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Written Answers — Citizenship Applications: Citizenship Applications (25 Apr 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 14 May 2004. I am advised by my officials that processing of the application of the person concerned is due to commence in the near future. As soon as full consideration has been given to this application, I will advise both the...

Written Answers — Garda Deployment: Garda Deployment (25 Apr 2006)

Michael McDowell: I am informed by the Garda authorities that a number of burglaries have occurred in the area referred to by the Deputy and are being investigated by the gardaí at Pearse Street Garda station. Local Garda management is satisfied with the current level of policing in the area, which includes patrolling by uniformed and detective gardaí supplemented by the divisional crime task force, the...

Written Answers — Garda Strength: Garda Strength (25 Apr 2006)

Michael McDowell: 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 the Garda Síochána as at 31 March 2006 was 12,439. This compares with a total strength of 10,702, all ranks, as at 30 June 1997 and represents an increase of 1,737 or 16.2% in the personnel strength of the force during...

Written Answers — Garda Strength: Garda Strength (25 Apr 2006)

Michael McDowell: 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 the Garda Síochána as at 31 March 2006 was 12,439. This compares with a total strength of 10,702, all ranks, as at 30 June 1997 and represents an increase of 1,737 or 16.2% in the personnel strength of the force during...

Written Answers — Garda Communications: Garda Communications (25 Apr 2006)

Michael McDowell: The procurement of a managed digital radio service is being undertaken by the Department of Finance on behalf of the Garda Síochána, other blue light services and some non-commercial public bodies. An EU-based restricted tender procedure is currently underway and the first stage of short-listing suppliers has been completed. It is planned that tender documents will be issued to these...

Written Answers — Anti-Racism Measures: Anti-Racism Measures (25 Apr 2006)

Michael McDowell: I can assure the Deputy that the Government takes very seriously its role in the development of a caring, tolerant and fair society through the implementation of appropriate policies. With regard to combating racism and managing diversity, this Government has already set out its policy in the national action plan against racism, NPAR. The NPAR is a comprehensive statement of the Government's...

Written Answers — Road Traffic Offences: Road Traffic Offences (25 Apr 2006)

Michael McDowell: I am informed by the Garda authorities that the gardaí in Clontarf are aware of the ongoing problem of illegal parking of heavy goods vehicles in the area referred to and, in conjunction with the divisional traffic corps, are in the process of identifying the owner or owners of these vehicles in order to interview them regarding this activity. Local Garda management will continue to monitor...

Written Answers — Visa Applications: Visa Applications (25 Apr 2006)

Michael McDowell: The person in question is the subject of an application for family reunification which was made by his wife in July 2005. The application was forwarded to the Refugee Applications Commissioner for investigation as required under section 18 of the Refugee Act 1996. When this investigation is completed, the commissioner will prepare and forward a report to my Department. Upon receipt of this...

Written Answers — Citizenship Applications: Citizenship Applications (25 Apr 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 in March 2004. I am advised by my officials that processing of the application of the person concerned is almost complete and is due to be submitted to me for a decision in the near future. I will inform the Deputy and the applicant...

Written Answers — Drug Seizures: Drug Seizures (25 Apr 2006)

Michael McDowell: Data provided by the Garda authorities concerning the number of drug samples submitted to the forensic science laboratory for testing from Clare Garda division for the period in question is summarised in the following tabular statement. Year Cases 2004 111 2005* 132 2006 — 1st quarter* 59 Data provided by the Garda authorities in respect of the number of convictions...

Written Answers — Registration of Title: Registration of Title (25 Apr 2006)

Michael McDowell: I wish to inform the Deputy that I have requested the Land Registry to contact him directly concerning the current position of the application in question.

Written Answers — Legislative Terminology: Legislative Terminology (25 Apr 2006)

Michael McDowell: The question of the most appropriate terminology for classifying persons as not being of Irish nationality is one which I intend to consider in the context of the forthcoming Immigration and Residence Bill. The Deputy will be cognisant of the predicament and sensitivities of categorising a cohort of people by virtue of what they are not, that is, citizens of Ireland. The Deputy will also be...

Written Answers — Irish Language: Irish Language (25 Apr 2006)

Michael McDowell: In aighneacht chuimsitheach chugamsa ar Chúltaca an Gharda Síochána, tá molta ag Coimisinéir an Gharda Síochána, inter alia, gur cheart go mbeadh riachtanais iontrála do chomhaltaí de Chúltaca molta an Gharda Síochána ar aon dul leis na riachtanais do chomhaltaí lánaimseartha den Gharda Síochána. Ciallaíonn sé sin go mbeidh ar chomhaltaí cúltaca, cosúil le comhaltaí...

Written Answers — Registration of Title: Registration of Title (25 Apr 2006)

Michael McDowell: I wish to inform the Deputy that I have requested the Land Registry to contact him directly concerning the current position of the application in question.

Written Answers — Irish Language: Irish Language (25 Apr 2006)

Michael McDowell: The Legal Practitioners (Qualification) Act 1929 and the Solicitors Act 1954 provide that persons admitted to practise as solicitors or barristers must possess a competent knowledge of the Irish language. There is no provision to waive this requirement for Irish citizens granted an exemption from studying Irish for either the junior or leaving certificate examinations. While I have no...

Written Answers — Official Engagements: Official Engagements (25 Apr 2006)

Michael McDowell: I can confirm to the Deputy that I travelled to London to participate in the St. Patrick's Day celebrations from 11 to 13 March 2006. I can assure the Deputy that I took full advantage of my trip to promote Ireland as an attractive tourism destination and to further strengthen the links with our emigrant community and promote business. My itinerary included attending the Mayor's St. Patrick's...

Written Answers — Inquiries into Garda Activities: Inquiries into Garda Activities (25 Apr 2006)

Michael McDowell: I propose to take Questions Nos. 642, 649 and 665 together. I refer the Deputies to my response to Question No. 409 of 6 July 2004. The position remains unchanged.

Written Answers — Asylum Applications: Asylum Applications (25 Apr 2006)

Michael McDowell: I refer the Deputy to my reply to Question No. 323 of Thursday 6 April 2006. The position is unchanged.

Written Answers — Deportation Orders: Deportation Orders (25 Apr 2006)

Michael McDowell: I refer the Deputy to my reply to Question No. 696 on Tuesday 21 March 2006. The position as outlined in that reply remains unchanged.

Written Answers — Road Traffic Offences: Road Traffic Offences (25 Apr 2006)

Michael McDowell: I regret that it has not been possible in the time available to obtain the information requested by the Deputy. I will be in touch with the Deputy in respect of this matter when it becomes available.