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Taoiseach a Ainmniú - Nomination of Taoiseach (20 Feb 2020)

James O'Connor: I am honoured to second the proposal that the Dáil nominate Deputy Micheál Martin to the President for appointment to the office of Taoiseach. It is rarely the loudest or angriest voice that addresses problems. As has been said, Deputy Martin throughout his career has built a record that is second to none in this House in delivering progressive change for people. His passion for...

Taoiseach a Ainmniú (Atógáil) - Nomination of Taoiseach (Resumed) (27 Jun 2020)

James O'Connor: I am honoured to second the proposal that Dáil Éireann nominate Deputy Micheál Martin to the President for appointment to the office of Taoiseach. During his political career, Micheál has time and again shown himself to be a determined and brave representative of the people. He has shown great strength and resilience and has already built a record of serving the people...

Written Answers — Department of Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation: Covid-19 Pandemic Supports (7 Jul 2020)

James O'Connor: 21. To ask the Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation if he will address the issue of the allocation of restart grants by local authorities due to insufficient funding which prevents them from allocating funding to companies outside of phases 1 and 2 under the Roadmap for Reopening Society and Business even if the application has been successfully processed; and if he will make a...

Written Answers — Department of Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation: Covid-19 Pandemic Supports (7 Jul 2020)

James O'Connor: 22. To ask the Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation if support will be provided to the publican sector with regard to the issue of loss of stock due to its perishable nature as a result of Covid-19 pandemic restrictions; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [13983/20]

Written Answers — Department of Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation: Covid-19 Pandemic Supports (14 Jul 2020)

James O'Connor: 31. To ask the Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation when the new €2 billion credit guarantee scheme will be operational; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15806/20]

Written Answers — Department of Health: Covid-19 Pandemic (14 Jul 2020)

James O'Connor: 1262. To ask the Minister for Health the status of reopening of private parks that contain playgrounds and other children and family play areas; the person or body that has the ultimate responsibility to ensure social distancing is adhered to in such incidences once reopened (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15734/20]

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: National Broadband Plan (15 Jul 2020)

James O'Connor: 22. To ask the Minister for Communications, Climate Action and Environment his plans to upgrade the broadband infrastructure in eastern areas of County Cork which has poor connectivity that is hampering development within the area; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16054/20]

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: National Broadband Plan (15 Jul 2020)

James O'Connor: I congratulate the Minister, Deputy Ryan, on his appointment at Cabinet and to a very exciting and important portfolio, particularly in a 21st century economy. I have an interest in the transport area, having done a great deal of work on it at a local authority level alongside many fine Green Party councillors in the constituency of Cork East. Based on the Department's high-speed...

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: National Broadband Plan (15 Jul 2020)

James O'Connor: I welcome the Minister's response. According to a report in 2019 by a major phone operator, the creation of regional digital hubs could generate in the region of €312 million for the regional economy and create over 8,400 new jobs across over 1,000 new businesses. I am sure that the Minister will agree that to ensure rural towns and villages, such as those in Cork East, do not...

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: National Broadband Plan (15 Jul 2020)

James O'Connor: I thank the Minister for answering my question. Traffic congestion is a huge issue in my constituency. I would like to see more people working from home. It is important the Government puts in place the infrastructure to make that a possibility. I again thank the Minister for his response and I look forward to working with him.

Written Answers — Department of An Taoiseach: Covid-19 Pandemic (21 Jul 2020)

James O'Connor: 44. To ask the Taoiseach his views on a temporary domestic ban on passengers from the United States of America to ensure adherence to Covid-19 prevention measures. [16645/20]

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: SOLAS Training and Education Programmes (21 Jul 2020)

James O'Connor: 376. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills if she will report on the reopening of SOLAS training facilities; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [16646/20]

Credit Guarantee (Amendment) Bill 2020: Second Stage (Resumed) (22 Jul 2020)

James O'Connor: I welcome the Bill. It is at times like this we must recognise that we have to do things differently and act responsibly and urgently to address the severe challenges our economy faces in responding to the Covid-19 pandemic. This is the right time for the State to play a key role in our economy and to work side-by-side with businesses to get through this crisis. That is why I welcome the...

Written Answers — Department of Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Covid-19 Pandemic Supports (22 Jul 2020)

James O'Connor: 50. To ask the Minister for Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht her plans to ensure that arts and cultural bodies in County Cork are consulted to ensure that they recover and enhance their impact in the aftermath of Covid-19. [17291/20]

Written Answers — Department of Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Arts Policy (22 Jul 2020)

James O'Connor: 58. To ask the Minister for Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht her plans to increase the provision of affordable workspaces for artists and creative practitioners in County Cork. [17290/20]

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Licences (22 Jul 2020)

James O'Connor: 84. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he will consider extending the driver licence renewal period for those over 70 years of age in view of Covid-19 (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17595/20]

Written Answers — Department of Health: Disability Services Provision (22 Jul 2020)

James O'Connor: 231. To ask the Minister for Health when services such as a service (details supplied) and early intervention services in County Cork will reopen; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17596/20]

Health (General Practitioner Service and Alteration of Criteria for Eligibility) Bill 2020: Second Stage (Resumed) (23 Jul 2020)

James O'Connor: This Bill expands eligibility for GP care without charge on a phased basis and increases the gross medical card income limits for persons over 70 years of age, which I welcome. I will take the opportunity to congratulate the Minister on his appointment to the Cabinet. It is an extraordinarily difficult time for anyone working in the healthcare sector and I am sure he will excel in his...

Financial Provisions (Covid-19) (No. 2) Bill 2020: Second Stage (Resumed) (29 Jul 2020)

James O'Connor: This Bill is a key part of the July stimulus package. The State is investing in key projects and supporting workers and businesses on an historic scale. The size of the response underlines our commitment to protecting jobs and communities. The State will spend €87 billion in 2020 to provide more services to citizens than ever before. The stimulus package contains more than 50...

Written Answers — Department of Employment Affairs and Social Protection: Covid-19 Pandemic Supports (29 Jul 2020)

James O'Connor: 74. To ask the Minister for Employment Affairs and Social Protection the role of her Department in the July stimulus package; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [19037/20]