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Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: General Scheme of the Garda Síochána (Recording Devices) (Amendment) Bill: Discussion (13 Feb 2024)

Robbie Gallagher: ...the same page in that regard. That said, we want to do it in a way that is lawful and completely above board. It is somewhat concerning that we have got to where we are today with legislation that the data protection people have concerns with. Mr. McGarr and Ms Cronin have raised issues here that go as far as to say that it is not compatible with EU law. That is very concerning....

Seanad: Garda Síochána (Recording Devices) Bill 2022: Second Stage (26 Sep 2023)

Robbie Gallagher: ...the use of CCTV footage and the recording of telephone calls. Any measure we can introduce that helps the Garda in its role is to be we welcomed, while at the same time striking a balance with the goal of protecting the public in respect of data protection and so on. On behalf of my party, I pay tribute to the men and women of An Garda Síochána who go out on a daily basis to...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (13 Oct 2022)

Robbie Gallagher: ...with the Estonian Prime Minister on this issue and progress is being made. It is, as the Senator said, a vital issue and it is important that all citizens have confidence in the security of our data. We will see what Senators have to say on that. Senator Wall spoke about the widow’s and widower's pension and contributions, which are very worthwhile. I speak as someone whose...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: General Scheme of the Garda Síochána (Powers) Bill 2021 (8 Dec 2021)

Robbie Gallagher: ...crime would do so in a manner that is lawful and above board. That should be beyond question. Ms Daly used the term "safeguards" and it is vitally important there are safeguards in place to protect anyone who is under investigation for alleged criminal offences, or any type of offence for that matter. The discussion we are having about this Bill and the flaws some members have...

Seanad: Commencement Matters: Closed-Circuit Television Systems Provision (4 Dec 2018)

Robbie Gallagher: ...that should have been up and running long ago. There is a responsibility on the Government to ensure the schemes are implemented without delay. I understand that part of the problem relates to a general data protection regulation, GDPR, issue and who the data controller is.There is an ongoing dispute or impasse between the City and County Managers Association, CCMA, and the Department...

Seanad: Order of Business (23 May 2018)

Robbie Gallagher: The general data protection regulation, GDPR, comes into force on Friday, 25 May. Many public information campaigns have highlighted the need for data controllers to prepare for this event and many companies and businesses have been advising employees on how best to prepare to ensure they are compliant with the GDPR. Unfortunately, a number of school principals have contacted me indicating...