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Joint Oireachtas Committee on Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Scrutiny of EU Legislative Proposals (Resumed) (24 Apr 2024)

Michael Collins: I welcome the witnesses. Based on the information that has been provided, we have spoken to some of the hauliers that are concerned. We have asked them for a report on what is happening and what their concerns and issues are. There was an inspection last week on 17 April 2024 in Cherbourg and it must be pointed out that no animal welfare issues arose during this inspection. These hauliers...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Scrutiny of EU Legislative Proposals (Resumed) (24 Apr 2024)

Michael Collins: Ms Meaney stated earlier on that the Department is talking to everybody. If it is talking to everybody, surely the hauliers are part of it. If they are part of that, how is it that they will be put out of business? If they are put out of business, that is the end, or is that the plan? If the Department is talking to everybody, surely the RSA and everybody are involved in this discussion....

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Scrutiny of EU Legislative Proposals (Resumed) (24 Apr 2024)

Michael Collins: Has the Department met the RSA?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Scrutiny of EU Legislative Proposals (Resumed) (24 Apr 2024)

Michael Collins: Will it meet the RSA? It is important. It is another leg of the table.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Scrutiny of EU Legislative Proposals (Resumed) (24 Apr 2024)

Michael Collins: I know but Mr. Blake heard what I read earlier. It is all related to the export of calves. If it becomes uneconomical, and it is heading this way - to me it is being steered this way - it will put farmers into further difficulties which they cannot afford to be in at this time. I am asking the Department and others to sit around the table. It is all connected. One way or another it is...

Acknowledgement and Apology to the Families and to the Victims of the Stardust Tragedy: Statements (23 Apr 2024)

Michael Collins: I express my deepest sympathy to the families of the Stardust victims. The pain and loss they have endured is unimaginable. I acknowledge the unwavering determination and dedication displayed by the families in their pursuit of truth and justice. Their resilience in the face of adversity is truly commendable. It is important to recognise that the journey to this point has been long and...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (23 Apr 2024)

Michael Collins: 174. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the status of a driving test appointment for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17747/24]

Automatic Enrolment Retirement Savings System Bill 2024: Second Stage (Resumed) (17 Apr 2024)

Michael Collins: This Bill is a significant step towards enhancing pension coverage in Ireland. However, like any legislation, it has its share of challenges and potential disadvantages. Employers will be required to contribute to the retirement saving system. For some smaller businesses, this additional financial burden may pose a challenge. While automatic enrolment aims to increase participation, some...

Road Safety: Statements (17 Apr 2024)

Michael Collins: Every person killed on the roads leaves behind a family, friend and community whose lives are forever changed. Speaking of people being killed, I have been contacted twice during the term of this Government by people looking for help to get a disability certificate for a child named Maia. She is in danger of being choked by the seatbelt in her family's car, which is the very thing that...

Ceisteanna ó Cheannairí - Leaders' Questions (17 Apr 2024)

Michael Collins: They are fighting to create employment but losing jobs and income. Employees are losing their jobs and they are furious wherever I go in the country.

Ceisteanna ó Cheannairí - Leaders' Questions (17 Apr 2024)

Michael Collins: Plenty of them have closed.

Ceisteanna ó Cheannairí - Leaders' Questions (17 Apr 2024)

Michael Collins: Small businesses are going through the most horrendous time, especially in the past few months. Cafés, restaurants, pubs and family hotels are closing at an alarming rate. Hundreds have already closed this year. Businesses the length and breadth of the island are pleading for help in an effective way but to date, the call has gone unheeded by the Government. Last week, the Government...

Ceisteanna ó Cheannairí - Leaders' Questions (17 Apr 2024)

Michael Collins: I thank the Taoiseach for his reply. The Taoiseach said he fully accepted the sector is struggling. Unfortunately, VAT is the problem here. The Government does not seem to understand that since the VAT rate went up, restaurants and cafés all over the country are shutting down. Door after door is banging shut. The Taoiseach does not grasp the crisis here. On his election as...

Disability Justice: Motion [Private Members] (17 Apr 2024)

Michael Collins: Our commitment to parents and compassion extends to everyone, regardless of their abilities. However, the proposed tiered payments based on perceived work capacity have significant flaws. They lack meaningful consultation with the disabled individuals who are the very people most affected by these policies. Without their input, we risk overlooking critical aspects of their needs and...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Harness Racing: Irish Harness Racing Association (17 Apr 2024)

Michael Collins: I welcome our guests. Some of my questions have been covered, so I will not go over old ground. I wish to ask about the west Cork track along the Clonakilty line. Am I correct that planning permission has been approved? What is the next move? When can the IHRA cut the tape?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Harness Racing: Irish Harness Racing Association (17 Apr 2024)

Michael Collins: If the application in Dublin fails, does that mean the application in Cork also fails?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Harness Racing: Irish Harness Racing Association (17 Apr 2024)

Michael Collins: I will certainly give any support I can. The IHRA is pushing at an open door when it comes to a track in west Cork anyway. I would be delighted to help. Why has the granting of a licence taken so long? Does the Minister have the power to grant this licence or is new legislation required?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Harness Racing: Irish Harness Racing Association (17 Apr 2024)

Michael Collins: Why does Mr. Flanagan think the Minister is dragging his feet?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Harness Racing: Irish Harness Racing Association (17 Apr 2024)

Michael Collins: Some 100 years later, we would like another licence. We might need to have a look at how Mr. Cosgrave did it. We can look at the history books. What supports is the IHRA currently receiving?

National Cancer Strategy: Motion [Private Members] (16 Apr 2024)

Michael Collins: I would like to first of all welcome the Minister of State to his new position and wish him the very best in the future. The aim of the national breast screening programme is to detect cancer early and to provide treatment for women who show no symptoms of the disease. There are only five mobile breast units in the whole of Munster and while we all agree that they are doing marvellous...