Tuesday, 17 Nov 2020

Written Answers Nos. 663-682

Prison Investigations

Questions (663)

Éamon Ó Cuív

Question:

663. Deputy Éamon Ó Cuív asked the Minister for Justice if she has set up an inquiry under section 31(2) of the Prisons Act 2007 to examine a category A complaint on foot of a report of allegations of serious malpractice made by the Inspector of Prisons regarding events in the Dóchas Centre; if so, if the report will be received from the inquiry; the actions taken in the meantime to ensure the well-being of all prisoners in the centre; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [36417/20]

Written answers

Minister for Justice

I would like to take this opportunity to clarify that what the Deputy is referring here are two separate matters.  

In terms of the Category A complaint, as the Deputy may be aware, all prisoners have the right to make a complaint at any time and all complaints are treated with the utmost seriousness and confidentiality. I am informed that under the Irish Prison Service complaints policy there are six categories of complaints. The most serious is Category A and these are referred to investigators independent of the Prison Service. A prisoner may also write to the Inspector of Prisons and the DG of the IPS if they are subsequently unhappy with the outcome of an investigation of a Category A complaint. 

Arising from concerns expressed by a prisoner in the Dóchas Centre in July of this year and given the seriousness of the allegations, the Irish Prisons Service initiated a Category A investigation into the specific case using an independent external examiner. This investigation has now concluded and the outcome of this investigation is under review.  

A separate investigation under Section 31(2) of the Prisons Act 2007 is also underway by the Inspector of Prisons. 

Under the terms of reference for the investigation, the original target for a preliminary report was the end of October. However, the Inspector indicated that she will require further time to conclude the investigation, and a report is now expected in early December.

Upon receipt of that report, I will consider what further action may be warranted and appropriate.

Given the circumstances and as the Deputy may appreciate, it would be wholly inappropriate for me to comment or go into the detail of any individual allegation or ongoing investigation. 

I can assure the Deputy that I am regularly briefed by the Director General of the Irish Prison Service, as well as senior officials in my Department, in regards to all relevant matters pertaining to the good governance and operation of the Irish Prison system. The Irish Prison Service is committed to the provision of safe, secure and humane custody for people who are sent to prison in this State.  The Deputy will be aware of their outstanding record of safeguarding those in their care during the current pandemic.

Garda National Immigration Bureau

Questions (664)

Bernard Durkan

Question:

664. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Justice if and when GNIB cards will issue for persons (details supplied); the reason for the delay; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [36442/20]

Written answers

Minister for Justice

I am informed by the Detective Chief Superintendent of the Garda National Immigration Bureau that the Irish Residence Permit (IRP) cards in respect of the persons concerned have been issued and delivered to their local Immigration Office. The Immigration Officer has made direct contact with the persons concerned to arrange for the collection of their cards.

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. 

Garda Strength

Questions (665)

Thomas Pringle

Question:

665. Deputy Thomas Pringle asked the Minister for Justice the ratio of gardaí in each Dublin district per population; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [36475/20]

Written answers

Minister for Justice

The Deputy will be aware that the Garda Commissioner is, by law, responsible for the management and administration of An Garda Síochána, including personnel matters and decisions on the deployment of resources.  As Minister, I have no responsibility for these matters.  I understand however that Garda management keeps the distribution of resources under continual review in the context of crime trends and policing priorities, to ensure their optimum use. 

The allocation and transfer of Garda Personnel is determined by a number of factors, including crime and non-crime workload, minimum establishment, population, area, policing arrangements, operational strategies and transfers applications, including welfare issues.  When allocations are taking place, comprehensive consultation is carried out with local Garda management during which all factors are taken into consideration.  Where a deficiency in resources is identified the matter is considered fully and addressed accordingly.

I am advised by the Garda authorities that the resourcing of each Garda region and division is fully considered within the overall context of the needs and requirements of Garda regions throughout the country.  Garda personnel assigned throughout the country, together with overall policing arrangements and operational strategies, are continually monitored and reviewed.  Such monitoring ensures that optimum use is made of Garda resources and the best possible Garda service is provided to the general public.

The table below, furnished to me by the Garda authorities, shows the ratio of total Gardaí per population within the DMR at 31 October 2020.

At 31 October 2020	Garda Strength	Garda to population ratio	Population CSO 2016 figures
DMR East
Blackrock	191	183	104565
Dun Laoghaire	188	194	96713
DMR North
Balbriggan	117	189	61845
Ballymun	265	436	60837
Coolock	239	168	142005
Raheny	167	194	85896
DMR North Central
Bridewell	170	708	24012
Fitzgibbon Street	204	431	47288
Store Street	274	1203	22775
DMR South
Crumlin	170	333	51095
Tallaght	276	193	143263
Terenure	141	264	53352
DMR South Central
Donnybrook	165	297	55511
Kevin Street	235	422	55745
Pearse Street	270	1348	20034
DMR West
Blanchardstown	348	200	174165
Clondalkin	218	284	76873
Lucan	197	278	70933

Gambling Sector

Questions (666)

Cian O'Callaghan

Question:

666. Deputy Cian O'Callaghan asked the Minister for Justice her views on the prevalence of loot box gambling mechanics implemented in video gaming; her plans to implement protections for children against these practices; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [36488/20]

Written answers

Minister of State at the Department of Justice

There is no current legislation with regard to online video gaming engaged in by individuals. However, I am aware that there has been some attention on issues arising in the context of video gaming. In particular, whether in-game purchases or micro-transactions, described as "loot boxes", "skins" etc., designed to improve the players’ chances of success in inter-active online games, might encourage gambling like behaviour.

The issue is whether such micro-transactions constitute gambling or are a form of e-commerce.  It is not clear that these offers fall within the current Irish legal definition of gambling or that purchases are essentially an e-commerce activity.

Different approaches have been adopted to the issue of whether and how "loot boxes" might be defined and regulated in the context of gambling activities in Europe, with no definitive outcomes. This matter is one which my Department and ultimately the new Gambling Regulator will keep under review.

This is a position, which is shared by other EU Member States. Ireland supported the 2018 Declaration by the Gaming Regulators European Forum that video gaming products should be licensed and regulated appropriately, if they can be shown to fall into the category of gambling. In preparing the declaration, member states were aware of reports that third party actors, not authorised by the video game developer or under their control, may seek to commercialise certain elements of video gaming in a manner akin to gambling.

With regard to protection of children and age limits for video games, the Pan-European Game Information (PEGI) age rating system was established in 2003 to help European parents make informed decisions on buying computer games. It replaced a number of national age rating systems with a single system now used throughout most of Europe, in more than 35 countries including Ireland. However, ‘gambling’, for the purposes of PEGI video game rating, is based on whether there are depictions of gambling in the game that can be found in real life, e.g. casino type games. It is not clear that PEGI (which is a voluntary code of the industry, rather than state mandated) could or would put such gambling related warnings on games containing Loot Boxes as these are discretionary purchases by the player. I encourage parents to ensure that their children only engage in appropriate gaming and are not making purchases unknown to them.

Inquiry into the Death of Mr. Shane O'Farrell

Questions (667, 671)

Niamh Smyth

Question:

667. Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Justice the status of the steps she has taken to set up a public inquiry into the death of a person (details supplied) which was agreed to by a vote in Dáil Éireann; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [36494/20]

Jim O'Callaghan

Question:

671. Deputy Jim O'Callaghan asked the Minister for Justice when she plans to commence an inquiry into the death of a person (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [36755/20]

Written answers

Minister for Justice

I propose to take Questions Nos. 667 and 671 together.

At the outset I would again like to offer my sincere condolences to the family of the late Shane O'Farrell. I understand that Shane was an exceptional young man and his death nine years ago at the age of just 23 was a terrible tragedy.

As the Deputy will be aware, a retired Judge, Gerard Haughton, is currently conducting a scoping exercise into the tragic circumstances surrounding Shane's death.  The Judge furnished an interim report to my predecessor last November.  Following consultation between the Judge, Shane's family and the Attorney General, the interim report was published on 17 December 2019.

In his interim report, the Judge stated that he would not restrict or limit Shane's family in their submissions to him or the nature and extent of the documentation they wished to furnish to him in his scoping exercise.

My Department maintains regular contact with the Judge and has assured him that any assistance he requires to complete his final report will be made available. However, given the COVID-19 restrictions, the Judge has recently informed my Department that it is likely to be mid-December before he will be in a position to conclude the scoping exercise.

The Deputy may wish to note that it is open to the Judge to make any recommendation he sees fit in his final report, including the establishment of any form of statutory or non-statutory inquiry.  I hope the Deputy will appreciate that it is only appropriate that I await the recommendation of the final report of this scoping exercise before making any decision in relation to further inquiries into this matter.

Legislative Programme

Questions (668)

Cian O'Callaghan

Question:

668. Deputy Cian O'Callaghan asked the Minister for Justice if the names of the heads of the policing and community safety Bill will be provided; and the measures that will be put in place to allow for public scrutiny of the Bill. [36516/20]

Written answers

Minister for Justice

The Deputy will be aware that the new Programme for Government, Our Shared Future, commits to the rapid implementation of the recommendations of the Report of the Commission on the Future of Policing in Ireland (CoFPI) and to the introduction of the Policing and Community Safety Bill to redefine the functions of An Garda Síochána.   

The preparation of the General Scheme of the Policing and Community Safety Bill is at an advanced stage in my Department, with a view to it being brought to Government for approval to publish.  The legislative proposals will then be considered by the Oireachtas and open to public scrutiny as part of the normal legislative process.

Garda Recruitment

Questions (669)

Catherine Murphy

Question:

669. Deputy Catherine Murphy asked the Minister for Justice her plans to introduce amending legislation on reform of the age barrier that exists for persons wishing to apply to become a Garda recruit; the progress she has made to date in respect of this age barrier; and if she has consulted Garda HR and-or the Garda Commissioner in this regard. [36534/20]

Written answers

Minister for Justice

I wish to inform the Deputy that an Expert Review Group has been established by the Garda Commissioner to examine the issue of Garda Recruitment, Entry Pathways and Recruit Education.  This is a commitment under A Policing Service for our Future, the Implementation Plan for the recommendations in the Report of the Commission on the Future of Policing in Ireland. The Group will examine a variety of matters including the age of recruitment to An Garda Síochána. The Group operates in an advisory capacity and will submit a report to the Garda Commissioner within 12 months.  

The Deputy will also be aware of a recent Workplace Relations Commission decision in relation to the entry age into An Garda Síochána.  Following consultations with the Garda Commissioner, the Office of the Attorney General and the Chief State Solicitors Office, it has been decided to bring an appeal to the Labour Court to clarify a number of aspects of the decision in question.

Immigration Policy

Questions (670, 682)

Martin Kenny

Question:

670. Deputy Martin Kenny asked the Minister for Justice the form of immigration permission usually issued to the holder of an intra-company transfer employment permit; if time spent on that permission is reckonable residence for long-term residence or naturalisation applications; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [36568/20]

Martin Kenny

Question:

682. Deputy Martin Kenny asked the Minister for Justice the form of immigration permission that is usually issued to the holder of an intra-company transfer employment permit; and if time spent on that permission is reckonable residence for long-term residence or naturalisation applications. [36999/20]

Written answers

Minister for Justice

I propose to take Questions Nos. 670 and 682 together.

The Intra-Company Transfer Employment - ICT Permit is designed to facilitate the transfer of senior management, key personnel or trainees who are non-EEA nationals from an overseas branch of a multinational corporation (Foreign Employer) to its Irish branch (Connected Person). Intra-Company Transfer Employment Permits are issued by the Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment and further details are available on their website at: 

https://enterprise.gov.ie/en/What-We-Do/Workplace-and-Skills/Employment-Permits/Permit-Types/Intra-Company-Transfer-Employment-Permit/

Following a successful application for an ICT Employment Permit, if the person is visa required, they should apply to the Immigration Service of my Department for an entry visa. Subject to the duration of the ICT Employment Permit granted, on their arrival in the State, the person will be required to attend at their local immigration office where they will be issued with a Stamp 1 immigration permission.

Residence based on a Stamp 1 immigration permission, issued for the purpose of an ICT permit, is considered as reckonable residence for naturalisation purposes and it is open to the holder to lodge an application for a certificate of naturalisation if they have 5 years (60 months) reckonable residency on the date of the application.

A Stamp 1 permission granted to a person resident in the state with an ICT permit does not accrue reckonable residency rights for long term residency purposes as the Employment Permit is available on the basis that the employment is temporary. Therefore, an application for long term residence in the state would not be accepted.

Question No. 671 answered with Question No. 667.

Residency Permits

Questions (672)

Bernard Durkan

Question:

672. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Justice the procedure to be followed to regularise residency status in the case of a person (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [36801/20]

Written answers

Minister for Justice

The person concerned made an application for permission to remain in the State as the spouse of an Irish national in March 2020, which will be examined in due course. In order to be fair to all applicants, applications are dealt with in strict chronological order based on the date of receipt. 

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 hand, 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 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.

Legislative Measures

Questions (673)

Patrick Costello

Question:

673. Deputy Patrick Costello asked the Minister for Justice if the Criminal Justice (International Co-Operation) Act 2019, which allows for a structured mechanism to facilitate bodies dealing with legacy as set out in the Stormont House Agreement, will provide information to the Irish State authorities. [36824/20]

Written answers

Minister for Justice

The Criminal Justice (International Co-Operation) Act 2019 provides a mechanism through which An Garda Síochána can give testimony to Coroners in Northern Ireland and Britain dealing with legacy cases. It also provides a structured mechanism to enhance co-operation more generally with bodies dealing with deaths related to the troubles, including those arising in the context of the Stormont House Agreement.

Prior to the enactment of the Criminal Justice (International Co-operation) Act 2019, existing legislation allowed An Garda Síochána to make available Garda records to Coroners in Northern Ireland. There was however no legal mechanism to facilitate the taking of Garda witness testimony. Given the Government’s absolute commitment to the peace process and addressing the legacy of the troubles, a decision was taken to also legislate for the giving of Garda testimony.

The Act does not, and could not, impose obligations on bodies outside this jurisdiction to co-operate with Irish State authorities.  

The Deputy may wish to note that there are mutual assistance arrangements that allow the transfer of information to the Garda authorities from their law enforcement counterparts in other jurisdictions.

Brexit Preparations

Questions (674)

Brendan Howlin

Question:

674. Deputy Brendan Howlin asked the Minister for Justice if, following the exit of the United Kingdom from the European Union, it is planned to reverse Ireland’s opt-out from the provisions of the EU justice and home affairs matters; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [36834/20]

Written answers

Minister for Justice

I can inform the Deputy that there are no plans to reverse Ireland’s opt in under Protocol 21 of the Treaty of Lisbon which, as the Deputy will be aware, was ratified following approval by referendum.

Under the Treaty of Lisbon, Ireland secured an opt-in Protocol on the area of freedom, security and justice. The effect of the Protocol is that Ireland is not automatically bound by EU measures in the areas of asylum, immigration, judicial cooperation in civil or criminal matters or police cooperation unless it notifies the Council of its wish to participate (opt-in) to an individual measure.

The principal reasons that Ireland negotiated Protocol 21 were to safeguard the Common Travel Area with the United Kingdom and to safeguard key features of our distinctive common law legal system and consequent criminal procedures. These considerations continue to apply, notwithstanding UK withdrawal from the EU.

Question No. 675 answered with Question No. 659.

Private Security Authority

Questions (676)

Steven Matthews

Question:

676. Deputy Steven Matthews asked the Minister for Justice the number of licenses issued by the Private Security Authority since March 2020; and if her Department has sought meetings with the authority to expedite waiting lists caused by the Covid-19 pandemic. [36883/20]

Written answers

Minister for Justice

The Private Security Authority (PSA), established under the Private Security Services Act 2004, as amended, is responsible for the licensing and regulation of the private security industry in the State. The PSA is an independent statutory body under the aegis of my Department and I have no involvement in the day-to-day operations of the Authority.

However, in order to be of assistance to the Deputy I have had inquiries made of the PSA and I have been informed that they issued the following licences from 1 March 2020 to 31 October 2020:

- Individual Licences: 7,034

- Temporary Individual Licences (Static): 202

- Contractor Licences: 365

I am further informed that there have been no delays in issuing licences due to Covid-19 and therefore no waiting lists.  However, the PSA is aware that there are 8 contractors (5 locksmith and 3 Access Control) who are new entrants to the security industry and have been unable to gain the certification prescribed for licensing because of Level 5 restrictions.

The certification process requires visits to the contractors place of business and the inspection of records and verification of work practices. I can advise that certification should resume when the Level 5 restrictions are lifted.

Private Security Authority

Questions (677)

Steven Matthews

Question:

677. Deputy Steven Matthews asked the Minister for Justice if consideration has been given to a possible extension to licenses issued by the Private Security Authority that are set to expire in the coming months to reflect the period that locksmiths were out of work and may not be in a position to cover this significant expense. [36885/20]

Written answers

Minister for Justice

The Private Security Authority (PSA), established under the Private Security Services Act 2004, as amended, is responsible for the licensing and regulation of the private security industry in the State. The PSA is an independent statutory body under the aegis of my Department and I have no involvement in the day-to-day operations of the Authority.

The duration of licences and the requirements for obtaining a licence are matters for the Board of the PSA.

However, I can inform the Deputy that in April 2020, the Board of the PSA submitted proposals to my Department for a change in the licence fee for contractors. This proposal took account of the impact of the COVID-19 restrictions on the security industry at that time, and also the additional costs which will arise from implementing the new health and safety requirements in the workplace.  Having considered this matter against the backdrop of evolving arrangements for reopening society and business, I requested the Board of the PSA to review their proposal in light what might be the continuing impact of COVID-19 on the security industry.

An updated proposal was recently received from the PSA and I intend to consider this latest proposal accordingly.

Departmental Budgets

Questions (678)

Catherine Murphy

Question:

678. Deputy Catherine Murphy asked the Minister for Justice the way in which her Department’s annual amount for contingent liability is set; the factors considered when setting contingent liability; if forecasting is undertaken regarding setting future amounts; the contingent liability figure for her Department for 2020; and if the contingency provision has been utilised to date in 2020. [36908/20]

Written answers

Minister for Justice

I wish to inform the Deputy that, as my Department, along with all other Government Departments, prepares accounts on a cash as opposed to an accruals basis, the issue of contingencies or contingent liabilities does not arise.

Where it is envisaged that there may be a future requirement for additional funding to meet an emerging need, an estimate of such costs would form part of the annual estimates process with the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform.

Naturalisation Applications

Questions (679)

Peadar Tóibín

Question:

679. Deputy Peadar Tóibín asked the Minister for Justice the reason the Irish Naturalisation and Immigration Service in County Tipperary is not responding to phone calls or emails from elected representatives and members of the public; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [36943/20]

Written answers

Minister for Justice

Queries in relation to the status of individual immigration cases can continue to be made by Deputies 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.  

The Citizenship Division of the Immigration Service of my Department is working very hard to maintain as prompt a service as possible during the restrictions imposed by the COVID-19 global pandemic. Unfortunately, as a result of these restrictions, significant delays are occurring in the issuing of acknowledgment receipts and the processing and return of documentation. 

The ability of staff to attend at the office continues to be impacted and consequently the citizenship telephone helpline is not available until further notice.  It is recommended that any queries are sent by email during this time but given the volume of emails currently being received, the Citizenship Division is unfortunately not in a position to respond to individual queries regarding certificates of naturalisation or invitations to a citizenship ceremony from approved applicants at this time.  Email queries related to citizenship or naturalisation will be examined and a response will issue in due course.

In the interests of fairness to all applicants, applications for naturalisation and general queries are currently being dealt with in strict chronological order. 

The priority continues to be to dedicate resources to processing of cases.  COVID-19 has unfortunately prevented the holding of our large scale citizenship ceremonies. I have recently given approval for the priority drafting of a statutory instrument covering applicants who are 'ceremony ready' where my Department will issue the naturalisation certificate on receipt of a statutory declaration. In this way, we hope to alleviate the delays currently impacting those seeking to start their new lives as Irish citizens. This will enable approximately 3,000 applicants to be granted citizenship in the near future. It remains my intention that large scale ceremonies will recommence once circumstances allow.

Updated notices on all citizenship matters are available on our website, which is regularly updated: https://www.irishimmigration.ie/citizenship/latest-citizenship-news.

Question No. 680 answered with Question No. 659.

Garda Deployment

Questions (681)

Jennifer Murnane O'Connor

Question:

681. Deputy Jennifer Murnane O'Connor asked the Minister for Justice the number of gardaí by rank attached to each divisional protective services unit in tabular form; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [36958/20]

Written answers

Minister for Justice

I have requested information from the Garda Commissioner in relation to this matter and I will write to the Deputy directly when the information is to hand.

The following deferred reply was received under Standing Order 51

I refer to Parliamentary Question Number 681 which was for answer on 17 November 2020 where you requested the number of Gardaí by rank attached to each Divisional Protective Services unit in tabular form. As you may recall, the information you requested could not be obtained in the time available and I undertook to contact you again when the information was to hand.

Further information has now been provided by An Garda Síochána.

Under the Garda Síochána Act 2005, as amended, the Garda Commissioner has responsibility for the management and administration of An Garda Síochána and for the allocation and efficient use of Garda resources. This includes responsibility for the distribution of personnel across the various Garda Divisions.

I am informed by the Garda authorities that Divisional Protective Services Units have been rolled out nationwide. Roll-out of these Units meets a key commitment in A Policing Service for the Future , the four-year implementation plan giving effect to the recommendations of the Commission on the Future of Policing in Ireland.

I have been informed by An Garda Síochána that the information contained in the attached Appendix sets out the number of Gardaí by rank attached to each Divisional Protective Services Unit in tabular form as at 13 October 2020.

The resourcing of each Garda region and division is fully considered within the overall context of the needs and requirements of Garda regions throughout the country, including the Protective Services Units. Garda personnel assigned throughout the country, together with overall policing arrangements and operational strategies, are continually monitored and reviewed. Such monitoring ensures that optimum use is made of Garda Resources and the best possible Garda service is provided to the general public.

The allocation and transfer of Garda Personnel is determined by a number of factors, including crime and non-crime workload, minimum establishment, population, area, policing arrangements, operational strategies and transfers applications, including welfare issues. When allocations are taking place, comprehensive consultation is carried out with Local Management during which all factors are taken into consideration. Where a deficiency in resources is identified the matter is considered fully and addressed accordingly.

I trust this information is of assistance.

Appendix

Garda Region	Garda Division	Inspector	Sergeant	Gardaí	Garda Staff
DMR	DMR East	1	2	10	1
DMR	DMR North Central		2	10
DMR	DMR North		4	19
DMR	DMR South Central	1	3	17	2
DMR	DMR South		4	18	2
DMR (2 x Units)	DMR West	1	4	23	4
Eastern Region	Kildare		1	6
Eastern Region	Kilkenny / Carlow	1	2	13	3
Eastern Region	Laois / Offaly		1	6
Eastern Region	Meath / Westmeath		2	9
Eastern Region	Waterford		2	12	2
Eastern Region	Wexford		1	4
Eastern Region	Wicklow		2	6
North Western Region	Cavan / Monaghan		2	10
North Western Region	Donegal		1	5
North Western Region	Galway		2	15	2
North Western Region	Louth		2	10	2
North Western Region	Mayo		1	6
North Western Region	Roscommon / Longford		1	5
North Western Region	Sligo / Leitrim		1	5
Southern Region	Clare		1	7
Southern Region	Cork City	1	2	11	2
Southern Region	Cork West		1	5
Southern Region	Corth North		2	8
Southern Region	Kerry	1	2	6	2
Southern Region	Limerick		2	12	1
Southern Region	Tipperary		1	5
Total		6	51	263	23

Question No. 682 answered with Question No. 670.