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Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: An Garda Síochána (13 Jun 2023)

James Browne: As the Deputy will be aware, Youth Diversion Projects (YDPs) are community based, multi-agency youth crime prevention initiatives which primarily seek to divert young people who have been, or are at risk of becoming, involved in anti-social and/or criminal behaviour. Youth Diversion Projects are run by community-based organisations and are a vital support to the statutory Garda Youth...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Control of Firearms (30 May 2023)

James Browne: I have asked An Garda Sìochàna if it is possible to provide the information sought by the Deputy. Unfortunately it was not possible to confirm this within the timeframe allowed. I will revert to the Deputy with any relevant information upon receipt.

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Gambling Sector (25 May 2023)

James Browne: The Programme for Government includes a clear commitment to reform gambling legislation, with a focus on public safety and well-being. The Gambling Regulation Bill 2022 will cover gambling online and in person, and include powers to regulate advertising, gambling websites and apps. The Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland (GRAI) will be provided with the necessary enforcement powers to...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Control of Firearms (24 May 2023)

James Browne: I can advise the Deputy that I established the Firearms Expert Committee (FEC) on a non-statutory basis with representation from stakeholders, my Department and An Garda Síochána. The purpose of the FEC was to serve in an advisory capacity to me as Minister. In line with its comprehensive terms of reference, which were made publicly available, the FEC was tasked with making...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: An Garda Síochána (24 May 2023)

James Browne: I established the Firearms Expert Committee (FEC) in June 2022 on a non-statutory basis, with representation from stakeholders, my Department and An Garda Síochána. The purpose of the FEC was to serve in an advisory capacity to me as Minister, providing guidance on a wide range of matters related to firearms licensing in the State. In line with its comprehensive terms of reference,...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Control of Firearms (23 May 2023)

James Browne: I propose to take Questions Nos. 526 and 527 together. I established the Firearms Expert Committee (FEC) on a non-statutory basis with representation from stakeholders, my Department and An Garda Síochána. The purpose of the FEC was to serve in an advisory capacity to me as Minister. In line with its comprehensive terms of reference, which were made publicly available, the FEC was...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Control of Firearms (23 May 2023)

James Browne: I am informed by An Garda Síochána that the only incidents requested by the Deputy recorded on PULSE are discharging a firearm and possession of a firearm. I am further advised that it is not possible to provide the Deputy with a breakdown of offences at a District level as there is not a sufficient volume of incidents recorded in order to report at this level. The Deputy may find...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Control of Firearms (23 May 2023)

James Browne: I have asked An Garda Sìochàna if it is possible to provide the information sought by the Deputy. Unfortunately it was not possible to confirm this within the timeframe allowed. I will revert to the Deputy with any relevant information upon receipt.

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Control of Firearms (23 May 2023)

James Browne: I am advised by An Garda Síochána that they are aware of the potential misuse of 3D printing technology to create 3D printed firearms and/or firearms components, and I can assure the Deputy that Gardaí take appropriate investigative steps upon receipt of intelligence relating to this activity. It should be noted that 3D printed firearms are already considered firearms under...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Control of Firearms (23 May 2023)

James Browne: As the Deputy will be aware, I established the Firearms Expert Committee (FEC) on a non-statutory basis with representation from stakeholders, my Department and An Garda Síochána. The purpose of the FEC was to serve in an advisory capacity to me as Minister, providing guidance on a wide range of matters related to firearms licensing in the State. In line with its comprehensive...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Control of Firearms (23 May 2023)

James Browne: I propose to take Questions Nos. 553 and 555 together. I have asked An Garda Sìochàna if it is possible to provide the information sought by the Deputy. Unfortunately it was not possible to confirm this within the timeframe allowed.I will revert to the Deputy with any relevant information upon receipt.

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Control of Firearms (23 May 2023)

James Browne: As the Deputy may be aware, the Firearms Range Inspector (FRI) is a statutory appointment made by my Department in accordance with Section 4B of the Firearms Act 1925-2009. Under this legislation, my Department appointed one FRI. The FRI is tasked with examining applications for the certification of rifle and pistol target shooting ranges and thereafter the inspection of such facilities for...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Control of Firearms (16 May 2023)

James Browne: As I previously advised the Deputy, I established the Firearms Expert Committee (FEC) on a non-statutory basis with representation from stakeholders, my Department and An Garda Síochána. The purpose of the FEC was to serve in an advisory capacity to me as Minister, providing guidance on a wide range of matters related to firearms licensing in the State. In line with its...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Departmental Correspondence (9 May 2023)

James Browne: I can advise the Deputy, that I established the Firearms Expert Committee (FEC) on a non-statutory basis with representation from stakeholders, my Department and An Garda Síochána. The purpose of the FEC was to serve in an advisory capacity to me as Minister, providing guidance on a wide range of matters related to firearms licensing in the State. In line with its comprehensive...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Legislative Measures (3 May 2023)

James Browne: As the Deputy will be aware, the Gambling Regulation Bill 2022 was published on 2 December 2022. The Bill sets out the framework and legislative basis for the establishment of a new, independent statutory body – Údarás Rialála Cearrbhachais na hÉireann, the Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland – and for a robust regulatory and licensing regime to regulate...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Control of Firearms (3 May 2023)

James Browne: I propose to take Questions Nos. 281, 288 and 293 together. I can advise the Deputies that I established the Firearms Expert Committee (FEC) on a non-statutory basis with representation from stakeholders, my Department and An Garda Síochána. The purpose of the FEC was to serve in an advisory capacity to me as Minister, providing guidance on a wide range of matters related...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Legislative Measures (26 Apr 2023)

James Browne: As the Deputy is aware, the 1983 Convention on the Transfer of Sentenced Persons provides the current mechanism through which a person may seek a transfer of their prison sentence between Ireland and the UK. The legislative basis for these transfers is the Transfer of Sentenced Persons Act 1995 (as amended). I am advised by officials in the Irish Prison Service, who are the competent body...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Departmental Data (25 Apr 2023)

James Browne: I propose to take Questions Nos. 396, 397, 400, 426, 429 and 430 together. I can advise the Deputies that I established the Firearms Expert Committee (FEC) on a non-statutory basis with representation from stakeholders, my Department and An Garda Síochána. The purpose of the FEC was to serve in an advisory capacity to me as Minister, providing guidance on a wide range of...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Departmental Data (25 Apr 2023)

James Browne: The Deputy will wish to be aware that, while he requested the number of firearms offences within the Dublin Metropolitan Area over the past five years, broken down by district, An Garda Síochána advised that a breakdown of incidents by Division yielded numerous data points below the reporting threshold, and as such would have been of questionable utility. In order to be of...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Probate Applications (18 Apr 2023)

James Browne: As the Deputy may be aware, the Probate Office is an office of the High Court. Under the provisions of the Courts Service Act 1998, management of the courts is the responsibility of the Courts Service, which is independent in its functions. Probate functions are also carried out by County Registrars at District Probate Registries in 14 provincial court offices, and these office holders are...