91. Deputy Barry Heneghan asked the Minister for Transport if he would consider the implementation of audible taxi meters designed specifically for the visually impaired, akin to those currently utilised (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8637/25]
171. Deputy Barry Heneghan asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media if he agrees that Foras na Gaeilge’s funding system has been broken (with the cross-Border organisation having a budget value of 40%, 20% less 20 years later) and that at least €20 million more of the work of the Irish language outside the Gaeltacht, as set out in the Growth Plan 2024-2029, should be made available th…
224. Deputy Barry Heneghan asked the Minister for Justice if he will provide clarification on the criteria being used to assess the immigration situation of a person (details supplied); what measures are in place to protect individuals in similar circumstances who contribute significantly to the community and public services; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8640/25]
259. Deputy Barry Heneghan asked the Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth whether or not there are supports, including advocacy services, in the State for adults, many of whom are relatively young adults, who as children lived in health board and/or HSE/Tusla child/adolescent residential accommodation; to provide signposting information; and whether or not there are existing redress sche…
260. Deputy Barry Heneghan asked the Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth if he will clarify the definition of a disabled persons’ organisation (DPO) coalitions and umbrella group (details supplied); what should be legitimately considered a DPO umbrella-group by the State; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [8632/25]
341. Deputy Barry Heneghan asked the Minister for Health whether or not there are supports, including advocacy services, in the State for adults, many of whom are relatively young adults, who as children lived in health board and/or HSE/Tusla child/adolescent residential accommodation; to provide signposting information; and whether or not there are existing redress schemes or impending redress schemes to address the…
342. Deputy Barry Heneghan asked the Minister for Health the number of new ophthalmology posts approved as part of the budgetary process for each of the years 2021 to 2025, in tabular form; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [8631/25]
163. Deputy Barry Heneghan asked the Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth if, in light of the findings of the recent review into child sexual abuse within an organisation (details supplied), there are plans to establish a statutory inquiry into the handling of abuse allegations and the organisation’s response over the years; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [7741/25]
294. Deputy Barry Heneghan asked the Minister for Transport the timeline on refurbishment works that Iarnród Éireann plans to carry out at a station (details supplied) during 2025; and when each of those projects will commence. [8157/25]
455. Deputy Barry Heneghan asked the Minister for Education when phase 2 of the construction of a school (details supplied) will be completed; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [8156/25]
694. Deputy Barry Heneghan asked the Minister for Justice to clarify the position of League of Ireland stadiums under new alcohol licence laws; if he plans to amend the draft legislation to include these stadiums; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8159/25]
731. Deputy Barry Heneghan asked the Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth if assistance will be provided on an issue (details supplied). [8162/25]
795. Deputy Barry Heneghan asked the Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth the current status of the individualised personal budget pilot programme currently being trialed by the HSE; the number of persons at the various stages of the programme; and the total cost of funding provided in each of the years since the commencement of the pilot. [4521/25]
823. Deputy Barry Heneghan asked the Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth his plans to reduce the cost of childcare in Ireland (details supplied). [8163/25]
828. Deputy Barry Heneghan asked the Minister for Health if she would support pay priority for medical laboratory scientists (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [8161/25]
981. Deputy Barry Heneghan asked the Minister for Health the increased staffed investment she plans to make to address the waiting list crisis in Primary Care Child and Adolescent Psychology Services in CHO9; and when she intends to a recruitment drive for same to begin. [8154/25]
982. Deputy Barry Heneghan asked the Minister for Health the number of WTE consultants in respiratory medicine based at Beaumont Hospital in 2023, 2024 and to date in 2025, in tabular form. [8155/25]
983. Deputy Barry Heneghan asked the Minister for Health to examine the impact of changes in dental practice at (details supplied), specifically the way the practice has adopted the approach which prioritises patients based on the suitability for teaching need; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [8160/25]
13. Deputy Barry Heneghan asked the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment the measures he will take to increase the employment rate for people with disabilities, considering employment opportunities are vital in providing this group the ability to live independently and at present there are too many barriers, including an anxiety that employers will not provide the necessary accommodations. [6743/25]
117. Deputy Barry Heneghan asked the Minister for the Environment, Climate and Communications given Ireland's immense potential for offshore renewable energy and the production of green hydrogen, the specific steps he is taking to accelerate these initiatives and how he plans to position Ireland as a leader in the EU market for green hydrogen, thereby creating much-needed revenue for the State. [6740/25]
145. Deputy Barry Heneghan asked the Minister for the Environment, Climate and Communications to examine the issue of exclusive broadcasting rights for major sporting events in Ireland, particularly a UK-based provider (details supplied) that holds a dominant position in the Irish market, leading to limited competition, no direct VAT contribution, and increased costs for the hospitality sector; and if he will explore…
193. Deputy Barry Heneghan asked the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment if his Department has assessed the impact of an organisations effective monopoly on music licensing in Ireland, particularly in comparison to EU counterparts where licensing fees are more competitive; and if he will consider measures to introduce greater competition or alternative licensing models to reduce costs for the hospitality se…
223. Deputy Barry Heneghan asked the Minister for Education if he would examine the delays in implementing the new model of front-loading SNA support which was announced back in 2020; the reason it has not been implemented; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [7119/25]
224. Deputy Barry Heneghan asked the Minister for Education to lay out a timeline for the construction of a new school building at a school (details supplied). [7120/25]
277. Deputy Barry Heneghan asked the Minister for Social Protection if he will provide a detailed timeline for the enactment of the Social Welfare (Bereaved Partner’s Pension) Bill 2024, in light of the Supreme Court ruling in a case (details supplied); and to outline the steps being taken to ensure that bereaved cohabiting partners will receive the necessary financial support without further delay. [7116/25]