascertain what could be done to enhance Ireland's ability to deliver on its potential as a venue for arbitration excellence. There also was recognition that our primary governing statute in the domestic area is more than 50 years old and that some...

Written Answers — Garda Equipment: Garda Equipment (18 Nov 2008)

Dermot Ahern: I am informed by the Garda authorities that all fixed and mobile speed cameras operated by An Garda Síochána can be used in wet and inclement weather. In severe rainfall, heavy fog or snow, when visibility is poor, the operating range may be reduced. I am also informed that when the LTI 20-20 Ultralyte handheld speed detection device is being used offending motorists must be stopped by the...

Written Answers — Citizenship Applications: Citizenship Applications (18 Nov 2008)

Dermot Ahern: Officials in the Citizenship Section of my Department inform me that there is no record of applications for certificates of naturalisation from the persons referred to in the Deputy's Question. The Irish Nationality and Citizenship Act, 1956, as amended, provides that the Minister may, in his absolute discretion, grant an application for a certificate of naturalisation provided certain...

Written Answers — Courts Service: Courts Service (18 Nov 2008)

Dermot Ahern: I am informed that in response to the Comptroller and Auditor General's report the Courts Service has implemented a number of key initiatives which address issues raised in it. These initiatives include the nationwide deployment of the Criminal Case Tracking System (CCTS) to all District Court offices in 2004. This System, which records the history of criminal cases from date of first court...

Written Answers — Gangland Killings: Gangland Killings (18 Nov 2008)

Dermot Ahern: The Garda Commissioner has assured me that all resources which are required to bring the investigation into the murder of the person referred to by the Deputy to a successful conclusion are available to it. Considerable resources within Limerick Garda Division are targeted at intercepting and disrupting the criminal activities of the various crime groupings, with intelligence gathering an...

Written Answers — Visa Applications: Visa Applications (18 Nov 2008)

Dermot Ahern: My Department has no record of receipt of correspondence in respect of the person in question. The reference number provided refers only to the person's wife. However, if the Deputy can supply details of the application, or the basis upon which it was made, I will arrange for the relevant officials in my Department to look into the matter.