Dáil debates
Thursday, 13 February 2025
- Prelude (0 speeches)
Chuaigh an Cathaoirleach Gníomhach (Deputy Pádraig O'Sullivan) i gceannas ar 9 a.m.
- Ceisteanna ar Sonraíodh Uain Dóibh - Priority Questions (0 speeches)
- Insurance Industry (11 speeches)
1. To ask the Minister for Finance the steps he will take to deliver on transparency and affordability in the insurance sector in the context of insurance premiums either remaining too high or...
- Trade Sanctions (7 speeches)
2. To ask the Minister for Finance the analysis undertaken to establish the impact that proposed US tariffs on the EU would have on Ireland; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4897/25]
- Tax Reliefs (7 speeches)
3. To ask the Minister for Finance if he will deliver on election campaign promises to reduce the VAT rate for the hospitality sector in advance of the budget in October 2026, in recognition of...
- Exchequer Returns (27 speeches)
4. To ask the Minister for Finance if he will outline Exchequer returns and tax receipts for January 2025; and the reason they have increased since this time last year. [5104/25]
- International Agreements (8 speeches)
5. To ask the Minister for Finance to outline the implications for Ireland of the recent decision by the new US Administration to withdraw from the OECD Global Tax Deal, making specific reference...
- Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions (0 speeches)
- Tax Credits (8 speeches)
6. To ask the Minister for Finance the number of rent tax credit claims that have been made in County Kildare for 2024; if the increase in the value of the credit for 2025 is leading to any...
- Trade Relations (26 speeches)
7. To ask the Minister for Finance to provide details of any assessments made by his Department on the impact on the Irish economy of the possible introduction of certain tariffs by the US...
- Departmental Schemes (6 speeches)
8. To ask the Minister for Finance if he shares the concerns that the disabled drivers and disabled passengers' scheme is no longer fit for purpose; and if he will make a statement on the matter....
- Ireland Strategic Investment Fund (12 speeches)
9. To ask the Minister for Finance the current total number and value of State investments in companies which derive profit from their activities in illegal Israeli settlements; the total number...
- Tax Code (6 speeches)
10. To ask the Minister for Finance if he will consider amending inheritance tax thresholds for individuals who have no children of their own or nieces or nephews; and if he will make a statement...
- Credit Unions (7 speeches)
11. To ask the Minister for Finance his plans to engage with the Central Bank to review credit union lending limits to enhance their ability to serve their members. [5037/25]
- Tax Yield (9 speeches)
13. To ask the Minister for Finance for an update on the Revenue Commissioners' review of the taxes paid by Irish real estate funds; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5042/25]
- Ceisteanna ar Sonraíodh Uain Dóibh - Priority Questions (0 speeches)
- Departmental Functions (7 speeches)
61. To ask the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform his plans to improve the quality of infrastructure in the west of Ireland; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5052/25]
- Departmental Projects (10 speeches)
62. To ask the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform how he plans to ensure that the OPW and its structures deliver best value for money outcomes on all projects; the timeline for the...
- Legislative Measures (7 speeches)
63. To ask the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform for an update on his new proposed legislation on super junior Ministers; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5054/25]
- Cost of Living Issues (9 speeches)
64. To ask the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform if reported plans (details supplied) to cease cost-of-living supports and payments in budget 2026 will be benchmarked against a reduction...
- Defective Building Materials (8 speeches)
65. To ask the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform the way the OPW ensures that buildings they are responsible for are using blocks that are free from deleterious materials in construction...
- Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions (0 speeches)
- Programme for Government (7 speeches)
66. To ask the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform when he will conclude the process of workforce planning referred to in the programme for Government for the public sector; and if he will...
- Defective Building Materials (8 speeches)
67. To ask the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform if the he will engage with the Department of Housing, the OPW and Donegal County Council to explore a viable alternative solution for...
- Departmental Functions (8 speeches)
70. To ask the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform to provide details on the full number of staff who will be assigned to the proposed dedicated infrastructure division in his Department;...
- Flood Relief Schemes (6 speeches)
71. To ask the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform to provide an update on flood prevention measures being undertaken in Rathcormac, County Cork; and if he will make a statement on the...
- Flood Risk Management (9 speeches)
72. To ask the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform if his Department is considering natural flood management and other mitigations in relation to estimated rising sea levels and protecting...
- Flood Risk Management (4 speeches)
80. To ask the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform the status of the catchment and flood risk management plan under CFRAM for County Louth; the progress on its implementation to date; the...
- National Development Plan (8 speeches)
73. To ask the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform the steps he will take to ensure that planned expenditure on projects in the national development plan are properly costed and have...
- Civil Service (7 speeches)
75. To ask the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform when he plans to commence and conclude his planned review of the Civil Service blended working policy framework; and if he will make a...
- Flood Relief Schemes (11 speeches)
78. To ask the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform the plans, schemes or supports he and the Office of Public Works have in place to offset the risk of damage to life and property in areas...
- Programme for Government (4 speeches)
83. To ask the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform to outline his vision for a public infrastructure Act as referenced in the programme for Government; how this will improve delivery,...
- Ceisteanna ó Cheannairí - Leaders' Questions (19 speeches)
Is fíor a rá gur chaith Rialtais Fhianna Fáil agus Fhine Gael go holc le ceantair tuaithe ar fud an Stáit thar na blianta. Léiríonn an dóigh ar...
- Ceisteanna ar Reachtaíocht a Gealladh - Questions on Promised Legislation (67 speeches)
I reiterate that Deputies should stick to their allocated times. If they do not do so, it will have an impact on later speakers.
- Protection of Tenants' Deposits Bill 2025: First Stage (5 speeches)
I move: That leave be granted to introduce a Bill entitled an Act to amend the Residential Tenancies (Amendment) Act 2015 so that the provisions in that Act for tenant deposits to be sent to...
- Road Safety: Statements (40 speeches)
I am sharing time with the Ministers of State, Deputies Canney and Buttimer. I welcome the opportunity to address the House this afternoon to update it on road safety measures. As we all know,...
- Message from Seanad (1 speech)
Seanad Éireann has passed the Ministers and Secretaries and Ministerial, Parliamentary, Judicial and Court Offices (Amendment) Bill 2025 without amendment.
- 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 39 and the name of the Member in each case: Deputy Aidan Farrelly - To discuss...
- Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate (0 speeches)
- Rail Network (7 speeches)
It might be the first time I have seen two Byrnes and two Farrells in the Chamber. We will start with Deputy Aidan Farrelly, to discuss DART+ projects in Kilcock and Sallins, County Kildare.
- Defence Forces (4 speeches)
Ba mhaith liom mo bhuíochas ag ghabháil leis an Cheann Comhairle as ucht an ábhair tábhachtach seo a roghnú. Tréaslaím ar an gcéad dul síos leis an...
- Mental Health Services (4 speeches)
For 17 years since its inception in 2007, SOSAD Ireland has provided a crisis lifeline for people struggling with suicidal ideation, self-harm, depression, bereavement, stress and anxiety through...
- Primary Care Centres (5 speeches)
Gabhaim buíochas leis an Aire Stáit. She is familiar with this issue. As she knows, I have raised it in the Seanad regularly and I have been in regular...
