Department of Justice

Míle buíochas leis na baill foirne, ceoltóirí agus filí go léir as páirt a ghlacadh i gceiliúradh an lae inné ar Sheachtain an Gaeilge. Féile idirnáisiúnta Ghaeilge is ea Seachtain na Gaeilge, atá ar cheann de na ceiliúrthaí is mó ar ár dteanga dhúchais agus ar ár gcultúr a bhíonn ar siúl gach bliain in Éirinn. #gaeilge

Last week, we had the pleasure of welcoming colleagues from across the criminal justice sector and academia to an event that centered on leveraging data for informed decision-making in the criminal justice field.   Forensic Science Ireland FSI, Irish Prison Service and Legal Aid Board shared insights into different approaches and challenges in utilising data to inform decision making. This was complimented by presentations from researchers at Trinity College Dublin, Maynooth University and University of Limerick on a range of topics utilising different data sources.   We would like to express our gratitude to all the presenters and participants who contributed to the success of the event. Your insights and expertise enriched the discussions. Thank you for your valuable contributions to this meaningful dialogue. 

Iarrtar iarratais ar Phainéal na hOifige um Chosaint Idirnáisiúnta agus ar an bPainéal Aisdúichithe. Chun tuilleadh faisnéise a fháil agus chun iarratas a dhéanamh, téigh chuig: https://bit.ly/416Baom

💜 To celebrate International Women's Day 2025, we held an in-person panel discussion called 'Supporting Women in the Justice Sector.' A big thank you to everyone who took part and supported this event. International Women's Day is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. Today also marks a call to action for accelerating gender parity. Significant activity is witnessed worldwide as groups come together to celebrate women's achievements or rally for women's equality. #AccerlateAction #IWD

The Minister for Justice, Jim O'Callaghan T.D. has signed the order to commence parts of the Gambling Regulation Act 2024 to enable the Authority to become operational and the order to establish Údarás Rialála Cearrbhachais na hÉireann, the Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland, on a statutory basis. Minister O’Callaghan has also approved the appointment of the seven members of this new, independent Authority, Mr. Paul Quinn has been appointed as chair of the Authority and the other newly appointed members are as follows: • Ms. Celine Craig • Ms. Marion Kelly • Ms. Rita Purcell • Mr. David Hickson • Mr. Michael McGrath • Dr. Colin O’Driscoll Read more below https://lnkd.in/euR9j-FT

Applications are invited to the International Protection Office and Repatriation Panels. To read more and apply, please visit: https://bit.ly/416Baom

The Minister for Justice, Jim O’Callaghan TD, has confirmed that chartered deportation flights have recommenced in order to enforce Ireland’s immigration laws. This is the first operation conducted under a contract signed by the State last November for the provision of charter aircraft for these purposes. Further operations will be conducted as the year progresses. Read more https://lnkd.in/e-WsgGEE

‘Hardest Stories’ is the first national awareness-raising campaign by Cuan, DSGBV Agency Minister Jim O'Callaghan TD launched this new campaign today to raise awareness of domestic and sexual violence, focusing on the importance of victims and survivors telling their story. The campaign – with a tagline of ‘The stories that are hardest to tell need to be told’ - aims to shine a light on particular stories of violence, while acknowledging that too many of these stories exist, and to empower people to tell their own story. Read More Below https://lnkd.in/eT7U2YNa Is é ‘Na Scéalta is Deacra’ an chéad fheachtas náisiúnta múscailte feasachta riamh de chuid Cuan, an Ghníomhaireacht um Fhoréigean Baile, Gnéasach agus Inscnebhunaithe (FBGIB). Tá sé mar aidhm leis an bhfeachtas, a bhfuil ‘Na scéalta is deacra a insint, is gá iad a insint’ mar shluán aige, léargas a thabhairt ar scéalta ar leith ar fhoréigean, agus aitheantas á thabhairt go bhfuil an iomarca scéalta den sórt sin ann, agus daoine a chumhachtú chun a scéal féin a insint. https://lnkd.in/e4UueGJJ #HardestStories #domesticviolence

NEWS 👋 The Cuan, DSGBV Agency dedicated to tackling and reducing domestic, sexual and gender-based violence is now LIVE on Linkedin. We encourage all our followers to follow their new page for all their latest updates, initiatives, and opportunities. Your support can help amplify their important work. https://lnkd.in/eKjCgeVN #DSGBV #ZeroTolerance

Closing Soon. ⌛ Are you interested in a career in policing?🚨 The closing date for applications for Garda Trainee 2025 is Thursday 27th February. As a member of An Garda Síochána you will operate on the front line, supporting victims and witnesses, providing reassurance and instilling confidence. You will also be in a position to make a proactive contribution to your area, building relationships and trust within the community. An Garda Síochána is committed to creating a police service that is fully representative of all Ireland’s diverse communities, and applications are welcome from all backgrounds to create a police force that is reflective of the increasing diversity of Irish society. Apply now 👉https://bit.ly/LI_Org_GT25 #itsajobworthdoing #CareersThatMatter #TheresAPublicJobForThat