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In October 2024, Ireland and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) signed an extradition treaty aimed at facilitating the transfer of individuals wanted for serious crimes, notably targeting members of the Kinahan cartel residing in Dubai. This agreement, formalized by Ireland's Justice Minister Helen McEntee and UAE's Minister Abdullah bin Sultan bin Awad al Nuaimi, represents a significant step in international cooperation against organized crime. The treaty's implementation is expected to expedite the extradition process, enabling Irish authorities to bring alleged criminals back to face justice.Recent developments indicate that authorities are intensifying efforts to dismantle the Kinahan cartel's operations. In October 2024, Ireland and the United Arab Emirates signed an extradition treaty aimed at facilitating the transfer of individuals wanted for serious crimes, notably targeting members of the Kinahan cartel residing in Dubai. Following this agreement, key cartel member Sean McGovern was arrested in Dubai, signaling increased enforcement actions under the new treaty. This move has heightened scrutiny on other senior figures, including Christy Kinahan Jr. and Daniel Kinahan, who have been residing in the UAE. The extradition treaty enhances the legal framework for Ireland to request their return to face charges related to their alleged involvement in organized crime. As international pressure mounts, the Kinahan cartel's operations and leadership structure are facing significant challenges, potentially leading to further arrests and extraditions.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Leaders of feared Kinahan drugs cartel face being deported from the UAE to Ireland to face murder, drug-smuggling and firearms charges | Daily Mail Online

In October 2024, Ireland and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) signed an extradition treaty aimed at facilitating the transfer of individuals wanted for serious crimes, notably targeting members of the Kinahan cartel residing in Dubai. This agreement, formalized by Ireland's Justice Minister Helen McEntee and UAE's Minister Abdullah bin Sultan bin Awad al Nuaimi, represents a significant step in international cooperation against organized crime. The treaty's implementation is expected to expedite the extradition process, enabling Irish authorities to bring alleged criminals back to face justice.Recent developments indicate that authorities are intensifying efforts to dismantle the Kinahan cartel's operations. In October 2024, Ireland and the United Arab Emirates signed an extradition treaty aimed at facilitating the transfer of individuals wanted for serious crimes, notably targeting members of the Kinahan cartel residing in Dubai. Following this agreement, key cartel member Sean McGovern was arrested in Dubai, signaling increased enforcement actions under the new treaty. This move has heightened scrutiny on other senior figures, including Christy Kinahan Jr. and Daniel Kinahan, who have been residing in the UAE. The extradition treaty enhances the legal framework for Ireland to request their return to face charges related to their alleged involvement in organized crime. As international pressure mounts, the Kinahan cartel's operations and leadership structure are facing significant challenges, potentially leading to further arrests and extraditions.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Leaders of feared Kinahan drugs cartel face being deported from the UAE to Ireland to face murder, drug-smuggling and firearms charges | Daily Mail OnlineBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

Two new average speed camera systems to go live in Cavan and Mayo this weekend. Justice Minister Helen McEntee tell us more about the new systems.

Two new average speed camera systems to go live in Cavan and Mayo this weekend. Justice Minister Helen McEntee tell us more about the new systems.

Concern has emerged that figures documenting a rise in domestic abuse incidents in Clare are just the tip of the iceberg. Justice Minister Helen McEntee has revealed the number of domestic abuse incidents in the Clare/Tipperary Garda Division more than tripled over the past decade, from 719 in 2014 to 2,423 in 2023. The figures, compiled from the results of a search of the Garda PULSE system last May, also show there were 607 such incidents recorded in the first quarter of this year alone. Clare Aontú General Election Candidate June Dillon believes many more incidents go unreported and she insists the provision of adequate services as well as the promotion of societal change needs to be prioritised by Government. Clare Haven, meanwhile, has recorded an 86% increase in those seeking refuge over the past seven years and a 182% increase in the number of those availing of non-refuge supports such as legal support, mental health support or counselling services. Acting Manager of Service, Brenda Breathnach has described as "staggering" the number of people who have passed through their doors seeking help and she's warning the rising numbers are not sustainable.

Justice Minister Helen McEntee is in Abu Dhabi today to sign a bilateral extradition treaty with the United Arab Emirates (UAE).Government approval of the treaty came last Friday, with hopes that it will allow for senior members of the Kinahan cartel to be returned to Ireland in order to face trial.Justice MInister Helen McEntee joins Kieran to discuss.

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Last Friday, Culture Night in Dublin, the Tola Vintage shop in Temple Bar's annual block party was shut down by the Gardaí, and three people were arrested. The police actions were met with criticism for the use of excessive force and suggestions of an underlying racial motivation.The Gardaí's statement about the matter cited "public safety concerns" but that doesn't explain how an innocuous gathering of people inside and outside a vintage shop escalated into baton-charging, threats of pepper-spray and a disproportionate number of guards clearing the busy Temple Bar area with an unwarranted heavy-handiness.The incident happened, in an increasingly hostile environment for minority communities in Ireland. Why was a block party in Temple Bar, that was giving no immediate pressing trouble, met with violence, while violence at far right protests and the burning of buildings earmarked for asylum seekers goes unpunished?Ireland is seeing an increasing number of anti-immigrant accounts online, and the verbal abuse of people of colour has increased, while just this week, the government's Justice Minister Helen McEntee has dropped the incitement or hate speech sections of the Criminal Justice Bill.On this week's podcast, we talk to Silent Jee, a DJ on the night about what went down from his perspective, and how the guards showing up at the block party is nothing new. We explore how these kinds of actions are familiar to black and POC in Ireland's creative community. We talk to Mo Cultivation's Bekah Molony about what allies and peers can do and how nothing has changed since the Black Lives Matter movement in 2020. Things have arguably gone the other way.* Support Nialler9 on Patreon, get event discounts, playlists, ad-free episodes and join our Discord communityListen on Apple | Android | ACAST | Patreon | Pocketcasts | CastBox | Stitcher | Spotify | RSS Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Justice Minister Helen McEntee.

Claire Brock sits down with Justice Minister Helen McEntee to discuss a wide range of issues, while Ciara Doherty talks US Presidential Debate with Mick Mulvaney, Scott Lucas, Harry Browne, Saoirse Hanley and Richard Chambers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Helen McEntee exclusively discusses the defining moments of her time as Minister for Justice, including her work on domestic violence, immigration and the bomb threat that saw her family evacuated from their home. Host: Ellen Coyne Guest: Helen McEnteeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Clare's Criminal Barristers have begun withdrawing their services today, as part of three days of planned industrial action. The legal professionals are warning of a potential recruitment crisis in the sector, unless pay cuts introduced in response to the recession in 2009 are reversed. Criminal cases at sixteen courthouses, including Ennis won't be heard today as cases cannot proceed without the presence of a criminal barrister. The pay dispute, which has resulted in the withdrawal of services by Barristers, has the potential to cause a significant case backlog, as two more days of industrial action are planned later this month. The demonstration is aiming to reverse cuts introduced in 2009 under the Financial Emergency Measures in the Public Interest Act (FEMPI), which have still not been restored, despite a public sector pay agreement in place to do so. Last June, Justice Minister Helen McEntee told a barristers conference "there was no good reason fee restoration had not yet taken place." Barrister Lorcan Connolly from Ennis says the situation is placing the sustainability of the entire criminal justice at risk. According to the Bar Council of Ireland, two-thirds of Criminal Barristers will leave the profession within their first six years. The Council also claims that before barristers received a 10% restoration in budget 2024, their pay was 40% below 2002 levels in real terms. Barrister Amy Nix from Quin is now in her fifth year of the profession, says parity is urgently needed to ensure skilled, competent and sensitive professionals are serving in the courtrooms of Clare long into the future. It remains to be seen if Clare's Criminal Barristers will get the justice they're searching for, but for now the ball is firmly in the government's court.

In light of a number of recent court cases the Justice Minister Helen McEntee has said that there is an 'epidemic' of violence against women in Ireland.Noeline Blackwell, solicitor, and Louise Crowley, director of the Bystander Intervention programme, join The Last Word to discuss how gender based violence can be better prevented and how victims can be better supported.Catch the full discussion by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

In this episode, Niall delves into whether the EU Migration Pact benefits Ireland. The legislation recently passed in the Dáil by a narrow margin, with 79 TDs voting in favor and 72 against. The government argues that the pact will enhance Ireland's asylum system, but opposition TDs have raised concerns about potential erosion of sovereignty and the risk of financial penalties from the EU.Niall explores the perspectives surrounding the pact, referencing debates and statements from key figures, including Independent Ireland and TD Mattie McGrath, who expressed significant reservations. Justice Minister Helen McEntee supports the pact, highlighting its potential for faster application processing, stronger border security, and quicker returns for those without valid claims.Niall opens up the lines to callers, who share their views on whether the EU Migration Pact is beneficial for Ireland.Some callers believe the pact is advantageous, providing a framework for faster asylum processing and enhancing border security. They argue that collaboration with other EU countries is essential for effectively managing migration and ensuring that those in genuine need of protection receive it swiftly, while those without valid claims are returned promptly.Other callers oppose the pact, viewing it as a threat to Ireland's sovereignty, handing over control of immigration policy to Brussels. They are concerned about the financial implications and the potential strain on already limited resources. They argue that the pact could lead to increased immigration without adequate vetting and undermine Ireland's ability to make independent decisions based on its unique needs.Niall wraps up by summarizing the varied viewpoints, reflecting on the balance between maintaining national control and cooperating within the EU framework.

Natasha O'Brien is the young woman who was viciously attacked by Private Cathal Crotty. Her case quickly caused national outrage and sparked multiple demonstrations, highlighting, in Natasha's view, how badly Ireland's criminal justice system treats victims of violent crime. She is seeking a change in our sentencing laws, saying that if Justice Minister Helen McEntee “doesn't have a plan, then she needs to step down". Host: Tabitha Monahan Guests: Natasha O'Brien and Ruth CoppingerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

jQuery(document).ready(function(){ cab.clickify(); }); Original Podcast with clickable words html> lang="en"> /> Unavailable Unavailable Contact: irishlingos@gmail.com An internal case has been initiated regarding a single soldier. Tús curtha le cás inmheánach maidir le saighdiúir singil. The Defense Forces of Ireland have begun an internal case regarding a soldier who pleaded guilty to brutally assaulting a woman who was left unconscious and speechless as a result. Tá tús curtha ag Óglaigh na hÉireann le cás inmheánach maidir le saighdiúir a phléadáil ciontach in ionsaí brúidiúil a dhéanamh ar bhean a fágadh gan aithne gan urlabhra dá bharr. In a court in Limerick yesterday, Single Soldier Cathal Crotty, aged 22, was given a three-year suspended prison sentence for the attack. I gcúirt i Luimneach inné, gearradh trí bliana príosúin ar fionraí ar an Saighdiúir Singil Cathal Crotty, 22 bliain d'aois, faoin ionsaí. In a statement, the Defense Forces declared that the internal case could not be started or that the civil case in court was over. I ráiteas, dhearbhaigh Óglaigh na hÉireann nár féadadh tús a chur leis an gcás inmheánach nó go raibh an cás sibhialta sa chúirt thart. The statement said that the soldier's Commanding Officer now had "various options" according to the Defense Forces Regulations. Dúradh sa ráiteas go raibh "roghanna éagsúla" anois ag Oifigeach Ceannais an tsaighdiúra de réir Rialacháin Óglaigh na hÉireann. The statement praised the woman who was attacked by Cathal Crotty – Natasha O'Brien, aged 24 – for her courage and prayed for her. Moladh sa ráiteas an bhean ar ionsaigh Cathal Crotty í – Natasha O'Brien, 24 bliain d'aois – as a mhisniúla a bhí sí agus guíodh biseach uirthi. Natasha O'Brien said yesterday, however, that it was neither right nor fair to impose a suspended prison term on the soldier. Dúirt Natasha O'Brien inné, ámh, nach raibh sé ceart ná cóir téarma príosúin ar fionraí a ghearradh ar an saighdiúir. The court was told that Cathal Crotty, from Ardnacroise in Co Clare, attacked Natasha O'Brien on O'Connell Street in Limerick on 29 May 2022. Dúradh sa chúirt gur ionsaigh Cathal Crotty, as Ard na Croise i gCo an Chláir, Natasha O'Brien ar Shráid Uí Chonaill i Luimneach ar an 29 Bealtaine 2022. Cathal Crotty had spent the evening drinking and when he started shouting insults at people in the street Natasha O'Brien asked him to stop. Bhí an tráthóna caite ag Cathal Crotty ag ól agus nuair a chuaigh sé ag caitheamh maslaí le daoine ar an tsráid in ard a ghutha d'iarr Natasha O'Brien air éirí as. It was then that he attacked her and hit her at least six times. Ba ansin a d'ionsaigh sé í agus bhuail í sé huaire ar a laghad. When the Gardaí first arrested him he told them it was the woman who started the altercation but when he was shown video from security cameras which showed otherwise he pleaded guilty to the attack. Nuair a ghabh na Gardaí é ar an gcéad dul síos dúirt sé leo gurbh í an bhean a thosaigh an t-achrann ach nuair a taispeánadh físeán ó cheamaraí slándála dó a léirigh a mhalairt phléadáil sé ciontach san ionsaí. It was also said that the soldier was complaining about the attack on the social media Snapchat. Dúradh freisin go raibh an saighdiúir ag maíomh as an ionsaí ar an meán sóisialta Snapchat. The Director of Public Prosecutions has four weeks to appeal against the leniency of the sentence but no announcement has yet been made. Tá ceithre seachtaine ag an Stiúrthóir Ionchúiseamh Poiblí le achomharc a dhéanamh in aghaidh bhoige na pianbhreithe ach níl aon fhógra déanta faoi sin fós. Justice Minister Helen McEntee praised Natasha O'Brien for speaking openly and bravely about the vicious attack on her. Mhol an tAire Dlí agus Cirt Helen McEntee Natasha O'Brien as labhairt go hoscailte agus go cróga faoin ionsaí fíochmhar a rinneadh uirthi. RTÉ News and Current Affairs Nuacht agus Cúrsaí Reatha RTÉ

The amount paid to garda reserves will be as much as triple under plans announced by Justice Minister Helen McEntee.Up to €3,000 will be paid to reserve members for 200 hours of volunteering, a significant increase from the current €1,000 offered for at least 100 hours. What do you think? Would this encourage you to join? Andrea is joined by former Gardaí and listeners to hear their thoughts.

Justice Minister Helen McEntee unveils plans on police body cams and she discussed this and more with Anton this morning on the show.

Fianna Fail Senator, Malcolm Byrne has reiterated calls for Justice Minister Helen McEntee to proceed with the Bill to Prevent Protests Outside Private Residences. We speak to Malcolm to discuss further.

A European election candidate for this region believes Ireland needs to opt out of the EU migration pact to retain control over the number of Asylum Seekers entering the country. In March, Justice Minister Helen McEntee received approval to opt into measures of the pact which will include a greater emphasis on returning unsuccessful International Protection Applications to their country of origin. Under the Lisbon Treaty, Ireland is one of three member states that can opt-out of EU laws on freedom, security and justice, unless it voluntarily decides not to. Leader of Ireland First and Ireland South Candidate, Derek Blighe says the Government is losing all control of the situation.

Growing concerns for both politicians and their staff members have led to calls for all members of the Oireachtas to be provided with personal panic buttons. This follows the recent protests outside the homes of Taoiseach Simon Harris and Integration Minister Roderic O'Gorman. Justice Minister Helen McEntee was also the recipient of a hoax bomb threat, on her family home. Clare politicians and local election candidates are no stranger to these issues, either; the Ennistymon Fine Gael, Senator Martin Conway is behind the proposal that members of the Oireachtas be provided with personal panic buttons, after he was harassed on five occasions over the past six weeks, both on the street and on public transport. Meanwhile, the Independent candidate for the Local Elections, Amanda Major has been subjected to harassment while erecting election posters in Ennis. To discuss this further, on Friday's Morning Focus, Alan Morrissey was joined by Fine Gael Senator from Ennistymon, Martin Conway and Independent Local Election Candidate, Ennis MD, Amanda Major.

A Clare TD has accused the Government of taking an "all or nothing" approach to immigration law in Ireland. The Cabinet sub-committee on migration is meeting today where updates are being heard on efforts to expedite the processing of asylum seeker applications. Coming in a week when the Government has received much backlash for its handling of immigration, today's meeting is discussing plans to implement a more efficient deportation system for people whose asylum applications are rejected. The Cabinet sub-committee which deals with migration is also addressing other means of easing the perceived immigration crisis such as finding more accommodation for international protection applicants currently residing here. Despite reports that the meeting would include discussion on changes to welfare payments for those fleeing the war in Ukraine, this isn't expected to be on the agenda. The meeting comes one day after the Rural Independents called for a debate on the EU Migration and Asylum Pact. Scariff Independent Deputy Michael McNamara believes the Government is conflating the laws within the pact rather than acknowledging that they can be voted on separately. It's been reported that last night's meeting of the Fianna Fáil Parliamentary Party heard Justice Minister Helen McEntee's performance has been "disastrous". There were also calls for her to appear before the next Fianna Fáil party meeting. Fianna Fáil Junior Minister Jack Chambers however claims the party has full confidence in the Justice Minister. Amid an ongoing rift between the Irish and UK governments on asylum seekers entering this country from over the border, the Tanaiste has told the Northern Ireland secretary that Gardaí will not be sent to police the border. Speaking in the House of Lords last night, former DUP deputy leader Nigel Dodds says he doesn't want the North to be a "dumping ground" for returned asylum seekers.

Justice Minister Helen McEntee has been engaged in a row over migration with UK prime minister Rishi Sunak. Ireland's worst diplomatic spat since the Brexit discussions has developed over an increased number of migrants entering the country from Northern Ireland. The source of the issue? The UK's controversial Rwanda plan. Host: Ellen Coyne. Guests: Enda Brady and Gabija Gataveckaite. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It appears the row between Ireland and the UK over migration has deepened after a planned meeting over the issue today between Justice Minister Helen McEntee and UK Home Secretary James Cleverly was cancelled. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has told ITV today he has no interest in any migrant return scheme with Ireland. To discuss Jonathan is joined by John O'Brennan, Professor of European Politics at Maynooth University and Dermot Murnaghan, Journalist and Broadcaster.

jQuery(document).ready(function(){ cab.clickify(); }); Original Podcast with clickable words https://tinyurl.com/2dovgenf Contact: irishlingos@gmail.com Meeting between McEntee and Cleverley postponed. Cruinniú idir McEntee agus Cleverley curtha ar athlá. A planned meeting between Justice Minister Helen McEntee and British Home Affairs Secretary James Cleverly has been postponed. Tá cruinniú a bhí beartaithe idir an tAire Dlí agus Cirt Helen McEntee agus Rúnaí Gnóthaí Baile na Breataine James Cleverly curtha ar athlá. The two were to discuss the controversy about asylum seekers coming to Ireland from Britain but it is said that James Cleverly is busy with other affairs today. Bhí an bheirt leis an gconspóid faoi iarrthóirí tearmainn ag teacht go hÉirinn ón mBreatain a phlé ach deirtear go bhfuil James Cleverly gafa ag gnóthaí eile inniu. The Department of Justice has confirmed that the two will discuss the matter again soon. Tá sé dearbhaithe ag an an Roinn Dlí agus Cirt go bpléifidh an bheirt an scéal arís go luath. The story relates to the concern of the Irish Government that more immigrants have been coming into the State from Northern Ireland for some time because they fear that they will be deported from the United Kingdom. Baineann an scéal leis an imní atá ar Rialtas na hÉireann go bhfuil níos mó inimirceach ag teacht isteach sa Stát ó Thuaisceart Éireann le tamall mar go bhfuil faitíos orthu go ndíbreofar as an Ríocht Aontaithe iad. Legislation was passed in Britain last week under which asylum seekers can be deported from the country and sent to Rwanda in eastern Africa. Ritheadh reachtaíocht sa Bhreatain an tseachtain seo caite faoinar féidir iarrthóirí tearmainn a dhíbirt as an tír agus a gcur go Ruanda in oirthear na hAfraice. The aim of the legislation is to prevent migrants from arriving in Britain in small boats from France. Is é is aidhm don reachtaíocht imircigh a chur ó theacht chun na Breataine i mbáid bheaga ón bhFrainc. Minister McEntee revealed last week that there had been an increase of over 80% in the number of migrants coming into the State from Northern Ireland and the British Prime Minister claimed that this showed that the new legislation although it had not yet been implemented. Thug an tAire McEntee le fios an tseachtain seo caite go raibh ardú os cionn 80 faoin gcéad tagtha ar an líon imirceach a bhí ag teacht isteach sa Stát ó Thuaisceart Éireann agus mhaigh Príomh-Aire na Breataine gur léirigh sé sin go raibh rath cheana féin ar an reachtaíocht nua cé nach raibh sé curtha i bhfeidhm fós. In light of this crime in British immigration policy, the Irish Government is considering introducing legislation that would allow asylum seekers who have landed in Britain to be sent back there. I bhfianaise an choir seo i bpolasaí inimirce na Breataine, tá Rialtas na hÉireann ag breathnú ar reachtaíocht a thabhairt isteach faoina gceadófaí iarrthóirí tearmainn a tháinig i dtír sa Bhreatain a chur ar ais ann. Yesterday, Taoiseach Simon Harris said that Ireland would not provide a loophole for other countries struggling with the issue of immigration. Inné, dúirt an Taoiseach Simon Harris nach gcuirfeadh Éire bealach éalaithe ar fáil do thíortha eile atá ag streachailt le ceist na hinimirce. It is understood that Helen McEntee and James Cleverly are to discuss the Common Travel Area between Ireland and the United Kingdom with a view to "strengthening" it. Tuigtear go bhfuil Helen McEntee agus James Cleverly chun an Comhlimistéár Taistil idir Éire agus an Ríocht Aontaithe a phlé le súil é a "neartú". According to that agreement, citizens of Ireland and the United Kingdom are allowed to travel without restriction between the two countries. De réir an chomhaontaithe sin, tá cead ag saoránaigh na hÉireann agus na Ríochta Aontaithe taisteal gan srian idir an dá thír. RTÉ News and Current Affairs Nuacht agus Cúrsaí Reatha RTÉ

Justice Minister Helen McEntee will meet the British home secretary as early as next week to discuss the phenomenon of people claiming asylum in Ireland having crossed the border from the North. Minister McEntee spoke to Johnathan this morning on the show.

We talk to Justice Minister Helen McEntee.

jQuery(document).ready(function(){ cab.clickify(); }); Original Podcast with clickable words https://tinyurl.com/2xjb8gg2 Contact: irishlingos@gmail.com "Intimidation of politicians harms democracy". "Déanann imeaglú ar pholaiteoirí dochar don daonlathas". Threats and intimidation aimed at elected representatives are damaging to democracy, said the Minister for Integration, Roderic O'Gorman today, after a group of protestors gathered outside his home last night. Déanann bagairtí agus imeaglú atá dírithe ar ionadaithe tofa dochar don daonlathas, a dúirt an tAire Lánpháirtíochta, Roderic O'Gorman inniu, i ndiaidh do ghrúpa daoine a bhí i mbun agóide a bhailiú taobh amuigh dá theach cónaithe aréir. They were wearing face coverings and carrying anti-immigration signs. Bhí clúdaigh aghaidhe á gcaitheamh acu agus bhí comharthaí frith- inimirce á n-iompar acu. The Gardaí from Blancheir attended the scene, of which no one was arrested. D'fhreastail na Gardaí ó Bhaile Bhlainséir ar an láthair, acu níor gabhadh aon duine. "I want to thank the Gardai", Minister O'Gorman said today. "Ba mhaith liom buíochas a ghabháil leis na Gardaí", a dúirt an tAire O'Gorman inniu. "We have a strong tradition of democracy in this country. "Tá traidisiún láidir daonlathais againn sa tír seo. Representatives are accountable to the public they serve. Tá ionadaithe freagrach don phobal a bhfreastalaíonn siad air. It's easy to contact us and give us feedback. Tá sé furasta teagmháil a dhéanamh linn agus tuairimí a chur in iúl dúinn. There are debates and disagreements between us, sometimes. Bíonn díospóireachtaí eadarainn agus easaontas, uaireanta. But respect is always shown. Ach léirítear meas i gcónaí. We place a high value on respect in this country; it is particularly valued by politicians. Tá luach ard againn ar mheas sa tír seo; tá luach ar leith ag polaiteoirí air. But intimidation of elected representatives will damage that relationship between representatives and their communities. Ach déanfaidh imeaglú ar ionadaithe tofa dochar don chaidreamh sin idir ionadaithe agus a bpobail. And democracy will be damaged as a result." Agus déanfar dochar don daonlathas dá bharr." The Taoiseach, Simon Harris, indicated earlier today that he feels "uneasy" about the incident in front of Roderic O'Gorman's house yesterday. Thug an Taoiseach, Simon Harris, le fios níos luaithe inniu go mbraitheann sé "míshuaimneach" faoin eachtra os comhair theach Roderic O'Gorman inné. He said it was a frightening incident, one that would demoralize an elected representative. Dúirt sé gur eachtra scanrúil a bhí ann, a chuirfeadh drochmhisneach ar ionadaí tofa. Justice Minister Helen McEntee said she had spoken to the Garda Commissioner about the "appalling" incident. Dúirt an tAire Dlí agus Cirt, Helen McEntee, gur labhair sí le Coimisinéir na nGardaí faoin eachtra "uafásach". In a statement on social media, she said the minister's "privacy and property rights" had been violated, "in a way that would shock anyone." I ráiteas ar na meáin shóisialta, dúirt sí go ndearnadh "sárú ar chearta príobháideachais agus maoine" an aire, "ar shlí a gcuirfeadh samhnas ar dhuine."

Justice Minister Helen McEntee has said she has spoken to the Garda Commissioner about what she described as a 'disgusting' situation where a group of protestors wearing masks gathered outside Minister Roderick O'Gorman's home last evening. Senator Pauline O'Rielly, Chair of the Green Party and Martin Kenny, Sinn Fein TD for Sligo/Leitrim, react.

PJ talks to Justice Minister Helen McEntee about making our roads safer and out streets safer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Where are the guards? Why is Cork so short of them - the Minister for Justice is live in studio..Creche places - waiting lists that are full until 2027 - it going to be an election issue...Young people skipping meals to pay their rent & lots more Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A Clare Independent TD claims the Governments new proposals to ease pressure on the immigration system will not tackle the root of the problem. Cabinet will discuss plans today that will favour the use of state reception centres to house International Protection Applicants rather than relying on private providers. Justice Minister Helen McEntee will also propose that Ireland opts into the new EU Migration Pact that would commit to enhance border screening and a legally binding time frame for application decisions. Scariff Deputy Michael McNamara has been telling Clare FM's Daragh Dolan the Government has a track record of failing to enforce its own legislation.

The Chief Medical Officer has requested a Health Impact Assessment be carried out on proposed legislation which extends opening hours of pubs and nightclubs. Professor Breda Smyth has written to the Justice Minister Helen McEntee, urging her to give consideration to carrying out the assessment. It comes weeks after the Road Safety Authority expressed concerns the passage of the Sale of Alcohol Bill would lead to an increase in road deaths. The Bill would extend the opening hours of late bars to 2:30am, and nightclubs to 6am. To discuss this further, Alan Morrissey was joined by Maurice Walsh, Owner of Durty Nellys in Bunratty and Maedhbh Firmino da Silva Santos, Deputy Manager of Bushypark Addiction Treatment Centre. Picture (c) by Aleksandar Pasaric from Pexels via Canva

In this episode, Niall explores the question of whether Ireland should opt into the EU Migration Pact. The proposed pact allows member states the option of paying a monetary contribution to the EU rather than accepting migrants. Justice Minister Helen McEntee seeks government approval for Ireland's participation, emphasizing the potential benefits of more effective processing of applications and enhanced security measures.Some callers advocate for Ireland to sign up to the EU Migration Pact, viewing it as a proactive step towards addressing migration challenges collectively at the European level. They highlight the structured framework it offers for managing migration and the potential for more efficient asylum application processing.Conversely, other callers vehemently oppose Ireland's participation in the pact, citing concerns about the strain it could place on resources and the potential impact on Irish citizens. They argue that Ireland should prioritize addressing the needs of its own citizens before taking on additional migration commitments, expressing worries about potential fines and the strain on resources.As the discussion unfolds, Niall navigates through these differing perspectives, weighing the potential benefits and drawbacks of Ireland signing up to the EU Migration Pact and considering its implications for the country's migration policies and resources.

The Association of Garda Sergeants and Inspectors will today call on Justice Minister Helen McEntee to introduce mandatory sentencing for assaults on gardai following a rise in incidents against members of the force. We ask how the Minister is likely to be received as she addresses the AGSI conference with Kevin Bolger, member of the AGSI National Executive and also Liz Dunphy, Journalist with the Irish Examiner.

It comes amid questions over the life of the coalition at Leinster House, after outgoing Taoiseach Leo Varadkar announced his resignation. Simon Harris is leading the race to be named as the next leader of Fine Gael and Taoiseach of the 33rd Dáil. The Minister for Further and Higher Education is yet to formally announce his leadership bid, but he has already far exceeded the necessary six nominations needed, with Ennistymon Senator Martin Conway among those already declaring support. Justice Minister Helen McEntee was among the early favourites to contest the bid, but has since ruled herself out of contention. Other potential challengers, Social Protection Minister Heather Humphries and the most likely rival Minister for Expenditure Pascal Donohoe have yet to through their hat into the ring. Concerns over the democratic nature of the Taoiseach selection process has triggered calls from all opposition parties for an immediate general election. Clare's Fine Gael Chair doesn't have a preferred candidate at this point, but former TD and Senator, Kilkee native Madeleine Taylor-Quinn, believes there's still stability within the coalition and that it should run its full course. Clare's Fianna Fáil TD, meanwhile, believes voters will be returning to the polling booth for a Christmas General Election. Cathal Crowe has paid tribute to outgoing Taoiseach Leo Varadkar for his support for Garda Whistleblower Maurice McCabe, his handling of the Brexit Trade Agreement and for achieving economic growth. The Meelick Deputy insists there is still consensus and energy within the current government to deliver its programme, but says an election will be called in the final quarter of the year, for logistical reasons, rather than public discontent.

Following Leo Varadkar's resignation as Taoiseach and leader of Fine Gael yesterday, Justice Minister Helen McEntee joined Andrea Gilligan on Lunchtime Live to discuss who she will be backing as Ireland's next Taoiseach...

The Mayor of Clare is facing pressure to condemn the United States' support of Israel during his St.Patrick's Day trip. Cathaoirleach Joe Cooney will visit New York on March 17th, where he will meet his equivalent office holder, with Justice Minister Helen McEntee also expected to travel. Although the US has pledged to build a temporary port in Gaza to deliver humanitarian aid, the same administration also provided Israel with €3.8b in military aid just last year. Maghera Fianna Fáil Councillor Pat Hayes insists Clare's delegation has a major opportunity to address the situation, which cannot be wasted.

A member of Clare's Joint Policing Committee is calling for the number of gardaí serving in this county's drug unit to be doubled. New figures released by Justice Minister Helen McEntee show there are just three gardaí in Clare's divisional drug unit, which is the second-lowest total in the country and well below the national average of 11. Up to September last year, 265 drug related offences were recorded in Clare, while in the same timeframe 658 such incidents were documented in Tipperary. Sixmilebridge Independent Councillor PJ Ryan says it is a serious issue.

Pat Leahy and Cormac McQuinn join Hugh Linehan to look back on the week in politics:The latest Irish Times/Ipsos B&A poll shows support for Sinn Féin took a significant dent, down six points – its lowest level in three years. As Pat explains, a lack of clarity around immigration and the misstep that was the ill-judged motion of no confidence in Justice Minister Helen McEntee last December are just two reasons why the party are losing ground to smaller parties and Independents.And data from the poll also threw up some interesting insights into what way voters will vote in both proposals in the upcoming referendums recognising non-marital families and care in the Constitution, and how much they know actually about what they are voting for.Former taoiseach John Bruton passed away this week, the panel discuss the profound consequences of his time leading government, not least the beginning of runaway economic success and the road to the Good Friday Agreement.Plus, they pick their favourite Irish Times articles of the week, on diverse topics: Ukraine war updates, Dublin traffic transformation and Dee Forbes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Two countries are to be added to Ireland's list of "safe countries", under a plan brought to Cabinet today by the Justice Minister Helen McEntee. The countries are Algeria and Botswana , Jim O Callaghan, FF Justice Spokesperson & Nick Henderson, CEO Irish Refugee Council.

Justice Minister Helen McEntee joined Kieran in studio to discuss protests regarding the housing of asylum seekers, Gardaí presence in Dublin City and changes to CAB...

On today's Inside Politics podcast, Cormac McQuinn and Pat Leahy join Hugh Linehan to look back on the week in politics:There's been a lukewarm reception to Cabinet-approved plans for referendums to amend the Constitution when it comes to removing the reference to the role of women in the home; and expanding the concept of the family within the constitution. The wording is not inspiring Key civil society groups.With Paschal Donohoe not ruling himself out of the running for the top job at the International Monetary Fund, what could the potential impact be if he took the role with a general election looming next year?And following the recent Dublin riots, was Sinn Féin's inevitable motion of no confidence in Justice Minister Helen McEntee a misstep?Plus, the ‘rap of the week' on the wrap of the week comes from Conor McGregor. Has the UFC star developed political aspirations? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A fractious week for Mary Lou Macdonald saw her party fail to oust Justice Minister Helen McEntee while the Dáil debate brought fresh questions around Sinn Féin's historic and recent records on law and order. Do recent opinion polls spell trouble for the opposition party or is this just a blip on their way to power? Host: Fionnán Sheahan | Guests: Gabija Gataveckaite and Paul WilliamsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A discussion on GAA Go's Cork hurling fixtures, TD Michael McNamara on Justice Minister Helen McEntee, and Brendan O'Sullivan from UCC's Planning School on last night's RTÉ Investigates. Tune into the Neil Prendeville Show weekdays from 9am on Cork's Red FM. May contain sensitive content.

Mícheál Lehane, Political Correspondent, outlines plans going before Cabinet today ahead of a 'no confidence' vote in Justice Minister Helen McEntee.

The Minister for Further and Higher Education was in Tralee today to announce funding for projects in the Munster Technological University, both for Kerry and Cork. Jerry also asked him about current controversies including Sinn Féin’s motion of no confidence in Justice Minister Helen McEntee.

Pat Leahy, Political Editor, Irish Times

Pearse Doherty, Sinn Féin's Finance Spokesperson, addresses claims his party is "playing politics" with last Thursday's riots in Dublin.

Hildegarde Naughton, Government Chief Whip and Minister of State, responds to calls by Sinn Féin for Justice Minister Helen McEntee to resign in the aftermath of last week's riots in Dublin.