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Ceisteanna ó Cheannairí - Leaders' Questions (31 Jan 2024)

Ivana Bacik: We are not seeing enough.

Ceisteanna ó Cheannairí - Leaders' Questions (31 Jan 2024)

Ivana Bacik: The latest price increases by VHI Healthcare have exposed the ailing health of our national care system. VHI premiums will rise by an average of 7% from 1 March. That hike comes on top of two previous increases in March and October of last year. It means people who have private health insurance with VHI will have to front up anywhere from an additional €180 up to nearly €700...

Ceisteanna ó Cheannairí - Leaders' Questions (31 Jan 2024)

Ivana Bacik: I thank the Minister for his response, I think, but regardless of whether you are on the left or not in this country, what saps public confidence in our public healthcare system is lack of Government investment. I listened carefully to the Minister's commentary and it sounded to me as if he was observing rather than speaking as a member of the Government. As a member of Government presiding...

An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (30 Jan 2024)

Ivana Bacik: Since the House last sat, provisional orders have been made by the International Court of Justice in the case taken by South Africa against Israel. This represents a significant step forward towards achieving justice for the people of Gaza. As we know, the court has now affirmed the gravity of the accusations against Israel and has called for preservation of human life for allowing...

An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (30 Jan 2024)

Ivana Bacik: We spoke earlier about the welcome progress in Northern Ireland. I understand the details of the DUP deal are to be published tomorrow. However, we do not yet know exactly what Westminster will be asked to pass by way of legislation as part of that deal. Will the Government Whip allow for time this week or early next week for statements on Northern Ireland and on progress so that the...

Ceisteanna ó Cheannairí - Leaders' Questions (30 Jan 2024)

Ivana Bacik: I welcome the Taoiseach's comments on the likely progress in Northern Ireland. I think we all welcome it. However, in terms of housing, there is simply not enough progress from Government nor is there enough ambition or urgency in the delivery of housing. I listened carefully to the Taoiseach's response on housing and I am glad that he said that the Government will take Opposition...

Ceisteanna ó Cheannairí - Leaders' Questions (30 Jan 2024)

Ivana Bacik: I too welcome the good news about the progress overnight in Northern Ireland towards the long overdue restoration of the Stormont institutions and the executive. Is í tithíocht an cnámh spairne is mó sa Stát. Tá géarghá le níos mó tithíocht a aimsiú agus a thógáil go práinneach ach teastaíonn go leor...

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: School Accommodation (30 Jan 2024)

Ivana Bacik: 282. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills if original deadlines will be met for the moving into permanent accommodation by a school (details supplied); the proposed plan for ensuring that 72 additional first year students are accommodated in September 2025; and if she will make a statement on plans for handover in September 2025. [4120/24]

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: School Facilities (30 Jan 2024)

Ivana Bacik: 283. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills her Departments policy in relation to the provision of all-weather or astroturf pitches for schools; and if she will make a statement on the adequacy of provision of space for Gaelic football, hurling, soccer and rugby in educational facilities in Dublin 6W. [4121/24]

Written Answers — Department of Housing, Planning, and Local Government: Water Services (30 Jan 2024)

Ivana Bacik: 316. To ask the Minister for Housing, Planning, and Local Government if his Department monitors operational standards in Uisce Éireann. [3717/24]

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Visa Agreements (30 Jan 2024)

Ivana Bacik: 395. To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality if her attention has been drawn to issues experienced by foreign nationals while travelling (details supplied); and her plans to alleviate the problem, including by issuing visas to minors. [3732/24]

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Legislative Measures (30 Jan 2024)

Ivana Bacik: 420. To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality her plans to introduce a dedicated spiking offence; her plans to make spiking an indictable offence; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [4101/24]

Children and Family Relationships (Amendment) Bill 2023: Second Stage [Private Members] (25 Jan 2024)

Ivana Bacik: I begin by thanking the Minister, Deputy Donnelly, Deputies Brady, Shortall, Duncan Smith, Wynne and the Minister of State, Deputy Burke, for their contributions during the debate. I also thank colleagues who expressed support for the Bill. First, I will address the points made by the Minister, Deputy Donnelly, around the delaying mechanism in the amendment, which, as I have said, we cannot...

Children and Family Relationships (Amendment) Bill 2023: Second Stage [Private Members] (25 Jan 2024)

Ivana Bacik: Thirteen months.

Children and Family Relationships (Amendment) Bill 2023: Second Stage [Private Members] (25 Jan 2024)

Ivana Bacik: Thank you.

Children and Family Relationships (Amendment) Bill 2023: Second Stage [Private Members] (25 Jan 2024)

Ivana Bacik: I move: "That the Bill be now read a Second Time." On behalf of the Labour Party, I am delighted to be bringing this Private Member's Bill to the Dáil for Second Stage debate today. Before I begin, I thank the advocacy groups, many of whom have joined us in the Gallery today, including LGBT Ireland, Equality for Children and Irish Gay Dads, as well as Labour LGBTQ+, who are sitting...

Ceisteanna ar Pholasaí nó ar Reachtaíocht - Questions on Policy or Legislation (25 Jan 2024)

Ivana Bacik: Last night was a missed opportunity in the context of the votes on the atrocities in Gaza and the proceedings before the International Court of Justice, ICJ. Our national Parliament had the chance to achieve unanimity in standing up for international law and against war, death and destruction. It is unfortunate that the House divided. I was particularly disappointed that the Government...

Ceisteanna ar Pholasaí nó ar Reachtaíocht - Questions on Policy or Legislation (25 Jan 2024)

Ivana Bacik: That was our amendment.

Ceisteanna ar Pholasaí nó ar Reachtaíocht - Questions on Policy or Legislation (25 Jan 2024)

Ivana Bacik: What steps will the Tánaiste take?

Ceisteanna ar Pholasaí nó ar Reachtaíocht - Questions on Policy or Legislation (25 Jan 2024)

Ivana Bacik: It is the assessment.