Michael Cahill

2753. Deputy Michael Cahill asked the Minister for Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht to provide a list of all unused properties, lands and buildings, under the ownership or control of his Department within County Kerry; the length of time they have been idle; the plans in place, if any, for future use; if these unused properties, lands and buildings can be used for affordable and social housing and low cost sites; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [45189/25]

2755. Deputy Michael Cahill asked the Minister for Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht to consider amending the rules in regard to the local improvement scheme by allowing pothole repairs to be carried out to assist in prolonging the lifespan of these roads and make inroads into the local improvement scheme priority lists in each local authority; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [45418/25]

2769. Deputy Michael Cahill asked the Minister for Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht if he will assist a soccer club in county Kerry (details supplied) with a Clár application; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46775/25]

40. Deputy Michael Cahill asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade to clarify the Government’s position in respect of issues raised in correspondence (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40790/25]

45. Deputy Michael Cahill asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade if a passport application in respect of a person (details supplied) can be expedited; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40987/25]

106. Deputy Michael Cahill asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade if he will do everything humanly possible to bring an end to the starvation of the civilian population in Gaza (details supplied).; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43294/25]

164. Deputy Michael Cahill asked the Minister for Climate, Energy and the Environment given that the new construction at Killarney Innovation Centre will employ green technologies, including energy-efficient systems and sustainable materials, the way in which the Government plans to support similar eco-friendly building practices in innovation centres across Ireland as part of its national sustainability goals. [40910/25]

165. Deputy Michael Cahill asked the Minister for Climate, Energy and the Environment the incentives or support schemes that exist for the installation of renewable energy solutions for example, solar panels and energy-efficient designs in innovation hubs such as the Killarney Innovation Centre; and the way in which other regional hubs benefit from these initiatives. [40911/25]

173. Deputy Michael Cahill asked the Minister for Climate, Energy and the Environment if he will introduce a community energy advice service, as energy poverty is a complex issue and people need expert advice; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41222/25]

409. Deputy Michael Cahill asked the Minister for Transport whether he will fund additional community transport solutions in Kerry to allow autistic children greater access to community-based activities and integration opportunities, particularly in rural areas where public transport is limited. [41387/25]

423. Deputy Michael Cahill asked the Minister for Transport to provide the necessary funding to address damage to a large number of bridges across County Kerry; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41665/25]

433. Deputy Michael Cahill asked the Minister for Transport if the Tralee to Listowel Greenway in north Kerry will be expedited; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41847/25]

615. Deputy Michael Cahill asked the Minister for Finance to consider a proposal (details supplied) and allow for a draught excise rebate; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40775/25]

637. Deputy Michael Cahill asked the Minister for Finance to strongly support the pre-Budget submission by a society (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41257/25]

660. Deputy Michael Cahill asked the Minister for Finance the measures being put in place to address the cost of living crisis; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41660/25]

677. Deputy Michael Cahill asked the Minister for Finance to examine the case of persons (details supplied); to provide some clarity on the issues raised; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42314/25]

696. Deputy Michael Cahill asked the Minister for Finance to introduce the lower VAT rate for the hospitality sector as a matter of extreme urgency, to allow businesses remain viable and competitive, many of whom are facing unprecedented financial pressures (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43138/25]

699. Deputy Michael Cahill asked the Minister for Finance if he will introduce a lower VAT rate for the hospitality sector as a matter of extreme urgency, to allow businesses to remain viable and competitive, many of whom are facing unprecedented financial pressures (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43218/25]

793. Deputy Michael Cahill asked the Minister for Public Expenditure, Infrastructure, Public Service Reform and Digitalisation to strongly support the pre-budget submission by a society (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41258/25]

864. Deputy Michael Cahill asked the Minister for Enterprise, Tourism and Employment the specific supports or funding that will be provided to Killarney Innovation Centre’s expansion to accommodate up to 100 employees and further enhance its capacity for social enterprises and start-ups in the region given the role in fostering local entrepreneurship. [40905/25]

865. Deputy Michael Cahill asked the Minister for Enterprise, Tourism and Employment given that the expansion of the Killarney Innovation Centre includes the integration of advanced IT infrastructure to support tech-focused businesses, the details of any Government programmes or initiatives designed to help ensure that such facilities are accessible to SMEs and tech companies within the region [40906/25]

1034. Deputy Michael Cahill asked the Minister for Education and Youth if she will allocate sufficient funding to fully implement the national therapy service in mainstream education settings; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [41189/25]

1036. Deputy Michael Cahill asked the Minister for Education and Youth if she will make the State's education system truly free by removing costs and charges to families; remove mock exam and correction fees; provide funding support for electronic devices in schools where they are mandatory; and increase the capitation grant by 25%, with a higher rate of 30% made available to schools that implement the Department’s guidance on affordable school uniforms; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [41203/25]

1042. Deputy Michael Cahill asked the Minister for Education and Youth to urgently review the eligibility of a school (details supplied) for DEIS status; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [41322/25]

1044. Deputy Michael Cahill asked the Minister for Education and Youth the supports available to schools in Kerry that wish to partially integrate children with ASD into mainstream classes; and if an increase to SNAs and staff training will be provided in the region to make this feasible. [41379/25]