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

Jennifer Murnane O'Connor: I also compliment all the local authorities on the great work they have done. During the lockdown, local authorities have parked commercial rates, they have suspended or removed parking charges, and there has been a reduction in some cases in rent and mortgage repayments for its customers. The Minister of State must look at extending that, now more than ever. As we move through the...

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: Apprenticeship Programmes (27 May 2020)

Jennifer Murnane O'Connor: 188. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills the programme in existence or being planned going forward for apprenticeships in Carlow town or county in view of the fact that Carlow is a manufacturing town. [7567/20]

Written Answers — Department of Health: Medical Cards (27 May 2020)

Jennifer Murnane O'Connor: 560. To ask the Minister for Health the date the medical card weekly income limit for persons over 70 years of age will be increased by €50 for a single person from €500 to €550 and by €150 for a couple from €900 to €1,050; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7593/20]

Written Answers — Department of Housing, Planning, and Local Government: Commercial Rates (27 May 2020)

Jennifer Murnane O'Connor: 1026. To ask the Minister for Housing, Planning, and Local Government if offices on contract of service (details supplied) with the Department of Employment Affairs and Social Protection are exempt from the payment of rates; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7309/20]

Covid-19 (Health): Statements (21 May 2020)

Jennifer Murnane O'Connor: I want to ask about information. How much is being spent on information campaigns during the coronavirus crisis? I have to ask if the message is actually getting through. Anyone who passed the canal earlier this week would have seen that it was like a bank holiday weekend. I was contacted last night by a worker on a construction site who said social distancing was not being applied at...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Dental Services (20 May 2020)

Jennifer Murnane O'Connor: 700. To ask the Minister for Health if assistance, financial or otherwise, will be provided to dental surgeries to cover the cost of PPE which will be required to be used as instructed by the Dental Council upon re-opening (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5821/20]

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (20 May 2020)

Jennifer Murnane O'Connor: 1034. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the length of time persons will have to wait to do their driver test due to Covid-19; if extra driving lessons will be required; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6564/20]

Written Answers — Department of Employment Affairs and Social Protection: Invalidity Pension (20 May 2020)

Jennifer Murnane O'Connor: 1212. To ask the Minister for Employment Affairs and Social Protection if she will address a matter regarding the case of a person (details supplied). [5791/20]

Written Answers — Department of Housing, Planning, and Local Government: Social and Affordable Housing (20 May 2020)

Jennifer Murnane O'Connor: 1361. To ask the Minister for Housing, Planning, and Local Government the details of capital grants provided to Carlow County Council in 2018 and 2019, respectively, under the social housing investment programme to assist in the construction and renewal of social rented accommodation for persons and families who have been assessed as in need of housing support under categories (details...

Special Committee on Covid-19 Response: Briefing by ICTU, HSA and CIF Representatives on the Reopening of the Construction Industry (19 May 2020)

Jennifer Murnane O'Connor: I will take five minutes and Deputy McGuinness will take two and a half. Many of my questions have already been asked. I thank the witnesses. I would like some clarification. Does each construction site have sufficient personal protective equipment, PPE? This question is for Dr. McGuinness. Are the guidelines sufficiently clear? It is important that there is good communication with...

Covid-19 (Justice and Equality): Statements (13 May 2020)

Jennifer Murnane O'Connor: I too want to give my condolences to the families that have lost loved ones to this coronavirus. When we tell people to stay at home, we must now realise and accept that not every home is safe. We might all be in the same storm but one thing is certain - we are not all in the same boat. Women's Aid has reported an increase in the number of domestic abuse calls made to the charity since the...

Covid 19 (Childcare): Statements (6 May 2020)

Jennifer Murnane O'Connor: I raise the July education programme. I have been contacted by several constituents in Carlow-Kilkenny who are worried about whether the scheme will operate this year. It provides funding for an extended school year for children with a severe or profound general learning disability or with autism. The extended year is commonly known as the July provision or the July education programme....

An Bille um Bearta Éigeandála ar mhaithe le Leas an Phobail (Covid-19), 2020: An Dara Céim (Atógáil) - Emergency Measures in the Public Interest (Covid-19) Bill 2020: Second Stage (Resumed) (26 Mar 2020)

Jennifer Murnane O'Connor: We are living in extraordinary times but I am concerned that with the whirlwind pace of legislation, many things are being overlooked and are not being scrutinised. It is important that we applaud our healthcare workers and also our police force, Defence Forces, postal workers, community care workers, business community, teachers, press, workforce and in particular, our parents and children...

Coronavirus: Statements (5 Mar 2020)

Jennifer Murnane O'Connor: I wish to share time with Deputy Christopher O'Sullivan.

Coronavirus: Statements (5 Mar 2020)

Jennifer Murnane O'Connor: Like everyone present, I have deep concerns and many questions regarding our preparedness for an escalation in cases of coronavirus in this State. Many previous speakers raised issues and concerns that I share but one area of concern is not being addressed in the way I would like. There seems to be a concerted effort to get good, clear information out on mainstream media and I am thankful...

Taoiseach a Ainmniú - Nomination of Taoiseach (20 Feb 2020)

Jennifer Murnane O'Connor: I was going to wish the Ceann Comhairle well.

Taoiseach a Ainmniú - Nomination of Taoiseach (20 Feb 2020)

Jennifer Murnane O'Connor: Yes. I know he will do exceptionally well. I stand here as a very proud Carlow woman, delighted to be a Member for Carlow-Kilkenny. I thank all of my team. I will work extremely hard for the people I represent. Today is historic for me. As C.S. Lewis once wrote, "There are better things ahead than any we leave behind." It is in this spirit that we must operate. We must look to our...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (18 Dec 2019)

Jennifer Murnane O'Connor: I was deeply concerned this week to hear that GPs are charging general medical scheme patients for taking bloods in some circumstances. Medial card patients are still being charged for blood tests despite the HSE ruling that blood tests should be covered by the card and that patients should report their GPs if they are being charged. Doctors have previously argued that the medical card...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (18 Dec 2019)

Jennifer Murnane O'Connor: That is a major problem.

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (18 Dec 2019)

Jennifer Murnane O'Connor: Does the Leader have some information?