Results 1-18 of 18 for justice speaker:Ollie Crowe

Seanad: Gnó an tSeanaid - Business of Seanad: International Protection (1 Feb 2024)

Ollie Crowe: I would like to ask the Minister for Justice, in the context of confirming that six in every ten applications for international protection, IP, in Ireland are refused, what was the total number of official deportations from the State arising from such refusals in the six months up to 31 December 2023. I will leave it at that for now.

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (29 Mar 2023)

Ollie Crowe: ...right message that overall, the decisions that are being highlighted are having a significant impact across society. I certainly feel that this is something upon which we should bring the Minister for Justice to the House, in order to have an open discussion on how to improve and go forward in respect of the leniency of the cases. I will leave that subject for now and I thank the...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (8 Feb 2023)

Ollie Crowe: ...such as those I have outlined here previously, including sexual assault and burglary, that have an enormous impact on the quality of life of victims. I ask the Deputy Leader to bring the Minister for Justice before the House at the earliest opportunity for a debate on the matter.

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Sentencing Policy (23 Nov 2022)

Ollie Crowe: ...to the Chamber this morning. Before I commence, I acknowledge that this an issue on which my colleague, Senator Gallagher, has been working for some time in seeking to progress with the Criminal Justice (Public Order) (Amendment) Bill 2019. To give a bit of context, I raise this Commencement matter following recent attacks on gardaí, of which the Minister of State is well aware,...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (25 Oct 2022)

Ollie Crowe: ...is vital in reducing crimes. An enhanced Garda presence in Eyre Square is essential to ensure the safety of the area. I would be grateful if the Deputy Leader would ask the Minister for Justice, Deputy McEntee, to join us in the House at her earliest convenience to address this vital issue for Galway city.

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: An Garda Síochána (15 Jun 2022)

Ollie Crowe: I will leave it between ye. Moving on to a more serious matter, I refer to the need for the Minister for Justice to make a statement on the recommendations of the Commission on the Future of Policing in Ireland in respect of the review of structures within An Garda Síochána with particular reference to the proposed amalgamation of superintendent roles in Galway and west Galway and...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (10 Mar 2022)

Ollie Crowe: ...'s homes are sacrosanct. The homes of elderly people have been broken into in Galway city and county. The effect that has on them is frightening. I ask the Leader to request the Minister for Justice, Deputy McEntee, to come before the House and explain why certain parts of the country seem to be at a disadvantage. I have full confidence in the Garda to do a terrific job but I am...

Seanad: Personal Injuries Assessment Board (Amendment) Bill 2022: Second Stage (9 Feb 2022)

Ollie Crowe: ...with the insurance industry and bring consistency to the handling and investigation of insurance fraud. Referrals should facilitate the referral of more cases to the DPP for prosecution. The Department of Justice has examined deterrents to insurance fraud, including penalties for insurance fraud, in consultation with the relevant agencies. An important milestone was achieved in 2021 with...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (26 Jan 2022)

Ollie Crowe: ...of public record - a chap with more than 80 convictions got ten months. It is beyond belief that this is happening. The reality is that the sentences do not fit the crime. The Department of Justice has acknowledged this and I have written to it on a number of occasions. The reality is that it is just not working. When we look at the statistics I received from the Department of...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (24 Nov 2021)

Ollie Crowe: ...these sentences certainly do not appear to act as a deterrent, especially given the number of repeat offenders. I would be grateful if the Deputy Leader would raise this matter with the Minister for Justice.

Seanad: Report on Victim’s Testimony in cases of rape and sexual assault: Motion (17 Nov 2021)

Ollie Crowe: ...To her I say I believe you. I think all Members felt her pain here this afternoon. We are certainly here to support you and to stand with you. I welcome the report and I commend the Committee on Justice for its work, in particular the Chairman of the committee, Deputy Lawless, for his time here this afternoon. In his contribution he outlined the situation and the facts. It was...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (3 Nov 2021)

Ollie Crowe: ...a plan to be implemented, which will ensure the safety of Eyre Square for both residents and visitors. A co-ordinated plan involving An Garda Síochána, Galway City Council and the Department of Justice is required as a matter of urgency. Budget 2022 commits to the recruitment of 800 additional gardaí. Galway city needs to be prioritised for additional Garda resources in...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (29 Sep 2021)

Ollie Crowe: ...is my view that these fees should be waived until 2022 at the earliest, so that the night-time economy can start with the boost it so desperately needs. I ask Leader of the House if she could raise this with the Minister for Justice, Deputy Heather Humphreys, at her earliest convenience. It is obviously a time sensitive matter.

Seanad: Workplace Relations (Miscellaneous Provisions Bill) 2021: Second Stage (12 Jul 2021)

Ollie Crowe: .... It will ensure proceedings and investigations before adjudication officers of the Workplace Relations Commission comply with constitutional requirements associated with the administration of justice and that hearings before the adjudication officers can resume in full. The Workplace Relations Commission is a vital resource for workers and we must ensure it remains so. From my...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (22 Mar 2021)

Ollie Crowe: ...an elected representative; we need to ensure that this growing negative aspect does not overshadow them. I ask the Leader of the House to invite the Minister who will soon have responsibility for justice, Deputy Heather Humphreys, before the House. I am aware the lady is extremely busy, but if she could spare an hour over the coming weeks, I would be very grateful.

Seanad: Ábhair Ghnó an tSeanaid – Matters on the Business of the Seanad (22 Feb 2021)

Ollie Crowe: I want to raise the issue of changes to the opening hours of bars and nightclubs which are to be included in the 2021 justice plan of the Minister for Justice, Deputy McEntee. This is welcome news. We need reform of our opening hours as the tourism sector will play a huge role in Ireland's recovery from Covid. The current opening hours are a drawback in this regard. Asking tourists to...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (8 Feb 2021)

Ollie Crowe: ..., which rightly found insurance companies must honour policies that provided cover for business disruption. While it should never have needed to be the subject of legal action, it is welcome that justice has prevailed, and the decision has been accepted by the insurance firm in question. One of the publicans I spoke to who took the case paid a premium in excess of €240,000 per...

Seanad: Budget 2021: Statements (14 Oct 2020)

Ollie Crowe: ...demand for additional gardaí, as I alluded to, in Galway city and Galway county, where the resources are stretched. I look forward to Garda numbers increasing in Galway when I raise that matter with the Minister for Justice and Equality. I note the commitment of €500 million for the shared island unit, which is positive. This is an area where outreach across communities is...