Dáil debates
Thursday, 25 May 2023
- Prelude (0 speeches)
Chuaigh an Leas-Cheann Comhairle i gceannas ar 9.00 a.m.
- Ceisteanna ar Sonraíodh Uain Dóibh - Priority Questions (0 speeches)
- Prison Service (7 speeches)
1. To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality the measures he is taking to remediate the current prison overcrowding crisis. [24679/23]
- An Garda Síochána (7 speeches)
2. To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality if he will report on any discussion he has had with senior Garda authorities on the policing of anti-asylum seeker-refugee...
- Legal Aid (7 speeches)
3. To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality his views on the current civil legal aid review; the plans, if any, he has in relation to the criminal legal aid sector; and if...
- An Garda Síochána (7 speeches)
4. To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality how he intends to improve recruitment and retention rates in An Garda Síochána; and if he will make a statement on the...
- Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions (0 speeches)
- Prison Service (7 speeches)
6. To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality the most current schedule of audits on the accessibility of prison facilities, upholding the principles of the UNCRPD; and if he...
- Domestic, Sexual and Gender-based Violence (7 speeches)
7. To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality the progress to date in providing a refuge centre in counties Cavan and Monaghan for victims of domestic abuse; and if he will...
- Courts Service (7 speeches)
8. To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality if he will provide an update on the status of the review of the Special Criminal Court and if he will make a statement on the...
- An Garda Síochána (10 speeches)
9. To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality the discussions he has had with the Garda Commissioner regarding the incident where tents belonging to refugees were burned....
- An Garda Síochána (9 speeches)
10. To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality if he is satisfied that the present Garda Síochána structures are adequate and sufficiently responsive to meet the...
- Legislative Measures (7 speeches)
11. To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality if he will provide an update on the recent commitment given by him to amend laws to increase sentences for assaults which cause...
- Prison Service (8 speeches)
12. To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality the actions he is taking to resolve the concerns highlighted in a report (details supplied), which identified significant...
- Youth Services (8 speeches)
13. To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality his plans to extend youth diversion projects to under-25s; when such an extension could be made; the estimated number of young...
- Teachtaireacht ón Seanad - Message from Seanad (1 speech)
Seanad Éireann has passed the Social Welfare (Child Benefit Bill) 2023, without amendment.
- Ceisteanna Eile (Atógáil) - Other Questions (Resumed) (1 speech)
We will fit in part of the next question. Tá dhá nóiméad fágtha, b'fhéidir.
- Probate Applications (5 speeches)
14. To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality the plans in place to reduce delays in the Probate Office; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24653/23]
- Ceisteanna ar Sonraíodh Uain Dóibh - Priority Questions (0 speeches)
- Tree Remediation (7 speeches)
49. To ask the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine if he intends to extend current supports to address ash dieback; if he will outline additional measures his Department is taking to...
- Agriculture Supports (7 speeches)
50. To ask the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine if he will provide an update on the plan to provide supports to the forgotten farmers; and if he will make a statement on the matter....
- Tillage Sector (11 speeches)
51. To ask the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine the steps he is taking to increase the amount of land being farmed for tillage purposes. [25024/23]
- Aquaculture Industry (8 speeches)
52. To ask the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine the status of the National Strategic Plan for Sustainable Aquaculture Development for the period 2021 to 2030; when the plan will be...
- Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions (0 speeches)
- Forestry Sector (9 speeches)
53. To ask the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine given the critique of Ireland's forest programme by the D-G Environment, if the Government is redrafting the programme; where that...
- Forestry Sector (7 speeches)
54. To ask the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine the steps he is taking to support farmers in tackling ash dieback. [25028/23]
- Forestry Sector (7 speeches)
55. To ask the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine if he will provide an update on the forestry programme; if he can provide a timeline for when it is expected that state aid approval...
- Food Industry (7 speeches)
56. To ask the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine his engagement to date with Irish infant formula manufacturers regarding falling birth rates in China; if there is a strategy in place...
- Animal Welfare (7 speeches)
57. To ask the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine if he will provide an update on the horse project in Cork; and the funding provided for the control of horses in Cork in 2022. [25223/23]
- Live Exports (7 speeches)
58. To ask the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine the steps his Department has taken to fulfil the programme for Government commitment to increase the veterinary presence available on...
- Mental Health Policy (7 speeches)
61. To ask the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine his views on the results of a recent survey of more than 250 farmers by researchers at University College Dublin, which suggested that...
- Environmental Impact Assessments (5 speeches)
62. To ask the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine when his Department's review of the EIA agriculture regulations will commence; if he will require screening of all hedgerow removal,...
- Ceisteanna ó Cheannairí - Leaders' Questions (41 speeches)
Níl dabht ar bith ann ach go bhfuil tuismitheoirí agus cúramóirí á ligean síos ag an Rialtas seo agus ní féidir teacht ar sheirbhísí...
- Ceisteanna ar Pholasaí nó ar Reachtaíocht - Questions on Policy or Legislation (70 speeches)
I wish to raise the issue of what is happening at Dublin Airport. People right across the State have been told that there are no more car parking facilities there, that the car parks will be...
- Death of Former Member: Expressions of Sympathy. (12 speeches)
We move now to expressions of sympathy for our late distinguished colleague and friend, Noel Treacy. Before I call on the Tánaiste I welcome to the House Mrs. Mary Treacy, who is...
- Protection of Hares Bill 2023: First Stage (5 speeches)
I move: That leave be granted to introduce a Bill entitled an Act to prohibit the granting by the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine of licences for the purpose of hare coursing and...
- Biodiversity Action: Statements (28 speeches)
Happy Biodiversity Week everyone. It is significant that today this House is debating the topic of biodiversity action - not loss, but action - because that is what this Government is focused...
- Ábhair Shaincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Matters (1 speech)
I wish to advise the House of the following matters in respect of which notice has been given under Standing Order 37 and the name of the Member in each case: Deputy Jennifer Murnane O'Connor -...
- Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate (0 speeches)
- Industrial Relations (9 speeches)
This is a fairly straightforward issue. I would just like to say in advance that I was not advised that the Minister or a representative from his Department would not be available. I cannot...
- Emergency Services Personnel (5 speeches)
It is important that when we address a Topical Issue, the Minister in question is here to address it. It is very important. I am very respectful that the Minister of State is here but I would...
- Sports Facilities (5 speeches)
I thank the Minister of State for taking this matter. I want to discuss the need for a state-of-the-art sports complex in the park beside the Alfie Byrne Road. I hope this is not seen as a...
- Health (Regulation of Termination of Pregnancy) (Amendment) Bill 2023: Second Stage [Private Members] (17 speeches)
I move: "That the Bill be now read a Second Time." Today marks the fifth anniversary of the magnificent repeal referendum vote. Thankfully, the situation for pregnant people in this country...
