Dáil debates
Thursday, 22 June 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)
- Road Tolls (7 speeches)
1. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport to provide an update on public private partnerships which facilitate tolls on eight of our motorways. [30139/23]
- Rail Network (7 speeches)
2. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if, assuming he is very much aware of the import and export benefit opportunity that has been developed as a result of the Ballina rail...
- Rail Network (7 speeches)
3. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport to detail what upgrades are currently under way in relation to rail infrastructure, including the western rail corridor, DART services, and...
- National Transport Authority (7 speeches)
4. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he will urgently review the decision by the NTA to remove Ardfinnan Bridge from its 2023 list of projects, particularly given previous...
- Road Projects (7 speeches)
5. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport for an update on the provision of funding for the progression of the N17 Collooney – Claremorris upgrade for the years 2024, 2025,...
- Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions (0 speeches)
- Road Safety (8 speeches)
6. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the status of the review of the framework for setting of speed limits, with specific consideration of the introduction of a 30 km/h default...
- Road Projects (19 speeches)
7. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport to provide an update on engagement he has had in relation to the N17 upgrade. [30140/23]
- Rail Network (12 speeches)
8. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he will provide a timeframe in relation to the yet-to-be-published data relating to the proposed Irish rail review; and if he will make...
- Climate Action Plan (7 speeches)
9. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the outputs from the climate delivery transport task force since its establishment, as indicated in the Climate Action Plan 2023 Annex of...
- Bus Services (8 speeches)
10. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport his plans on improving bus connectivity in Galway city; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [29223/23]
- Departmental Expenditure (11 speeches)
11. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport his views on the reported underspend by his Department; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30223/23]
- Ceisteanna ar Sonraíodh Uain Dóibh - Priority Questions (0 speeches)
- Interest Rates (7 speeches)
80. To ask the Minister for Finance his views on the recent increases in interest rates by the ECB; his assessment of their impact on mortgage borrowers; and if he will introduce temporary and...
- Universal Social Charge (40 speeches)
81. To ask the Minister for Finance if he is aware of the recent opinion poll showing overwhelming public support for abolition of the universal social charge; if he will give a commitment to...
- Crime Prevention (7 speeches)
82. To ask the Minister for Finance the input he and his Department have had in the establishment of a multi-annual strategy to combat economic crime and corruption, including fraud and scams;...
- Primary Medical Certificates (11 speeches)
83. To ask the Minister for Finance when he will publish the revised criteria to qualify for the primary medical certificate which will be fit for purpose; and if he will make a statement on the...
- Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions (0 speeches)
- Mortgage Resolution Processes (8 speeches)
85. To ask the Minister for Finance if he has had any engagements with the retail banks to promote switching for mortgage loans held by vulture funds into the mainstream mortgage market. [30158/23]
- Fiscal Policy (9 speeches)
86. To ask the Minister for Finance the key messages of his Department’s recent publication: Future-proofing the Public Finances – the Next Steps. [30039/23]
- Disability Services (7 speeches)
87. To ask the Minister for Finance for an update on the recommencement of the work of the Disabled Drivers Medical Board of Appeal; if alternative facilities and secretarial services have been...
- Budget Process (5 speeches)
88. To ask the Minister for Finance the date he expects to announce budget 2024; the factors he will consider when deciding the timing of the event; and if he will make a statement on the matter....
- Insurance Industry (8 speeches)
90. To ask the Minister for Finance if he can detail the work being done with local authorities in regard to extending insurance for local community events and festivals; and if he will make a...
- Defective Building Materials (7 speeches)
91. To ask the Minister for Finance for an update on his engagement with mortgage lenders and representative bodies with respect to forbearance measures, financing solutions and the mortgage loan...
- Inflation Rate (5 speeches)
92. To ask the Minister for Finance his views on the continuing high inflation and the eroding real wages in Ireland, with disposable incomes and living standards continuing to be under strain;...
- Ceisteanna ó Cheannairí - Leaders' Questions (30 speeches)
D'fhógair an Coimisiún Eorpach inné gurb é an Stát seo an stát is daoire san Aontas Eorpach. De réir mar a leanann oibrithe agus teaghlaigh ag streachailt leis...
- Ceisteanna ar Pholasaí nó ar Reachtaíocht - Questions on Policy or Legislation (64 speeches)
There are 20 speakers and we have 30 minutes so I ask Members to co-operate. I call Deputy Doherty.
- Apprenticeship and Further Education and Training: Statements (24 speeches)
At the outset, I apologise, as I will not be able to stay for all of the debate. The Minister of State, Deputy Niall Collins, will be present for most of it. I will have to leave to attend a...
- 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 Alan Dillon - to discuss...
- Apprenticeship and Further Education and Training: Statements (Resumed) (1 speech)
We have highlighted the extensive work done to promote, improve and transform the further education and training, FET, and apprenticeship sectors. This is a considerable priority for our...
- Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate (0 speeches)
- Care of the Elderly (7 speeches)
I welcome the Minister of State, Deputy Butler, and acknowledge her interest in care of older people. My criticisms are not of the Minister of State personally but of the Government, Government...
- Job Losses (8 speeches)
As the Minister of State, Deputy Richmond, who is present, is aware, Iceland workers arrived at work yesterday morning to find the stores shuttered without any explanation from the employer. A...
- An Garda Síochána (4 speeches)
Mahon is a very proud, strong community. Incidentally, it is a community which has welcomed a number of people fleeing the conflict in Ukraine. I take this opportunity to extend my apologies to...
- Child Abuse (4 speeches)
I thank the Acting Chair for allowing me to raise this issue. To say the least this is a very disturbing development. We have all read in the newspapers about the activity of predators who seem...
- Local Government and Residential Tenancies (Amendment) (Carrigaline Rent Pressure Zone) Bill 2022: Second Stage [Private Members] (7 speeches)
I move: "That the Bill be now read a Second Time." I thank the Minister of State, Deputy Noonan, for his attendance. This legislation is somewhat peculiar. I am sure Deputies looking at the...
