Results 1-20 of 44 for garda speaker:Frances Black

Seanad: Health (Termination of Pregnancy Services) (Safe Access Zones) Bill 2023: Second Stage (14 Dec 2023)

Frances Black: ...is healthcare and no one has the right to interfere with another person's medical care. The right to access medical care freely and without fear must be vindicated by the law and enforced by the Garda. It is as simple as that. We also must ensure that all hospital staff are protected and allowed to do their jobs without interference or intimidation. Since the passage of the 2018 Act,...

Seanad: Control of Exports Bill 2023: Committee Stage (11 Oct 2023)

Frances Black: ...automated means." Subsection 2 of the amendment provides that any person attempting to transit such items would be "guilty of an offence" and subsection 3 provides that subsection 1 applies to both "the Defence Forces and An Garda Síochána." Amendment No. 11 inserts a new section 28 into the Bill, which would provide that "authorisation shall not be granted to a person or...

Seanad: Control of Exports Bill 2023: Committee Stage (11 Oct 2023)

Frances Black: ...likelihood that the item may be transported to a relevant occupied territory. It also makes clear that an attempt to do so is an offence under this Bill and the provision applies to both the Defence Forces and An Garda Síochána. Amendment No. 12 inserts a new section 29 in the Bill that would provide that authorisation shall not be granted to a person or organisation to transit...

Seanad: Control of Exports Bill 2023: Committee Stage (11 Oct 2023)

Frances Black: ...attempts to export a dual-use item in contravention of subsection (1) they shall be guilty of an offence. (3) For the avoidance of doubt, subsection (1) applies to the Defence Forces and An Garda Síochána.”

Seanad: Control of Exports Bill 2023: Committee Stage (11 Oct 2023)

Frances Black: ...attempts to export a dual-use item in contravention of subsection (1) they shall be guilty of an offence. (3) For the avoidance of doubt, subsection (1) applies to the Defence Forces and An Garda Síochána.”.

Seanad: Control of Exports Bill 2023: Committee Stage (11 Oct 2023)

Frances Black: ...organisation attempts to export a military item in contravention of subsection (1)they shall be guilty of an offence. (3) For the avoidance of doubt, subsection (1)applies to the Defence Forces and An Garda Síochána.”.

Seanad: Control of Exports Bill 2023: Committee Stage (11 Oct 2023)

Frances Black: ...organisation attempts to export a military item in contravention ofsubsection (1)they shall be guilty of an offence. (3) For the avoidance of doubt, subsection (1)applies to the Defence Forces and An Garda Síochána.”.

Seanad: Control of Exports Bill 2023: Committee Stage (11 Oct 2023)

Frances Black: ...person or organisation attempts to export an item in contravention ofsubsection (1)they shall be guilty of an offence. (3) For the avoidance of doubt, subsection (1)applies to the Defence Forces and An Garda Síochána.”

Seanad: Criminal Justice (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2022: Committee Stage (28 Jun 2023)

Frances Black: ...difficult to prove in many instances. What is most concerning is the potential negative impact that this could invariably have on victims of stalking and harassment. The timely reporting of stalking to An Garda Síochána could be negatively affected where victims may feel that they cannot prove the harm that has been caused to them, which risks their being subjected to further...

Seanad: Criminal Justice (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2022: Committee Stage (28 Jun 2023)

Frances Black: The Government amendment proposes increasing the maximum penalty for assaults on peace officers, that is, members of An Garda Síochána, prison officers and members of the Defence Forces. As with the extension of the penalties available in respect of conspiracy to murder, we are concerned about the effectiveness of increased maximum penalties for assaults against police officers....

Seanad: Road Traffic and Roads Bill 2021: Report and Final Stages (24 May 2023)

Frances Black: This amendment seeks to remove the provision from the Bill that would permit An Garda Síochána to enter any place, including the curtilage of a dwelling, without a warrant to seize a vehicle it reasonably believes is likely to be driven or used dangerously. The curtilage of a property includes gardens, paths, driveway, yards, garages or sheds used in conjunction with a house. My...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Autism: Autism Policy (Resumed): Discussion. (25 Apr 2023)

Frances Black: ...compassion and empathy. They were so different. How can we ensure appropriate training is delivered to those who need it? It is important this is prioritised, whether it is a teacher, doctor, garda or others. How do we prioritise that? It is absolutely vital. I do not know who wishes to answer that question.

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (2 Feb 2023)

Frances Black: ...on a homeless encampment illustrates the clear and present danger posed by violent racists. There were public threats seen by thousands of people on social media before the attack, so why did the Garda fail to take action to prevent it? That is the question I would like to ask. This is very concerning. Measures need to be taken to safeguard those at risk. We must be proactive about...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Health: General Scheme of the Health (Termination of Pregnancy Services (Safe Access Zones)) Bill 2022: An Garda Síochána (9 Nov 2022)

Frances Black: ...abortion services but it might also run the risk of attracting additional protests. Does the delegation think that is possible? Please elaborate on how the register would assist the work of An Garda Síochána and whether the list should be made public.

Seanad: Proposal for a Directive on Combatting Violence against Women and Domestic Violence: Motion (22 Jun 2022)

Frances Black: .... It is so important there is now an offence that captures the continuous and multifaceted oppression that characterises abusive relationships. The roll-out of domestic violence training for some gardaí has meant some victims receive much more support throughout their complaint process and this is no doubt welcomed. However, the level of support victims can expect is still...

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Mental Health Services (3 Feb 2022)

Frances Black: ...The fact that the systems which perpetuated and subsequently covered up the abuse have not been held to account to date is completely indefensible. When the file was brought to the DPP in 2020, An Garda Síochána recommended that criminal charges be brought against those who were responsible. However, the DPP did not follow the recommendations of An Garda Síochána and...

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Mental Health Services (3 Feb 2022)

Frances Black: ...to Grace, and what was allowed to happen to Grace and other young people who suffered abuse in the same foster home, is shameful. The fact that the DPP did not follow the recommendations of the Garda is scandalous, as is the fact that we do not know why that happened. It is, however, good to hear that Grace is receiving support now. It is also good to hear about the new governance...

Seanad: Violence Against Women: Statements (27 Jan 2022)

Frances Black: ...about societal change but it is better that a tragedy brings about a positive change for the greater good and there is no doubt about that. I want to mention a few figures released this week by An Garda Síochána. I am sure the Minister is aware of them but I want them on the record. The Garda responded to 48,400 incidents of domestic abuse in the past year alone. This is...

Seanad: Local Government (Use of CCTV in Prosecution of Offences) Bill 2021: Second Stage (5 Mar 2021)

Frances Black: ...areas with the introduction of a Bill such as this one. While I believe the intentions of this Bill are positive, most of the issues it aims to tackle are covered by existing legislation. The Garda Síochána Act 2005 allows for CCTV to be erected and operated on authorisation from the Garda Commissioner for the purposes of "facilitating the deterrence, prevention, detection and...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: General Scheme of the Criminal Justice (Victims of Crime) (Amendment) Bill 2018: Discussion (13 Nov 2019)

Frances Black: ...in this. On improvements, the point made by Ms Counihan and the RCNI on when legal advice is needed is crucial. I fully agree that people need this information and support before they contact An Garda Síochána or they might not make that call at all. This is something we should consider for the Bill. The Law Society presentation also sets out just how ad hoc and piecemeal the...