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Department of Justice Ireland @deptjusticeirl.bsky.social · 8h

Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration Jim O'Callaghan today launched a nationwide awareness raising campaign to warn against the serious dangers posed by illegal fireworks and the strict penalties for their misuse. Read more: bit.ly/4dlm2ZA

Launch
awareness campaign to target misuse of illegal fireworks

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Department of Justice Ireland @deptjusticeirl.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Today, Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration Jim O’Callaghan chaired a meeting of Home Affairs Ministers as part of the second day of a two-day Justice and Home Affairs (JHA) Council. Read more: bit.ly/4zawKun

A group of individuals in formal attire walking and engaging in conversation in a conference room. The text at the bottom reads, “EU Presidency: Discussions on Combating Racism and the War in Ukraine.”

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Department of Justice Ireland @deptjusticeirl.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration Jim O'Callaghan TD chaired a meeting of Home Affairs Ministers yesterday, as part of the two-day Justice and Home Affairs (JHA) Council, taking place in Luxembourg. Read more: bit.ly/46Rwapr

EU Presidency
discussions on migration and the EU’s internal security

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Department of Justice Ireland @deptjusticeirl.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Minister of State for Migration Colm Brophy today announced the opening of applications for a new immigration permission for people in Ireland displaced by the war in Ukraine. People can apply to move from temporary protection status to an immigration permission. Read more: bit.ly/4dbW0Id

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new permission scheme for people with Temporary Protection status

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Department of Justice Ireland @deptjusticeirl.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

The allocation of €4.84 million through the Community Safety Fund to 56 community safety projects nationwide was announced today. Read more: bit.ly/4rAblbq

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Department of Justice Ireland @deptjusticeirl.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Minister Jim O'Callaghan has welcomed the publication of the Dublin Drug Treatment Court (DTC) Evaluation Report and intends to implement the reforms necessary to ensure the Court can fully realise its potential as an evidence-led, problem-solving, drug treatment court. More: bit.ly/46UMMwc

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Minister Jim O'Callaghan welcomes publication of the Dublin Drug Treatment Court Evaluation Report

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Department of Justice Ireland @deptjusticeirl.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

The Strategy to Combat Economic Crime and Corruption will strengthen Ireland's ability to prevent, detect, investigate and prosecute economic crime and corruption while protecting public trust, economic integrity and Ireland's international reputation. Read more: bit.ly/4xNCsSL

Minister Jim O'Callaghan with the Chair, James Hamilton.

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Department of Justice Ireland @deptjusticeirl.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Minister Jim O'Callaghan and Minister of State Colm Brophy today secured Government approval for the priority drafting of legislation that will ensure Ireland's naturalisation legislation is strengthened and aligned with that of other European countries. Read more: bit.ly/4r4IJH6

Update: Government approval secured for the priority drafting of the Irish Nationality and Citizenship (Amendment) Bill 2026

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Department of Justice Ireland @deptjusticeirl.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

The Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration Jim O'Callaghan today signed the contract for a new extension at the Dóchas Centre (Mountjoy Female Prison) that will increase the prison’s capacity by 52 spaces or 30%. Read more: bit.ly/4wRSQ37

Irish Prison Service
contract signed to increase Dóchas prison capacity by 30%

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Today, Minister Jim O’Callaghan signed the contract for a new extension at the Dóchas Centre (Mountjoy Female Prison) that will increase the prison’s capacity by 52 spaces or 30%.

The project will commence construction in September 2026, with practical completion expected in Q4 2027.

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Department of Justice Ireland @deptjusticeirl.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

Minister Jim O'Callaghan has signed the contract to implement electronic monitoring for specific categories of offenders. It will commence this year on a 12-month pilot basis. Read more: bit.ly/4qzPG2I

Announcement
Electronic Monitoring 12-month pilot

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Department of Justice Ireland @deptjusticeirl.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

Today the Office of the State Pathologist (OSP) Annual Report 2025 was published. The OSP provides independent expert advice on forensic pathology and performs post-mortem examination in criminal, suspicious or unusual deaths. Report: bit.ly/4xRpnYf Press Release: bit.ly/3S1z0o5

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Department of Justice Ireland @deptjusticeirl.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

The Family Law Reporting Project aims to increase public understanding of family law proceedings by providing anonymised reports of family law cases, ensuring the privacy of families is upheld. Visit case report site: bit.ly/3UmwXeP Read Press Release: bit.ly/3SI7FaD

Photo of Minister O'Callaghan and Dr Carol Coulter. Text reads "Announcement, First Family Law Reporting Project case reports published."

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Department of Justice Ireland @deptjusticeirl.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

Statement by Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration Jim O’Callaghan. Read here: bit.ly/4zoIDh9

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Department of Justice Ireland @deptjusticeirl.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

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

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Department of Justice Ireland @deptjusticeirl.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

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

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Department of Justice Ireland @deptjusticeirl.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

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: bit.ly/4qdZQ8P

Photo of a member of An Garda Síochána with text that reads; "Policing Update, High Visibility plan commences in Galway City and Salthill."

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Department of Justice Ireland @deptjusticeirl.bsky.social · 09/08/2026

UAE and Irish Justice Ministers welcome extradition of an Irish citizen from the UAE to face charges in Ireland of directing organised crime. Read more: www.gov.ie/en/departmen...

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Department of Justice Ireland @deptjusticeirl.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

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: bit.ly/4fvPYSU

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Department of Justice Ireland @deptjusticeirl.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

Minister Jim O’Callaghan publishes amended Criminal Injuries Compensation Scheme. The revised Scheme makes provision for compensation to victims for pain and suffering as a result of a crime of violence. Read more: www.gov.ie/en/departmen...

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Minister Jim O’Callaghan publishes amended Criminal Injuries Compensation Scheme

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Department of Justice Ireland @deptjusticeirl.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

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: bit.ly/3Rzi9Zc

Photo of a contract signing in Cloverhill Prison. Text reads, "Announcement, Minister O'Callaghan signs contract for large-scale expansion of Cloverhill Prison."

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Department of Justice Ireland @deptjusticeirl.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

Minister Jim O’Callaghan brings together EU Justice and Home Affairs Ministers to discuss The Voice of the Child in Private Family Law. Read more: bit.ly/3THgIsk

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Minister Jim O’Callaghan brings together EU Justice and Home Affairs Ministers to discuss The Voice of the Child in Private Family Law

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Department of Justice Ireland @deptjusticeirl.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

Minister Jim O’Callaghan meets EU counterparts to discuss measures to address harmful impact of violent or extreme pornography. Read more: www.gov.ie/en/departmen...

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Minister Jim O’Callaghan meets EU counterparts to discuss measures to address harmful impact of violent or extreme pornography

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Department of Justice Ireland @deptjusticeirl.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

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: bit.ly/4gZEcTx

Photo of Government Buildings with text "Legislation Update, new laws to combat domestic, sexual and gender-based violence pass the Oireachtas."

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Department of Justice Ireland @deptjusticeirl.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

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: bit.ly/4aUdIig

Photo of An Garda Síochána Annual Report 2025 cover. Text on image says "Publication, An Garda Síochána Annual Report 2025"

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Department of Justice Ireland @deptjusticeirl.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

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: bit.ly/4vm11E6

Public Survey
we want to
hear from you!
National Cyber Security Strategy

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Department of Justice Ireland @deptjusticeirl.bsky.social · 27/06/2026

We are happy to report that our website is back up and running. Thank you for your patience.

Text graphic, justice.ie, Out Website is back up. Thank you for your patience.

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Department of Justice Ireland @deptjusticeirl.bsky.social · 26/06/2026

Our website is currently down. We are working to resolve the issue.

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Department of Justice Ireland @deptjusticeirl.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

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. bit.ly/4fU2nCa

Photo of couple holding an Irish flag above their heads.

Photo of Minister Brophy and the event hall with new Irish Citizens.

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Department of Justice Ireland @deptjusticeirl.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

The International Co-operation (Omagh Bombing Inquiry) Act 2026 is in operation as of today, 15 June 2026. Read more: www.gov.ie/en/departmen...

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Minister Jim O’Callaghan announces commencement of the International Co-operation (Omagh Bombing Inquiry) Act 2026

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Department of Justice Ireland @deptjusticeirl.bsky.social · 09/06/2026

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: bit.ly/4uVcLOF

Photo of Minister O'Callaghan and retired Judge of the High Court, Michael White.

Text reads: "Publication, Final Report of the South East Commission of Investigation".

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Department of Justice Ireland @deptjusticeirl.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

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 bit.ly/4lCpWiW

Image of children playing soccer together. Text on images reads; Funding Launch, €1.4M to combat racism and foster racial equality and community cohesion.

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Department of Justice Ireland @deptjusticeirl.bsky.social · 29/05/2026

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: bit.ly/49tEmOk

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Removal of appeals for certain short stay visa refusals

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Department of Justice Ireland @deptjusticeirl.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

Minister Jim O'Callaghan secures Government approval to publish the Criminal Justice (International Cooperation on Electronic Evidence and Other Matters) Bill 2026 Read more: bit.ly/43y8Zyu

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Department of Justice Ireland @deptjusticeirl.bsky.social · 26/05/2026

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

НОВИЙ ІНФОРМАЦІЙНИЙ САЙТ ДЛЯ ОТРИМУВАЧІВ ТИМЧАСОВОГО ЗАХИСТУ

new Info site for Beneficiaries of Temporary Protection

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Department of Justice Ireland @deptjusticeirl.bsky.social · 26/05/2026

Minister Jim O’Callaghan calls on those with information about The Disappeared to provide it to the Independent Commission for the Location of Victims’ Remains. Read More: bit.ly/4uE3ydA

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Department of Justice Ireland @deptjusticeirl.bsky.social · 26/05/2026

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: bit.ly/4f3a2O7

ministerial meeting
discussions on
eu presidency, dsgbv & prisons

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Department of Justice Ireland @deptjusticeirl.bsky.social · 25/05/2026

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: bit.ly/4tVogV6

Update
upgraded eGates facilities at Dublin Airport

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Department of Justice Ireland @deptjusticeirl.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

Cabinet approval to publish ‘Valerie’s Law’ to remove guardianship rights from one guardian/parent convicted of killing the other guardian/parent. www.gov.ie/en/departmen...

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Minister Jim O'Callaghan secures Cabinet approval to publish ‘Valerie’s Law’ to remove guardianship rights from one guardian/parent convicted of killing the other guardian/parent.

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Department of Justice Ireland @deptjusticeirl.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

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

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Department of Justice Ireland @deptjusticeirl.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

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

Publication
Building Pathways Together First Annual Report

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Department of Justice Ireland @deptjusticeirl.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

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

Photo of Minister O'Callaghan with some of the team who created the Child-Friendly Family Justice Resources.

Image of a child using a laptop accessing the Child-Friendly resources.

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Department of Justice Ireland @deptjusticeirl.bsky.social · 01/05/2026

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: bit.ly/4uhouGr

Photo of the Garda Attestation with text, "Policing Update, 193 new Gardaí assigned to stations across the country".

Photo of the Garda Attestation with Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration Jim O'Callaghan and Garda Commissioner Justin Kelly.

Photo of the Garda Attestation with Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration Jim O'Callaghan.

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Department of Justice Ireland @deptjusticeirl.bsky.social · 24/04/2026

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: bit.ly/4u8JaAz

Photo of sod being turned at second phase of Castlerea Prison development.

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Department of Justice Ireland @deptjusticeirl.bsky.social · 23/04/2026

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: bit.ly/4tZzXdG

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Department of Justice Ireland @deptjusticeirl.bsky.social · 22/04/2026

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: bit.ly/4tW8IAG

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Department of Justice Ireland @deptjusticeirl.bsky.social · 21/04/2026

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

A person is talking while another person takes notes. The text on the image announces funding of €4.3 million for organizations supporting victims of crime, associated with the Department of Justice, Home Affairs and Migration.

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Department of Justice Ireland @deptjusticeirl.bsky.social · 16/04/2026

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

Photo of Chief Justice Donal O’Donnell,
The Hon. Ms Justice Nuala Jackson, and
Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration, Jim O’Callaghan.
Text reads "Publication, Judicial guidelines on expert reports in family law."

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