Barry Heneghan (Dublin Bay North, Independent)

I have a question for the Taoiseach that is especially personal to me as my sister and her wife are expecting their child. Real fear and frustration is being felt by the LGBTQ+ parents who are still not legally recognised as their children's parents. As it stands, the Health (Assisted Human Reproduction) Act 2024 risks leaving families behind, especially those born through surrogacy or donor conception outside Ireland. Will the Taoiseach commit to commissioning an independent equality audit of legislation, will he meet the LGBTQ+ Parenting Alliance and will he ask the Department of Health to publish a clear timeline for commencement of both existing Acts? This is not a health issue, but one of equality, dignity and legal certainty for families.

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