kind of the same. We are providing record investment in Irish Water and we are seeing very little return. Of the 37 projects identified by Cork County Council, about four years ago at this stage, six were allocated funding. The vast majority of them have not even been
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cases the fees are not an issue, meaning there is no real cost for the State at all. They come through either sanctuary programmes or sponsors. I was talking to a young Palestinian woman whose two siblings were refused. They have an American sponsor paying the fees
Minister for justice regarding how protected disclosures are being managed within An Garda Síochána. I have no doubt that after tonight's programme, the Minister will be under more pressure to answer these questions because public confidence depends on robust safeguards, transparency and accountability and it is essential
stop and search, which is important. It is important the proper balance is applied here. I will briefly make reference to the programme that will be broadcast on RTÉ tonight. I think we will all be watching carefully to see the details of that. What has emerged
interview to thejournal.ie and spoke about 1,000 young people in the State being outside the recourse of the Garda youth diversion programme. I agree with him to a point but he lost me when he did not say what we would do about that. The 2018 Greentown
people who are involved in the criminal justice system. As I have said before in this House, I worked in the school completion programme for almost two decades. Over that period, we lost children from education because they were groomed into criminal behaviour by adults. I recall, while
together under one single Act. It follows on from the 2018 recommendations of the Commission on the Future of Policing and is another programme for Government commitment being delivered by the Minister. The Bill is also a response to recent legal judgments. In Corcoran v. the Commissioner
Gharda Síochána agus a chinnteoidh go bhfuil na cumhachtaí atá aige oiriúnach don lá atá inniu ann.
I welcome this Bill as a programme for Government commitment and as a very important step for An Garda Síochana and the way in which its members do their work
safeguards around accountability.
Alongside these reforms, can we enable gardaí and local authorities, as I mentioned, to respond quickly through a targeted CCTV programme in areas? It is not acceptable for my constituents to be told that the gardaí and the council cannot use CCTV due to GDPR
with. We have other whistleblowers who submitted protected disclosures that have not been dealt with.
When members of the public see the television programme tonight or read interviews in the newspaper or when various other incidents are covered in the media generally, it does not help that they
Europe. I have attended two events this week where representatives of the Government have said that Europe is the most important peace project in the history of the world, which I fully agree with, but it is not right now because of what is happening, including increased spending
discuss the 70 bus service from Athlone-Mullingar.
Deputy Joanna Byrne - To discuss funding to WALK for the continuation of peer ability programmes in County Louth.
Deputy Louis O'Hara - To discuss the high cost of mandatory digital devices for children attending school.
Deputy Darren O'Rourke
over €102.5 million in 2026, an increase of 64%. Staffing at the hospital has also grown by 33.6% since 2020 and significant capital projects have been completed in recent years, including the refurbishment of two theatres to facilitate the relocation of ophthalmic surgery from Cork University Hospital
Infirmary Victoria University Hospital Cork has received over the past number of years. Additionally, the Waiting Time Action Plan 2026 and surgical hub programme demonstrate the Government's commitment to reducing waiting times and increasing care capacity for patients in the region and nationwide. Under the waiting time
services is delivering for children and young people. Budget 2026 continued the investment in early intervention with new services across the country. The programme for Government commits to a new model of care and pathway for primary care psychology for young people, which is in development
Deputy Michael Healy-Rae following the disgraceful attack on him earlier.
I am sure the Minister came away from the "RTÉ Investigates" programme like myself. There were seriously concerning revelations in respect of protected disclosures. This Topical Issue is not to discuss that, but that will
will be advanced today in relation to carbon tax. Let me deal with that directly. I support the carbon tax, as does the programme for Government. I know that many Opposition parties support the carbon tax. Over the summer months, my Department published tax strategy papers giving consideration
from Dublin Airport. How many people in Ireland are still far too dependent on fossil fuels - petrol and diesel - because the programme for Government slashed expenditure on sustainable transport in favour of "roads, baby, roads"? The Tánaiste spoke of a green transition
jobs to have but we need to make sure the landscape is there for budding youth workers to go through appropriate professional qualification programmes and that the job will fulfil them not just from a rewarding job perspective but also from a financial perspective and from the perspective
eligible youth workers and youth work managers to undertake the three-year MA qualification in community and youth work, part-time, in-service programme in Maynooth University. Also, the workforce advisory group will regularly update the nation youth sector reference group, which is also currently being established. That
absolute commitment in the programme for Government to reduce the pupil-teacher ratio over the lifetime of the Government. The Deputy will appreciate I cannot announce anything here in the Dáil. I have to go into negotiations in relation to the upcoming budget.
In the past ten years
staffing appeals circular, set out in Circular 0025/2026, and it includes specific appeals for small-school enrolments in the previous October, involving projected enrolments, accommodation difficulties and where there may be language support. The primary staffing appeals board operates independently of myself and the Department.
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Education and Youth to outline her plans to reduce the teacher-pupil ratio in primary schools to 19:1, as per the programme for Government commitment, and if she will make a statement on the matter. [54419/26
What does the Government intend to do to meet the programme for Government commitment to reduce the pupil-teacher ratio in our schools
Clonmel - actually had 38 students in one class in the academic year just gone, which realistically is twice what the programme for Government says it wants class sizes to be, so I reiterate that very important call for the reduction to 19:1 over the course of this
In parliamentary questions
John Clendennen
Written
Deputy John Clendennen asked the Minister for Transport the latest actuarial assessment of the CIÉ pension schemes; the projected funding shortfall, if any; the measures being considered to ensure long-term financial sustainability; the expected timeline for decisions on the future structure and funding of these pensions
John Clendennen
Written
Minister for Transport if he will examine the feasibility of establishing a targeted footpath repair and upgrade fund within the 2027 roads programme, aimed at addressing defective and inaccessible footpaths and enhancing walkability, particularly for older persons and those with disabilities; and if he will make a statement
John Connolly
Written
Deputy John Connolly asked the Minister for Transport the total funding allocated to each local authority under the 2025 bus stop enhancement programme; the total amount of that allocation that was drawn down or spent by each local authority, in tabular form; and if he will make
Emer Currie
Written
Deputy Emer Currie asked the Minister for Transport for the latest update on a project (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16649/26
Ken O'Flynn
Written
release fees for seized scramblers; the behavioural or economic evidence is being relied upon to determine the revised fee structure; and whether projected fee levels have been benchmarked against enforcement regimes in other EU jurisdictions. [16828/26
Ken O'Flynn
Written
Cork to Limerick road improvement scheme remains designated as a strategic inter-urban priority under the current National Development Plan; and whether the project’s funding profile for 2027 and 2028 has been provisionally approved at Ministerial level. [16833/26
Ken O'Flynn
Written
Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Transport whether his Department holds the most recent estimated capital cost range for the N/M20 project; whether this estimate has been adjusted for construction inflation since 2022; and what total Exchequer commitment is anticipated over the lifetime of the scheme
Maeve O'Connell
Written
Connell asked the Minister for Transport the frequency with which the traffic forum meets; and the details available regarding the forum’s current programme of work. [17060/26
Ken O'Flynn
Written
Flynn asked the Minister for Transport the average duration in months of environmental impact assessment and appropriate assessment stages for major transport infrastructure projects approved between 2015 and 2025; and the baseline data being used to assess current delays. [18048/26
Ken O'Flynn
Written
proposed to be raised under Action 4; whether regulatory impact analysis has been completed; whether public consultation will be undertaken; and the projected commencement date of any statutory instruments. [16709/26
Ken O'Flynn
Written
Minister for Public Expenditure, Infrastructure, Public Service Reform and Digitalisation the estimated cost to the Exchequer between 2015 and 2025 arising from projects requiring a restart of EIA or AA processes following quashing orders; and whether a cost-benefit analysis has been conducted in relation to the proposed
Albert Dolan
Written
Deputy Albert Dolan asked the Minister for Public Expenditure, Infrastructure, Public Service Reform and Digitalisation to provide an update on the agreed programme of works for the removal of identified pinch points along the River Shannon between Meelick Eyrecourt and Banagher; to outline the current status of these
Maurice Quinlivan
Written
Minister for Enterprise, Tourism and Employment to commit to ensuring that the Traveller Graduate Network is supported in its provision of mentoring programmes, workshops and jobs fairs; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16957/26
Joe Cooney
Written
Youth if she will provide an update on the application by a school (details supplied) for their inclusion in the DEIS 1 Plus programme; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [16242/26
Eoin Ó Broin
Written
Deputy Eoin Ó Broin asked the Minister for Education and Youth if she is aware of a campaign by parents regarding the modular project proposed for a school (details supplied); if a commitment will be provided regarding the retention of the greenspace in situ; and if she will
Eoin Ó Broin
Written
February 2026, if two extra places will be available in a school (details supplied) following the completion of the current major project to provide the three storey 1,000 pupil community school, given information provided in that reply indicates current enrolment is circa 998; and if she will
Paula Butterly
Written
facilities; noting that an application for refurbishment is already with the Department; and if she will outline the next steps for progressing this project and advise on any further funding streams that may be accessed. [16321/26
Emer Currie
Written
Deputy Emer Currie asked the Minister for Education and Youth the next steps of a project (details supplied), in tabular form; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [16333/26
Paul Donnelly
Written
Deputy Paul Donnelly asked the Minister for Education and Youth the reason a school was not included in the announced list of projects, confirmation of the school’s current position within future phases of the National Development Plan; the realistic timeline for redevelopment or significant investment. [16480/26
Donna McGettigan
Written
Minister for Education and Youth the number of children in Clare seeking special education school places; the current level of unmet need; the projected demand for places for the next five years; the criteria used to determine special class allocation, of the new special education classes announced
Pat Buckley
Written
allowances; if her Department has undertaken any review of pay disparities between SNAs and teachers participating in schemes such as the July provision programme; and if she will outline any plans to improve the employment conditions, pay and career sustainability of SNAs; and if she will make
Barry Heneghan
Written
transport drivers who have been required to cease driving upon reaching the age of 70 in each of the past three years; the projected number expected to be affected in the next two years, in tabular form; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [16863/26
Barry Heneghan
Written
Deputy Barry Heneghan asked the Minister for Education and Youth the progress made to date on the Programme for Government commitment to assess the feasibility of removing the exclusion of drivers aged over 70 from participation in the school transport scheme; and if she will make a statement
Niamh Smyth
Written
Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Education and Youth for an update on a school project (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [16879/26
Darren O'Rourke
Written
when sample AAC reports will be provided to teachers for science subjects to illustrate the expectation that will be considered when grading these projects from students; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [17069/26
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