Reminder: Applications for Phase Two recognition payments, for injured survivors of the Stardust fire, may be submitted until 5pm on 17 August 2026. For more information visit stardustrecognitionpayment.ie

The EU e-Evidence Regulation will come into effect on 18 August 2026 and your organisation may have new legal obligations. Find out more at gov.ie/e-evidence

The enhanced Garda presence in Galway City Centre and Salthill will support a proactive and robust policing approach to public order offences, anti-social behaviour, drug dealing, aggressive begging, and shoplifting. Read more: https://bit.ly/4qdZQ8P

Minister O’Callaghan confirms completion of deportation operation to Nigeria. Deportation orders were enforced against 6 Nigerian nationals, 5 of whom have a combined total of 35 criminal convictions. Further charter operations will be conducted throughout 2026. Read more: https://bit.ly/4fvPYSU

Minister Jim O'Callaghan TD today signed the contract for the construction of a new accommodation block at Cloverhill Prison. Capacity will increase in Cloverhill from 433 to over 700 spaces. Read more: https://bit.ly/3Rzi9Zc

Minister Jim O’Callaghan, has secured completion in the Dáil and Seanad of significant reforming legislation that will strengthen protections for women and children as part of the government's efforts to combat domestic, sexual and gender-based violence. Read more: https://bit.ly/4gZEcTx

The 2025 Annual Report of An Garda Síochána has been published by Minister Jim O'Callaghan. It covers a significant year for the organisation as it adapted to comprehensive reforms to governance and oversight, and a new approach to community safety. Read more: https://bit.ly/4aUdIig

We want to hear from you! The Department of Justice, Home Affairs and Migration has launched a public consultation on the draft National Cyber Security Strategy. Take the Survey now: https://bit.ly/4vm11E6

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Today & tomorrow, over 4,600 people will be granted Irish citizenship at ceremonies in Killarney. Those making a declaration of fidelity & loyalty come from over 139 countries and across nearly all 32 counties on the island. https://bit.ly/4fU2nCa

The final report of the Commission of Investigation (Response to Complaints of Allegations of Child Sexual Abuse made against Bill Kenneally and Related Matters) was published today. Read more: https://bit.ly/4uVcLOF

Applications are now open for the Ireland Against Racism Fund. The objective of this fund is to combat racism and foster racial equality and community cohesion. A detailed guidance document and online application form can be found at https://bit.ly/4lCpWiW

The removal of the right of appeal for certain short stay (type C) visa refusals was announced today. Under this change, applicants who are refused a short stay visa will no longer be able to appeal this decision. Read more: https://bit.ly/49tEmOk

Government secured approval for new measures in relation to Ukrainian citizens with Temporary Protection status. Find out more: https://bit.ly/42WY5lS

Yesterday, in preparation for Ireland’s Presidency of the Council of the European Union in July, Minister Jim O’Callaghan met with French Minister for Justice Gérald Darmanin in Dublin. Read more: https://bit.ly/4f3a2O7

Today Minister Jim O'Callaghan and Minister Colm Brophy are launching upgraded eGates facilities at Dublin Airport marking an important investment in Ireland’s border management infrastructure and passenger processing systems. Read more: https://bit.ly/4tVogV6

When families change because of separation or divorce it can be a difficult and confusing time for everyone, especially children. A series of videos have been developed to help them understand family justice processes like separation, mediation and the family courts. Visit gov.ie/FamilyChanges

The first Annual Report of the Building Pathways Together: Criminal Justice Reintegration Through Employment Strategy was been published. Read more: https://bit.ly/4w9ED2v

Today Minister Jim O'Callaghan launched multimedia resources aimed at children aged 8-12 years, experiencing family change such as separation or divorce, or whose parents are navigating the family courts system. Resources: gov.ie/FamilyChanges PR: bit.ly/42fKdmo

Today saw the attestation of 193 new Gardaí at a ceremony in the Garda College in Templemore. The new probationer Gardaí will be assigned to Garda Divisions across the country by the Garda Commissioner. Read more: https://bit.ly/4uhouGr

The sod was turned today on the second phase of the Castlerea Grove Housing Development Project. Construction of the project is underway and will deliver 126 spaces across 21 new housing units. Read more: https://bit.ly/4u8JaAz

Today saw the launch of the DERG Youth Diversion Project in East Clare and North Tipperary. The project will operate from bases in Nenagh and Killaloe and serve a catchment area with a population of approximately 62,750 people. Read more: https://bit.ly/4tZzXdG

Details of the Implementation Plan for the Family Courts Act 2024 were announced today. The Act will introduce important changes to the delivery of family justice in Ireland. Read more: https://bit.ly/4tW8IAG

€4.3 million in funding has been announced for organisations supporting victims and survivors of crime. Read more: https://bit.ly/4vHvgHb

Today saw the publication of Judicial Guidelines on the Commissioning, Preparation, Content and Usage of Expert Reports in Family Law Proceedings. Read more: https://bit.ly/48SDSki

Today, the appointment of Mr. Doncha O’Sullivan as Secretary General of the Department of Justice, Home Affairs and Migration was announced. Read more: https://bit.ly/4tbLAy4

Applications for the 2026 Community Safety Fund now open! Find out more: https://bit.ly/3OoyDBT Read press release: https://bit.ly/4tbNPBJ

Due to ongoing pressure on fuel, travel and transport, the Department made the decision to postpone next week’s citizenship ceremonies in Killarney. In the coming days the Department will confirm event dates in June to facilitate people that were due to receive their citizenship.

The graduation ceremony of 159 Recruit Prison Officers took place today in the Hogan Suite of Croke Park. The new officers have already been placed in prisons throughout the prison estate. Read more: https://bit.ly/4drJvsV