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Ceisteanna - Questions: Taoiseach's Meetings and Engagements (18 Apr 2023)

Ruairí Ó Murchú: We all have huge differences with American foreign policy but it is fair to say President Joe Biden is somebody who has a real connection with Ireland and with north County Louth and the Cooley Peninsula, which is obviously a fabulous part of the world. It was news to us all the vital part Rob Kearney played in the independence struggle so I thank President Biden for that. Let us be clear:...

Ceisteanna - Questions: Taoiseach's Meetings and Engagements (18 Apr 2023)

Ruairí Ó Murchú: 11. To ask the Taoiseach to report on the visit of US President Joe Biden to Ireland. [18118/23]

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Autism: Autism Policy: Discussion (Resumed) (18 Apr 2023)

Ruairí Ó Murchú: Build it into planning for everything. It is the reality that we live in.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Autism: Autism Policy: Discussion (Resumed) (18 Apr 2023)

Ruairí Ó Murchú: Silos.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Autism: Autism Policy: Discussion (Resumed) (18 Apr 2023)

Ruairí Ó Murchú: Dr. O’Connell said it exactly. It is recognising things as they are. We will say, and I agree, that we should be better at how we assess and gather information and that we have the databases and all the rest of it. However, let us be clear. We never prepared for secondary school on the basis of what we knew of the children coming through primary school. On some level, that is...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Autism: Autism Policy: Discussion (Resumed) (18 Apr 2023)

Ruairí Ó Murchú: They have made their own solutions.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Autism: Autism Policy: Discussion (Resumed) (18 Apr 2023)

Ruairí Ó Murchú: And one's personal resources.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Autism: Autism Policy: Discussion (Resumed) (18 Apr 2023)

Ruairí Ó Murchú: We have an under-resourced system that is not fit for purpose.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Autism: Autism Policy: Discussion (Resumed) (18 Apr 2023)

Ruairí Ó Murchú: I agree.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Autism: Autism Policy: Discussion (Resumed) (18 Apr 2023)

Ruairí Ó Murchú: It is hardly a shock that I too thank the guests, particularly for the work being done. At this committee, we are trying to talk about a framework that can be built upon. It makes it easier for all of us, including autistic people, to live in society. It is really good to see where people are taking this on board and doing what is necessary. Within a council-type set-up, this can be...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Autism: Autism Policy: Discussion (Resumed) (18 Apr 2023)

Ruairí Ó Murchú: Yes. Major issues arise in respect of therapies, set-ups concerning school, employment and all the rest of it, and some of these obviously relate to the CCMA. However, in fairness, the CCMA has got a couple of easy wins that would be easy to operate throughout the system. That would be better. It is a matter of what is proposed becoming the norm for people using library services. When it...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Autism: Autism Policy: Discussion (Resumed) (18 Apr 2023)

Ruairí Ó Murchú: I accept that housing is coming through can depend on the throughput of one bedroom and two-bedroom housing. The caveat for many people with autism is that it is only worthwhile if the necessary supports are available. Some people will have very specific living requirements that might not just be available. That needs to be included in whatever proposal is put forward.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Autism: Autism Policy: Discussion (Resumed) (18 Apr 2023)

Ruairí Ó Murchú: There have been a significant number of meetings of this committee, and there has probably been an element of thematic repetition. I mean that in the best possible way. It all relates to a life plan for children and for citizens, as well as to the fact we do not have the latter. Dr. Matthews pointed out that many people have started this journey by learning about how bad services are and...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Proposed Legislation (18 Apr 2023)

Ruairí Ó Murchú: 79. To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality if he will provide an update on any progress made on advancing duty of care legislation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18108/23]

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Crime Prevention (18 Apr 2023)

Ruairí Ó Murchú: 91. To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality if he will provide an update on the establishment of community safety partnerships; if he will outline the resources expected to be allocated to the scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18109/23]

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Covid-19 Pandemic (18 Apr 2023)

Ruairí Ó Murchú: 123. To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade the details of any reimbursement schemes for Irish citizens who paid for emergency repatriation flights to return home to Ireland upon the outbreak of Covid-19. [17105/23]

Written Answers — Department of Health: Health Services Staff (18 Apr 2023)

Ruairí Ó Murchú: 1354. To ask the Minister for Health if he will clarify the situation with regard to those foreign healthcare assistants already working in Ireland for two years who have been advised they will only be given renewed employment permits if they complete the QQI Level 5 courses, but where the NARIC Ireland international qualification comparison requirement finds that QQI level 5 is not required...

Irish Sheep Sector: Statements (30 Mar 2023)

Ruairí Ó Murchú: -----regarding the evils of partition.

Irish Sheep Sector: Statements (30 Mar 2023)

Ruairí Ó Murchú: There is significant agreement on the pressure sheep farmers are experiencing. I would even agree with some of what has been said by the Ministers in the sense that farmers are looking for a fair price for their work and product. Unfortunately, that is not the situation they find themselves in. In recent years sheep farmers have had to deal with the collapse of wool prices along with...

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Education and Training Provision (30 Mar 2023)

Ruairí Ó Murchú: We are all aware of the need for lifelong learning and upskilling. The Minister has visited my home county, where projects have been run by the Louth and Meath Education and Training Board, LMETB, such as the advanced manufacturing and training centre of excellence, AMTCE. A huge part of that is engaging with industry. I have a very specific question. A number of employers have spoken...