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Allegations in relation to An Garda Síochána: Statements (26 Feb 2014)

Alan Shatter: The investigation did result in disciplinary action against a number of gardaí. It is very important to note that under the legal procedures in place, the confidential recipient and, crucially, the Garda Síochána Ombudsman were informed of these matters. The thinking behind the provisions of the 2005 Act was this: the Garda Síochána Ombudsman was to be advised by...

Allegations in relation to An Garda Síochána: Statements (26 Feb 2014)

Alan Shatter: I wish to commence by stating that initially, Deputy Martin was entirely right to hand over to the Taoiseach last week material he had received from a member of An Garda Síochána, Sergeant Maurice McCabe. The Taoiseach acknowledged that they were serious matters and undertook to review them. Had Deputy Martin's primary motivation been to have these allegations examined, the proper...

Allegations in relation to An Garda Síochána: Statements (26 Feb 2014)

Alan Shatter: What is crucial is that the evidence for allegations made is carefully and properly examined. Allegations ultimately may be proved to be true, partially true or false. Where false, the original allegation need not be malicious in any way but may derive from a mistaken perception or understanding of events. Life is complicated and not everything is simply black and white. As Minister, I am...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Garda Recruitment (26 Feb 2014)

Alan Shatter: The Deputy will be aware that recruitment to An Garda Síochána is governed by the Garda Síochána (Admissions and Appointments) Regulations 2013. These regulations provide for the giving, as part of the competitive selection process organised by the Public Appointments Service for full-time membership of An Garda Síochána, of "due recognition to any satisfactory...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Refugee Status Application Numbers (26 Feb 2014)

Alan Shatter: The number of cases considered for revocation and the number of cases revoked in each of the years in questions is set out in the table beneath. YEAR NUMBER REVOKED 2005 4 2006 3 2007 3 2008 6 2009 14 2010 21 2011 26 2012 30 2013 9 2014To date 7 The majority of revocation cases relate to the applicant providing false and misleading information. In other cases where a refugee...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Ministerial Correspondence (26 Feb 2014)

Alan Shatter: With regard to a financial contribution being made by the four religious congregations concerned, I discussed this matter with representatives of the four religious congregations in June 2013. Having reflected on the matter, all four declined to make a contribution. Following a discussion of the issue at Government in July 2013, I wrote to the congregations expressing disappointment that...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Garda Strength (26 Feb 2014)

Alan Shatter: As the Deputy will appreciate, the Garda Commissioner is responsible for the distribution of all personnel among the Garda Regions, Divisions, and Districts. Garda management keep this distribution under continuing review in the context of crime trends and policing priorities so as to ensure that the best possible use is made of these resources. Senior Garda Management is satisfied that a...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Garda Investigations (26 Feb 2014)

Alan Shatter: I have advised the Deputy on a number of previous occasions that I have been informed by the Garda authorities that the case in question which dates from 1989, was the subject of a thorough investigation. The Deputy will be aware that complaints were also made to the Garda Síochána Complaint Board, an independent statutory body, who further investigated the matter and found no...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Garda Policing Plans (26 Feb 2014)

Alan Shatter: As identified in the National Drugs Strategy 2009-2016, drug law enforcement remains a key priority area for An Garda Síochána and the Government as part of the overall comprehensive approach in tackling the problem of drug misuse. Drugs and organised crime also continue to be prioritised by An Garda Síochána as a core focus for 2014, through An Garda...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Garda Investigations (26 Feb 2014)

Alan Shatter: I propose to take Questions Nos. 166 to 176, inclusive, together. There is an ongoing murder investigation by the Garda Síochána into the killing of the person to whom the Deputy refers in his question and, in such circumstances, the Deputy will appreciate that it would not be appropriate for me to comment in any further detail. I would say, however, and I feel sure the Deputy...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Garda Strength (26 Feb 2014)

Alan Shatter: I have been informed by the Garda Commissioner that the personnel strength of An Garda Síochána on 31 January 2014, the latest date for which figures are readily available, was 13,093 (all ranks), 1,158 Garda Reserves and 2,067 civilians.

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Crime Prevention (26 Feb 2014)

Alan Shatter: I am informed by the Garda authorities that the area referred to is within the Raheny and Clontarf Sub-Districts and that local Garda management closely monitors the incidence of criminality in the area and put in place appropriate responses. In particular, An Garda Síochána has implemented a number of proactive initiatives to prevent thefts from vehicles in the area. New signage...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Money Laundering (26 Feb 2014)

Alan Shatter: The figures provided below indicate the number of money laundering incidents recorded, detected with proceedings commenced and convictions for years 2010 to 2013. It is not possible to provide the Deputy with the total sums involved for each year as this information would require a disproportionate expenditure of Garda time and resources to compile. Year Recorded Detected Proceedings...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Road Traffic Offences (26 Feb 2014)

Alan Shatter: I propose to take Questions Nos. 180, 183 and 184 together. I am informed by the Garda authorities that 'Operation Learner Driver ' is a specific Garda operation which is conducted regularly with a particular focus on ensuring compliance with all the conditions of holding such a permit, as well as improved road safety generally. I am informed that the Garda authorities will conduct one...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Road Traffic Accidents Data (26 Feb 2014)

Alan Shatter: I have requested a report from the Garda authorities in relation to the matter referred to by the Deputy. I will contact the Deputy directly as soon as the report is to hand.

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Road Traffic Accidents Data (26 Feb 2014)

Alan Shatter: I have requested a report from the Garda authorities in relation to the matter referred to by the Deputy. I will contact the Deputy directly as soon as the report is to hand.

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Charities Regulation (26 Feb 2014)

Alan Shatter: The remit of the Charities Regulatory Authority that is to be established under the Charities Act of 2009 is set out in detail in the Act. This remit encompasses a number of functions of relevance to the Deputy's question. The functions of the Authority as set out in the Act shall be to: (a) increase public trust and confidence in the management and administration of charitable trusts and...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Criminal Prosecutions Issues (26 Feb 2014)

Alan Shatter: Section 258 of the Children Act 2001, as amended, provides a 'non-disclosure' regime for child offenders after a 3-year conviction-free period. This non-disclosure regime does not apply to serious offences which are required to be tried by the Central Criminal Court.

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Garda Deployment (26 Feb 2014)

Alan Shatter: The Deputy will be aware that the allocation of all resources in An Garda Síochána, including vehicles and personnel, is a matter for the Garda Commissioner and his senior management team in the light of identified operational demands. Garda management closely monitors the operational strategies in place on a District, Divisional and Regional level to ensure that the optimum use is...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Garda Training (26 Feb 2014)

Alan Shatter: I have been informed by the Garda Commissioner that the Garda Roads Policing Manual was issued in July 2013 and sets out guidance on Roads Policing. The manual includes policy and procedures in relation to Organisation & Responsibilities, Driver Training and Health & Safety. The Garda Roads Policing Manual will be reviewed on an annual basis, ensuring up-to-date policy and...