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Questions on Promised Legislation (6 Apr 2017)

Anne Rabbitte: I thank the Minister.

Written Answers — Department of Housing, Planning, Community and Local Government: Housing Policy (6 Apr 2017)

Anne Rabbitte: 148. To ask the Minister for Housing, Planning, Community and Local Government the policy in place within Galway County Council and local authorities in the decision-making process for short-listed eligible applicants for social housing in which there is a conflict of interest between officials and applicants. [17267/17]

Written Answers — Department of Housing, Planning, Community and Local Government: Social and Affordable Housing Eligibility (6 Apr 2017)

Anne Rabbitte: 149. To ask the Minister for Housing, Planning, Community and Local Government if potential tenants for social housing are Garda vetted prior to being offered social housing; the normal timeframe and assessment criteria selected by the local authority, that is, if there are child protection issues, a criminal record and so on; the expiry time; and if he will make a statement on the matter....

Maternity Leave and Benefit: Motion [Private Members] (5 Apr 2017)

Anne Rabbitte: I thank Deputy Martin for bringing the motion to the House this evening. I am delighted to be an elected representative when we do not have a divided House and we are all working together for one common goal. We are discussing the 4,500 premature babies born each year. Last Christmas, I was honoured to be invited by members of the Irish Premature Babies group to Lusk, where they launched...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Children and Youth Affairs: General Scheme of Childcare (Amendment) Bill 2017: Discussion (Resumed) (5 Apr 2017)

Anne Rabbitte: I agree with Senator Freeman that it is very apparent from today's meeting and the previous one that everybody is in agreement that this must be fully independent to Tusla. That is being echoed by all parties. What are the qualifications of guardians ad litem that are currently working in the service? I ask that so that we have an understanding of where we are coming from and what we are...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Children and Youth Affairs: General Scheme of Childcare (Amendment) Bill 2017: Discussion (Resumed) (5 Apr 2017)

Anne Rabbitte: I apologise for being late. During the past two days we heard presentations from various groups who have an involvement with and a good understanding of our most vulnerable in society. I would like to pick up on two points. A representative of Empowering People in Care, EPIC - I cannot remember the gentleman's name -spoke about the role of the advocate. The Irish Society for the...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Children and Youth Affairs: General Scheme of Childcare (Amendment) Bill 2017: Discussion (Resumed) (5 Apr 2017)

Anne Rabbitte: One question was missed. Senator Devine gave me the answer but I would like the Minister to reply. Why has the Department chosen not to include Tusla in this scheme? Tusla was initially established as the sole provider of child protection governance.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Children and Youth Affairs: General Scheme of Childcare (Amendment) Bill 2017: Discussion (Resumed) (5 Apr 2017)

Anne Rabbitte: Yes.

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Garda Data (4 Apr 2017)

Anne Rabbitte: 150. To ask the Minister for Justice and Equality the way a person can access records (details supplied) to see if their details are among them; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [16625/17]

Written Answers — Department of Social Protection: Community Employment Schemes Operation (4 Apr 2017)

Anne Rabbitte: 341. To ask the Minister for Social Protection when the proposed rules governing community employment schemes will be enforced in order that the period of assessment commences in January 2007 compared to April 2000 as it currently stands (details supplied). [16049/17]

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Passport Services (4 Apr 2017)

Anne Rabbitte: 400. To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade the reason the passport service is not meeting timelines with the passport express service (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16591/17]

Written Answers — Department of Health: Hospital Services (4 Apr 2017)

Anne Rabbitte: 544. To ask the Minister for Health the process and services that are available to persons living with intestinal failure transitioning from the national paediatric unit at Our Lady’s Children’s Hospital, Crumlin; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16604/17]

Other Questions: Underage Drinking (30 Mar 2017)

Anne Rabbitte: I thank the Minister. This is a topic in respect of which we need to get serious. We are sometimes too quick to point the finger, whether in the direction of the shopkeeper or the off-licence, but I believe there is an onus on parents to take responsibility and leadership. I also have to question the whole idea about the implications of below-cost selling and easy access to alcohol,...

Other Questions: Underage Drinking (30 Mar 2017)

Anne Rabbitte: 9. To ask the Minister for Justice and Equality if she will be bringing forward new measures to tackle underage drinking. [15527/17]

Other Questions: Underage Drinking (30 Mar 2017)

Anne Rabbitte: My question is whether the Tánaiste will be bringing forward new measures to tackle underage drinking.

Other Questions: Underage Drinking (30 Mar 2017)

Anne Rabbitte: I thank the Tánaiste for her response and warm to her closing words, when she moved away from all the legislative pieces that are place. While the legislation is there, my question is about its implementation and enforcement. The Tánaiste talked about the 1998 Act and the issue of delivering alcohol to minors. That is where my biggest concern lies. I am at the stage of bringing...

Direct Provision: Statements (30 Mar 2017)

Anne Rabbitte: The first time the Minister of State and I met was at NUI Galway last year at the launch of the inclusive centenaries scholarships. It was a great day of celebration when scholarships were announced for young asylum seekers living in direct provision. NUI Galway is providing scholarships for people who have done incredibly well in education, giving them the opportunity to go forward. The...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Immigration Policy (30 Mar 2017)

Anne Rabbitte: 41. To ask the Minister for Justice and Equality her plans to assist undocumented Brazilians resident here. [15526/17]

Other Questions: Child Care Services (28 Mar 2017)

Anne Rabbitte: 65. To ask the Minister for Children and Youth Affairs the status of the information technology system for administering the single affordable child care scheme; if it will be available for September 2017; and if not, the alternative arrangements that she will put in place. [15221/17]

Other Questions: Child Care Services (28 Mar 2017)

Anne Rabbitte: Although the Minister has answered this question already, I ask her for further clarification regarding the interim reports on the commission of investigation on the mother and baby homes, taking into account that I am from east Galway and Tuam is in my constituency. Many people down there are waiting for the interim report. Excuse me. Did I skip Deputy Ó Laoghaire?