Results 1-20 of 82 for garda speaker:Alan Dillon

Garda Síochána (Compensation) Bill 2021 [Seanad]: Second Stage (17 May 2022)

Alan Dillon: I welcome this important legislation. It is timely. When speaking on this Bill we should remember that we are talking about the men and women of An Garda Síochána who protect and serve us all. That is very significant. The Bill provides for a major reform of the compensation scheme that is currently in operation. I compliment the work undertaken by the Minister, Deputy...

Ceisteanna - Questions: Departmental Policies (9 May 2023)

Alan Dillon: The recurrent issue of an inadequate Garda presence in our rural region is one we cannot overlook any longer. The programme for Government explicitly mentions the priority given to visible policing in both urban and rural communities, recognising its centrality to our social contract with citizens and its vital role in maintaining the safety and security of our communities. We saw a...

Public Accounts Committee: 2020 Report of the Comptroller and Auditor General and Appropriation Accounts
Vote 20 - An Garda Síochána (31 Mar 2022)

Alan Dillon: We all understand Garda management has the powers to deploy resources in areas where trends are actively reviewed. What is the staffing allocation for this year and how much funding will go towards that in the short to medium term as the Garda strengthens its force?

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: An Garda Síochána (5 Jul 2022)

Alan Dillon: 71. To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality if she will provide a list of active Garda stations within the Mayo Garda division, including opening and closing hours for each station. [35922/22]

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: An Garda Síochána (13 Jun 2023)

Alan Dillon: 403. To ask the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform if Castlebar Garda station or any Mayo Garda stations have been identified as a recipient of such funding to support its expansion and infrastructure development; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27430/23]

Public Accounts Committee: Appropriation Accounts 2022
Vote 20 - An Garda Síochána (21 Mar 2024)

Alan Dillon: I want to move on to another incident in the midlands that has been covered by the media and undermines public trust and confidence in the Garda organisation. I refer to the case at the start of the Covid pandemic when a garda knowingly gave a bicycle to an elderly man.

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: An Garda Síochána (20 Mar 2024)

Alan Dillon: 964. To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality to specify the quarter in which the Garda Vetting Review Group report's recommendations will be published; her plans for Garda vetting in light of the proposed statutory re-vetting regime; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [13064/24]

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: An Garda Síochána (8 Jul 2021)

Alan Dillon: 115. To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality the status of the Statement of Strategy 2022-2024 for An Garda Síochána; if her attention has been drawn to plans to expand the Garda Information Services Centre in Castlebar, County Mayo; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [36815/21]

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: An Garda Síochána (24 May 2022)

Alan Dillon: 12. To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality if she will outline her ongoing support to the Garda Síochána Inspectorate; the mechanisms for monitoring and appraising its performance; when she expects the An Garda Síochána strategy statement 2022-2024 to be published; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [26132/22]

Public Accounts Committee: Appropriation Accounts 2022
Vote 20 - An Garda Síochána (21 Mar 2024)

Alan Dillon: ...his colleagues and thank them for joining us today and for all the work they do on behalf of the country's citizens. The first issue I raise relates to a query that Deputies commonly receive on Garda transfers. It especially relates to gardaí in my constituency who, on graduation from Templemore Garda College, may be deployed to the east or south of the country. In the current...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: An Garda Síochána (5 Jul 2022)

Alan Dillon: 52. To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality if she will provide an update on the new divisional policing model currently been piloted within the Mayo Garda division; and if she will provide a breakdown of the allocation of 338 Garda members and civilian staff within functional areas, including community engagement, crime, performance assurance and business services....

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Safety: Discussion (27 Sep 2023)

Alan Dillon: Again, my question is about whether An Garda Síochána is committed to strengthening the road policing unit. There are 59 fewer personnel now than there were in 2019. We are seeing a trend of increasing numbers of road deaths and serious injuries. I want to hear from An Garda Síochána that there is a commitment to strengthening the road policing unit. Does Ms Hilman...

Garda Síochána (Recording Devices) Bill 2022: Second Stage (Resumed) (2 Feb 2023)

Alan Dillon: I welcome the opportunity to speak on this important Bill, which contains new and enhanced powers for An Garda Síochána to operate recording devices and robust safeguards for such recording. An Garda Síochána plays such a vital role in all our communities and in society. Its members are those on the front lines who protect us every day, keep our people safe and serve our...

Ceisteanna ar Pholasaí nó ar Reachtaíocht - Questions on Policy or Legislation (23 Nov 2022)

Alan Dillon: ...St. Alban's in Hertfordshire, England while visiting his relatives in Mayo. I met Joe many times in London when playing football. He was a fantastic fellow. He was Mayo GAA to the core. The Garda opened a murder inquiry into Joe's death after post mortem results showed he suffered a blunt trauma to his head. He was found lying on the ground outside a house in Swinford on 12 August...

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: An Garda Síochána (17 Feb 2022)

Alan Dillon: I thank the Minister for her response. It was excellent to note, in budget 2022, the provision for the recruitment of over 800 new gardaí and 400 Garda staff. I very much welcome that. I note that the ongoing recruitment campaign that is under way is being well advertised and is progressing well to date. With the development of the new strategy statement for the period 2022 to 2024,...

Public Accounts Committee: 2020 Report of the Comptroller and Auditor General and Appropriation Accounts
Vote 20 - An Garda Síochána (31 Mar 2022)

Alan Dillon: ...Public Expenditure and Reform spending review of 2020 in regard to the performance indicators in policing. The review made several findings and recommendations that could be utilised in helping An Garda Síochána design and implement quality performance indicators in line with best international practices. How does An Garda Síochána set its performance indicators?

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: An Garda Síochána (12 Dec 2023)

Alan Dillon: I thank the Minister for her response on this important issue and her hard work on increasing the budget allocated to An Garda Síochána. It is welcome. An issue for communities I represent concerns rural crime and An Garda Síochána's security and intelligence capabilities, referenced in the future of policing plan. What additional supports can we provide for...

Policing, Protests and Public Order: Statements (28 Nov 2023)

Alan Dillon: ...political points than on offering viable solutions, which is what Dubliners and the public need at this critical juncture. I have full confidence in and support the Minister, Deputy McEntee, and An Garda Síochána. I trust in their ability to protect our communities and keep them safe. Let us be clear: the incidents of last Thursday were horrific and completely unacceptable....

Confidence in the Minister for Justice: Motion (5 Dec 2023)

Alan Dillon: This vote of confidence reeks of hypocrisy and opportunism. I stand in absolute support for the Minister, Deputy McEntee, who remains dedicated to the Department of Justice and in support of An Garda Síochána in its relentless pursuit of upholding law and order, while Sinn Féin shamelessly prioritises political point scoring. Instead of showing unity and stability in the...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Garda Strength (30 Jun 2020)

Alan Dillon: 323. To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality the number and rank of members of An Garda Síochána assigned to County Mayo in tabular form; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [13463/20]