Results 1-20 of 118 for garda speaker:Michael Lowry

Road Safety: Statements (17 Apr 2024)

Michael Lowry: ...cyclists and pedestrians. Sadly, this year is already revealing grim statistics, with a high proportion of fatalities in the under-30 age group. In response, fingers point immediately at the Garda. In times of grief, it is human nature to target somebody. The Garda responded last week by revealing plans to allocate to every garda on duty at least 30 minutes of road policing activity...

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: An Garda Síochána (20 Feb 2024)

Michael Lowry: 235. To ask the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform the progress made on the development of a new Garda station in Kickham Barracks, Clonmel, County Tipperary; if the development of Clonmel Garda station is considered a priority for Government, given that a new Garda station in Clonmel is urgently needed for the members of An Garda Síochána stationed in Clonmel and for the...

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: An Garda Síochána (14 Dec 2023)

Michael Lowry: 229. To ask the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform his views on the measures being considered to address the pension concerns of post-1995 Garda members, specifically regarding the requirement to register as job seekers for nine months for pension eligibility, and the restrictions on post-retirement part-time work affecting their supplementary pension; if he will clarify what reforms,...

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: An Garda Síochána (14 Dec 2023)

Michael Lowry: ...Public Expenditure and Reform if he is aware of the concerns of an organisation (details supplied) regarding the potential discontinuation of the longstanding pay/pension parity link with serving Garda members; what steps are being taken to address these concerns in light of the Building Momentum Agreement expiring on 31 December 2023; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [55927/23]

Ceisteanna ar Pholasaí nó ar Reachtaíocht - Questions on Policy or Legislation (29 Nov 2023)

Michael Lowry: There is a problem with policing in Dublin but can the Minister confirm that Garda members will not be transferred on a temporary or part-time basis from Tipperary or from other rural towns across the country to supplement Garda numbers in Dublin? We do not want a case of Peter robbing Paul. The issue of rural crime across Tipperary is causing deep concern amongst our communities. This...

Ceisteanna ó Cheannairí - Leaders' Questions (28 Nov 2023)

Michael Lowry: ...willingly opened their hearts to those in need. However, I believe it is time to modify and rebalance our immigration policy. The events of last week taught us about the critical role of our gardaí in society and the urgent necessity to focus on the limitations of the force. The images of rank and file gardaí entering last week's volatile eruption were frightening. Our...

An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (7 Nov 2023)

Michael Lowry: Families and older people have had to increase security in their homes. The Garda station remains closed at night, exacerbating a public sense of vulnerability. The Garda is appealing for additional resources. It is short of numbers and under enormous pressure. It is not able to cope with the increase in incidents. Communities like that in Roscrea need support to adapt to the changes...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Safety: Discussion (25 Oct 2023)

Michael Lowry: ...welcome mandatory drug testing. I have the impression, as do many people, that many people who are drug driving are not being apprehended. The public is aware of this. It is very important that gardaí are tooled up with the necessary equipment to deal with this issue. I have the impression from gardaí that the mechanism for testing for this is more time-consuming and...

An Garda Síochána: Motion [Private Members] (4 Oct 2023)

Michael Lowry: We have arrived at a situation with An Garda Síochána that few would ever have envisaged. As an organisation that has always been respected and trusted, the rapid decline in relationships between rank-and-file members and management is disturbing. The situation is becoming increasingly unsettled as frustrations continue to escalate. There are serious problems and a range of...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport: National Car Testing: Discussion (20 Sep 2023)

Michael Lowry: ...improvements. I am getting letters every other day, from young people in particular, on this subject. We also have this safety campaign on our roads. We have young people being stopped by the Garda. We have young people trying to get around the country, including young nurses trying to get to their hospitals, young apprentices trying to go to their places of work and young students...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport: National Car Testing: Discussion (20 Sep 2023)

Michael Lowry: It is similar to the case of An Garda Síochána with the retirements and the recruitments. What is the net gain?

An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (20 Jun 2023)

Michael Lowry: ...and businesses employ large numbers of foreign nationals. Asylum seekers are accommodated in numerous houses around the town. As a result, medical services are pushed beyond their limit. The Garda station has been downgraded and has no overnight Garda presence. Schools in the town are already beyond capacity. Moves are under way to house 400 Ukrainian people in a former convent...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: An Garda Síochána (13 Jun 2023)

Michael Lowry: 936. To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality the resources allocated to An Garda Síochána; the Government's planned investments aimed at ensuring that An Garda Síochána has adequate resources and a modern Garda fleet of vehicles to effectively carry out their duties in maintaining law and order, preventing crime and protecting the safety of...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport: Motor Insurance and Uninsured Drivers: Motor Insurers' Bureau of Ireland (8 Mar 2023)

Michael Lowry: ...legislation comes in. We have to ensure that we promote the legislation because automatic number plate recognition is the obvious way to link up the data so that when a car plate number is scanned, the garda on duty can immediately determine whether or not there is insurance. Enforcement is an obvious answer. Motor vehicle insurance is one aspect of it. We are at the stage now where...

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Office of Public Works (7 Mar 2023)

Michael Lowry: 274. To ask the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform the progress made on the development of a new Garda station in Kickham Barracks, Clonmel, County Tipperary; the additional engagement that has occurred for this development between his Department, the Minister of State in the Office of Public Works, the Minister for Justice, and the National Development Finance Agency (details...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: An Garda Síochána (21 Feb 2023)

Michael Lowry: 588. To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality the level of consultation within his Department with An Garda Síochána staff members on the proposed changes to the terms and conditions of their employment as part of the Police, Security, and Community Safety Bill; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8887/23]

Ceisteanna ó Cheannairí - Leaders' Questions (15 Dec 2022)

Michael Lowry: ...the Tánaiste for that response. It is also fair to say that arising from a trend towards violent disorder and aggression, the need for mental health and psychological support among members of the Garda force is growing and is a big concern. Up to the end of October of this year, €780,000 was spent on providing such support to members. That figure exceeds the entire amount...

Ceisteanna ó Cheannairí - Leaders' Questions (15 Dec 2022)

Michael Lowry: As we celebrate the centenary of the establishment of An Garda Síochána, it is appropriate to reflect on its current standing. Over the past 100 years, members of the Garda have served us with distinction and pride. We owe them a sincere debt of gratitude for their outstanding commitment and dedication. Over the years, the force has developed and expanded. It has constantly...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: An Garda Síochána (15 Dec 2022)

Michael Lowry: 289. To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality the number of Garda stations without access to broadband in County Tipperary; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [63053/22]

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: An Garda Síochána (7 Dec 2022)

Michael Lowry: 24. To ask the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform the number of licences that have been granted for the swimming pool at the Garda College, Templemore; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [61122/22]