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

Mattie McGrath: 1038. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he has given instructions to the NDLS, NCTS, CVRT or theory test centres regarding their re-opening plan; if he will consider the possibility of having them re-open as soon as possible while allowing for social distancing measures to deal with a growing backlog; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6594/20]

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

Mattie McGrath: 1379. To ask the Minister for Housing, Planning, and Local Government the details of capital grants provided to Tipperary 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...

Covid-19 (Business, Enterprise and Innovation): Statements (14 May 2020)

Mattie McGrath: If the Minister does not have time to respond, I ask that she send a written reply.

Covid-19 (Business, Enterprise and Innovation): Statements (14 May 2020)

Mattie McGrath: Of course we can and we do that all the time. It has already been said that small businesses are the backbone of rural Ireland, and indeed, all of Ireland. That includes clothes shops. I walked down Grafton Street this evening and saw big trading outlets open. Why are small shops, particularly in the clothes sector, told to close yet the big supermarkets can sell clothes? It is unfair...

Covid-19 (Health) - Statements (14 May 2020)

Mattie McGrath: I am frustrated, like Deputy Denis Naughten. We ask lots of questions in question time but we are not getting the answers. As for the briefings, the one yesterday evening was a total waste of time. When can we expect smear test cancer services and other essential health tests to resume? Having arranged additional capacity for Covid-19 care in the private hospitals, are the Minister and his...

Covid-19 (Taoiseach): Statements (14 May 2020)

Mattie McGrath: I sympathise with all the families and people who have lost loved ones in these precarious and very difficult circumstances. I am, however, growing very frustrated. I am privileged to be the leader of our group to attend regular two-hour briefings with the HSE. They are an absolute waste and an insult to the intelligence of the Deputies sitting there and the officials. We had one...

Covid-19 (Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht): Statements (14 May 2020)

Mattie McGrath: Members will be aware, as the Ceann Comhairle is, that I have a grá for Irish culture and arts and I set-dance every so often. The impact the restrictions continue to have on this sector is frightening. While health and economic impacts are obvious, the reality of the situation extends way beyond and affects social and mental health and engagement between our Irish artists and culture....

Written Answers — Department of Finance: Carbon Tax (13 May 2020)

Mattie McGrath: 107. To ask the Minister for Finance if the carbon tax which was due to increase in May 2020 will be postponed in order to alleviate the financial burden on persons in view of current circumstances. [5443/20]

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: Schools Amalgamation (13 May 2020)

Mattie McGrath: 173. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills the status of the amalgamation of national schools in Cahir, County Tipperary; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4061/20]

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

Mattie McGrath: If not, we can get a written response. I welcome that the Minister has come to the House despite the fact that she lost her seat in the election. I wish her well in the future. There are serious concerns among self-employed owner-managers of childcare facilities who have been forced onto the Covid-19 pandemic unemployment payment while all their staff are receiving the wage subsidy...

Covid-19 (Tourism): Statements (6 May 2020)

Mattie McGrath: I am happy to speak on the tourism sector. I welcome the Minister of State's frank comments and replies, and his understanding. I want to mention at the outset a wonderful, proud Tipperary woman, Nora de Buitléir, who was laid to rest in An tAonach, maidin inniu. She was a powerful woman of song and history. She regaled us mainly in Brú Ború, in Cashel, but also all over...

European Council Meeting: Statements (6 May 2020)

Mattie McGrath: Is the Government's opinion the same as it was after the February meeting of the European Council when the Taoiseach said that Ireland was in a position to be a net contributor to the MFF over the next seven years and would pay more? In view of where we are with this devastating pandemic and the lack of solidarity from Europe, is that still the Government's position?

European Council Meeting: Statements (6 May 2020)

Mattie McGrath: I too thank the Taoiseach for his briefing following the recent European Council meeting which was held by way of video conference. I note the Taoiseach has left the Chamber but I am sure my remarks will be relayed to him. At the previous post-European Council meeting debate on Thursday, 5 March, to which I contributed, there were very serious issues emerging. We did not know then how...

Health (Covid-19): Statements (16 Apr 2020)

Mattie McGrath: Can the Minister confirm his Department's position on how people with long-term disabilities and the elderly will be dealt with should intensive care unit resources have to be rationed? The Minister has referred to this already. Will the Department amend the ethical framework for decision-making in a pandemic to specifically refer to people with disabilities and the elderly? I am sure the...

Health (Covid-19): Statements (16 Apr 2020)

Mattie McGrath: Concerning our troops serving in south Lebanon, has there been a decision to delay their return? If so, why? Is it absolutely necessary? What arrangements have been put in place for their families at home? Some of their partners and spouses work in front-line services. They now cannot go to work because they were expecting their partners home. Are there any arrangements for that? It is...

Health (Covid-19): Statements (16 Apr 2020)

Mattie McGrath: You have no questions now; you are together.

Health (Covid-19): Statements (16 Apr 2020)

Mattie McGrath: I intend to share time with Deputy Carol Nolan. Ar an gcéad dul síos I offer my deepest sympathy to all 444 people who have died, to their families and to healthcare workers in Kilkenny. The most trying and testing work of all is the work of the front-line staff who go to work day in, day out. I want to be associated with the remarks on, and congratulations to, my fellow...

An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (16 Apr 2020)

Mattie McGrath: In relation to today’s business, it is proposed that, notwithstanding anything in Standing Orders, the only business to be taken shall be the business as set out in the first revised Report of the Business Committee dated 15 April 2020, with no Questions on Promised Legislation. Item No. 4, statements on Covid-19, including questions and answers to the Taoiseach, the Minister for...

An Bille um Bearta Éigeandála ar mhaithe le Leas an Phobail (Covid-19), 2020: Céim an Choiste agus na Céimeanna a bheidh Fágtha - Emergency Measures in the Public Interest (Covid-19) Bill 2020: Committee and Remaining Stages (26 Mar 2020)

Mattie McGrath: This is just grandstanding.

An Bille um Bearta Éigeandála ar mhaithe le Leas an Phobail (Covid-19), 2020: Céim an Choiste agus na Céimeanna a bheidh Fágtha - Emergency Measures in the Public Interest (Covid-19) Bill 2020: Committee and Remaining Stages (26 Mar 2020)

Mattie McGrath: I support the amendment. All of us have stories about contacts made by families of loved ones who are living abroad and have given notice in order to come home. They have booked tickets and have missed flights or have had flights cancelled and everything else. They want to come home to play a constructive part in this warlike situation. While all of us want to have proper standards, we...