Results 10,141-10,160 of 10,319 for speaker:Jim O'Callaghan
- Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Priorities for An Garda Síochána: Garda Commissioner (12 Oct 2016)
Jim O'Callaghan: Would the Commissioner agree with me and Mr. Justice O'Higgins that consideration of complaints by members of An Garda Síochána may be of considerable benefit to the Garda if they are properly considered?
- Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Priorities for An Garda Síochána: Garda Commissioner (12 Oct 2016)
Jim O'Callaghan: I want to ask the Commissioner about the recommendations that were made by Mr. Justice O'Higgins. One recommendation was that "detailed and specific information, as to the precise scope of the duties of a sergeant in charge ... should be set out in a written job specification". Has that been done?
- Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Priorities for An Garda Síochána: Garda Commissioner (12 Oct 2016)
Jim O'Callaghan: Another recommendation by Mr. Justice O'Higgins is that "a review be undertaken on the terms and conditions applicable to the role of sergeant in charge". Has that been done?
- Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Priorities for An Garda Síochána: Garda Commissioner (12 Oct 2016)
Jim O'Callaghan: Mr. Justice O'Higgins mentioned that "Evidence has been given that a new performance management system is about to be introduced into An Garda Síochána." He said the system should be implemented immediately. Has that been done?
- Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Priorities for An Garda Síochána: Garda Commissioner (12 Oct 2016)
Jim O'Callaghan: Is it being addressed?
- Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Priorities for An Garda Síochána: Garda Commissioner (12 Oct 2016)
Jim O'Callaghan: Mr. Justice O'Higgins made another important recommendation that "continuing professional development in respect of the PULSE system be implemented" for gardaí. Is that ongoing?
- Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Priorities for An Garda Síochána: Garda Commissioner (12 Oct 2016)
Jim O'Callaghan: Finally, in respect of the area of management and supervision, one of the main themes to come out of the O'Higgins report was that young probationer gardaí had too much responsibility placed on their shoulders and were not adequately supervised. Has anything been done to address the matter?
- 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]