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Extension of the Civil Law (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2021: Motion (7 Nov 2023)

James Browne: I move: That Dáil Éireann resolves that the period of operation of sections 1 to 7 and 9 of the Civil Law (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2021 (No. 14 of 2021) be extended for a further period of six months, beginning on the 1st day of December, 2023 and ending on the 31st day of May, 2024. I am introducing a resolution on behalf of the Minister for Justice, Deputy McEntee, to...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Legislative Measures (7 Nov 2023)

James Browne: The Programme for Government includes a clear commitment to reform gambling legislation, with a focus on public safety and well-being from both an online and in-person perspective. The Gambling Regulation Bill 2022 sets out the framework and legislative basis for the establishment of a new, independent statutory body – Údarás Rialála Cearrbhachais na hÉireann,...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Gambling Sector (26 Oct 2023)

James Browne: At present the Gaming and Lotteries Act 1956, as amended, provides for the promotion of lotteries, including bingo, under either a lottery licence or permit depending on the nature of the activity being provided. Activities such as card drives are currently licensed under gaming licences, also issued under the 1956 Act. The Programme for Government includes a clear commitment to reform...

European Parliament Directive on Victims of Crime: Motion (Resumed) (25 Oct 2023)

James Browne: I thank Deputies for their important contributions on what we will all agree is an important opportunity to opt-into the proposal to strengthen victims' rights and access, discussed in today's motion. I will respond to some of the issues raised. We always have a tight timeline in these types of opt-in scenarios. Unfortunately, under Article 3, we only have three months from the date of...

European Parliament Directive on Victims of Crime: Motion (25 Oct 2023)

James Browne: I move: That Dáil Éireann approves the exercise by the State of the option or discretion under Protocol No. 21 on the position of the United Kingdom and Ireland in respect of the area of freedom, security and justice annexed to the Treaty on European Union and to the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union, to take part in the adoption and application of the following...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Departmental Programmes (24 Oct 2023)

James Browne: ...by crime, and to implementing policies designed to prevent our young people from falling into crime. When they do fall into crime, my Department is further committed to providing them with a pathway to a better future, free from crime. Justice Plan 2023 commits to diverting children away from gangs seeking to recruit them into a life of crime. This includes the continued roll out of...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Gambling Sector (19 Oct 2023)

James Browne: I note and welcome the Economic and Social Research Institute’s report on problem gambling, published on 5 October 2023. Reform of gambling legislation, licensing and regulation is a priority for the Government and my Department. The Programme for Government includes a clear commitment to reform gambling legislation, with a focus on public safety and well-being from both an online and...

Financial Resolutions 2023 - Financial Resolution No. 4: General (Resumed) (11 Oct 2023)

James Browne: ...House about the record justice budget for 2024, which prioritises building stronger and safer communities. The future of our communities lies with our young people, and I warmly welcome the allocation of €33 million for youth justice, which is an increase of 10% or €3 million. This will have a significant impact on individual young people, their families and their...

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Citizenship Applications (11 Oct 2023)

James Browne: Obviously, there are a lot of moving parts in any process when dealing with a backlog, such as how many applications will be made in a particular year and, of course, as the Deputy mentioned, staffing as well, but it is being given priority. We are moving to a digitisation of e-vetting, replacing a largely paper-based process with a simple email link. This is speeding up the process...

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Court Accommodation (11 Oct 2023)

James Browne: I again thank the Deputy for her very important question. In addition to its approach to physical facilities the Courts Service is also continuing to invest in initiatives to improve the experience of all court users. I will mention two projects in particular, the first is the "just a minute", JAM, card. The Courts Service provided JAM card training to all of its staff in 2021. As the...

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Family Law Cases (11 Oct 2023)

James Browne: I can assure the Deputy that the review is a priority for the Department. The voice of the child in court proceedings is essential to everything this Department does in terms of reviews. In relation to parental alienation, as the Deputy will be aware, my Department published a research report and policy paper on parental alienation on our website last May. Officials from the Department...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Gambling Sector (11 Oct 2023)

James Browne: I note and welcome the Economic and Social Research Institute’s report on problem gambling, published on 5 October 2023. The ESRI’s latest Report and the ESRI’s Literature Review on problem gambling, published in June 2023, underscore the need to recognise and meaningfully confront problem gambling and the harms it causes. The ESRI’s research reinforces the...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Crime Prevention (11 Oct 2023)

James Browne: As the Deputy will be aware, Part 4 of the Children Act 2001 (as amended) provides the statutory basis for the Garda Youth Diversion Programme (GYDP). The intention of the programme is to divert children and young people who have engaged in criminal or anti-social behaviour away from the criminal justice system and towards more positive life choices. Children who commit criminal offences are...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Gambling Sector (5 Oct 2023)

James Browne: I propose to take Questions Nos. 283 and 284 together. The Programme for Government includes a clear commitment to reform gambling legislation, with a focus on public safety and well-being from both an online and in-person perspective. The Gambling Regulation Bill 2022 sets out the framework and legislative basis for the establishment of a new, independent statutory body –...

Criminal Law (Sexual Offences and Human Trafficking) Bill 2023: Second Stage (4 Oct 2023)

James Browne: The Bill sets out a package of measures that will introduce important reforms across a number of areas. I would like to stress that the common ground underpinning all of these measures is our commitment to strengthening the protections of vulnerable victims. Victims of sexual crimes and human trafficking undergo harrowing personal journeys. These can often be long, difficult and traumatic....

Criminal Law (Sexual Offences and Human Trafficking) Bill 2023: Second Stage (4 Oct 2023)

James Browne: I move: "That the Bill be now read a Second Time." I am pleased to bring the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences and Human Trafficking) Bill 2023 before the House. The Government approved the drafting of the Bill in July of last year. Following publication of the report on the pre-legislative scrutiny of the general scheme by the Oireachtas joint committee in March, the Bill was published...

Domestic, Sexual and Gender-Based Violence Agency Bill 2023: Second Stage (28 Sep 2023)

James Browne: ...Bill. I am pleased to respond where I can on behalf of my colleague, the Minister for Justice, Deputy McEntee. It is very encouraging to see the levels of support and goodwill towards this legislation. I think everybody was in favour of it, albeit with certain concerns and questions raised. Much has been said about the need for this agency and the value it will bring. However, that in...

Domestic, Sexual and Gender-Based Violence Agency Bill 2023: Second Stage (28 Sep 2023)

James Browne: I move: "That the Bill be now read a Second Time." On behalf of my colleague, the Minister for Justice, I am pleased to introduce the Domestic, Sexual and Gender-Based Violence Agency Bill 2023 to the House. This is timely and much-needed legislation and the Minister and I hope it will attract the strong support of the House. The key purpose of the Bill is to establish a dedicated and...

Ceisteanna ar Pholasaí nó ar Reachtaíocht - Questions on Policy or Legislation (21 Sep 2023)

James Browne: I assure the Deputy that record funding is now being provided to An Garda Síochána. There is significant recruitment happening at the moment in Templemore, where more gardaí are going into training. On the rosters, the Garda roster that is currently in operation was introduced by the Garda Commissioner to deal with the specific policing requirements of the Covid-19 pandemic....

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Youth Services (13 Jul 2023)

James Browne: I propose to take Questions Nos. 541, 545 and 546 together. As the Deputy will be aware, Part 4 of the Children Act 2001 (as amended) provides the statutory basis for the Garda Youth Diversion Programme (GYDP). The intention of the programme is to divert children and young people who have engaged in criminal or anti-social behaviour away from the criminal justice system and towards more...