Barry Heneghan

Gabhaim buíochas leis an Aire. I thank him for noting that this is something I did at local level. I would really like to see it carried through. As he stated, an independent framework is provided for in section 63 of the Local Government Act. However, section 26 of the Disability Act 2005 places an obligation on public bodies, including local authorities, to have one accessibility officer. I have…

It is great that the Minister will reach out to local authorities. I do not want to be Dublin Bay-North centred; this is for all local authorities. The main point is that we are already required by law to protect the rights of disabled people by ensuring there is equality, accessibility and non-discrimination. The Government has a pivotal role in providing local authorities with adequate resources…

In the light of ongoing geopolitical tensions, including Russia's invasion of Ukraine and the genocide occurring across Palestine, the role of our neutrality has never been more scrutinised. Ireland has long taken pride in its policy of military neutrality, a stance that has allowed us to play a respected role in peacekeeping, diplomacy and humanitarian efforts, and I thank all those who have done…

Go raibh maith agat.

It is good to finally be able to speak. What I was trying to say earlier is that I was described as an underling, which is someone who is under someone else's order. I would love for that to be withdrawn from the record of the House. As an Independent TD, I support this Government with cautious optimism, in the hope that it will be able to listen to me. The only people whose orders I am under are …

Céard atá an Rialtas ag déanamh leis an laghdú de 40% ar bhuiséad Fhoras na Gaeilge le 20 bliain anuas, nuair a thugtar boilsciú san áireamh, a chur i gceart agus cothrom na Féinne a thabhairt d'fhorbairt na Gaeilge fud fad na tíre? Sa tréimhse chéanna, d'éirigh buiséad an Chomhairle Ealaíon ó €40 milliún go €140 milliún. Cé mhéad airgead a chuirfidh an Rialtas ar fáil le buiséad Fhoras na Gaeilge…

Go n-éirí leis an Aire Stáit ina phost nua. The presence of community gardaí is not just about enforcing the law, it is about building trust and, in north Dublin, creating the safer neighbourhoods I want to see. It is about fostering real partnerships between gardaí and the people they serve. In recent years, we have seen progress in Dublin and I can stand here proudly and say I am the son of a g…

Ba mhaith liom rud éigin a chur amach ansin. Tá scoil i mBaile Átha Cliath Thuaidh darbh ainm Gaelcholáiste Reachrann agus níl foirgneamh buan aige. Tá sé uafásach go bhfuil daoine i mBaile Átha Cliath ag iarraidh oideachas a fháil trí Ghaeilge agus níl foirgneamh ag an scoil. Tá siad fós i prefabs. Tá siad ann le haghaidh 22 bliain. Tá sé uafásach. D’fhreastail mé ar an scoil agus tá go leor cair…

12. Deputy Barry Heneghan asked the Taoiseach to provide more information on the role of the new unit focused on disability that will be established in his Department. [6435/25]

14. Deputy Barry Heneghan asked the Taoiseach if he will outline the main priorities for the new disability unit within his Department. [7739/25]

30. Deputy Barry Heneghan asked the Taoiseach when the Cabinet committee on children and education and disabilities will meet next. [7738/25]

15. Deputy Barry Heneghan asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Defence if he is considering any changes to the triple-lock mechanism, which currently requires UN Security Council approval alongside Government and Dáil approval, for the deployment of Irish Defence Forces overseas; whether any proposed changes are solely intended to ensure that future peacekeeping missions are not unduly hindered by …

Go n-éirí leis an Aire ina post nua. Ba mhaith liom labhairt faoi rud éigint atá i mbéal an phobail faoi láthair agus is é sin assessments of needs. Chuir mé ceist isteach faoi the steps that the Minister was going to outline for assessment of needs in her new post. The reply I got from the HSE stated that 10.4% of assessments of needs were completed within the timeframe set by the HSE, which is w…

Ba mhaith liom ceist a chur ar an Taoiseach faoi rud éigin a bhí sa Teach an tseachtain seo caite. Will he outline a timeline for when we expect to see the occupied territories Bill brought back into the House with the necessary legal changes? The Bill, when brought back, needs to preserve the original intention. I want this to be done. Will the Taoiseach outline the timeline for the Irish people?

Guím gach rath ar an Aire Stáit ina post nua. Yesterday, I heard a Member of this House - I will not name anyone who is not here - speak and use his fake outrage for his little clip online about how he is annoyed that big tech will dominate this industry. As a recently qualified mechanical engineer who did my thesis on data centres and the waste heat potential they have, that is absolute codswallo…

Go n-éirí leis an Aire Stáit. I want to highlight the vital role sports clubs play in supporting mental health in our communities. I have seen at first hand how young men and women of north Dublin can have a sense of camaraderie going to sports matches in Shelbourne FC. Shelbourne FC runs a football for all team, which provides a football service to include individuals with a range of disabilities…

I am delighted to speak about pressing road safety concerns that affect safety and well-being, especially in my constituency of Dublin Bay North. The urgent need for enhanced road safety measures, particularly around schools and in residential areas, is quite alarming. In neighbourhoods across the northside, such as Marino, Coolock, Raheny, Clontarf, Artane, Darndale and Belmayne - I have missed a…

I wish the Minister the best of luck in his new role. I am very happy to see this motion, which holds substantial implications for our nation's youth and the broader European community. I will focus on the benefits, such as cultural enrichment. By embracing this scheme, the Irish youth will have unparalleled opportunities to experience life. They have always been in the UK and fostering a mutual u…

Save the best for last. Go raibh míle maith agat, a Cheann Comhairle. Táim thar a bheith buíoch go bhfuil mé ag seasamh arís anseo i nDáil Éireann. As an Independent Teachta Dála for Dublin Bay North, I am honoured to address this Chamber today regarding the recent programme for Government. It has been a great experience for me and the great colleagues I have had over the past few weeks, getting …

A Cheann Comhairle, colleagues and, more importantly, the people of Dublin Bay North, it is with great humility and deep gratitude that I rise to address this Chamber for the first time. Gabhaim buíochas le gach daoine. Is mór an onóír dom a bheith anseo. I thank my constituents, my family and my kitchen cabinet, Finian McGrath and Damian O'Farrell, for placing their faith in me, for believing in …