Dáil debates

Thursday, 23 November 2023

  • Prelude (0 speeches)
    Chuaigh an Leas-Cheann Comhairle i gceannas ar 9 a.m.
  • Ceisteanna ar Sonraíodh Uain Dóibh - Priority Questions (0 speeches)
    • Employment Rights (7 speeches)
      1. To ask the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment when the code of practice for remote working will be published. [51452/23]
    • Business Supports (26 speeches)
      2. To ask the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment when he will publish the details of the financial support scheme for businesses announced in budget 2024; the total anticipated full...
    • Industrial Relations (7 speeches)
      5. To ask the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment when the recommendations of the Labour Employer Economic Forum high-level review group on collective bargaining report will be...
  • Estimates for Public Services 2023: Messages from Select Committees (1 speech)
    The Select Committee on Social Protection, Community and Rural Development and the Islands has completed its consideration of the following Supplementary Estimates for public services for the...
  • Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions (0 speeches)
    Questions Nos. 6 to 9, inclusive, and 11 taken with Written Answers.
    • Information and Communications Technology (26 speeches)
      12. To ask the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment for an update on the ongoing volatility in the tech sector given the slowdown in the sector as indicated by Central Statistics Office...
    • Industrial Development (13 speeches)
      10. To ask the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment the up-to-date position regarding the provision of a new IDA Ireland advance facility at Kerry Technology Park; the anticipated...
    • Trade Relations (8 speeches)
      13. To ask the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment whether an IDA Ireland business development consultant (details supplied) has been recruited; if the Government is rethinking the role...
    • Renewable Energy Generation (9 speeches)
      14. To ask the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment the progress he has made with Enterprise Ireland, EI, on stimulating the establishment of indigenous businesses in the renewable...
  • Estimates for Public Services 2023: Message from Select Committee (1 speech)
    The Select Committee on Finance, Public Expenditure and Reform, and Taoiseach has completed its consideration of the following Supplementary Estimates for Public Services for the service of the...
  • Ceisteanna Eile (Atógáil) - Other Questions (Resumed) (0 speeches)
    • Ukraine War (5 speeches)
      15. To ask the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment further to Parliamentary Question No. 403 of 25 July 2023, for an update on the investigations by his officials; and if he will make a...
    • Work Permits (5 speeches)
      17. To ask the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment further to Question No. 7 of 12 October 2023, the status of the review by his Department of the eligibility of occupations appearing...
    • Regional Development (12 speeches)
      18. To ask the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment further to Parliamentary Question No. 63 of 12 October 2023, the status of the implementation of the west regional enterprise plan to...
    • Departmental Schemes (5 speeches)
      23. To ask the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment the number of businesses in Louth affected by the recent flooding events that have applied for financial support under the flood...
  • Ceisteanna ar Sonraíodh Uain Dóibh - Priority Questions (0 speeches)
    • National Treasury Management Agency (7 speeches)
      79. To ask the Minister for Finance the total value and number of investments made by the Ireland Strategic Investment Fund in companies or enterprises that operate in illegal Israeli settlements...
    • Vehicle Registration Tax (9 speeches)
      80. To ask the Minister for Finance if he will consider reviewing the rate of VRT that applies to cars with advanced driver-assistance systems technologies that assist drivers in driving and...
    • Tax Code (7 speeches)
      81. To ask the Minister for Finance for his and his Department's analysis of the estimated deadweight loss associated with the rented residential relief; its implications for social equity within...
    • Housing Schemes (9 speeches)
      82. To ask the Minister for Finance further to Parliamentary Question No. 100 of 5 October 2023, his plans for the phasing out of the help-to-buy scheme; the details of the analysis underpinning...
    • Economic Data (11 speeches)
      83. To ask the Minister for Finance his response to recent European Commission forecasts for the Irish economy; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [51398/23]
  • Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions (0 speeches)
    • Universal Social Charge (14 speeches)
      84. To ask the Minister for Finance how many earners in counties Kilkenny and Wexford, respectively, will benefit from the USC reductions announced in budget 2024; and if he will make a statement...
    • Tax Code (8 speeches)
      86. To ask the Minister for Finance if he can provide an update on Ireland’s membership of the crypto-asset reporting framework and any proposed legislative change to tax reporting...
    • Banking Sector (7 speeches)
      87. To ask the Minister for Finance the date on which he will transpose the credit servicers' directive by means of a statutory instrument; his assessment of warnings that the provisions of the...
    • Disability Services (22 speeches)
      88. To ask the Minister for Finance the current status of the final report of the national disability inclusion strategy transport working group recommendation which indicated that the current...
  • Ceisteanna ó Cheannairí - Leaders' Questions (124 speeches)
    I remind people about their phones and time limits.
  • Ceisteanna ar Pholasaí nó ar Reachtaíocht - Questions on Policy or Legislation (97 speeches)
    As Christmas approaches, children right across Ireland will tomorrow night enjoy the excitement and magic of the "Late Late Toy Show" in the comfort of their own homes. This should be the case...
  • Social Welfare (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2023: Second Stage (26 speeches)
    I move: "That the Bill be now read a Second Time." As Deputies know, the purpose of the Bill is to give legislative effect to the changes announced on budget day. In addition, this year...
  • Social Welfare (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2023: Referral to Select Committee (1 speech)
    I move: That the Bill be referred to the Select Committee on Social Protection, Community and Rural Development and the Islands pursuant to Standing Orders 95(3)(a) and 181(1).
  • 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 Steven Matthews - To discuss...
  • Meastacháin i gcomhair Seirbhísí Poiblí 2023: Teachtaireacht ó Roghchoiste (1 speech)
    Tá Roghchoiste na Gaeilge, na Gaeltachta agus Phobal Labhartha na Gaeilge tar éis a bhreithniú ar na Meastachán seo a leanas i gcomhair seirbhísí poiblí le...
  • Message from Select Committee (1 speech)
    The Select Committee on Housing, Local Government and Heritage has completed its consideration of the Electoral (Amendment Bill) 2023 and has made no amendments thereto.
  • Estimates for Public Services 2023: Messages from Select Committees (1 speech)
    The Select Committee on Housing, Local Government and Heritage has completed its consideration of the Supplementary Estimate for Public Services for the service of the year ending on 31 December...
  • Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate (0 speeches)
    • Flood Risk Management (4 speeches)
      I thank the Minister of State for coming to the House. In the past few weeks, we have seen the devastating impact floods can have on communities, North and South and all over the island of...
    • Disability Services (4 speeches)
      SOS Services in Kilkenny has been delivering essential day and residential services for almost 50 years. It provides an excellent service. It is run by a very efficient chief executive who...
    • Flood Relief (4 speeches)
      Considering this is about flood relief, I acknowledge that I met the Minister of State, Deputy O'Donnell, in Midleton at the entrance to Tir Cluain estate and Moore's Bridge on the Sunday. I...
  • Report of Joint Committee on Finance, Public Expenditure and Reform, and Taoiseach: Motion (17 speeches)
    I call on the Cathaoirleach the Joint Committee on Finance, Public Expenditure and Reform, and Taoiseach, Deputy McGuinness, to move the motion. He has 15 minutes.
  • Gnó na Dála - Business of Dáil (1 speech)
    As we conclude proceedings, I wish to take a second to acknowledge the shocking incident that took place today in Dublin city. I know the thoughts of the Members and staff here in the House are...