Dáil debates

Thursday, 7 March 2024

  • Prelude (0 speeches)
    Chuaigh an Leas-Cheann Comhairle i gceannas ar 9 a.m.
  • Ceisteanna - Questions - Ceisteanna ar Sonraíodh Uain Dóibh - Priority Questions (0 speeches)
    • Middle East (9 speeches)
      1. To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade if he will urgently set a date on which Ireland will officially recognise the state of Palestine. [11047/24]
    • Human Rights (9 speeches)
      2. To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade if he supports the call of the UN Secretary General for an independent investigation into the deaths of more than 100 Palestinians as they...
    • European Union (14 speeches)
      3. To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade his position regarding the proposed reappointment of Ursula von der Leyen as President of the European Commission considering her...
    • International Relations (7 speeches)
      4. To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade the reason the Israeli ambassador has not been summoned by his Department after the killing of a person (details supplied) despite the Russian...
    • Diplomatic Representation (9 speeches)
      5. To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade the proposed new embassies and consulates that will be opened in 2024; if he will ensure that a new Irish consulate is opened in Australia in...
  • Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions (0 speeches)
    • Middle East (22 speeches)
      7. To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade if the Government has made a decision on if and when Ireland will support South Africa's case against Israel in the ICJ, which alleges that...
    • Human Rights (13 speeches)
      8. To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade his views on the case of a political prisoner (details supplied) in Russia; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10849/24]
    • Middle East (19 speeches)
      9. To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade if he has spoken to his European counterparts about placing sanctions on Israel for its bombardment of Gaza; and if he will make a statement...
    • Ukraine War (8 speeches)
      10. To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade his views of the establishment of an international centre for the prosecution of the crime of aggression in Ukraine by Eurojust; and if he...
    • Ukraine War (10 speeches)
      11. To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade for an update on the action he is taking in relation to diplomatic outreach efforts and co-operation with Ukraine and other countries to...
  • Ceisteanna ar Sonraíodh Uain Dóibh - Priority Questions (0 speeches)
    • Energy Policy (7 speeches)
      77. To ask the Minister for Communications, Climate Action and Environment to report on the European Commission's assessment of the draft updated National Energy and Climate Plan of Ireland...
    • Energy Policy (7 speeches)
      78. To ask the Minister for Communications, Climate Action and Environment the steps which he is taking to enhance the domestic sourcing and production of HVO as a replacement for diesel and...
    • Recycling Policy (7 speeches)
      79. To ask the Minister for Communications, Climate Action and Environment about the deposit return scheme; to provide an update of his Department’s work to assess the operation of the...
    • Illegal Dumping (10 speeches)
      80. To ask the Minister for Communications, Climate Action and Environment what additional resources will be given to local authorities to better enforce illegal dumping laws following the...
  • Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions (0 speeches)
    • Departmental Schemes (7 speeches)
      81. To ask the Minister for Communications, Climate Action and Environment the number of homes that had their retrofitting applications refused in 2022 and 2023, respectively; and if he will make...
    • Fuel Poverty (8 speeches)
      82. To ask the Minister for Communications, Climate Action and Environment the steps he is taking to address fuel poverty in homes; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10134/24]
    • Renewable Energy Generation (22 speeches)
      84. To ask the Minister for Communications, Climate Action and Environment if he will provide details of the increase in the amount of electricity being generated from onshore wind, offshore...
    • Renewable Energy Generation (12 speeches)
      85. To ask the Minister for Communications, Climate Action and Environment what action his Department is taking to ensure Ireland achieves its goal of 8 GW of solar connections by 2030; and if he...
    • Renewable Energy Generation (15 speeches)
      86. To ask the Minister for Communications, Climate Action and Environment further to Parliamentary Question No. 122 of 25 January 2024, the date on which the export tariff phase of the...
    • Post Office Network (8 speeches)
      88. To ask the Minister for Communications, Climate Action and Environment if there are proposals to expand the range of services available through the post office network; and if he will make a...
    • Energy Policy (7 speeches)
      89. To ask the Minister for Communications, Climate Action and Environment if consideration has been given to the creation of a funding mechanism to assist with the conversation of fossil...
    • Recycling Policy (6 speeches)
      91. To ask the Minister for Communications, Climate Action and Environment the measures in place for the deposit return scheme for housebound or disabled persons who shop for groceries online and...
  • Ceisteanna ó Cheannairí - Leaders' Questions (49 speeches)
    I begin today by extending my and Sinn Féin's deepest sympathies to the family of Saoírse Ruane. She inspired all of us in this House. She also inspired the toy show appeal. She...
  • Ceisteanna ar Pholasaí nó ar Reachtaíocht - Questions on Policy or Legislation (146 speeches)
    Last week, it was confirmed for the first time that agents of the British state were involved in the murder of Sean Brown and that up to 25 people can be linked by intelligence to that murder. I...
  • Nature Restoration Law: Statements (33 speeches)
    Gabhaim buíochas as an deis chun caint faoin dlí athchóirithe nádúir. I am thankful for the opportunity to speak on the nature restoration law. I will be sharing time...
  • 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 Verona Murphy - To discuss...
  • Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate (0 speeches)
    • Fire Service (5 speeches)
      I am dealing with the case of John Molloy, retained fire station officer in Dunleer fire station. The station has a crew of five. That is the minimum for a crew. I do not necessarily have to...
    • Post Office Closures (5 speeches)
      Chaitheamar roinnt uaireanta sa Dáil an tseachtain seo ag déanamh díospóireachta ar úsáid na Gaeilge agus ar an gcineál infheistíochta a theastaíonn...
    • Middle East (4 speeches)
      I thank the Minister of State for coming in this evening. How can we justify our allies' role in the genocide happening in Gaza? Can we stand by and say nothing? The simple answer is that we...
    • Road Network (4 speeches)
      I want to talk about the condition of the 3,522 km of non-national roads in County Wexford. I will give some background. We have the tenth greatest length of non-national roads in the country,...
  • Report of the Joint Committee on Autism: Motion (16 speeches)
    I move: That Dáil Éireann shall take note of the Report of the Joint Committee on Autism entitled "Final Report of the Joint Committee on Autism", copies of which were laid before...