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facilities such as playing facilities, AstroTurf pitches, renewal of grass surfaces and changing room facilities for voluntary schools. There are some great programmes in the summer works scheme and other newer schemes to do with climate action and preparing buildings for climate change, which are welcome. There … mechanism for that at the moment. Will the Government consider in the medium term putting a scheme together, similar to the summer works programme, in which schools can apply for funding for sports facilities and renewal of sports facilities? I am not talking about capital in the sense

first time the roll-out of the summer version of the hot school meals, what we are calling a summer meals programme. Women going into the pharmacy to access HRT see that it has been made free in the last number of weeks. Student grant payments will increase

Monday by the Minister, Deputy McEntee, which detailed the 28 schools that will undergo major energy and decarbonisation retrofit works this summer under the pathfinder programme. It is welcome news for those schools and I have no doubt they are delighted to be selected. I understand the pilot

expected that there will be clarity on these allocations over the course of the summer, allowing the Department to plan its capital investment programme for the 2026 to 2030 period in line with prioritised needs and reflecting, as appropriate, wider Government priorities

expected that there will be clarity on these allocations over the course of the summer period, and this will allow the Department to plan its capital investment programme for the 2026 to 2030 period, in line with prioritised needs and reflecting, as appropriate, wider Government priorities. Maximising existing

further. It is expected that there will be clarity on these allocations over the course of the summer period, and this will allow my Department to plan its capital investment programme for next year right up to 2030 in line with prioritised needs and reflecting, as appropriate, wider

expect the issue will be brought to the Cabinet before the summer recess. Following that, we will be looking for approval to progress a health and adult safeguarding Bill, which is in the current legislative programme. It is a matter of absolute priority. I am on record

pupils in Coláiste Bhríde and will in the wider context outlined ensure that this project, as for all projects on the school building programme, is subject to the due diligence required under the public infrastructure guidelines. Since 2020, the Department of education has invested more than €6 billion … expected that there will be clarity on these allocations over the summer period and this will allow the Department of Education and Youth to plan its capital investment programme for the 2026 to 2030 period in line with prioritised needs and reflecting, as appropriate, wider Government priorities. Maximising

under the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration. This is another important programme for Government commitment, which better aligns the Department's national security responsibilities. The ministerial council will meet again after the summer

People who were portrayed in that programme are on the minimum wage. Essentially, people who have an invaluable role in our society - caring for our elderly or other vulnerable citizens - are earning the same wage as a teenager on a summer job in a meat factory. There

pilot is and has been continuous, with participants completing a detailed survey every six months. The Department has undertaken a broad research programme, including two papers based on the baseline survey, that is, information about participants' lives before they received the first BIA payment and two impact assessments … date. The Department is preparing a report examining the first 24 months of the scheme, which is due to be published over the summer months. An interview research paper written by an independent researcher was also published recently. This paper collects the experiences of 50 recipients, who have

highest quality of care. I turn to adult safeguarding. I know there have been many calls since the "RTÉ Investigates" and "Prime Time" programmes aired for the introduction of adult safeguarding legislation. I also know that many Deputies have been calling for this legislation for much longer … finalising an adult safeguarding policy for the health and social care sector. Our intention is to bring it to Government before the summer recess. This policy has been informed by research, stakeholder engagement and an extensive public consultation carried out last year. It has also been informed

energy in education website portal and advice programme operated by the SEAI in collaboration with the Department of Education and Youth. The programme selection also seeks to include various cross-sections of school types and sizes, energy consumption profiles and different elements of construction type and heritage conservation … provision of funding for issues related to an existing school can fall under a number of delivery mechanisms, which most frequently include the summer works and emergency works schemes. The purpose of the emergency works scheme is specifically to provide funding for unforeseen emergencies, thereby ensuring availability

behalf of the sector and the country, of attending those trade missions whenever they arise, notwithstanding the impact has on the work programme. The Department and I are committed to supporting the industry in every way possible. Separately to the SDP, the Department also funds supports and services … catching and aquaculture and processing sectors. I also intend to get to Howth, Dunmore East and Dingle before the end of the summer. I have met with seafood representative groups, all recognised producer organisations and the National Inshore Fisheries Forum, NIFF, the fish co-operatives, processors

free schoolbooks scheme to all students. If you have one income coming in, we all know that every September and every summer, schoolbooks, going back to school and the cost of schoolbooks was the bane of most parents' lives. That is gone, eliminated. The Deputies did not have … impact on household budgets. St. Vincent de Paul has said this has had a significant impact on household budgets. The hot school meals programme has been significant in its impact on children generally, and particularly children from low-income and difficult circumstances where they

housing; — the Government is prioritising the commencement of the Planning and Development Act 2024, on a phased basis as outlined in the Programme for Government, and that the Act represents the most comprehensive review of planning legislation since 2000, and will reform and streamline the planning process … Government and Heritage, with work to begin as soon as possible; — the Planning and Development (Amendment) Bill 2025, to be enacted before this summer recess, will ensure sufficient time is given to activate planning permissions for much needed housing; and — a review of the exempted development provisions

going out to enjoy the summer holidays. Through many other avenues of government, we will endeavour to give supports to children throughout the summer holidays. More specifically, the issue of homelessness is key. A key strategy is to shorten the time any family experiences emergency accommodation and ensure … provision of social housing through other mechanisms has increased exponentially. That is a key way of dealing with homelessness. The housing first programme is also key. It was recommended strongly a number of years ago by the homeless agencies. There are now 1,000 tenancies for homeless people

interim, schools can engage with my Department through the relevant application-based capital schemes. I recently announced a new climate action summer works scheme and the application process for this scheme is currently open for all schools, with a closing date for receipt of applications of 30 June … will give a really good sense of the state our school buildings are in. We committed to a minor works grant in the programme for Government. If we can change, adapt or amend it so that the schools which need more funding through that grant

from Aoife Hegarty herself 12 days before broadcast. This information included allegations relating to a third nursing home not featured in the RTÉ programme. When Deputy Sherlock asked this morning about this, HIQA's chief inspector was nothing short of evasive. People need to know the extent … throughout the country today? What will the Taoiseach do to ensure there is effective safeguarding in place? Will he introduce legislation before the summer recess? Will he ensure that HIQA has the necessary teeth to deliver sanctions where abuse occurs

Aire Stáit. The school has applied for emergency works funding. It is also in the process of applying for the climate action summer works scheme this year. However, getting multiple grants at various times and doing the required works piecemeal is time consuming for primary school teachers … resolve the issues in these very old school buildings. That is why the school is looking at the bigger picture of the pathfinder programme. My contribution today probably only touched the surface of the issues in this school and what the dedicated team of staff is trying

yield from LPT would increase by one quarter. Approximately 70% of properties would move up at least one band. In light of the programme for Government commitment, and to avoid a significant increase in LPT liabilities for householders, this Bill proposes to the amend the charging structure … related issues after that point as part of the normal budget process. It is important for this Bill to be enacted before the summer recess. This is to ensure Revenue has enough time to implement the necessary IT changes to support the changes this Bill is making

schools get an increased rate for various things and increased supports but I appreciate that is often not enough. The commitment in the programme for Government is very clear. We will continue to increase capitation. In this month alone, the level for primary school will increase … million will be spent on retrofitting, that will help reduce their overall energy costs. That is why it is really important. The summer works scheme is focusing solely on environment and climate because that helps bring down the bills. We need to support schools in looking at insurance

others have mentioned, the "RTÉ Investigates" programme highlighted the scandalous lack of proper care standards in two nursing homes. However, if people think such incidents in the modern age are confined to The Residence Portlaoise and Beneavin Manor in Glasnevin, they have another thing coming. We have … Department of Children, Disability and Equality, is finalising an adult safeguarding policy for the health and social care sector, hopefully before the summer recess. This will provide a framework for strengthening adult safeguarding structures, processes and supports. The introduction of safeguarding legislation, if it is done properly, will

short-term and secure a sustainable level of supply that will help us meet demand; — the measures committed to in the Programme for Government, including a new housing plan building on the successes of Housing for All, will help us meet the enormous challenge of delivering more than … help to reduce the delays that may be constraining housing supply; — the Planning and Development (Amendment) Bill 2025, to be enacted before this summer recess, will ensure sufficient time is given to activate planning permissions for much needed housing; — under the Planning and Development

three leaders, we came up with a compromise that allowed the road to progress. I am delighted the N17 is in the programme for Government. It is important. There are other road projects. For example, we need progress on the N15 to Sligo and Donegal. I understand … repair. It needs surface dressing. I also wish to raise the Carrick-on-Shannon bypass. We must ensure it progresses. During the summer or on a Friday or Saturday, one could be waiting up to 40 or 45 minutes. The good news is that the N5 - the Ballaghaderreen

when additional home support or day service hours will be granted to a child (details supplied) as part of the HSE summer programme, and thereafter on an ongoing basis; if consideration has been given to the urgent need as outlined in recent assessments; and if she will make

Deputy Darren O'Rourke asked the Minister for Education and Youth the cost of increasing the free-of-charge summer programme for students with special education needs to provide a place for every child with special educational needs across the State. [31572/25

Deputy Shónagh Ní Raghallaigh asked the Minister for Education and Youth the estimated cost to increase funding for the summer programme by 15% by first year, full year and school year cost, in tabular form; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [29911/25

Deputy Jen Cummins asked the Minister for Education and Youth the number of schools providing summer education programme in the post code of Dublin 12. [32565/25

Deputy Ged Nash asked the Minister for Education and Youth to confirm the allocated budget in her Department for a climate-focused summer works programme for 2025; if significant roof replacement works can be considered in terms of applications from schools that also have strategic plans developed

Deputy Jen Cummins asked the Minister for Education and Youth to list the schools that are providing summer education programmes in Dublin south central, in tabular form. [29136/25

that school leaders and boards of management are not required to undertake significant administrative responsibilities, such as the establishment of school meal programmes during the summer break; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33841/25

Companies (OMCs) from the Department of Justice to his Department, as committed to in the Programme for Government; and if he will confirm that this transfer will be completed before the Oireachtas summer recess. [30309/25

Deputy Cathal Crowe asked the Minister for Culture, Communications and Sport if he will consider initiating a programme akin to Talent Search, operated by the Australian government, whereby children and adolescents are tested for their sporting prowess and given an introduction to sports they may never have experienced … before with a view to making the country more competitive across a wider field of sports at the Summer Olympic Games. [34738/25