Dáil debates

Thursday, 25 January 2024

  • Prelude (0 speeches)
    Chuaigh an Leas-Cheann Comhairle i gceannas ar 9.00 a.m.
  • Ceisteanna ar Sonraíodh Uain Dóibh - Priority Questions (0 speeches)
    Question No. 1 taken with Written Answers.
    • Middle East (11 speeches)
      2. To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade if he will comment on Israel's killing of Palestinian civilians in the West Bank and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3296/24]
    • Middle East (9 speeches)
      4. To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade if a risk assessment has been carried out on the impact to Irish troops and diplomats in the Middle East should Ireland formally support South...
  • Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions (0 speeches)
    • Ukraine War (9 speeches)
      6. To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade if he expects an agreement to be reached at the EU Council on the Special Fund for Ukraine; the discussions he has had with other EU Foreign...
    • Northern Ireland (12 speeches)
      10. To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade to report on his most recent discussion with the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland in respect of the restoration of the Executive and...
    • Ukraine War (13 speeches)
      13. To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade his views on how extraordinary revenues held by private entities stemming directly from Russia’s immobilised assets could be directed...
    • Middle East (38 speeches)
      11. To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade if he will make a public statement supporting the South African case against Israel for genocide at the International Court of Justice (ICJ)...
    • EU Enlargement (12 speeches)
      7. To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade if he will provide an update on discussions to extend membership of the European Union and the changes in institutional arrangements that...
    • Foreign Policy (7 speeches)
      9. To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade if he will report on the recent visit of the Chinese Premier to Ireland; and if human rights concerns were raised with the Premier during his...
    • Human Rights (7 speeches)
      17. To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade his views on the latest developments in the case of (details supplied) and other political prisoners in Russia; and if he will make a...
    • Conflict Resolution (10 speeches)
      22. To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade to report on the current situation in Sudan; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3377/24]
    • Middle East (15 speeches)
      24. To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade what efforts he is making to assist Irish citizens or families with connections to this country who are seeking to escape Gaza and especially...
  • Ceisteanna ar Sonraíodh Uain Dóibh - Priority Questions (0 speeches)
    • Energy Prices (7 speeches)
      88. To ask the Minister for Communications, Climate Action and Environment about the ongoing high cost of energy in Ireland, his plans to identify underlying factors for this; his further plans...
    • Air Quality (7 speeches)
      89. To ask the Minister for Communications, Climate Action and Environment if he is satisfied with the systems for monitoring air pollution from aviation in the vicinity of Dublin Airport; and if...
    • Environmental Schemes (11 speeches)
      90. To ask the Minister for Communications, Climate Action and Environment about heat pumps, what solutions are available for those whose homes are not suitable or who cannot afford heat pump...
    • Environmental Schemes (9 speeches)
      91. To ask the Minister for Communications, Climate Action and Environment for an update on the low-interest loans for retrofitting; when an interest rate will be determined; and if he will make...
    • Regulatory Bodies (7 speeches)
      92. To ask the Minister for Communications, Climate Action and Environment what plans his Department has to support ComReg as their responsibilities in the communications sector grows. [3556/24]
  • Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions (0 speeches)
    • Energy Usage (7 speeches)
      93. To ask the Minister for Communications, Climate Action and Environment if he is aware of EirGrid’s recent warning that capacity deficits have been identified in the ten years to 2032;...
    • Environmental Schemes (10 speeches)
      94. To ask the Minister for Communications, Climate Action and Environment if he believes the resources allocated for retrofitting are sufficient given the lengthy waiting lists for the warmer...
    • Climate Change Policy (11 speeches)
      96. To ask the Minister for Communications, Climate Action and Environment if he supports Ireland becoming a lead state in promoting a fossil fuel non-proliferation treaty and if he will make a...
    • Energy Policy (7 speeches)
      97. To ask the Minister for Communications, Climate Action and Environment if he will advocate against the proposal for a floating LNG in the energy security review; and if he will make a...
    • Energy Production (7 speeches)
      98. To ask the Minister for Communications, Climate Action and Environment to provide an update on his Department’s plans to build on strong wind energy generation in Ireland in 2023; and...
    • Departmental Schemes (11 speeches)
      99. To ask the Minister for Communications, Climate Action and Environment with regard to the warmer homes scheme whether the eligibility criteria is sufficient to ensure the most vulnerable...
    • Departmental Functions (4 speeches)
      104. To ask the Minister for Communications, Climate Action and Environment the role his Department takes in monitoring air quality [3382/24]
  • Ceisteanna ó Cheannairí - Leaders' Questions (58 speeches)
    In ár n-ospidéil ar fud an Stáit, bíonn othair a bhfuil cúram práinneach nó éigeandála de dhíth orthu fágtha agus ag fanacht ar feadh...
  • Ceisteanna ar Pholasaí nó ar Reachtaíocht - Questions on Policy or Legislation (88 speeches)
    The Irish Fiscal Advisory Council was established after the last time the Tánaiste served in government, when his party wrecked the economy and brought to IMF to our shores. Yesterday, the...
  • United Kingdom Import Controls: Statements (11 speeches)
    The decision taken by the UK in 2016 to leave the European Union has resulted in a long and complex path for the UK, the EU and Ireland in plotting a way to a new post-Brexit relationship. We...
  • Charities (Amendment) Bill 2023: Second Stage (9 speeches)
    I move: "That the Bill be now read a Second Time." I am delighted to have the opportunity to bring the Charities (Amendment) Bill 2023 before the House. The passing of this Bill is an...
  • Charities (Amendment) 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 Claire Kerrane - To discuss...
  • Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate (0 speeches)
    • Flood Relief Schemes (4 speeches)
      I thank the Ceann Comhairle for selecting this important topic. It is very timely that it be debated here this evening. Late last summer I met with farmers and representatives from the Save...
    • Heritage Sites (5 speeches)
      Once again, I bring to the attention of the House the situation at Castletown House in Celbridge, County Kildare, a mansion of national and international importance as well as of community...
    • Water Services (4 speeches)
      The Minister of State has so far been on a tour of the country. He has been in the Shannon Callows and he has been in Celbridge. I will bring him to west Waterford and Deputy Buckley will...
    • Flood Risk Management (4 speeches)
      As Deputy Ó Cathasaigh said the Minister of State is really getting the tour of it. Funnily enough I know Lismore, Tallow, Ballynaraha out into Curraglass and on into Conna. My wife is...
  • Children and Family Relationships (Amendment) Bill 2023: Second Stage [Private Members] (17 speeches)
    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....