A statutory agency under the remit of the Department of Justice and dedicated to tackling and reducing domestic; sexual; and gender-based violence (DSGBV) while supporting victims and survivors has passed through the Oireachtas.
The establishment of the DSGBV Agency, which is expected to be operational by January 2024, will deliver on commitments under Zero Tolerance, the Third National Strategy on DSGBV.
The Bill was passed by the Seanad today, having been approved by Government for publication last September and passed through the Dáil earlier in November. The next step is for the Bill to be signed into law by the President.
The working name for the Domestic, Sexual and Gender Based Violence Agency is expected to be called Cuan, (meaning ‘harbour’ or ‘haven’). The name is regarded as user-friendly, memorable and, above all, most suited to the functions and objectives of the new Agency. The new agency will work collaboratively with the NGO and DSGBV services sector to ensure that the best possible services are in place to meet the needs of victims and survivors.
The Agency will be tasked with:
Coordinating and reporting on the delivery of Government strategies relating to DSGBV (including the current National Strategy).
Supporting and overseeing the delivery of safe and accessible refuge accommodation, and ensuring the delivery of excellent services to victims of DSGBV (including helpline and other supports).
Developing robust standards for funded DSGBV services in collaboration with the sector, and monitoring adherence to these standards by funded service providers.
Leading on awareness-raising campaigns designed to reduce the incidence of DSGBV in Irish society as well as ensuring that all victims know the full range of supports available and how to access them.
Liaising with the Minister for Justice and her Department to ensure that the work of the Agency aligns with overall Government DSGBV policy.
Leading on research to inform DSGBV policy development, working with others, such as the CSO, who have research and data projects underway.
A competition to appoint a CEO for the agency is currently underway, while a process to recruit members to the board of the new Agency went live on Stateboards.ie yesterday (22/11/23) and will be open for three weeks. The statutory name of the Agency will be An Ghníomhaireacht um Fhoréigean Baile, Gnéasach agus Inscnebhunaithe, Irish Translation “The Domestic, Sexual and Gender-Based Violence Agency”.
A missing person appeal has been issued for a Co. Tipperary teenager, who was last seen at his home, in the Clonmel area of Co. Tipperary on Monday morning last, November 20th 2023.
The 17 year old Clonmel teenager, named as Dylan Bullman, is described as being approximately 1.727m [5ft-8ins] in height; of slim build, with brown eyes and dark brown hair.
Dylan BullmanMissing
When last observed, Dylan was wearing a black tracksuit, with black and grey trainer/sneakers style footwear.
Note: The teenager is known to frequent the Holycross area of Co. Tipperary and also Cork City.
Anyone with information on the present whereabouts of Dylan are asked to immediately contact Clonmel Garda Station Tel: (052) 617 7640; the Garda Confidential Line Tel: 1800 666 111, or indeed any Garda Station.
Mrs O’Dwyer sadly passed away unexpectedly at her place of residence.
Her passing is most deeply regretted by her loving husband Seán (Johnny), family Eimear, Sinéad, Seán Óg, Áine and Cormac, sons-in-law Paul (Wilde), Donal T. (Ryan) and Diarmuid (Crosse), daughters-in-law Mairéad and Catherine, grandchildren Paul, Eoin, Cillian, Donal Óg, Carrie Anne, Conor, David, Sarah, Dan, Rory, Dara, Oran, Aibhe, Ornagh, Ronan and Cara, brother Tom, sisters-in-law Catherine (Rea), Jean (O’Dwyer), Helen (Ryan) and husband Dan, nephews, nieces, extended relatives, neighbours and many friends.
Requiescat in Pace.
Funeral Arrangements.
The earthly remains of Mrs O’Dwyer will repose at Devitt’s Funeral Home, The Green, Cashel, on Friday afternoon next, November 24th, from 5:00pm until 7:30pm same evening. Her remains will be received into the Church of St. John the Baptist, Friar Street, Cashel, Co. Tipperary, to further repose for Requiem Mass on Saturday, November 25th at 12.00 noon, followed immediately afterwards by interment in the adjoining graveyard.
For those persons who are unable to attend the funeral service for Mrs O’Dwyer, same can be viewed streamed live online, HERE.
The extended O’Dwyer family wish to express their appreciation for your understanding at this difficult time, and have made arrangements for those persons wishing to send messages of condolence, to use the link shown HERE.
Predeceased by her husband Michael (Blackie); Mrs Keane passed away peacefully at her home, surrounded by her loving family.
Her passing is most deeply regretted and sadly missed by her son Michael, daughters Catherina, Ann Marie and Teresa, grand-children, great-grand-children, son-in-law Joe (Tobin), brother Michael, sisters Kathleen (Ryan) and Hannah (Power), nephews, nieces, sister-in-law Gráinne, brother-in-law Tony, extended relatives, neighbours and friends.
Requiescat in Pace.
Funeral Arrangements.
The earthly remains of Mrs Keane will repose at Hugh Ryan’s Funeral Home, Slievenamon Road, Thurles on tomorrow afternoon, Thursday, November 23rd, from 5:00pm to 7:00pm, before being received into the Cathedral of the Assumption, Cathedral Street, Thurles at 7:45pm same evening. Requiem Mass for Mrs Keane will be celebrated on Friday morning, November 24th, at 11:00am, followed by interment immediately afterwards in St. Patrick’s Cemetery, Moyne Road, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.
For those persons who are unable to attend the funeral service for Mrs Keane, same can be viewed streamed live online, HERE.
The extended Keane family wish to express their appreciation for your understanding at this difficult time, and have made arrangements for those persons wishing to send messages of condolence, to use the link shown HERE.
Pre-deceased by his parents Paddy & Margaret, sister Annie, brother Billy & grandnephew Tommy; Mr Hayes passed away peacefully while in the care of staff at Milford Care Centre.
His passing is most deeply regretted and sadly missed by his loving wife Eileen, son Eoin, daughter Niamh, grandchildren Aoibheann and Aodhán, son-in-law Paul, sister Mary, brother Pat, sisters-in law, brothers-in-law nephews, nieces, extended relatives, kind neighbours and friends.
For those persons who are unable to attend the funeral service for Mr Hayes, same can be viewed streamed live online, HERE.
The extended Hayes family wish to express their appreciation for your understanding at this difficult time, and have made arrangements for those persons wishing to send messages of condolence, to use the link shown HERE.
Note Please: Family flowers only. Donations in lieu, if desired, to Milford Care Centre.
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