Results 161-180 of 1,002 for garda speaker:Simon Coveney

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Foreign Affairs and Trade, and Defence: Appointment of Special Envoys: Minister for Foreign Affairs and Defence (7 Sep 2021)

Simon Coveney: ...after that data security breach, I spoke both to my Department and to the Department of Defence at the highest level and got advice and expertise as to how I should proceed and that involved An Garda Síochána and the National Cyber Security Centre. I am not sure what more I could have done on that particular issue. I have not seen individual reports on that but I certainly do...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Foreign Affairs and Trade, and Defence: Appointment of Special Envoys: Minister for Foreign Affairs and Defence (7 Sep 2021)

Simon Coveney: I handed my phone over to An Garda Síochána, who took it from there and worked with the Department on that. I will turn now to Deputy Cowen’s questions. I can understand why the public looking at this political fiasco as it has unfolded would interpret it, in the way some of the members have, as being lobbying and so on. All I can say is I got this initial contact and I...

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Northern Ireland (14 Jul 2021)

Simon Coveney: ...the State or its agencies being put forward that would warrant the establishment of a public inquiry. It is a matter of deep regret and disappointment that no one stands convicted of this atrocity. An Garda Síochána remains ready and willing to pursue any new or credible evidence that might be brought forward that could advance the investigation. I call on anyone who has any...

Written Answers — Department of Defence: Defence Forces (8 Jul 2021)

Simon Coveney: ...as a member of the European Union. On any given patrol day the Naval Service can carry out a number of taskings on behalf of other State agencies such as the Sea Fisheries Protection Authority, An Garda Síochána and the Customs Service of the Revenue Commissioners. The initial outlay cost of a Naval Service vessel depends on several factors, including the date that it was built...

Written Answers — Department of Defence: Naval Service (8 Jul 2021)

Simon Coveney: ...to meet operational requirements. On any given patrol day, the Naval Service can carry out a number of tasks on behalf of other State agencies such as the Sea-Fisheries Protection Authority, An Garda Síochána and the Customs Service of the Revenue Commissioners. The Naval Service has nine ships in the fleet, of which six are currently available. LÉ Orla and LÉ...

Written Answers — Department of Defence: Naval Service (1 Jul 2021)

Simon Coveney: ...as a member of the European Union. On any given patrol day the Naval Service can carry out a number of taskings on behalf of other State agencies such as the Sea Fisheries Protection Authority, An Garda Síochána and the Customs Service of the Revenue Commissioners. On the 27 June 2021 the L.É. Samuel Beckett was on Sailing Order carrying out Maritime Defence and Security...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on the Implementation of the Good Friday Agreement: Ballymurphy Families: Discussion (1 Jul 2021)

Simon Coveney: ...facilitating this investigation, subject to the requirements of the law, as we have other investigative processes in Northern Ireland. Mr. Boutcher is in a position to seek the co-operation of An Garda Síochána through the framework of the mutual legal assistance that underpins the excellent co-operation that exists between the Garda and the PSNI more broadly. It is welcome...

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Naval Service (29 Jun 2021)

Simon Coveney: ...to meet operational requirements. On any given patrol day, the Naval Service can carry out a number of tasks on behalf of other State agencies such as the Sea-Fisheries Protection Authority, An Garda Síochána and the Customs Service of the Revenue Commissioners. The Naval Service has nine ships. The LÉ Orlaand LÉ Eithneare currently in operational reserve, but can be...

Ceisteanna - Questions (Resumed) - Ceisteanna ar Sonraíodh Uain Dóibh - Priority Questions: Cybersecurity Policy (29 Jun 2021)

Simon Coveney: ...overall responsibility for cybersecurity at a national level but, of course, the response to cyber threats is a whole-of-government challenge with important inputs in the security domain from An Garda Síochána and the Defence Forces. As we have seen with the cyberattack on the HSE, cybersecurity is an issue about which we all need to be very concerned. For national security...

Written Answers — Department of Defence: Naval Service (29 Jun 2021)

Simon Coveney: ...European Union, on any given patrol or patrol day the Naval Service can and do carry out a number of taskings on behalf of other State agencies such as the Sea Fisheries Protection Authority, An Garda Síochána and the Customs Service of the Revenue Commissioners. The role the Naval Service plays in Ireland’s maritime domain is of central importance. The Government has...

Written Answers — Department of Defence: Cybersecurity Policy (29 Jun 2021)

Simon Coveney: ...The response to cyber threats is a whole-of-Government challenge, with the Department of Environment, Climate and Communications taking the lead role and with inputs in the security domain from An Garda Síochána and the Defence Forces. The National Cyber Security Centre, which is part of the Department of Environment, Climate and Communications, is the primary authority...

Written Answers — Department of Defence: Cybersecurity Policy (29 Jun 2021)

Simon Coveney: ...The response to cyber threats is a whole-of-Government challenge, with the Department of Environment, Climate and Communications taking the lead role and with inputs in the security domain from An Garda Síochána and the Defence Forces. The National Cyber Security Centre, which is part of the Department of Environment, Climate and Communications, is the primary authority...

Written Answers — Department of Defence: Cybersecurity Policy (29 Jun 2021)

Simon Coveney: ...Government challenge, with the Department of Environment, Climate and Communications taking the lead role, through the National Cyber Security Centre, and with inputs in the security domain from An Garda Síochána and the Defence Forces. A key function of the National Cyber Security Centre is to support the management of major cyber security incidents and it is leading on the...

Written Answers — Department of Defence: Defence Forces (29 Jun 2021)

Simon Coveney: ..., retains overall responsibility for cyber security at a national level but, of course, the response to cyber threats is a whole-of-Government challenge with inputs in the security domain from An Garda Síochána and the Defence Forces. As we have seen with the cyberattack on the HSE, cyber security is an issue we all need to be concerned about. For national security reasons,...

Written Answers — Department of Defence: Defence Forces (29 Jun 2021)

Simon Coveney: ...it also undertakes a diverse range of non security related tasks. The Defence Forces continue to carry out the roles assigned by Government, including security operations, critical supports to An Garda Síochána and ATCA supports to other Government Departments and Principal Response Agencies. In particular, in recent times, the Defence Forces have played an important role in the...

Written Answers — Department of Defence: Defence Forces (17 Jun 2021)

Simon Coveney: ...of a possible criminal nature, are both serving members, a complaint may be made directly to the Military Police. Depending on the nature of the case, such complaints may be referred to an Garda Síochána. Cases involving a civilian, whether a former member of the Defence Forces or not, are matters appropriate for investigation by an Garda Síochána. I urge those who...

Written Answers — Department of Defence: Defence Forces (17 Jun 2021)

Simon Coveney: ...Where the alleged victim and the alleged suspect are both serving members, a complaint may be made to the Military Police. Depending on the nature of the case, such complaints may be referred to an Garda Síochána. Cases involving a civilian, whether a former member of the Defence Forces or not, are matters appropriate for investigation by an Garda Síochána. Subject...

Written Answers — Department of Defence: Naval Service (15 Jun 2021)

Simon Coveney: ...of Irish waters as necessary. On any given patrol day the Naval Service can carry out a number of taskings on behalf of other State agencies such as the Sea Fisheries Protection Authority, An Garda Síochána and the Customs Service of the Revenue Commissioners. The Government has acknowledged the recruitment and retention issues that are currently impacting on Naval...

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Consular Services (27 May 2021)

Simon Coveney: ...Mission, is properly resourced. The Department of Finance, the Department of Justice, the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine, the Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment, the Revenue Commissioners and An Garda Síochána are now part of the Embassy team. The need to further develop Ireland's footprint and presence is being kept under ongoing review.

Written Answers — Department of Defence: Defence Forces (25 May 2021)

Simon Coveney: In so far as this question relates to my policy brief or my functions, any person having any knowledge of possible criminal activity should report it to an Garda Síochána who are the proper authority to investigate such matters. Allegations relating to sexual offences are taken very seriously by both the Department of Defence and the Defence Forces. The Defence Forces have...