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Domestic Violence Bill 2017 [Seanad]: Second Stage (15 Dec 2017)

Charles Flanagan: I move: "That the Bill be now read a Second Time." The Domestic Violence Bill 2017 is most important legislation and I am pleased to be introducing it to the House. The Bill was initiated in the Seanad and completed its passage through that House on 30 November. I am pleased to say that it received general support among Senators and was the subject of lively debate and very positive...

McCartan Report on the Stardust: Statements (14 Dec 2017)

Charles Flanagan: The Stardust fire of 14 February 1981 was without doubt one of the greatest tragedies which has ever occurred in this State. Forty-eight young people went out that evening to enjoy a night out with friends and, as a result of this horrific tragedy, they never came home. Many more suffered horrific injuries. Their families have sought answers, and understandably so. Unfortunately, the...

Bail (Amendment) Bill 2017: First Stage (14 Dec 2017)

Charles Flanagan: No.

Questions on Promised Legislation (14 Dec 2017)

Charles Flanagan: I assure the Deputy that, in accordance with my practice, I will not give an answer that might be regarded as high-handed. The residence the Deputy refers to was closed in 2011. Consideration is now being given to re-opening it. I do not have details on the local issues involved but I will be happy to convey the Deputy's concerns that there should be an engagement with local public...

Questions on Promised Legislation (14 Dec 2017)

Charles Flanagan: On the broader issue raised by Deputy Eamon Ryan, the Government intends to have this matter resolved in accordance with the wishes of the Supreme Court by late spring next year. The Government has made a decision to facilitate the right to work of asylum seekers and applicants for refuge in the country. 1 o’clock I hope the business would facilitate an early debate in the new...

Questions on Promised Legislation (14 Dec 2017)

Charles Flanagan: That is the spirit.

Seanad: Landlord and Tenant (Ground Rents) (Amendment) Bill 2017: Committee and Remaining Stages (14 Dec 2017)

Charles Flanagan: As previously indicated to the House on Second Stage, I reaffirm the Government is not opposed in principle to this Private Members' Bill. However, as has been said previously, the provisions of the Bill require most detailed scrutiny to ensure consistency with the property rights and safeguards in the Constitution, with particular reference to Article 40.3 and Article 43. I am sure...

Seanad: Landlord and Tenant (Ground Rents) (Amendment) Bill 2017: Committee and Remaining Stages (14 Dec 2017)

Charles Flanagan: I acknowledge the contribution of Senators to this important legislation. I had not noticed my former colleague and friend, Dr. Rory O'Hanlon, in the Public Gallery until reference was made by a previous speaker but I will avail of this opportunity to welcome back Dr. O'Hanlon to Leinster House. I acknowledge his great contribution over many years. In particular, I recall his positive and...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Commercial Rates (14 Dec 2017)

Charles Flanagan: I should point out that the Commissioner of Valuation is independent in the exercise of his duties under the Valuation Act 2001, as amended, and the making of valuations for rating purposes is his sole responsibility. I, as Minister for Justice and Equality, have no function in decisions in this regard. The Valuation Act, 2001 as amended by the Valuation (Amendment) Act 2015 provides...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Departmental Staff Data (14 Dec 2017)

Charles Flanagan: The table sets out the information requested by the Deputy. Offices of the Department and Statutory Bodies under the remit of the Minister based in Drogheda Number of Officers Grade/Rank Premises/Address 3 Probation Officer 2 Clerical Officer Probation Service, Department of Justice and Equality 1 Community Service Supervisor 23 Laurence Street, Drogheda, Co. Louth.DroghedaLouth 84...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Immigration Status (14 Dec 2017)

Charles Flanagan: If an application for asylum or subsidiary protection has been made in the State, for confidentiality reasons it is not the practice to comment on such applications and the applicant or their designated legal advisor should contact the International Protection Office directly either by email to info@ipo.gov.ie, by telephone to the IPO Customer Service Centre at 01 6028008 or in writing to...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Immigration Status (14 Dec 2017)

Charles Flanagan: I am advised by the Irish Naturalisation and Immigration Service (INIS) of my Department that, in response to a notification pursuant to the provisions of Section 3 of the Immigration Act 1999 (as amended), written representations have been submitted on behalf of the person concerned. These representations, together with all other information and documentation on file, will be fully...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Commencement of Legislation (14 Dec 2017)

Charles Flanagan: I wish to confirm to the Deputy that the information sought cannot be provided in the time allowed. As soon as the information has been collated I will write to the Deputy on the matter.

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Prison Service (14 Dec 2017)

Charles Flanagan: I wish to advise the Deputy that the Director General of the Irish Prison Service accepted in full the recommendations contained in the Report of the Commission of Investigation into the Death of Gary Douche. The Irish Prison Service developed a comprehensive Action Plan for the implementation of the Commission's recommendations which were relevant to the Irish Prison Service. A central...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Criminal Injuries Compensation Tribunal (14 Dec 2017)

Charles Flanagan: As the Deputy may be aware, the Criminal Injuries Compensation Tribunal administers the Scheme of Compensation for Personal Injuries Criminally Inflicted. Under the terms of the Scheme, the Tribunal is entirely independent in considering applications made under the Scheme. However, to be of assistance to the Deputy, I have had enquiries made of the Tribunal. The application referred to by...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Garda Disciplinary Proceedings (14 Dec 2017)

Charles Flanagan: As the Deputy will be aware, I have previously put on record my deep concern at the serious failures of the Garda organisation in relation to mandatory alcohol testing checkpoints (MATs) and fixed charge notices. In relation to the particular issue of whether disciplinary action should be taken against individual members of An Garda Síochána arising from the mandatory alcohol...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Immigration Status (14 Dec 2017)

Charles Flanagan: I refer to my previous response to the Deputy on 28 September, 2017 in relation to this issue.I am advised by the Irish Naturalisation and Immigration Service (INIS) of my Department that INIS has no record of correspondence since then in relation to the person's current circumstances. I am further informed that it remains open to the person concerned to contact INIS directly in the matter....

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Residency Permits (14 Dec 2017)

Charles Flanagan: I am advised by the Irish Naturalisation and Immigration Service (INIS) of my Department that the person concerned applied for residence permission and a right to work based on their parentage of an Irish citizen child on 23 May 2017. The Deputy will appreciate that applications are dealt with in chronological order. If further information or documentation is required, the person concerned...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Immigration Status (14 Dec 2017)

Charles Flanagan: I am advised by the Irish Naturalisation and Immigration Service (INIS) of my Department that, in response to a notification pursuant to the provisions of Section 3 of the Immigration Act 1999 (as amended), written representations have been submitted on behalf of the person concerned. These representations, together with all other information and documentation on file, will be fully...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Immigration Policy (14 Dec 2017)

Charles Flanagan: I am advised by the Irish Naturalisation and Immigration Service (INIS) of my Department that, in response to a notification pursuant to the provisions of Section 3 of the Immigration Act 1999 (as amended), the person concerned has not submitted written representations. The position in the State of the person concerned will now be decided by reference to the provisions of Section 3 (6)...