Results 1-20 of 29 for gsoc speaker:Heather Humphreys

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: An Garda Síochána (6 Dec 2022)

Heather Humphreys: The Deputy will appreciate that GSOC is completely independent in the exercise of its functions. As Minister, I cannot intervene in or comment on an ongoing GSOC investigation. I am assured, however, that GSOC has the resources necessary to complete the investigation of this tragic incident and it is not possible at this time to give an estimate of the remaining time needed to complete the...

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: An Garda Síochána (6 Dec 2022)

Heather Humphreys: The shooting of George Nkencho is being fully investigated by GSOC. I hope the Deputies appreciate that I cannot comment on the GSOC investigation because it is independent in the exercise of its functions. GSOC has the power to prosecute following its investigations if it deems that necessary. That is not the case for a public inquiry. This is detailed work that GSOC is doing. It is...

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: An Garda Síochána (6 Dec 2022)

Heather Humphreys: ...of the tragic death of George Nkencho, I want to extend my sympathies to his family on their very sad loss. As the Deputy will be aware, the fatal shooting is being fully investigated by GSOC, which is the independent statutory body established with full powers to investigate such incidents. I understand that this investigation is ongoing. I am advised by GSOC that it has deployed...

Ceisteanna ar Sonraíodh Uain Dóibh - Priority Questions: An Garda Síochána (6 Dec 2022)

Heather Humphreys: I will be answering a further question on this matter later on. I am advised by GSOC that it has deployed significant resources to the investigation and that the investigation is at an advanced stage. I understand that a draft report, pursuant to section 101 of the Garda Síochána Act 2005, has been prepared and is currently subject to internal and external peer review, as well as...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Public Inquiries (6 Dec 2022)

Heather Humphreys: ...and those of the Government to his family on their very sad loss.  As the Deputy will be aware, the fatal shooting is being fully investigated by the Garda Síochána Ombudsman Commission (GSOC), which is the independent statutory body established with full powers to investigate such incidents. I understand that this investigation is ongoing. I am advised by GSOC that...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Departmental Data (12 Oct 2021)

Heather Humphreys: ...11 women7 men 61% women 39% men Garda Síochána Inspectorate 2 1 woman 1 man 50% women50% men Garda Síochána Ombudsman Commission (GSOC) 3 2 women 1 man 67% women 33% men International Protection Appeals Tribunal (IPAT) 53 26 women 27 men 49% women...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: An Garda Síochána (29 Sep 2021)

Heather Humphreys: ...favour this approach.  I am further advised that unfortunately the approach being taken by both Associations in respect of their duties has the potential to impact on Garda Síochána Ombudsman Commission (GSOC) investigations, in circumstances where an officer may be appointed to investigate a complaint which has been returned by GSOC to An Garda Síochána...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Flexible Work Practices (22 Sep 2021)

Heather Humphreys: ...staffwho require external access to the IT network have been provided with it and PCs and other peripherals have been sourced through the relevant OGP Framework. All staff in the Garda Síochána Ombudsman Commission(GSOC)are equipped to work remotely and have been working in this manner throughout the pandemic. Staff are enabled to avail of virtual meeting facilities where...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Departmental Properties (21 Sep 2021)

Heather Humphreys: ...under the aegis of the Department which are usually open to the public to access services are as follows: Garda Síochána Ombudsman Commission The Garda Síochána Ombudsman Commission’s (GSOC) office located at 150, Abbey Street Upper, Dublin 1, which is usually open to the public to access services, is currently closed due to COVID-19 restrictions. It is planned...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: An Garda Síochána (9 Sep 2021)

Heather Humphreys: The Deputy will be aware that both GSOC and the Garda Commissioner are independent in the exercise of their duties and I, as Minister, have no role in this regard.  However, in order to assist the Deputy I have made enquires with GSOC seeking an update on the issues raised in the finalised report and subsequent correspondence sent to An Garda Síochána. ...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: An Garda Síochána (15 Jul 2021)

Heather Humphreys: .... Similarly, the Courts are independent in the exercise of their functions, subject only to the Constitution and the law. As the Deputy will also be aware, the Garda Síochána Ombudsman Commission (GSOC) is the body designated in law to receive and, where it deems appropriate, investigate concerns from members of the public regarding the conduct of members of An Garda...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Departmental Strategies (14 Jul 2021)

Heather Humphreys: ...of existing services are being carried out in a user-centric manner and will adhere to universal design principles and the Web Accessibility Directive. Garda Síochána Ombudsman Commission(GSOC) is committed to making its website accessible in accordance with the POUR (perceivable, operable, understandable, robust) principles outlined in SI No. 358/2020 and is working towards...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: An Garda Síochána (13 Jul 2021)

Heather Humphreys: As the Deputy will be aware, the Garda Síochána Ombudsman Commission (GSOC) is an independent oversight body under the Garda Síochána Act 2005. I, as Minister, have no role or function in the processing or management of complaints which are made to GSOC for investigation. I am advised by GSOC that the tables appended to this answer set out the number of...

Ceisteanna ar Sonraíodh Uain Dóibh - Priority Questions: An Garda Síochána (8 Jul 2021)

Heather Humphreys: I said in my initial answer that GSOC has the power to bring criminal charges against members of An Garda Síochána following the outcome of its investigations, where GSOC deems this to be the appropriate course of action. These are powers that are not available to other forms of independent statutory inquiries such as a commission of investigation or a tribunal of inquiry. With...

Ceisteanna ar Sonraíodh Uain Dóibh - Priority Questions: An Garda Síochána (8 Jul 2021)

Heather Humphreys: I thank the Deputy for raising this matter. GSOC is the body specifically established, designed and equipped to investigate complaints of alleged criminality or misconduct by members of An Garda Síochána. I assure the Deputy that GSOC has extensive powers under the provisions of the Garda Síochána Act 2005 to perform this function. If GSOC believes a suspected criminal...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: An Garda Síochána (8 Jul 2021)

Heather Humphreys: ...is the case in every incident involving the Gardaí that results in the death of a person, the shooting is being fully and independently investigated by the Garda Síochána Ombudsman Commission (GSOC), which is chaired by a High Court Judge. GSOC has confirmed publicly that they have begun a criminal investigation under section 98 of the Garda Síochána Act, 2005....

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: An Garda Síochána (8 Jul 2021)

Heather Humphreys: I propose to take Questions Nos. 119 and 127 together. As the Deputy will be aware, the Garda Síochána Ombudsman Commission (GSOC) is an independent oversight body under the Garda Síochána Act 2005. I, as Minister, have no role or function in the processing or management of complaints which are made to GSOC for investigation. The Deputy may wish to note that the...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Equality Issues (17 Jun 2021)

Heather Humphreys: ...2024, and will embed this target into all LSRA workforce planning and recruitment policies. Garda Síochána Ombudsman Commission All open recruitment to posts in the Garda Síochána Ombudsman Commission (GSOC) is conducted by the Public Appointments Service (PAS) which operates an Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (ED&I) Strategy, which recognises and values the...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Departmental Websites (15 Jun 2021)

Heather Humphreys: ...the DPC Access Officer is currently reviewing the website for compliance. Once the review has been completed, the relevant statement will be published on its website. Garda Síochána Ombudsman Commission: -The Garda Síochána Ombudsman Commission (GSOC) is committed to making its website accessible in accordance with the POUR principles outlined in SI No. 358/2020 -...