Micheál Martin (Cork South Central, Fianna Fail)
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230. To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality to outline the reform measures that have been implemented in his Department since January 2018; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [29027/18]

Charles Flanagan (Laois, Fine Gael)
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Over recent years, and with the commitment of the Management Board and all staff, my Department has implemented an extensive range of reforms including a new Culture and Values Charter, as well as increased engagement with stakeholders, both internal and external. Significant progress has also been made in strengthening governance structures within the Department and with its Agencies. This work has continued during 2018.

In addition, and as the Deputy is aware, an independent change implementation group - the "Effectiveness and Renewal Group for the Department of Justice and Equality" was established in January to review and support the process of reform in my Department. The Group has been engaging directly with my Department, its external stakeholders and others in conducting its work. In line with its terms of reference, the Group submitted its first initial report to myself and the Taoiseach on 29 June. The Report will be submitted to Government for approval in the near future, following which it will be published.