Written Answers Nos. 662-681
662. Deputy Catherine Murphy asked the Minister for Justice the contingency plans in place for the extension of validity for workplace employment permits as in the case of a person (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [25087/20]
View answerTo ensure that those with employment permits can continue to have their immigration registration maintained, on 18 September 2020, I announced a further temporary extension of immigration and international protection permissions to 20 January 2021. This applies to immigration permissions that are due to expire between 20 September 2020 and 20 January 2021.
Renewal is on the same basis as the existing permission and the same conditions will continue to apply. This gives the person concerned the necessary time to make arrangements with the Immigration Service in Dublin or An Garda Síochána outside Dublin to ensure that their registration is renewed in the normal way by that date. I encourage the person to do so at the earliest opportunity.
While permissions have been automatically extended; all renewals in the Dublin area are now being processed online only and the system has been available for all applicants since 20 July 2020 at https://inisonline.jahs.ie . Renewal applications continue to be accepted.
Registrations outside of the Dublin area are processed by the Garda National Immigration Bureau through the Garda Station network. Information on the contact details for all the registration offices outside Dublin is available at: https://www.garda.ie/en/about-us/our-departments/office-of-corporate-communications/news-media/reopening-of-registration-offices.html .
Any extension of the validity of an employment permit is a matter for the Department of Business, Enterprise and Innovation.
663. Deputy Catherine Murphy asked the Minister for Justice the number of visas due to expire in September and October 2020; the number of appointments that have been informed to renew same; the number that remain outstanding due to backlogs; the measures in place to communicate to applicants the steps they should take if their permit is due to expire; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [25088/20]
View answerThe Immigration Service of my Department is currently processing approximately 16,000 applications from people seeking to renew their immigration registration.
Significant demand accumulated during the four months that the Registration Office was closed due to COVID-19. To assist in addressing this demand, a new online system for the renewal of Registrations in the Dublin area was developed and launched on 20 July, enabling applicants to safely engage with the Registration Office without the need to attend in person at Burgh Quay.
Since the launch of the new online renewal system, my Department has received over 27,000 applications from people who would otherwise have had to attend the Registration Office in person. The volume of applications, together with the reduced capacity of the Registration Office due to social distancing requirements, has resulted in longer than anticipated processing times. The current expected processing time is 6 to 7 weeks from the date of receipt. However, my officials have already completed approximately 11,000 of these cases.
Due to the introduction of COVID-19 pandemic restrictions in March 2020, over 4,500 appointments for first time registrations were cancelled at that time. The Registration Office has processed over 4,000 in-person first time registrations since reopening the public office in August 2020.
My Department recognises the difficulties that delays may cause for applicants and it is providing additional resources to the Registration Office to increase its capacity to handle current demand. Where an applicant urgently needs their passport for travel or other such reasons, they should email the Registration Office at burghquayregoffice@justice.ie and set out the circumstances involved.
I announced on the 18 September a further temporary extension of immigration and international protection permissions to 20 January 2021. This applies to permissions that are due to expire between 20 September 2020 and 20 January 2021. Renewal is on the same basis as the existing permission and the same conditions will continue to apply.
The extension provides the necessary time to make arrangements with the Immigration Service in Dublin or An Garda Síochána outside Dublin to ensure that registrations are renewed in the normal way by that date. I encourage people to do so at the earliest opportunity and not to wait until January to do so.
All renewals in the Dublin area are being processed online only since 20 July 2020, at: https://inisonline.jahs.ie. Renewals outside of the Dublin area are processed by the Garda National Immigration Bureau through the Garda Station network. Information on the contact details for all the registration offices outside Dublin is available at: https://www.garda.ie/en/about-us/our-departments/office-of-corporate-communications/news-media/reopening-of-registration-offices.html .
664. Deputy Holly Cairns asked the Minister for Justice if her attention has been drawn to the case of a person (details supplied) who faces a deportation order despite a large campaign in support of this asylum claim; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [25191/20]
View answer671. Deputy Paul Murphy asked the Minister for Justice if the deportation order of a person (details supplied) will be rescinded; and if their asylum application will be processed in Ireland. [25265/20]
View answerI propose to take Questions Nos. 664 and 671 together.
The person concerned is the subject of a transfer decision to the United Kingdom by the International Protection Office (IPO) of my Department, under the EU Dublin III Regulation, which determines the State responsible for examining a protection application. The transfer decision was subsequently affirmed on appeal to the International Protection Appeals Tribunal.
I understand that the matter is now the subject of judicial review proceedings and it would not be appropriate for me to make any further comment at this time.
The person concerned remains legally obliged to comply with any reporting requirements placed on them by the Garda National Immigration Bureau, until this process has been concluded.
Queries in relation to the status of individual immigration cases may be made directly to the Immigration Service of my Department by e-mail using the Oireachtas Mail facility which has been specifically established for this purpose. This service enables up to date information on such cases to be obtained without the need to seek information by way of the Parliamentary Questions process. The Deputy may consider using the e-mail service except in cases where the response is, in the Deputy’s view, inadequate or too long awaited.
665. Deputy Holly Cairns asked the Minister for Justice if she will provide details of the immigration status given to individuals that are waiting for a decision on EUTR review applications; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [25192/20]
View answer667. Deputy Holly Cairns asked the Minister for Justice if persons that are waiting for an EUTR review decision are permitted to work or to claim Covid-19 pandemic emergency payments; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [25194/20]
View answerI propose to take Questions Nos. 665 and 667 together.
A person who applies for a Residence Card on the basis of being a Qualified Family Member (QFM) of an EU National will generally be granted a Temporary Stamp 4 (TS4) of 6-9 months duration, on application, pending the processing of their application. A TS4 enables a person to live and work in the State.
If their application is refused, and they apply for a Review of this decision, another Temporary Stamp 4 will generally be issued to them, pending the Review application being processed, and a final review decision issuing. A successful QFM applicant at either application stage or Review stage will be issued a Residence card of 5 years duration (Stamp 4 EUFam).
Permitted Family Member (PFM) applicants, unlike Qualified Family Member applicants, are not issued with a temporary stamp on application or review. If a PFM applicant is deemed to be a PFM of an EU Citizen exercising their Treaty Rights, under the terms of the Directive, either when their application is processed, or when their review decision is processed, they will be issued a Residence Card of 5 years duration. (Stamp4 EUFam).
Anyone who has lost their job as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic can apply to the Department of Employment Affairs and Social Protection for the Pandemic Unemployment Payment.
666. Deputy Holly Cairns asked the Minister for Justice if she will provide details of the pending EUTR reviews according to nationality in tabular form; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [25193/20]
View answerUnder Regulation 25 of the European Communities (Free Movements of Persons) Regulations 2015, if an applicant believes that there was an error in fact or in law in reaching their initial EU Treaty Rights decision, they are entitled to seek a review of that decision.
A total of 2,142 review applications are currently on hand in respect of 91 different nationalities. 28 countries have 5 or more applications giving a total of 2028 review applications. The remaining 114 review applications are from 63 countries that each have 4 or less applications.
The attached table gives the breakdown by nationality for the 28 countries with 5 or more applicants. No further breakdown is provided for the 63 countries with 4 or less applications, as the small numbers involved may inadvertently lead to the identification of the individuals concerned.
There are a number of EU countries listed in the table. This refers to EU nationals who apply for a Permanent Residence Certificate (EU2) whilst based in Ireland. This may assist them with tax authorities in their country of origin, in terms of proving their residency in Ireland. The number of such applications tends to be quite small.
668. Deputy Holly Cairns asked the Minister for Justice if she will provide an update on automatic renewal of immigration permissions which are due to expire; her plans to deal with the 8 to 12 week waiting for appointments in areas outside of Dublin; her plans for the individuals that will be left without permission due to waiting times; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [25195/20]
View answerAs I announced on 18 September 2020, a further temporary extension of immigration and international protection permissions has been granted to 20 January 2021. This applies to permissions that are due to expire between 20 September 2020 and 20 January 2021 and to the same 3 primary categories of persons as before:
1. Those who are renewing their permission;
2. Those awaiting a first registration; and
3. Those in the country on a short stay visa who are unable to return home due to uncertainties caused by the coronavirus pandemic.
This provides certainty to anyone who already holds a valid permission that their legal status in this country is maintained until 20 January 2021. Renewal is on the same basis as the existing permission and the same conditions will continue to apply.
The extension provides the necessary time to make arrangements with the Immigration Service in Dublin or An Garda Síochána outside Dublin to ensure that registrations are renewed in the normal way by that date. I encourage people to do so at the earliest opportunity and not to wait until January to do so.
All renewals in the Dublin area are being processed online only since 20 July 2020, at: https://inisonline.jahs.ie. Renewals outside of the Dublin area are processed by the Garda National Immigration Bureau through the Garda Station network. Information on the contact details for all the registration offices outside Dublin is available at: https://www.garda.ie/en/about-us/our-departments/office-of-corporate-communications/news-media/reopening-of-registration-offices.html.
669. Deputy Jennifer Carroll MacNeill asked the Minister for Justice the timeline of the application for a visa stamp by a person (details supplied); when a decision will be made on the application; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [25225/20]
View answerThe person referred to by the Deputy made an application for Temporary and Limited Leave to Remain (Stamp '0') which was received by the Immigration Service of my Department on 14 September 2020. The application was acknowledged on 15 September 2020, and will be processed in accordance with the guidelines set out in the Policy Document on Non-EEA Family Reunification.
The Policy Document contains a stated business target that visa applications to join non-EEA national family members should be dealt with within six months of receipt of application. However, this is a business target and does not constitute a legal obligation. The business target reflects the detailed and often complex assessment that is required to be carried out in relation to applications for family reunification.
It is not possible to give a definitive date as to when this application will be finalised. All applications are processed in chronological order, based on date order of receipt. While every effort is made to process applications as soon as possible, processing times will vary having regard to the volume and complexity of applications, the possible need for the Immigration Service to investigate, inquire into, or seek further information, and the resources available.
The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on the way the Immigration Service Delivery function (ISD) of my Department conducts its business. In line with public health advice, ISD has implemented a suite of measures to help in reducing the spread of the virus. These measures include the implementation of remote working for Immigration Services staff in order to comply with social and physical distancing measures. Unfortunately, these measures have led to a reduction in processing capacity. While delays can be expected, including in the processing of family re-unification visa applications, ISD is operating to the best of its ability. Applicants can e-mail queries directly to Unit2residencedivision@justice.ie .
Queries in relation to the status of individual immigration cases may be made directly to my Department by e-mail using the Oireachtas Mail facility which has been specifically established for this purpose. This service enables up to date information on such cases to be obtained without the need to seek information by way of the Parliamentary Questions process. The Deputy may consider using the e-mail service except in cases where the response is, in the Deputy’s view, inadequate or too long awaited.
670. Deputy Jennifer Carroll MacNeill asked the Minister for Justice the timeline of an application by a person (details supplied) for a spouse of Irish national visa; when a decision will be made on the application; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [25254/20]
View answerThe person concerned made an application for permission to remain in the State as the spouse of an Irish national in December 2019. In order to be fair to all applicants, applications are dealt with in chronological order. The Immigration Service of my Department endeavours to process applications as quickly as possible. However, processing times may vary due to a number of factors, such as the number of applications on hands, individual circumstances, the complexity of applications, whether further information is required, and the resources available.
The Immigration Service will contact the applicant in due course and, once a decision is made, this will be communicated to the person directly.
Queries in relation to the status of individual immigration cases may be made directly to the INIS of my Department by e-mail using the Oireachtas Mail facility, which has been specifically established for this purpose. This service enables up to date information on such cases to be obtained without the need to seek information by way of the Parliamentary Questions process. The Deputy may consider using the e-mail service except in cases where the response is, in the Deputy’s view, inadequate or too long awaited.
672. Deputy Dara Calleary asked the Minister for Justice the progress made in relation to the Programme for Government commitment to review and reform defamation laws; the timeline for introduction of new legislation; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [25298/20]
View answerThe Programme for Government commits to reviewing and reforming defamation laws, to ensure a balanced approach to the right to freedom of expression, the right to protection of good name and reputation, and the right of access to justice.
My Department has already completed very extensive work on the review of the Defamation Act 2009. Completion of the review has, however, been delayed by preparation of urgent legislation arising from the COVID-19 pandemic. It is intended that the report of the review, with options for change, will be presented to me as early as possible in the autumn with a view to bringing proposals for legislative change to Government for approval in the following weeks.
The Defamation (Amendment) Bill is included in the Government’s Legislation Programme for the Autumn session 2020, which was published on 15 September.
The Review is addressing all of the issues raised in submissions made to it, including:
- Whether changes should be made to the respective roles of the judge and the jury in high court defamation cases; and
- Whether any change should be made to the level or type of damages which may be awarded in defamation cases, or to the factors to be taken into account in making that determination.
The objective set for the defamation review from the outset was to ensure that our defamation law strikes the correct balance between two rights which are both protected by our constitution and by the European Convention on Human Rights – the individual’s right to their good name and privacy, and the right to freedom of expression, taking account of the vital role played by a free and independent press in our democracy. It is a priority for me and my Department to get the reform of defamation law right, and to bring forward the required legislation at the earliest opportunity.
673. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Justice the progress to date in the determination of an application for residency in the case of a person (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [25308/20]
View answerWritten representations have been submitted on behalf of the person concerned, in response to a notification pursuant to the provisions of Section 3 of the Immigration Act 1999, as amended. These representations, together with all other information and documentation on file, will be fully considered under Section 3 (6) of the Immigration Act 1999, as amended, and all other applicable legislation, in advance of a final decision being made.
Queries in relation to the status of individual immigration cases may be made directly to my Department by e-mail using the Oireachtas Mail facility which has been specifically established for this purpose. This service enables up to date information on such cases to be obtained without the need to seek information by way of the Parliamentary Questions process. The Deputy may consider using the e-mail service except in cases where the response is, in the Deputy’s view, inadequate or too long awaited.
674. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Justice the procedure to be followed by a person (details supplied) that wishes to make an application for their spouse to join them here; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [25370/20]
View answerThe person referred to, made an application for family reunification under the provisions of the International Protection Act 2015, on 9 July 2019. The case is in the final stages of processing and a decision letter is expected to issue shortly.
Queries in relation to the status of individual immigration cases may be made directly to the Immigration Service of my Department by e-mail using the Oireachtas Mail facility which has been specifically established for this purpose. This service enables up to date information on such cases to be obtained without the need to seek information by way of the Parliamentary Questions process. The Deputy may consider using the e-mail service except in cases where the response is, in the Deputy’s view, inadequate or too long awaited.
675. Deputy Mick Barry asked the Minister for Justice the number of certificates of naturalisation issued in 2019 to persons that were born here; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [25386/20]
View answer676. Deputy Mick Barry asked the Minister for Justice the number of certificates for naturalisation that have been applied for on behalf of persons under 18 years of age in 2019; and the number of these applications that were for persons born here; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [25387/20]
View answerI propose to take Questions Nos. 675 and 676 together.
Under the Irish Nationality and Citizenship Act 2004, children born of other foreign national parents in the island of Ireland on or after 1 January 2005, are not automatically entitled to Irish citizenship.
Citizenship for a child born in Ireland may be applied for in the following circumstances:
- If one of the child's parents has 3 out of the previous 4 years reckonable residence in the island of Ireland immediately before the birth of the child, their child will be entitled to Irish citizenship.
- If neither parent has the required residence, they may apply for citizenship for their child once the child has 5 years residence in the State.
- If the child is born in the State, they may apply for citizenship for their child, once the child has 5 years residence and without obtaining citizenship themselves.
- If the minor was born outside the State, they may apply for citizenship for their child, once one parent becomes an Irish citizen themselves.
Applications received in respect of persons under 18 years of age (minors) in 2019
|
-Applications |
Numbers |
|
Applications received in respect of minors born in the State |
595 |
|
Applications received in respect of minors born outside the State |
885 |
|
Total Applications received |
1,480 |
Certificates issued in respect of persons under 18 years of age (minors) in 2019
|
Applications |
Numbers |
|
Certificates issued in respect of minors born in the State |
344 |
|
Certificates issued in respect of minors born outside the State |
544 |
|
Total Certificates issued |
898 |
Please note: Certificates issued in 2019 relate to applications received in 2019 or in earlier years.
677. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Justice further to Parliamentary Question No. 575 of 15 September 2020, if a citizenship application by a person (details supplied) was received; if the matter will receive urgent attention in view of the circumstances; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [25423/20]
View answerThe Citizenship Division of the Immigration Service of my Department has no record of the person concerned on their system. The person concerned should forward a copy of the correspondence referred to by the Deputy to the Citizenship Division at: citizenshipinfo@justice.ie, so they can investigate the matter further.
Queries in relation to the status of individual immigration cases may be made directly to the Immigration Service of my Department by e-mail using the Oireachtas Mail facility which has been specifically established for this purpose. This service enables up to date information on such cases to be obtained without the need to seek information by way of the Parliamentary Questions process. The Deputy may consider using the e-mail service except in cases where the response is, in the Deputy’s view, inadequate or too long awaited.
678. Deputy Seán Haughey asked the Minister for Justice if her attention has been drawn to concerns regarding an increase in anti-social behaviour in Dublin city centre including joyriding leading to a death, personal assaults, attacks and intimidation of innocent persons; if she will ask An Garda Síochána to take additional measures to deal with the problems; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [25444/20]
View answerAs the Deputy will be aware, the Garda Commissioner is responsible by law for the management of An Garda Síochána, including personnel matters and deployment of resources. As Minister, I have no responsibility for these matters. I am assured however that Garda management keeps the distribution of resources under continual review in the context of emerging crime trends and policing priorities.
The new Programme for Government, Our Shared Future , underlines the need for close engagement between An Garda Síochána and local communities. This is an essential feature of the strong community policing ethos which has long been central to policing in this jurisdiction. Consequently the Programme for Government commits to prioritising visible policing in rural and urban communities which will ensure community policing is at the forefront of our police service and an integral strand of our social contract with the public.
I am very conscious of how the impact of anti-social behaviour affects the quality of life for local communities. Preventing children getting involved in and diverting children away from criminality when they have already become involved is a key priority for me as Minister for Justice and the Programme for Government contains a number of commitments with regard to tackling anti-social behaviour.
Some of the measures either currently underway or due to be progressed in line with the Programme for Government include:
- A commitment to set up a special expert forum on antisocial behaviour, to consider the effectiveness of existing legislation and propose new ways forward, including new powers for An Garda Síochána and additional interventions to support parenting of offenders.
- New legislation, implementing the report of the Commission on the Future of Policing in Ireland, which will, among other elements, redefine policing to include prevention of harm to those who are vulnerable. This approach will mandate multi-agency collaboration, in conjunction with impacted communities, to address in a holistic way the range of social problems including those exploited by criminals to involve young people;
- The Joint Agency Response to Crime (JARC) programme has had success managing prolific offenders and the Programme for Government includes a commitment to extend the pilot scheme of the programme to more areas to target prolific repeat and vulnerable offenders aged 16-21;
- The Garda Youth Diversion Programme and over 100 Garda Youth Diversion Projects operate nationwide. Funding for these projects has increased every year since 2015. €15.3 million was provided in 2019 and at least €15.6 million has been committed for 2020;
- Development of a Youth Justice Strategy 2020-2026 is currently underway. This includes consideration of the full range of issues connected to children and young people at risk of coming into contact with the criminal justice system, including early intervention and preventative work, family support and diversion from crime, through to court processes and facilities, supervision of offenders, detention and reintegration and support post release.
The Deputy will also be aware that as part of the overall strategy to oppose criminality, the Garda authorities pursue a range of partnerships with community stakeholders; for example, the Community Alert Programme and the Garda Text Alert Scheme.
These projects are being progressed in parallel with record investment in An Garda Síochána. €1.88 billion has been allocated to An Garda Síochána for 2020 along with €116m in capital investment. This investment is aiding the sustained growth of the organisation and there are now more approximately 14,700 Gardaí nationwide, supported by over 3,000 Garda staff.
Extensive information is available on my Department’s website in relation to the numbers of Garda members and their assignment nationwide at the following link http://www.justice.ie/en/JELR/Pages/Garda_Workforce
This information is updated every month with the latest data provided by An Garda Síochána. Details in relation to the number of Garda staff nationwide are also available on my Department's website at the following link: http://justice.ie/en/JELR/Pages/Garda_Staff
679. Deputy Seán Haughey asked the Minister for Justice the number of persons deported from the State in each of the past five years; the nationality of those deported; the number of applicants granted leave to remain on humanitarian grounds in each of these past five years; the nationalities of those granted leave to remain; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [25446/20]
View answerThe figures sought by the Deputy for the full years 2015 to 2019 inclusive are set out in the table below.
|
-Year |
2015 |
2016 |
2017 |
2018 |
2019 |
Total |
|
Deportation Orders effected |
251 |
428 |
140 |
163 |
298 |
1,280 |
|
Discretionary permission to remain granted |
1338 |
573 |
239 |
430 |
310 |
2,890 |
In terms of the persons recorded as having been deported in that five year period, the top five nationalities involved were Nigeria, China, Pakistan, Albania and Brazil. Many more persons with a Deportation Order will have left the State on foot of their Order during the period in question but, without a system of exit checks, their departures will not have been formally recorded.
In terms of the persons recorded as having been granted discretionary permission to remain in the State in the same period, following the consideration of their cases under either section 3 of the Immigration Act 1999 (as amended) or section 49 of the International Protection Act 2015, the figures reflected in the table includes all discretionary permission to remain decisions made in that period including those granted on humanitarian grounds.
In terms of the persons recorded as having been granted discretionary permission to remain in the State in that five year period, the top five nationalities were Nigeria, Pakistan, China, the Democratic Republic of Congo and Zimbabwe.
680. Deputy Jennifer Murnane O'Connor asked the Minister for Justice the position regarding the official State recognition of partners that have been long-term cohabiters; the position regarding financial assistance and tax credits available to a person in such a situation upon the death of partner; her plans to examine the issue further; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [25447/20]
View answerPart 15 of the Civil Partnership and Certain Rights and Obligations of Cohabitants Act 2010 provides for a redress scheme for opposite-sex and same-sex cohabiting couples who are not married or registered in a civil partnership as the case may be.
This redress scheme may be activated at the end of a relationship, whether by break-up or death, and allows a financially dependent cohabitant to apply to court for a broadly similar range of orders as are available to married couples when they separate or divorce, including maintenance orders, property adjustment orders, and pension adjustment orders and related orders such as attachment of earnings orders. The aim is to provide protection for a financially dependent member of the couple if a long-term cohabiting relationship ends either through death or separation. The Act came into effect on 1 January 2011.
Section 194 of the Civil Partnership and Certain Rights and Obligations of Cohabitants Act 2010 provides that a qualified cohabitant may, after the death of his/her cohabitant, but not more than 6 months after representation has first been granted under the Succession Act 1965 in respect of the cohabitant's estate, apply to the court for an order for provision out of the deceased cohabitant's net estate. It is a matter for the court, having regard to all of the circumstances of the case, to decide whether or not to make such an order.
General taxation issues are a matter for the Minister for Finance and issues relating to entitlement to pensions are a matter for the Minister for Employment Affairs and Social Protection.
681. Deputy Jennifer Murnane O'Connor asked the Minister for Justice the position regarding the health and safety concerns expressed by the managing solicitor and staff at a law centre (details supplied) in respect of proposed relocation of premises which have been communicated to her Department previously; if she is satisfied that the proposed relocation does not warrant further and detailed examination in view of the severity of the issues highlighted with her Department previously; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [25448/20]
View answerThe Legal Aid Board provides legal advice and aid under the Civil Legal Aid Act 1995 and the Civil Legal Aid Regulations 1996-2017. The Board delivers these services through directly employed solicitors in its network of law centres around the country and through private solicitors from its private practitioner panels.
Section 3(3) of the Act provides that the Board shall, subject to the provisions of this Act, be independent in the exercise of its functions.
However, to be of assistance to the Deputy, I have had enquiries made with the Legal Aid Board, and I am informed that the Board is dealing with the matter to which the Deputy refers. I understand that it has for some years sought to obtain a new office premises as the existing location is no longer suitable for its needs. I am further informed that Legal Aid Board management is currently engaging with staff of the law centre on the matter.
