Results 21-40 of 325 for garda speaker:Joe McHugh

Structural Assessments of Schools: Statements (7 Nov 2018)

Joe McHugh: ...is now a correlation established between fire safety and structural issues. This has been highlighted in the last fortnight. The Deputy mentioned criminal investigations and asked whether An Garda Síochána will be asked to investigate. My job is to ensure that the legal team in the Department continues to work closely with the office of the Attorney General and the CSSO to...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Education and Skills: School Closures: Discussion with Minister for Education and Skills (6 Nov 2018)

Joe McHugh: ...it is done right, if the workmanship is right and if there is proper attention to detail and oversight. It is a question of oversight and how we can fill that gap. Deputy Coppinger mentioned the Garda. At this stage I have not made contact with the Garda but I reiterate what was already said at committee today. The Building Control (Amendment) Regulations 2014 specify that sanctions...

Joint Standing Committee on the Irish Language, the Gaeltacht and the Islands: Plean Gníomhaíochta 2018-2022 de Straitéis 20 Bliain don Ghaeilge: An tAire Stáit ag an Roinn Cultúir, Oidhreachta agus Gaeltachta (10 Jul 2018)

Joe McHugh: Bhí mé i dteagmháil le mo chomhghleacaithe atá ag obair sa Garda Síochána i gcónaí, agus beidh siadsan i mbun comhrá ina thaobh sin. D'imigh an liúntas seo in aimsir an chúlaithe, ar nós go leor liúntas eile, ach níl aon chinneadh déanta maidir leis an gceist seo go fóill agus is ceist é sin do lá eile.

Written Answers — Department of An Taoiseach: Census of Population Data (1 May 2018)

Joe McHugh: Currently, the Central Statistics Offices has detailed information for Garda districts based on Census 2011 data available on its website. The following table outlines the population for the Wexford Garda districts. Garda District Males Females Total New Ross 13,851 13,942 27,793 Enniscorthy 35,042 35,392 70,434 Wexford 23,116 24,198 47,314 The CSO expects to produce small area...

Select Committee on Arts, Heritage, Regional, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs: Estimates for Public Services 2018
Vote 33 - Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht (Revised) (28 Mar 2018)

Joe McHugh: ...moltaí a tháinig isteach faoin bpróiseas comhairliúcháin phoiblí i dtaobh na haerstráicí. Tá plé ar bun leis na páirtithe leasmhara éagsúla, ar nós Feidhmeannacht na Seirbhíse Sláinte agus Garda Cósta na hÉireann maidir leis na haerstráicí. Aontaím leis an mhéid atá...

Written Answers — Department of An Taoiseach: Central Statistics Office Reports (16 Jan 2018)

Joe McHugh: The publication of Recorded Crime statistics by the CSO is dependent on the provision of PULSE data by An Garda Síochána (AGS) to the CSO. AGS are currently reviewing the homicide data recorded in the PULSE system. The CSO recognises the importance of recorded crime statistics to users and have engaged with AGS to complete this review as quickly as possible. As AGS have indicated...

Estimates for Public Services 2017: Referral to Select Committee (29 Nov 2017)

Joe McHugh: ...be referred to the following Select Committees, as appropriate, pursuant to Standing Orders 84A(3)(c) and 182(3), which shall report back to the Dáil no later than 6th December:Vote 20 — Garda Síochána (Supplementary Estimate) - Select Committee on Justice and Equality. Vote 26 — Education and Skills (Supplementary Estimate) - Select Committee on Education and...

Written Answers — Department of Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Student Grant Scheme Eligibility (11 Oct 2017)

Joe McHugh: ...to the payment of maintenance grants to island-based public servants. My Department does not pay maintenance grants to island based public servants such as nurses, doctors, teachers and members of An Garda Síochána.  Questions in relation to these allowances should be directed to each relevant Department.

Ceisteanna - Questions (Resumed) - Other Questions: Wild Fires (20 Jun 2017)

Joe McHugh: ...separation in terms of the Department's responsibility around controlled burning. There are issues outside of the Department's control. We will continue to work in close collaboration with the Garda, the emergency services and the local authorities. When we talk about habitat, nature and all things relating to wildlife, none of the people I meet on a daily basis in my constituency is...

Ceisteanna - Questions (Resumed) - Other Questions: Wild Fires (20 Jun 2017)

Joe McHugh: ...primary responsibility for firefighting lies with the fire service and the Department of Housing, Planning, Community and Local Government. The prosecution of those responsible is a matter for the Garda. My Department is one of a number of agencies represented on the interagency gorse fire group that explores issues surrounding such fires. An Garda Síochána is also represented...

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Election Monitoring Missions (2 May 2017)

Joe McHugh: ...also be advised. In 2013, following an independent appraisal process, the 200 successful candidates and the 10 members of the reserve panel were advised that membership of the roster was subject to Garda vetting and acceptance of the Irish Aid Code of Conduct. On foot of the subsequent Garda vetting process of these applicants, all but two individuals on the list were confirmed. Officials...

Seanad: Garda Síochána (Policing Authority and Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2015: Second Stage (9 Jun 2015)

Joe McHugh: ...authority. As the Minister for Justice and Equality, Deputy Frances Fitzgerald, mentioned in her introductory remarks, the Government's overall objective is to maintain public confidence in An Garda Síochána and ensure the service it provides is of the highest quality. Significant progress has been made in implementing the Government's comprehensive justice reform programme....

Written Answers — Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Pleananna Teanga (21 Jan 2015)

Joe McHugh: ...an Phríomh-Aturnae Stáit Oifig an Choimisinéara Cosanta Sonraí Oifig na nOibreacha Poiblí 2008 15 An Bord um Fhaisnéis do Shaoránaigh An Crannchur Náisiúnta An tÚdarás um Ard-Oideachas Bord Soláthair an Leictreachais Coiste Gairmoideachais Chontae Bhaile Átha Cliath Comhairle Cathrach Phort...

Written Answers — Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Irish Language (16 Dec 2014)

Joe McHugh: ...scheme – for example, that Irish is the spoken language of the household; that all members of the family are fluent Irish speakers; that all members of the family, 16 years or older, are vetted with An Garda Síochána in accordance with the appropriate provisions of Children First;and that the household meets the required level of compliance with the requisite fire safety...

Written Answers — Department of Communications, Energy and Natural Resources: Broadband Service Expenditure (11 Dec 2014)

Joe McHugh: ...service quality is to be measured and assured Consideration will also be given to the identification of strategic connection points, for example, business and enterprise parks, schools, hospitals, Garda Stations and any other centres of economic or social activity in rural communities. Part of the necessary analysis will be to examine the feasibility of identifying and prioritising...

Garda Síochána (Amendment) (No. 2) Bill 2014: Second Stage [Private Members] (27 May 2014)

Joe McHugh: ...in that regard will be critical in the development of the new authority. I have some reservations about the new authority in terms of where the line of responsibility lies with respect to the Garda Síochána and the Minister. Obviously, this will be teased out as the Bill progresses. I agree that there are whistleblowers who have legitimate concerns. A more recent issue that...

Garda Síochána (Amendment) (No. 2) Bill 2014: Second Stage [Private Members] (27 May 2014)

Joe McHugh: We got an important message from the electorate last weekend. Rural Ireland is crying out for something to be given back. We could respond by addressing the shortfall in Garda resources in rural areas. We must take on board the message from the electorate. Many good councillors got caught up in the crossfire of last weekend's elections and have lost their jobs through no fault of their...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Firearms Licences (14 May 2014)

Joe McHugh: 146. To ask the Minister for Justice and Equality her views on a centralised model of licensing for firearms with a dedicated localised vetting mechanism remaining with the Garda; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [21614/14]

Joint Oireachtas Committee on the Implementation of the Good Friday Agreement: UN Security Council Resolution 1325 on Women, Peace and Security: Discussion (8 May 2014)

Joe McHugh: ...Frances Fitzgerald on her appointment as Minister for Justice and Equality. Reflecting on our deliberations and probably the informal conversation of members, the posts of Chief Justice, interim Garda Commissioner, Attorney General and Minister for Justice and Equality are held by females. It is not a bad starting point but there are still challenges.

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Garda Recruitment (8 Apr 2014)

Joe McHugh: 414. To ask the Minister for Justice and Equality the career progression options available to a person who has a proven track record, credible history and excelled in their role within the Garda Reserve Force once they have passed the age limit to enter An Garda Síochána owing to the restrictions on recruitment in the Garda force; and if he will make a statement on the matter....