TDs / Niamh Smyth

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Niamh Smyth

Fianna Fáil Cavan-Monaghan TD in this Dáil since 29 November 2024
Minister of State at the Department of Enterprise, Tourism and Employment

Official Oireachtas profile

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994
questions asked
Oral and written, to government departments
67,002
words spoken in the chamber
67,002 as a minister, 0 as a TD
328
votes recorded
Each Yes, No or Abstained in a recorded vote
161
topics asked about
Across 19 departments

From the Dáil chamber only: committee meetings are not in this archive.

What they ask about

The subject headings the Oireachtas filed their questions under.

Who they ask

The departments their questions were addressed to.

Month by month

Low months are usually recesses, when the Dáil does not sit. The archive runs to 22 October 2026.

Questions asked 994 in all

Dec 2024Oct 2026

Contributions to debates 160 in all

Dec 2024Oct 2026
Show as a table
MonthQuestionsContributions
December 2024 0 0
January 2025 41 0
February 2025 40 24
March 2025 61 0
April 2025 59 1
May 2025 47 3
June 2025 30 6
July 2025 34 10
August 2025 0 0
September 2025 101 26
October 2025 46 2
November 2025 61 15
December 2025 39 0
January 2026 45 15
February 2026 51 4
March 2026 63 4
April 2026 56 3
May 2026 56 12
June 2026 58 8
July 2026 35 14
August 2026 0 0
September 2026 59 12
October 2026 12 1

Debates they spoke in most

Plus 110 contributions in the regular slots, such as Leaders' Questions and Priority Questions. Speech from the chair is not counted.

Asked about similar topics

Worked out by computer from the subject headings of each TD's questions, giving more weight to headings few TDs use. It shows shared subjects, not shared views.

Party, constituency and offices

  1. constituency Cavan-Monaghan 29 November 2024 to now
  2. party Fianna Fáil 29 November 2024 to now
  3. office Minister of State at the Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment 29 January 2025 to 1 June 2025
  4. office Minister of State at the Department of Enterprise, Tourism and Employment 2 June 2025 to now
Niamh Smyth Written 12 Nov 2025 · to Children
897. Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality the reason a child (details supplied) is still awaiting an autism assessment alongside accessing occupational therapy and psychological services; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [62030/25]
Niamh Smyth Written 12 Nov 2025 · to Health
911. Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to expedite an appointment for a person (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [60906/25]
Niamh Smyth Written 12 Nov 2025 · to Health
1001. Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to expedite an appointment (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [61403/25]
Niamh Smyth Written 12 Nov 2025 · to Further and Higher Education
1128. Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science if he will review the case of a person (details supplied); if the decision regarding this person’s SUSI application will be expedited; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [60994/25]
Niamh Smyth Written 5 Nov 2025 · to Education
104. Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Education and Youth if she will review the case of a person (details supplied); if the application could be expedited; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [60226/25]
Niamh Smyth Written 5 Nov 2025 · to Housing
126. Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage if he will review and address concerns raised in correspondence (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [60278/25]
Niamh Smyth Written 5 Nov 2025 · to Further and Higher Education
203. Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science if approval will be granted for a SUSI application for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [60232/25]
Niamh Smyth Written 4 Nov 2025 · to Transport
271. Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Transport if he will review the recent change to the C2 Ballinagh bus stop location; if he will consider the introduction of a designated pick-up/drop-off point on the N55 near Ardkill Place to improve accessibility for residents, including those with mobility difficulties; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [58012/25]
Niamh Smyth Written 4 Nov 2025 · to Transport
320. Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Transport to review the case of a person (details supplied) regarding a drivers license; if he will rectify this matter; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [58711/25]
Niamh Smyth Written 4 Nov 2025 · to Transport
436. Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Transport if he will review correspondence regarding toll fee increases (details supplied); if he will address concerns raised; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [60190/25]
Niamh Smyth Written 4 Nov 2025 · to Finance
520. Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Finance if matters raised in correspondence by a local business (details supplied) will be examined; the means by which his Department can facilitate businesses to develop; if he will address these issues separately; the status of same; and if his Department is willing to review the matter. [59997/25]
Niamh Smyth Written 4 Nov 2025 · to Education
666. Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Education and Youth if he will review correspondence regarding the allocation of special education resources and staffing supports in a school (details supplied); if he will ensure that appropriate measures are taken to address the concerns raised; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [58028/25]
Niamh Smyth Written 4 Nov 2025 · to Education
725. Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Education and Youth to review correspondence from a school (details supplied) and if she'll provide an update on this project; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [58474/25]
Niamh Smyth Written 4 Nov 2025 · to Education
759. Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Education and Youth if she will provide a list of all grants currently available for registered afterschool services for capital works, equipment, or storage facilities; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [58727/25]
Niamh Smyth Written 4 Nov 2025 · to Housing
1056. Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage to review the case of a person (details supplied) regarding the Vacant Property Refurbishment Grant; if he will review the interpretation of the guidelines in view of this application; his views on the matter; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [58853/25]
Niamh Smyth Written 4 Nov 2025 · to Social
1145. Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Social Protection if he will review the correspondence (details supplied); if he will outline the agencies, institutions or supports that are available to assist a person in building a life here in Ireland with their family; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [58468/25]
Niamh Smyth Written 4 Nov 2025 · to Social
1157. Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Social Protection if he will review correspondence regarding a carer's allowance application for a person (details supplied); if the decision on the matter will be expedited given the circumstances; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [57952/25]
Niamh Smyth Written 4 Nov 2025 · to Social
1162. Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Social Protection if he will review correspondence regarding the decision to deny funding for a school breakfast club (details supplied); if he will address the concerns raised about the impact this decision may have on students' well-being and participation in education; if he will outline any alternative funding streams, grant opportunities, or forms they could comple…
Niamh Smyth Written 4 Nov 2025 · to Social
1165. Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Social Protection to review the case of a person (details supplied) regarding the working family payment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [58210/25]
Niamh Smyth Written 4 Nov 2025 · to Justice
1283. Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration if he will review the case of a person (details supplied); if he will address the concerns raised; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [58442/25]
Niamh Smyth Written 4 Nov 2025 · to Justice
1391. Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration if he will review matters raised in correspondence regarding concerns about the revocation of Irish citizenship for naturalised citizens (details supplied); if he will address concerns raised; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [60167/25]
Niamh Smyth Written 4 Nov 2025 · to Agriculture
1460. Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine to review correspondence (details supplied) regarding restricted herd sales; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [60198/25]
Niamh Smyth Written 4 Nov 2025 · to Children
1506. Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality if she will review the correspondence from a childcare facility (details supplied); if she will address the concerns raised regarding the core funding system and fee increase restrictions; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [58446/25]
Niamh Smyth Written 4 Nov 2025 · to Children
1524. Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality if she will review an application (details supplied) with the HSE; if she will provide a timeframe for a decision on the applications; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [58856/25]
Niamh Smyth Written 4 Nov 2025 · to Children
1606. Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality if she will review the case of a person (details supplied); the back-to-school supports which are currently in place for foster carers; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [60027/25]