being done by front-line public sector workers but not everybody is getting the supports they need. We also know the Housing First programme, which is underfunded across the State, has effectively collapsed in Dublin over the past two years because of the challenges arising from the Peter
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improve the health of people experiencing homelessness.
Another important policy response for individuals with complex health needs experiencing homelessness is the Housing First programme. The Housing First approach to addressing homelessness places direct access to housing first and foremost for vulnerable individuals using homeless services consistently or intermittently
union recognition by all employers but Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael have refused to do this over the years.
In the current programme for Government, there is a watery commitment to publish an action plan. The plan is even more watery than that. It states the Government will
opportunity to discuss Kathleen Lynn and the children's hospital. I thank the Deputy for bringing this forward.
The children’s hospital project is one of the most significant investments in our health service. It is our commitment to improving how we deliver care, but it is much
Deputy Ó Snodaigh, for his absolutely dogged and relentless work in relation to this. There is no better man to take on a project and not give up on it. This is something that we actually cannot give up on. We cannot accept the assertion from the Government
welcome this Bill for both its updating of the Gender Pay Gap Information Act and its expansion of the identification programme to include first cousins. The measures of strength and transparency under the Employment Equality Act are also welcome, but Ireland's unadjusted gender pay gap is estimated
confidence to ensure that equal work receives equal treatment.
The second part of the Bill extends eligibility for the Institutional Burials Act identification programme to first cousins. This is particularly crucial for the ongoing work in Tuam. I acknowledge the sensitive, professional and compassionate work being
whether there is a clear and effective system for identifying, following up and enforcing non-compliance.
I welcome the extension of the education programme under the Institutional Burials Act to first cousins. For families still seeking answers, that change will matter greatly
want to add to the discussion of the provisions relating to the Institutional Burials Act 2022 which extend the participation in the identification programmes to first cousins. I have listened to a few of the speeches about the traumatic impact on many survivors and families. This amendment, following
because of the age profile or health status of some of the first cousins who wish to participate in the Tuam identification programme to help with the identification of their relatives. As we move to the next Stage, I thank Deputy Wall in particular for his amendments
this context is intended to refer to the subject matter of news, current affairs and international affairs rather than a specific genre or programme format such as a documentary panel show or daily news broadcast. Given that the Bill refers to subject matter rather than genre
policy intention that first cousins who withdrew an appeal before it was determined should not be precluded from participating in an identification programme. I am happy to support the amendment. I thank the Deputy
move amendment No. 7:
In page 8, to delete lines 1 to 3 and substitute the following:
“(6) In this section, “Identification Programme” has the same meaning
hours after the Budget was announced, wholesale home heating oil prices increased by €100 for a fill, with a further increase projected;
— households now face bills of over €1,600 on a 1,000-litre fill of home heating oil;
— despite these extraordinary increases, Budget 2027 delivered
join the European carbon pricing system for buildings, road transport and other sectors. It would reduce the funding available for our national programmes of home energy upgrades and retrofitting, investing in the electricity grid and the development of indigenous renewable energy at the required scale.
As we have
where we want it to be. That is why I have been very determined to make significant change. I was part of the programme for Government talks. I very much was somebody who agreed with the transfer of responsibility for the Control of Dogs
Agriculture, Food and the Marine the allocation on carbon tax to agriculture from 2020 to 2025 and to date in 2026; and the projected intake until 2030, yearly. [71037/26
inclusive, what were the amounts allocated to the Minister's Department annually? Will he also comment on 2026 and the future projected figures
agriculture and now it is throwing it in from the carbon tax.
I am trying to establish the figure that was provided. The programme for Government made a commitment to every person that agriculture would get €1.5 billion between 2020 and 2030. The figures I have
carbon tax, if it is to be persisted with, I want to see that the commitments that were put into the programme for Government being adhered to and farmers at least getting something out of it. The reality is that if you put a silage outfit
calves under six weeks old, must be subject to routine tuberculin testing on an annual basis. These rules are implemented under the TB programme. There are some instances were herds do not complete a herd test, including where herds reduce their stock to zero to send their herds
this agenda and its discussion at the relevant Oireachtas committees and here in the Chamber. Will the Minister of State outline the programmes currently being run by his Department to promote physical and mental health awareness among the farming community? Will he also expand on the health
raise these issues, mainly through public appearances. We have undertaken a significant number of engagements all around the country. A significant number of projects are being funded through our open call. The Deputy has asked for examples. I do not have the list to hand but I will
responsibilities, his Department is engaging with the Office of Public Works, OPW, MARA, local authorities and other relevant bodies on opportunities for pilot projects that would combine coastal flood protection measures with the enhancement of marine habitats and biodiversity. [70958/26
ecosystem. Will the Department take an active role in bringing the relevant agencies together to examine how we could deliver a properly assessed project
In parliamentary questions
Barry Heneghan
Written
Barry Heneghan asked the Minister for Defence if her Department will provide assurances and a commitment that funds are available for all the programmes on the detailed implementation plan; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [18940/26
Ken O'Flynn
Written
Department for the strength of the Reserve Defence Forces under the Reserve Defence Force Regeneration Plan published in July 2024; the projected strength targets for each year to 2028; and the measures being implemented to achieve the stated objective of reaching an effective strength of 80 percent. [20334/26
Barry Heneghan
Written
ADHD, dyspraxia, dyslexia and other neurodivergent conditions to assist them in preparing for the driver theory test; whether any structured learning supports, tutoring programmes or accessible preparatory courses are funded or approved by the State; the number of such supports available nationally and by county; to outline
Barry Heneghan
Written
asked the Minister for Transport whether his Department has assessed the potential use of modular housing to accommodate workers involved in major infrastructure projects such as MetroLink; whether this approach could help reduce pressure on the private rental market in areas experiencing acute housing demand; the likelihood
George Lawlor
Written
will be published; the number of average-speed camera zones planned for deployment; on which road classifications they will be located; the projected timeline for full operational deployment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18526/26
Michael Cahill
Written
Kerry County Council general operatives, engineers and machine drivers on the South Kerry Greenway as this is a Kerry County Council led project and it is important for the local authority to continue to lead the way and retain as much employment as possible within the municipal district
Brian Brennan
Written
Brian Brennan asked the Minister for Transport whether he is considering opening a new round of applications for the Safe Routes to School Programme for schools that did not apply in the original round but have identified a subsequent need; and if he will make a statement
Colm Burke
Written
Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Transport the position regarding the Public Service Obligation Programme, in particular the introduction of the new route 33 service to Whitechurch; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18563/26
Pádraig Rice
Written
July 2025, for a status update on the proposed pedestrian bridge connecting Tramore Valley Park in Ballyphehane in Cork, if the project has moved past the concept stage; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18716/26
John Paul O'Shea
Written
systems currently operational on the national road network;the plans to expand their deployment to high-risk routes; the timeline for any expansion programme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18970/26
John Paul O'Shea
Written
identified the highest-risk road sections for fatal and serious collisions on the national and regional network; whether a targeted safety redesign programme is planned for these locations; the funding allocated for such works; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18971/26
Barry Heneghan
Written
Deputy Barry Heneghan asked the Minister for Transport if he will outline any plans to introduce a funded national programme to identify and redesign the most dangerous sections of the road network, including the fifty road locations associated with the highest number of fatal or serious collisions
Sorca Clarke
Written
will provide an update on the status of the proposed reopening of the Mullingar–Athlone railway line; the extent to which the project is being examined following its inclusion in the All-Island Strategic Rail Review; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19121/26
Emer Currie
Written
Deputy Emer Currie asked the Minister for Transport to provide funding for the M50 Liffey Crossing Active Travel Project; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19390/26
Seán Ó Fearghaíl
Written
Deputy Seán Ó Fearghaíl asked the Minister for Transport if he will support and fund a programme to redesign the 50 highest risk road sections with published timelines for implementation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19883/26
Paul Lawless
Written
Transport the guidelines governing the reinstatement of boundaries and other property features following a compulsory purchase order (details supplied) associated with active travel projects; if current Transport Infrastructure Ireland and local authority practice requires "like for like" replacement of boundary treatments such as walls, fences, gates and entrances
John Connolly
Written
Dublin Road Bus Corridor in Galway, in light of the National Transport Authority's confirmation that it cannot commit to advancing the project due to uncertainty regarding its capital budget for 2026; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20235/26
Eoghan Kenny
Written
Deputy Eoghan Kenny asked the Minister for Transport for an update on the Cork - Limerick motorway project; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20818/26
Cormac Devlin
Written
Deputy Cormac Devlin asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance if the current IT infrastructure project for the Financial Services and Pensions Ombudsman is within budget; to confirm that payments paid to date to external consultants have been in line with agreed contract/budget; and if he will make
Emer Currie
Written
Department tracks the total amount of tax revenue collected annually from electricity supplied to businesses in each of the past five years; the projected yield for the current year; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19211/26
Ken O'Flynn
Written
Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance whether the review of the Special Assignee Relief Programme published with Budget 2026 examined any exit pathway, sunset clause, or replacement model for the scheme; if not, the reason a continuing relief to 2030 was considered preferable
Paula Butterly
Written
Deputy Paula Butterly asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance the steps being taken to fulfil the Programme for Government commitment to extend the help-to-buy scheme to second-hand homes; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20432/26
Albert Dolan
Written
Public Service Reform and Digitalisation the position regarding the relocation of the Turoe Stone; the expected timeline for commencement and completion of the project; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19622/26
Pádraig O'Sullivan
Written
outline where the carbon tax that is collected goes; the schemes it specifically funds; the exact amounts redistributed to each individual scheme or programme for each of the years 2023 to 2025; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19754/26
Darren O'Rourke
Written
confirm the security resistance classification and glazing classification which apply for windows installed or to be installed under the National Cell Refurbishment Programme; if EN 14019 is deemed sufficient for high-security detention cells; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20093/26
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