Disability Matters Committee to discuss the UNCRPD and justice with representatives from the Courts Service and An Garda Siochána  

The following representatives are due to appear:

Representatives from The Courts Service, Angela Denning, Chief Executive Officer & Tom Ward, Assistant Secretary, Superior Courts Operations Directorate

Representatives from An Garda Síochána, Padraic Jones, Chief Superintendent, Garda National Community Engagement Bureau, Seán Fallon, Superintendent & Pauline Glennon, Sergeant

Speaking ahead of the meeting, Committee Cathaoirleach Deputy Michael Moynihan said: “We look forward to discussing how people with disabilities can access justice on an equal basis with everyone else.”

“The prevention of harm and protection of vulnerable people is a key component of policing and justice.”

“disability rights are sometimes seen as unrelated to enforcing the law, protecting the rights of those who have suffered injury or trauma; victims of crime, those with disabilities and those suspected of wrongdoing helps ensure a just outcome for all.”

Watch the meeting live here or on the Oireachtas smartphone app for Apple and Android.