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Covid-19 (Foreign Affairs and Trade): Statements (3 Jun 2020)

Marian Harkin: The unspeakable murder of George Floyd has, I think, shocked us but it must not shock us into silence because racism unchallenged is racism encouraged. We as a State have to make sure that our words, our public statements, challenge and condemn racism and all who perpetrate it. Otherwise, our silence is encouragement. While I recognise the matter is delicate and there can be a fine line,...

Covid-19 (Rural and Community Development): Statements (3 Jun 2020)

Marian Harkin: I refer to grant aid moving from 50% to 75%.

Covid-19 (Rural and Community Development): Statements (3 Jun 2020)

Marian Harkin: It is my first time to speak to the Minister on the floor of the House. Many people have congratulated him and I would like to add my voice. I did not always agree with him, but rural Ireland was at the heart of his policy and that suited me. I have two questions. The €40 million package to community groups is really important and valuable. However, there are many community...

Covid-19 (Defence): Statements (3 Jun 2020)

Marian Harkin: I was not here when the House had its minute of silence but I bowed my head in memory of, and in sorrow at, the shocking murder of George Floyd. We all have to do two things. First, we have to look inside ourselves at our unconscious racism. Second, as legislators, we have to ensure that racism is stamped out in Ireland. Like many other colleagues, I wish to thank the Defence Forces...

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Passport Applications (3 Jun 2020)

Marian Harkin: 27. To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade when passport applications will begin to be processed again; the status of the case of a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9005/20]

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Pesticide Use (3 Jun 2020)

Marian Harkin: 758. To ask the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine the regulations in place regarding the spraying of MCPA; if there is a minimum distance requirement for spraying near domestic residences; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9059/20]

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Taxi Licences (3 Jun 2020)

Marian Harkin: 931. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport his plans to allow taxi licence holders to sell their vehicle licence (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9006/20]

Estimates for Public Services 2020 (Resumed) (28 May 2020)

Marian Harkin: I thank the Minister. This is all about flexibility. I am not sure what stage the Minister's negotiations are at, but if she tells me she is willing to show that flexibility and find solutions for people who are in different but awful situations, I am happy to take her at her word. My last point is more of a comment, since I still have two minutes left, about some issues that were...

Estimates for Public Services 2020 (Resumed) (28 May 2020)

Marian Harkin: I thank the Ceann Comhairle; I am finally getting up to speak. I thank the Minister. I was pleased to hear the responses of the Minister for Finance, Deputy Donohoe, earlier today when he talked about adjusting the temporary wage subsidy for women who returned from maternity leave in March or April. That is a very important step and I am glad that while we still do not know the detail, the...

Estimates for Public Services 2020 (Resumed) (28 May 2020)

Marian Harkin: I thank the Minister. I also want to bring to the Minister's attention the issue of victims of domestic violence about which we have spoken previously in the Chamber. I thank her for her good and ongoing work with Safe Ireland on streamlining the referral process. That is very important. It has been very useful, and I know the Minister's Department is liaising with Safe Ireland on an...

Estimates for Public Services 2020 - Vote 37 - Employment Affairs and Social Protection (Revised Estimate) (28 May 2020)

Marian Harkin: Perhaps it was not the Revenue but the Department of Employment Affairs and Social Protection. I may have got it wrong but I thought I heard something about the possibility of a clawback if the pandemic unemployment payment was greater than what someone was earning by working part time. Perhaps the Minister might clarify that or I may ask the Minister, Regina Doherty. I may have got the...

Estimates for Public Services 2020 - Vote 37 - Employment Affairs and Social Protection (Revised Estimate) (28 May 2020)

Marian Harkin: We are certainly doing our social distancing well today. I have just a few comments. I have been listening to the debate all afternoon, involving the Minister, Ms Doherty, before the Minister, Deputy Donohoe, himself. There is to some extent a sense that we are flying blind but that is to be expected because it was an unprecedented situation. I accept the Minister does not want to tie...

Covid-19 (Local Government): Statements (27 May 2020)

Marian Harkin: What about the local authorities?

Covid-19 (Local Government): Statements (27 May 2020)

Marian Harkin: Like many other Deputies, I want to pay tribute to the really good and important work of people in the local authorities and their commitment to their local communities, which has been outstanding in many cases. One of the advantages of being the final speaker is that one has the opportunity to hear what is said during the debate, some of which I have been listening to in my office. I raise...

Covid-19 (Health): Statements (27 May 2020)

Marian Harkin: So good they named us twice.

Covid-19 (Health): Statements (27 May 2020)

Marian Harkin: I raise the same issue as Deputy Mattie McGrath. Perhaps there will not be quite the same level of fire in the belly, as it were, but it is just as heartfelt. I raised the matter with the Minister last week and about three weeks ago with the Taoiseach. At the time the contract was put in place with the private hospitals, it was the right thing to do. In fact, it was the only thing to do....

Covid-19 (Communications, Climate Action and Environment): Statements (27 May 2020)

Marian Harkin: What of the timing?

Covid-19 (Communications, Climate Action and Environment): Statements (27 May 2020)

Marian Harkin: The Minister spoke about the national broadband plan, which will be crucial to helping ensure balanced regional development. He stated he will examine the feasibility of accelerating the roll-out of high-speed broadband. In that context, will the Minister consider including in his criteria the chronic underfunding of investment in various sectors throughout the regions, whether that be...

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Covid-19 Pandemic Supports (27 May 2020)

Marian Harkin: 70. To ask the Minister for Finance if women returning from maternity leave will be eligible for the temporary wage subsidy scheme in cases in which it is relevant; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7690/20]

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: Schools Health and Safety (27 May 2020)

Marian Harkin: 204. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills if consideration will be given to the supply and installation of antibacterial and anti-viral door handles in schools; and his plans to install air purification systems in schools. [7692/20]