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Tribunal of Inquiry: Motion (1 Jun 2011)

Alan Shatter: I move: That Dáil Éireann resolves that the terms of reference contained in the Resolution passed by Dáil Éireann on 23 March 2005 and by Seanad Éireann on 24 March 2005, pursuant to the Tribunals of Inquiry (Evidence) Acts 1921 to 2004, be amended as follows: 1. in paragraph (I) — (a) by substituting 'not later than 30 June, 2011' for 'as soon as may be after the tenth day of any oral...

Tribunal of Inquiry: Motion (1 Jun 2011)

Alan Shatter: How much time do I have to reply?

Tribunal of Inquiry: Motion (1 Jun 2011)

Alan Shatter: I am not sure I can deal with all of this in five minutes but I will do my best. I will begin by responding to the amendment Deputy Calleary has tabled and to what was said by Members of the House. Clearly, those who spoke were not listening to what I said when I explained the reason for the moving of the motion. We cannot accept Deputy Calleary's amendment and I want to draw particular...

Written Answers — Visa Applications: Visa Applications (31 May 2011)

Alan Shatter: Based on the information supplied by the Deputy, I am informed by officials in my Department that they can find no record of a current visa application for the persons referred to. When completing an on-line visa application the applicant is assigned a unique visa transaction number. This detail must be provided where a query on the status of a visa application arises. The provision of...

Written Answers — Garda Investigations: Garda Investigations (31 May 2011)

Alan Shatter: As Minister for Justice and Equality, I have no role in relation to the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions or the conduct of prosecutions. It is also the case that the Director of Public Prosecutions is independent in the exercise of his functions.

Written Answers — Deportation Orders: Deportation Orders (31 May 2011)

Alan Shatter: The signing of deportation orders is the culmination of a lengthy process during which time the full details of each application is examined and due consideration given to all aspects of the case, including the legal requirements, by officials of the Irish Naturalisation and Immigration Service (INIS). This process also includes review of the relevant papers and submissions at more senior...

Written Answers — Scaoileadh Priosúnaigh: Scaoileadh Priosúnaigh (31 May 2011)

Alan Shatter: Tá an Dara Céim den Bhille um Cheartas Coiriúil (Seirbhís Pobail) (Leasú) 2011, atá ceaptha chun úsáid Orduithe Seirbhíse Pobail a leathnú, curtha i gcrích cheana féin. Cuirfear tús le Céim an Choiste den Bhille nuair a bheidh an coiste cuí curtha ar bun. Tugann an Bille seo éifeacht do ghealltanas an Rialtais córas gearrtha pianbhreitheanna a áirithíonn sochaí níos...

Written Answers — Garda Stations: Garda Stations (31 May 2011)

Alan Shatter: I have been informed by the Garda authorities that there is no set maximum area in square kilometres that a station, with one Garda assigned to it, is expected to patrol. Senior Garda management continually monitor available resources and policing initiatives to ensure the service being provided by Garda personnel is maintained at the highest level possible.

Written Answers — Missing Persons: Missing Persons (31 May 2011)

Alan Shatter: I am informed by the Garda authorities that 230 adults and 311 children were reported missing in the State from 2000 to 2010 who remain untraced. All incidents where people have been reported missing remain under investigation until such time as the person is located. The District Officer (Superintendent) in the area where a person has gone missing takes direct responsibility for all...

Written Answers — Garda Investigations: Garda Investigations (31 May 2011)

Alan Shatter: I am informed by the Garda authorities that a statement of complaint made on behalf of the person referred to by the Deputy has been received and the matter is under investigation. An investigation file is currently being prepared and will be submitted to the Director of Public Prosecutions for directions. The Deputy will appreciate that, as the matter is under investigation, it would not...

Written Answers — Garda Reserve: Garda Reserve (31 May 2011)

Alan Shatter: The range of powers and duties of Reserve gardaí is a matter for the Garda Commissioner to determine under section 15 (5) of the Garda Síochána Act 2005. The role of the Garda Reserve has, as recommended by the Garda Inspectorate, been under review and I look forward to the outcome of that review. The Government remains strongly committed to the development of the Reserve.

Written Answers — Organised Crime: Organised Crime (31 May 2011)

Alan Shatter: I am informed by the Garda authorities that they are aware of the potential involvement of organised crime gangs in the collection and sale of used clothes and that intelligence-led operations are in place to target and disrupt any such activity. Section 6 of the Criminal Justice (Theft and Fraud) Offences Act 2001, which provides for the offence of making gain or causing loss by deception,...

Written Answers — Ministerial Staff: Ministerial Staff (31 May 2011)

Alan Shatter: The Public Service Management Act, 1997 provides for the appointment of two special advisers to assist Ministers in performing their roles and achieving the objectives of the Government. Ms Jane Lehane and Mr. Thomas Cooney have been appointed as my special advisers. They are both paid at the Principal Officer Standard Scale (€80,051 - €98,424) and their role is to advise me on...

Written Answers — Residency Permits: Residency Permits (31 May 2011)

Alan Shatter: Arising from the refusal of his asylum application, and in accordance with the provisions of Section 3 of the Immigration Act 1999 (as amended), the person concerned was notified, by letter dated 24 August 2009, that the then Minister proposed to make a Deportation Order in respect of him. He was given the options, to be exercised within 15 working days, of leaving the State voluntarily, of...

Written Answers — Prison Committals: Prison Committals (31 May 2011)

Alan Shatter: I propose to take Questions Nos. 248 to 250, inclusive, together. The information requested by the Deputy, which relates to the number of prisoners who fall into specific age categories, is set out in the table. Institution Age 60 to

Written Answers — Garda Deployment: Garda Deployment (31 May 2011)

Alan Shatter: The Garda Commissioner is the Accounting Officer for the Garda Vote. In that context, I have been informed by the Garda authorities that a large proportion of the financial claims arising in respect of the visits mentioned by the Deputy have yet to be processed and, accordingly, they are not currently in a position to provide projected figures for the overall costs involved.

Written Answers — Citizenship Applications: Citizenship Applications (31 May 2011)

Alan Shatter: A valid application for a certificate of naturalisation from the person referred to in the Deputy's Question was received in the Citizenship Division of my Department in June, 2008. Documentation received from the person concerned has been accepted and the application is at an advanced stage of processing. It will be submitted to me for a decision as expeditiously as possible. As I outlined...

Written Answers — Garda Investigations: Garda Investigations (31 May 2011)

Alan Shatter: I am informed by the Garda authorities that the area referred to is within the Coolock Garda Sub-District. Local Garda management is aware of difficulties being experienced by the residents referred to, and a number of incidents are currently under investigation. Two community gardaí have been specifically allocated to the area and regularly meet local residents to address any issues that...

Written Answers — Citizenship Applications: Citizenship Applications (31 May 2011)

Alan Shatter: As I outlined in response to Question No. 69 of 7 April last, I have initiated steps within my Department to provide for speedier processing of applications for citizenship to bring about a substantial reduction in the processing timescale. These new arrangements will be publicly announced once my Department is in a position to implement them. The granting of Irish citizenship through...

Written Answers — Housing Management Companies: Housing Management Companies (31 May 2011)

Alan Shatter: Section 17 of the Multi-Unit Developments Act 2009 imposes specific reporting obligations on owners' management companies. Subsection (1) requires such a company to prepare an annual report and to hold a meeting at least once a year to consider its contents, while subsection (2) specifies various matters to be included in that report. These include details of income and expenditure as well...