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Further to the commencement of Part 3 of the Planning and Development Act 2024 in October 2025, provisions for national planning statements have been introduced to replace the provisions for ministerial guidelines issued under section 28 of the Planning and Development Act 2000. The timing of the issuing … national planning statements is based on Government priorities. The current childcare facilities guidelines for planning authorities, which remain in place until revoked or replaced by a new national planning statement, set out the methodology for calculating an adequate provision of childcare places and ensure consistency in the approach

welcome the publication today of the draft national planning statement on rural and Gaeltacht housing, which represents the most significant reform of rural housing policy in over 20 years. As a rural TD for Kerry, I know at first hand the frustration, inconsistency and uncertainty that many families … Taoiseach confirm the timeline for the completion of the environmental assessment and public consultation, and reassure rural families that the final national planning statement will be in place before the end of this year? How quickly does he envisage the new draft planning statement being incorporated into county

welcome the statements from the Minister, Deputy James Browne, the Minister of State, Deputy John Cummins, and the Tánaiste on overhauling rural planning. This is an issue the Taoiseach feels very strongly about himself. Kerry has been severely impacted. Places like Kilcummin and Beaufort are effectively sterilised … have to give clear direction to the local authorities as to what the Government's policy actually is. When will the national planning statement for rural planning be announced? What can we expect to see in that to help people to build houses for themselves

introducing an enhanced corporation tax deduction for apartment construction costs. My Department is also progressing the preparation of a draft national planning statement for the Government’s consideration to replace the current apartment guidelines. The overall purpose is to strike an effective regulatory balance, ensuring that apartment development

parliamentary question which stated that a review of the 2006 wind energy development guidelines had been undertaken as part of a national planning statement on wind energy under the Planning and Development Act 2024. Included in this was noise, setback distance, shadow flicker, community obligations, community dividend

activity was set out today at Cabinet by the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, Deputy James Browne, in a national planning statement. The statement provides a balanced framework that supports sustainable tourism, protects communities, maintains housing supply and enables clear, consistent decision-making for both property

right place on this matter, which is the reason I am asking him the questions. What communications has he had on the national planning statement? Will the statement be made available for consultation with stakeholders before implementation? What would the Minister like

work of the national energy affordability task force; when the action plan will be produced; the way in which timelines on implementation will be managed so as to assist households and business in advance of winter 2026; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [44562/26

democratic principles; — Ireland's commitment to working with key partners to end the conflict in Gaza, and to advancing a sustainable peace plan and addressing the huge challenges facing Palestinians in Gaza; — the Government's grave concerns about the worsening humanitarian situation in Gaza, with intolerable conditions; — that … statement, Ireland will act to prevent those members of the Government of Israel who have been instrumental in fomenting the unfolding disaster in Gaza, and the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration has instructed immigration officers to refuse entry to Itamar Ben-Gvir, Minister of National Security

Successive Governments have utterly neglected public dental services. The first clear statement of the State's aims and objectives for dental services was first published in 1994. That was called the dental health action plan. That plan led to the development of the dental treatment service scheme … policy and although a draft plan was presented to the Minister in 2009, it was never published. In the years between 2001 and 2017, aside from one mention of community water fluoridation, oral health did not feature in any of the national healthcare policy documents. That only changed

This technology was very invasive. It was brought in without any proper consultation. The company seemed to operate without having to go for planning permission. When it was forced to do so by community action and by communities getting organised and challenging the way the company was operating … that commercial drone deliveries are not allowed again in residential areas. The national drone policy that will be drawn up must reflect that. Commercial drone companies must be required, like everybody else, to apply for planning permission for bases they are setting up and for the impact they

bombardment of Lebanon has intensified in recent weeks, with approximately 20 per cent of Lebanon now occupied; and — according to a statement from the United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund (UNICEF), on 29th May, 11 children are being killed or injured every day in Lebanon … Irish citizens; — those citizens were assaulted and abused by members of the Israeli military and publicly goaded by far-right Israeli Minister of National Security, Itamar Ben-Gvir, before being deported from Israel; — at the time, the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade stated that the treatment

democratic principles; — Ireland's commitment to working with key partners to end the conflict in Gaza, and to advancing a sustainable peace plan and addressing the huge challenges facing Palestinians in Gaza; — the Government's grave concerns about the worsening humanitarian situation in Gaza, with intolerable conditions; — that … statement, Ireland will act to prevent those members of the Government of Israel who have been instrumental in fomenting the unfolding disaster in Gaza, and the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration has instructed immigration officers to refuse entry to Itamar Ben-Gvir, Minister of National Security

island nation, but how we deal with the situation caused by the 2007 planning application is what is at issue. Last year, just over 36 million passengers went through the airport in breach of the cap. The DAA has brought a planning application using the existing mechanisms … scale of development. It is not a planned or graduated increase; it is the removal of a cap to allow any number of flights to take place. Not even the DAA went that far in the planning application it submitted. That will have climate consequences, which will

mark Pride. It has been said here a few times already but Pride is not just a celebration; it is a restatement or statement of values. It reminds us that equality is something we must continue to advance, protect and, indeed, demand. Ireland's journey over the past … national LGBTQI+ inclusion strategy provides a whole-of-government framework to advance equality. Its vision is clear: a society where LGBTQI+ people can live safe, healthy and fulfilling lives, and participate fully in every aspect of Irish life. The accompanying 2025 to 2026 action plan sets out concrete

that I was when getting pocket money. However, that is a different story. In the junior cycle, financial literacy is explicitly highlighted in statement of learning 14 of the framework for junior cycle, which focuses on students making informed financial decisions and developing strong consumer skills. The eight … strong emphasis on key student competencies, including those linked to financial literacy. A transition year micro-module on financial literacy, developed by the National Council for Curriculum and Assessment, NCCA, supports students in exploring their financial habits and understanding the importance of being financially informed. Within leaving certificate

fair, impactful and progressive. That is what we want to achieve. In the next number of weeks, we will see the summer economic statement, which will outline the spending parameters open to us for budget 2027. I assure all Deputies that all data will be looked … Government approved the landmark €3.5 billion investment in Ireland's electricity grid infrastructure across 2026 to 2030 as part of the national development plan. This represents the largest single investment in the country's electricity network in its history. A sum of €1.5 billion was allocated

raising this matter, which I am taking on behalf of the Minister, Deputy Darragh O'Brien. I note Manna Air Delivery's recent statement that it will for now cease deliveries by drone in Ireland. The Minister recently met with representatives of Manna Air Delivery and we welcome … holds such an authorisation from the IAA. In addition to complying with the drone regulation, drone operators are also subject to national laws, including environmental, planning and data protection laws. While there is a comprehensive regulatory framework in place from an aviation perspective, there are areas where

since the national oral health policy was published. There is also a need to increase the number of dental hygienists and other oral healthcare professionals. The Department of Health has commenced work on a draft strategic workforce plan for dentistry and oral health. This plan recognises and highlights … workforce census is expected to be a key action in the new dental action plan. The census data will provide information to support the development of the sector and to support workforce planning. The Government is committed to ensuring our healthcare services are supported by a steady

relation to the noise aspect of this planning application is expected after that period ends. This decision will be incorporated in the planning decision by Fingal County Council, which is expected shortly thereafter. It is, however, likely that any planning decision by Fingal County Council may then … judicial review, JR, of that planning decision and if that planning application is refused, then the order will also remain in effect. This will ensure consistency and certainty for all stakeholders while DAA's planning application proceeds to a final planning decision. I believe this also addresses

treatment - just the fair treatment that patients in Germany, Italy, and many other European countries already receive. Please help to ensure that the "National Rare Disease Strategy" becomes a reality for those of us who cannot afford to wait any longer and, by doing so, provide access … wait up to 722 days for decisions to be made on orphan medicines. This is far above the European average. I welcome the plan to a more structured approach of achieving a 180-day reimbursement decision. As the Marie Keating Foundation has stated, we must make

Deputy Michael Cahill asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the progress being made on the new National Planning Statement on Rural Housing; the measures being considered to ensure that young people and families with genuine local connections can build homes in their own communities; when

Dempsey asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage if he will address issues (details supplied) in relation to the Draft National Planning Statement; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48428/26

Deputy Conor Sheehan asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage when the upcoming National Planning Statement on short term lets will be published; if he intends to provide planning exemptions for historic properties that cannot contribute to long-term housing supply; and if he will make

Ireland’s wave energy potential, particularly along the Atlantic coast; the way in which this is being incorporated into national energy planning; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46207/26

remain without access to high-speed broadband; the areas affected; the anticipated rollout timeline for those locations under the National Broadband Plan; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [44245/26

under the RED III Directive will be integrated into the regional renewable energy strategies to be adopted under the National Planning Framework; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42094/26

details supplied) regarding broadband; if he will outline the plans in place to include the area in the National Broadband Plan rollout; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [44118/26

call and allocation of an ambulance resource is recorded on any HSE or National Ambulance Service risk register or audit plan; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [48857/26

Diabetes Policy and Services Review: A strategy for Better Care Diabetes Strategy within the HSE National Service Plan and Estimates process for 2027; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [48478/26

Barry Heneghan asked the Minister for Health the specific actions and targets contained within the HSE National Service Plan 2026 in relation to endometriosis services; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [47453/26

decision is expected regarding progression to Stage 2B; if funding will be provided under the National Development Plan to allow the project to proceed; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [44808/26

break in service under Core Funding rules has resulted in delayed openings of childcare services nationally; if a review of this requirement is planned; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [43889/26

planning for children in State care; the nature and frequency of such reporting; whether national or regional benchmarks, targets or expected timelines exist for permanency planning; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [43647/26

Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Health whether patient registries or national prevalence datasets will form part of the planned rare disease reimbursement reforms; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [42493/26

implant surveillance and long-term outcome monitoring arrangements that replaced it; if there are plans to establish a national spinal registry in line with international best practice; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [43685/26

Minister for Culture, Communications and Sport the position regarding his Department’s plans to progress the development of the national piping centre on Henrietta Street, Dublin; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [49239/26

Deputy Michael Cahill asked the Minister for Health when a National Hearing Care Plan will be published; the expected aims and objectives of the plan; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [42933/26

Flynn asked the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality whether any national targets, benchmarks or expected timelines exist for permanency planning decisions involving children in care; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [47800/26

Health the progress which has been made on the development of a national action plan on loneliness, including her Department or agency responsible for leading its delivery; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [45314/26

public hospitals require replacement now or within five years, and given that the National Cancer Strategy 2017-2026 includes plans for expanded public radiation therapy facilities in Cork; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [41956/26

impact of lagged live exports and nitrates derogation constraints on national cattle availability in 2026; the measures planned to stabilise supply for Irish processors and farmers; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [45264/26

Barrett asked the Minister for Enterprise, Tourism and Employment if he is planning to abolish sub-minimum wages and increase the national minimum wage to a living wage; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [45622/26

actions being taken to improve signalling resilience and service reliability across the national rail network following recent service disruptions; the investment planned in signalling infrastructure during 2026 and 2027; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43830/26

that remain to be upgraded in Cork as part of the National Broadband Plan; if all areas will be completed by the end of 2026 as per the contract; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46458/26

people aged over 65 with neurological conditions; whether there are plans to expand personal budget arrangements and personal managed funds on a national basis for the same cohort; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [44049/26