Results 1,561-1,580 of 11,583 for speaker:Jim O'Callaghan

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: International Protection (1 Jul 2025)

Jim O'Callaghan: I propose to take Questions Nos. 580 and 581 together. It has not been possible to collate the information requested by the Deputy in the time available. I will write to the Deputy directly once the information is to hand.

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Citizenship Applications (1 Jul 2025)

Jim O'Callaghan: All applications for a certificate of naturalisation are assessed individually in accordance with the provisions of the Irish Nationality and Citizenship Act 1956, as amended. There are no plans to revise the current provisions. Applicants are required to have 5 years reckonable residence in the State prior to making an application, except for spouses of Irish nationals where the...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Visa Applications (1 Jul 2025)

Jim O'Callaghan: I propose to take Questions Nos. 584 and 585 together. I can advise the Deputy that there are currently seven overseas Visa Offices in addition to the Visa Office in Dublin. They are located in Abuja, Beijing, London, Moscow, Ankara, Abu Dhabi and New Delhi. While the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade processes certain visa applications in Irish Embassies abroad under delegated...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Visa Applications (1 Jul 2025)

Jim O'Callaghan: I propose to take Questions Nos. 586 and 587 together. In keeping with the Government commitment to significantly enhance the delivery of public services digitally, phase one of my Department's Immigration Customer Service Portal went live in October 2024. The Customer Service Portal is a self-service portal that enables applicants to check their immigration application status, book...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Visa Applications (1 Jul 2025)

Jim O'Callaghan: I can advise the Deputy that there has been no change to my Department's policy regarding the processing of Irish Visa applications. When a person applies for an Irish visa, they are required to complete an application form and supply all the required documentation. Guidelines to assist individuals making visa applications are published on my Department's website, this includes a full list...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Immigration Support Services (1 Jul 2025)

Jim O'Callaghan: I propose to take Questions Nos. 589, 590 and 591 together. In keeping with the Government commitment to significantly enhance the delivery of public services digitally, phase one of my Department's Immigration Customer Service Portal went live in October 2024. The Customer Service Portal is a self-service portal that enables applicants to check their immigration application status, book...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Departmental Reviews (1 Jul 2025)

Jim O'Callaghan: As the Deputy will be aware, the review of the Policy Document for Non-EEA Family Reunification, which was last amended in 2016, is examining a wide range of matters relating to applications for family reunification. These matters include the nature and suitability of current income thresholds and waiting periods. My Department has consulted with a wide variety of stakeholders and the...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Electronic Tagging (1 Jul 2025)

Jim O'Callaghan: I propose to take Questions Nos. 593 and 594 together. The Programme for Government commits to implementing electronic tagging for appropriate categories of offender, such as individuals who:have been charged with a serious offence or are appealing a District Court sentence and admitted with certain bail conditions, such as curfew or exclusion zones (Bail Act 1997, as amended).who are on...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: An Garda Síochána (1 Jul 2025)

Jim O'Callaghan: I have requested the information sought by the Deputy from the Garda authorities. Regrettably, this was not available in time and I will write to the Deputy once the information is to hand.

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Court Accommodation (1 Jul 2025)

Jim O'Callaghan: I propose to take Questions Nos. 596, 597, 598, 599 and 600 together. As the Deputy will be aware, management of the courts and operational matters, including matters pertaining to court buildings, are the responsibility of the Courts Service, which is independent in the exercising of its functions under the Courts Service Act 1998. However, to be of assistance to the Deputy, my...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: An Garda Síochána (1 Jul 2025)

Jim O'Callaghan: The table below provides a breakdown of the number of Gardaí attached to the Roads Policing Unit by division at 31 May 2025, the latest date which figures are available. ROADS POLICING 2009 - 31 May 2025 DIVISION Gardaí D.M.R. EAST 9 D.M.R. NORTH 15 D.M.R. NORTH CENTRAL 16 ...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Middle East (1 Jul 2025)

Jim O'Callaghan: I am acutely aware of the grave humanitarian crisis in Gaza and my Department has worked closely with colleagues in the Department of Foreign Affairs to ensure a coordinated national response to this volatile and evolving situation. This includes work to evacuate Irish citizens and their families who may require visa assistance. The Irish Refugee Protection Programme is a distinct...

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate: Crime Prevention (26 Jun 2025)

Jim O'Callaghan: I thank Deputy Gannon for raising this issue. When there is a Topical Issue that is relevant to my Department, I will hope to be here. If I am available and not off elsewhere out of Dublin, I will be here for them. I thank Deputy Gannon for raising these issues, which are also of concern to me, not only as Minister for justice but as a TD for Dublin Bay South, which is just over the Liffey...

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate: Crime Prevention (26 Jun 2025)

Jim O'Callaghan: I have.

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate: Crime Prevention (26 Jun 2025)

Jim O'Callaghan: I was there last Thursday.

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate: Crime Prevention (26 Jun 2025)

Jim O'Callaghan: The gardaí in the inner city are not just there for the commercial sector. In my constituency , and I am sure Deputy Gannon's is the same, there are many residential areas in the inner city. In my constituency there is Glovers Court, which is right beside Aungier Street, as well as York Street and Mercer House. People want to see gardaí in the area. One of the good things about...

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate: Crime Prevention (26 Jun 2025)

Jim O'Callaghan: We need to ensure there are as many gardaí as possible so they are around the country and on the streets.

Criminal Justice (Terrorist Offences) (Amendment) Bill 2025: Second Stage (26 Jun 2025)

Jim O'Callaghan: I do not think the Deputy will. It passed yesterday without a vote.

Criminal Justice (Terrorist Offences) (Amendment) Bill 2025: Second Stage (26 Jun 2025)

Jim O'Callaghan: I thank all Members for their contributions, which I have listened to carefully. I many not be able to respond to each of the issues that was raised. I hope they are not offended if I do not specifically refer to the issues to which they referred. I am conscious that a couple of the issue raised, for instance by Deputies Kelly and Coppinger, do not relate to the Bill so I may not be able...

Criminal Justice (Terrorist Offences) (Amendment) Bill 2025: Second Stage (26 Jun 2025)

Jim O'Callaghan: Notwithstanding his ability as a singer, he is still going to be able to do it. People can sing songs about "The Boys of Barr na Sráide" and "The Men Behind the Wire". In loyalist parts of Belfast, they can sing whatever they want. They can do whatever activity they wish. The only time this legislation will be triggered is if it is being done with the intention to incite people to...