Results 41-48 of 48 for garda speaker:Duncan Smith

Criminal Justice (Enforcement Powers) (Covid-19) Bill 2020: Second Stage (2 Sep 2020)

Duncan Smith: ...rules, so I understand the principles underpinning this legislation. I am delighted that there is a sunset clause. If, however, the legislation is applied correctly, as I am sure it will be by An Garda Síochána, it will provide a structure under which all hospitality establishments, including pubs that are currently closed, should be allowed to open and operate safely. This...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Garda Stations (30 Jul 2020)

Duncan Smith: 1014. To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality the timeline for Rush Garda station to be opened. [19590/20]

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Garda Resources (30 Jul 2020)

Duncan Smith: 1017. To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality the details of the provision of additional Garda resources for the Fingal area, which has a growing population and an increase in crime across many categories year on year; the timeline for delivery of resources; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [19593/20]

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Garda Resources (30 Jul 2020)

Duncan Smith: 1018. To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality the status of the provision of permanent Garda resources to Donabate, including plans for a Garda station, in view of the fact the population is set to exceed 20,000 over the next ten years; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [19594/20]

Special Committee on Covid-19 Response: Covid-19: Testing and Tracing (25 Jun 2020)

Duncan Smith: .... If any of my questions are repetitive, my apologies. I will be quick because I know time is against us. In regard to the tracing app that we understand is currently being tested by the Garda, do we have a view on when it will be ready to go? Are there any GDPR concerns regarding its use and will it be freely available to sports clubs and community groups? Is the HSE working towards...

Covid-19 (Sport): Statements (11 Jun 2020)

Duncan Smith: ..., a licence had to be granted by the District Court. I have written to the Minister for Justice and Equality, Deputy Flanagan, requesting that powers be devolved to the superintendent in local Garda stations to allow licences for online lotteries to enable sports clubs to raise funds. It was a barrier we did not know existed until this pandemic and one the Department could address. God...

Covid-19 (Justice and Equality): Statements (4 Jun 2020)

Duncan Smith: The best asset the Garda has is the community policing and community garda unit. As we are all aware, it has been a difficult decade for the Garda. Trust has been damaged by a number of incidents and issues which have been well debated in the House down through the years. As have many other public representatives, I have witnessed the benefits of good community gardaí when they come...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Garda Stations (13 May 2020)

Duncan Smith: 360. To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality the status of the reopening of the Garda station in Rush, County Dublin; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4338/20]