Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 31 March 2010
139 Deputy Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin asked the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform the Garda vetting requirements that are in place for persons working in direct provision centres; the enforcement measures that are in place to ensure these requirements are complied with; his plans to strengthen these provisions in view of the fact that the employees are in contact with vulnerable people, including children and victims of abuse. [14092/10]
Amharc ar fhreagraSince October 2008, a programme for the vetting by the Garda Síochána of the employees of all contractors who provide accommodation centres and services for asylum seekers is being implemented by the Reception and Integration Agency of my Department. The design and purpose of the programme is to ensure that the level of care and protection for children and vulnerable adult asylum seekers is equivalent to what is available to all children and vulnerable adults who come into contact with adult service providers in their day-to-day lives. The enforcement of the programme's provisions is part of the RIA oversight of all service provision for asylum seekers, which is kept under constant review.
