288. Deputy Albert Dolan asked the Minister for Transport if he is aware of the consistent delays on the Irish Rail service between Woodlawn and Galway, with trains frequently running at least ten minutes late; if he will engage with Irish Rail to address the reasons behind these ongoing delays; and what measures can be taken to improve the reliability of this service for commuters. [10825/25]
391. Deputy Albert Dolan asked the Minister for Finance the number of taxpayers to date that have applied to have their flat rate expenses reinstated, in each staff category; if the Revenue Commissioners can provide data on the number of taxpayers who were in receipt of flat rate expenses in 2024, by staff type; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10824/25]
513. Deputy Albert Dolan asked the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment if financial supports will be provided to businesses that suffered damage during storm Éowyn, similar to the humanitarian flood assistance schemes; if consideration will be given to introducing a targeted support scheme for businesses in rural east Galway, where many were severely affected by the storm; and if he will make a statement on…
1523. Deputy Albert Dolan asked the Minister for Health if she will engage with an institution (details supplied) regarding the need for improved governance and safety regulations surrounding the use of aesthetic medical devices, particularly dermal fillers; if she will consider introducing stricter regulations to ensure that only doctors and appropriately trained healthcare professionals administer these treatments …
1725. Deputy Albert Dolan asked the Minister for Health if automatic or priority access to a medical card will be considered for individuals who have suffered a stroke, given the long-term medical needs and rehabilitation costs associated with recovery; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [11815/25]
1726. Deputy Albert Dolan asked the Minister for Health if the online medical card application system will be updated to allow applicants to save and return to their application at a later stage, rather than losing progress due to timeouts, in order to make the process more accessible and user-friendly for those with medical conditions or disabilities. [11816/25]
1727. Deputy Albert Dolan asked the Minister for Health in collaboration with the relevant authorities, if she will review the fines and enforcement measures for the misuse of disabled parking spaces, given that current penalties are not acting as a strong enough deterrent and enforcement remains inadequate; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [11817/25]
151. Deputy Albert Dolan asked the Minister for Health the plans that are in place for a new attention deficit hyperactivity disorder team in Galway; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [10015/25]
334. Deputy Albert Dolan asked the Minister for Justice if he is aware of the current condition of a facility (details supplied); if he will consider upgrading these facilities to reflect the service levels required at this location; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10421/25]
338. Deputy Albert Dolan asked the Minister for Justice the number of Garda public order unit vans attached to the Galway division as of 17 February 2025; and if he will provide corresponding figures as of 31 January 2021, in tabular form. [10469/25]
446. Deputy Albert Dolan asked the Minister for Health the number of WTE psychotherapists employed in Galway mental health services in the years of 2023, 2024 and to date in 2025, in tabular form. [10470/25]
447. Deputy Albert Dolan asked the Minister for Health the number and percentage of incidents responded by the National Ambulance Service, by clinical status and sub status for January in each of the years 2022 and 2025. [10471/25]
448. Deputy Albert Dolan asked the Minister for Health the number of WTE consultants in obstetrics and gynaecology based at the maternity department of Galway University Hospital in the years of 2023, 2024 and to date in 2025, in tabular form. [10472/25]
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465. Deputy Albert Dolan asked the Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science the budget allocated to the MentorsWork scheme in 2024 and 2025, in tabular form. [10473/25]
Albert Dolan
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466. Deputy Albert Dolan asked the Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science the amount of capital investment allocated to each technological university in 2023, 2024 and to date in 2025, in tabular form. [10474/25]
384. Deputy Albert Dolan asked the Minister for Education to provide an update on the summer works scheme for a school (detail supplied); and if permission will be given for the works to go ahead as a matter of urgency. [9392/25]
587. Deputy Albert Dolan asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine if there is an alternative route available for individuals who have been deemed ineligible to complete the green certificate due to holding minor NFQ qualifications; if consideration will be given to introducing a pathway that allows individuals to gain the necessary certification to qualify as a trained farmer; and if he will make a sta…
763. Deputy Albert Dolan asked the Minister for Health the reason the position of psychologist at the Athenry primary care centre, County Galway, has not yet been filled; if this position remains open; if it is currently being actively advertised; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [9683/25]
765. Deputy Albert Dolan asked the Minister for Health if there are specific transport supports available for transplant patients who need to travel for treatment, surgery, or post-operative care; if any additional measures are being considered to assist transplant patients in accessing necessary medical services; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [9686/25]
131. Deputy Albert Dolan asked the Minister for Social Protection the number of applications for humanitarian assistance that have been received by his Department in the wake of storm Éowyn; the number that have been processed; the number that have been paid; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8593/25]
171. Deputy Albert Dolan asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Defence to review the pension entitlements of a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8683/25]
194. Deputy Albert Dolan asked the Minister for Transport if he is aware of the ongoing severe overcrowding on the morning train services from Athenry to Galway city; if he will engage with Iarnród Éireann to explore options for increasing capacity on this route to accommodate the growing demand from commuters; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8866/25]
195. Deputy Albert Dolan asked the Minister for Transport if he will provide an update on plans for a bus service between Athenry and Galway city; the reason the National Transport Authority has not provided further information or a timeline for the proposed three-times-daily service that was mentioned months ago; and if he will commit to ensuring that a town of over 5,000 people is adequately served by public transp…
225. Deputy Albert Dolan asked the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment when the appeals process for the Power Up grant will be opened; and if his Department has provided any guidelines for applicants on how to submit an appeal. [8865/25]
286. Deputy Albert Dolan asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage if funding has been allocated to local authorities in 2025 to continue the acquisition of properties under the tenant-in-situ scheme; if so, the amount allocated; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8887/25]