Results 101-120 of 1,061 for garda speaker:Simon Harris

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: An Garda Síochána (25 May 2023)

Simon Harris: I propose to take Questions Nos. 208, 214 and 217 together. As the Deputy will be aware the Garda Commissioner is operationally responsible for the management and administration of An Garda Síochána. This includes the allocation of resources, such as Garda members. As Minister I have no role in these matters. I have been assured by the Garda authorities that the Commissioner keeps...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: An Garda Síochána (25 May 2023)

Simon Harris: I propose to take Questions Nos. 209 and 210 together. As the Deputy will be aware, under the Garda Síochána Act 2005 (as amended), the Garda Commissioner is responsible for the administration and management of An Garda Síochána including all human resource matters and recruitment. As Minister, I have no direct role in these matters. For the Deputy's information, and in...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Gangland Crime (25 May 2023)

Simon Harris: I can assure the Deputy that tackling organised crime activity is the overriding priority for An Garda Síochána and the Government. The Deputy will be aware that the Garda Commissioner is responsible for the management and administration of Garda business by law, and that I, as Minister, have no role in operational policing matters. We should not underestimate the...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Departmental Data (25 May 2023)

Simon Harris: ...the nature and likelihood of any danger to a person or to the community from granting bail. The 2017 Act provides for stricter bail terms for repeat serious offenders, including the use of curfews and strengthens Garda powers to deal with breaches of bail. If an individual fails to comply with any bail conditions, the Judge will issue a bench warrant and this gives An Garda...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Gangland Crime (25 May 2023)

Simon Harris: As the Deputy will be aware, the Garda Commissioner is responsible for the management and administration of Garda business, which includes the recording of incidents/crime data on the Garda PULSE system. As Minister, I have no role in these independent functions. I am advised by the Garda authorities that membership of a 'criminal gang' is not recorded on PULSE and therefore the data...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Departmental Data (25 May 2023)

Simon Harris: ...Statistics Office (CSO), as the national statistical agency, is responsible for the compilation and publication of all crime statistics. The CSO produces these statistics using data recorded on An Garda Síochána’s PULSE system and makes regular releases under reservation in relation to various crime statistics. The CSO also continues to work with An Garda...

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate: Missing Persons (24 May 2023)

Simon Harris: ...we put in place a system whereby they can be identified. The families of missing persons require and deserve closure. The forum, comprising representatives of the Coroners Society of Ireland, the Garda and Forensic Science Ireland, which are agencies the Deputy referenced, will continue its valuable work in this regard. My Department has established a standing committee that is...

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate: Missing Persons (24 May 2023)

Simon Harris: ...possible, to carry out further DNA profiling. Following the announcement last year to collate this data set, the Department of Justice worked closely with coroners, Forensic Science Ireland and An Garda Síochána's missing persons unit to compile and publish this information. The introduction of the new national DNA database in 2015 by Forensic Science Ireland was a key turning...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Legislative Measures (24 May 2023)

Simon Harris: .... It is hoped that as more convictions follow, other victims of coercive control will feel confident to come forward. Policy officials from my Department have previously consulted with An Garda Síochána on the topic you raise, specifically on amendments in relation to the definition of 'relevant persons' in respect of coercive control under section 39 of the 2018 Act. ...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Child Abuse (24 May 2023)

Simon Harris: I have contacted An Garda Síochána for the information requested by the Deputy, regretfully this information was not available in time. I will write to the Deputy once the information is to hand.

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: An Garda Síochána (24 May 2023)

Simon Harris: The Government is committed to building stronger, safer communities and a strengthened, well-resourced Garda Síochána is central to this policy. As the Deputy will be aware, the Garda Commissioner is by law responsible for the management of An Garda Síochána, including the distribution of Garda members between the different Garda units and Divisions. As Minister, I have...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: An Garda Síochána (24 May 2023)

Simon Harris: I understand that Parliamentary Question No. 518 of 7 March 2023 refers to the estimated cost of training an additional 225 Gardaí in the competency-based driver level 3 course in 2023, 2024 and 2025. As you will be aware, under the Garda Síochána Act 2005 (as amended), the Garda Commissioner is responsible for the administration and management of An Garda...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: An Garda Síochána (24 May 2023)

Simon Harris: As the Deputy will be aware, under the Garda Síochána Act 2005 (as amended), the Garda Commissioner is responsible for the administration and management of An Garda Síochána, including the purchase, allocation, and effective and efficient use of Garda vehicles. As Minister, I have no role in such matters. The purchase and allocation of vehicles is made on the basis of...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: An Garda Síochána (24 May 2023)

Simon Harris: As the Deputy will be aware, under the Garda Síochána Act 2005 (as amended), the Garda Commissioner is responsible for the administration and management of An Garda Síochána, including the purchase, allocation, and effective and efficient use of Garda resources. As Minister, I have no role in such matters. However, I can assure the Deputy that the Government is...

Accommodation Needs for New Arrivals: Statements (23 May 2023)

Simon Harris: ...of this House join me in condemning these attacks from the far right that we have seen in certain parts of our country. They have no place in society. I assure the House that I have met with the Garda Commissioner to discuss this matter on a regular basis. Indeed, I have been in contact with him on a number of occasions during the past week or so. The policing approach is predicated on...

Seanad: Criminal Justice (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2022: Second Stage (23 May 2023)

Simon Harris: ...orders. These are vital additions to the law, which will allow earlier intervention and do not require a criminal prosecution. They may be applied for by the affected person or by a member of the Garda on their behalf. Procedurally, they are similar to the system already in place for domestic violence orders, but they will apply in a broader range of circumstances. I acknowledge the...

Seanad: Criminal Justice (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2022: Second Stage (23 May 2023)

Simon Harris: I am conscious of the dedication and commitment of our front-line workers, as I know Senators are. I am also conscious of the risks they take. I attended a Garda memorial day on Saturday at which we paid tribute to the 89 men of An Garda Síochána who lost their lives in the line of duty. We live in a country where there is great respect for the police. Surveys indicate that we...

Seanad: Criminal Justice (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2022: Second Stage (23 May 2023)

Simon Harris: ...I think the Department and the Government are getting better at running those awareness campaigns to back up the legislation. Along with the awareness campaign, we need to ensure that members of the Garda are equipped and trained to enforce it and to provide support for victims. I very much agree with those. As I did when I took the Commencement matter, I acknowledge Senator Gallagher's...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Deportation Orders (23 May 2023)

Simon Harris: ...to quantify. The Border Management Unit (BMU) of my Department has responsibility for frontline immigration duties at Dublin Airport only. Other ports of entry are the responsibility of the Garda National Immigration Bureau (GNIB). Immigration officials conduct passport checks, and run operations as required, to ensure passengers arriving in the State are properly documented in accordance...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Legislative Measures (23 May 2023)

Simon Harris: ...Legal Aid Board and to otherwise update the administration of criminal legal aid. This Bill, when enacted, will also put on a statutory footing a number of Criminal Legal Aid Schemes such as the Garda Station Legal Advice Revised Scheme, which is currently administered by the Legal Aid Board. The General Scheme will also provide for amendments of section 26 of the Civil Legal Aid Act of...