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Ceisteanna ar Pholasaí nó ar Reachtaíocht - Questions on Policy or Legislation (8 Nov 2023)

Alan Dillon: Today I am rallying support for a really important project in Castlebar concerning the Order of Malta. It has given stalwart support to our community for the past 80 years. It has applied for €500,000 under the 2023 town and village renewal scheme, which is required to rebuild its new headquarters. It is a project that stands with Mayo County Council and has been submitted to the...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport: Irish Air Navigation Service: Chairperson Designate (8 Nov 2023)

Alan Dillon: Continuing the conversation about AirNav Ireland's transition to a self-funded model, I am eager to hear about its plans to ensure the continued safety and efficiency of Ireland's air traffic control and meeting other demands relating to the funding model.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport: Irish Air Navigation Service: Chairperson Designate (8 Nov 2023)

Alan Dillon: It is about maintaining AirNav Ireland's responsibilities around safety and ensuring it is on a stable financial footing.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport: Irish Air Navigation Service: Chairperson Designate (8 Nov 2023)

Alan Dillon: My question is focused more on balancing AirNav Ireland's priorities. We know the aviation sector is continually evolving with new technology, airlines becoming more sustainable and more innovation. It concerns how AirNav Ireland integrates into that system and ensures it is a leader on that.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport: Irish Air Navigation Service: Chairperson Designate (8 Nov 2023)

Alan Dillon: Is this in relation to the virtualisation technology?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport: Irish Air Navigation Service: Chairperson Designate (8 Nov 2023)

Alan Dillon: At a board level and in terms of the skill set and expertise, it is Mr. Bourke's role as chairperson to hold the executive management to account in relation to any of these new innovative technologies. How does he assess that? Are there sub-committees established? I ask him to give me a flavour of the board and how it is structured. Is there a risk analysis team? Is there a subcommittee...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport: Irish Air Navigation Service: Chairperson Designate (8 Nov 2023)

Alan Dillon: There have been various reports and advocacy from many European airlines around a single European sky, which for many would create a more effective airline architecture. How does AirNav view this initiative? What are Mr. Bourke's thoughts on the enhancement of traffic management across Europe? We are at the mercy of the French and most recently the UK when it had technical issues around...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport: Irish Air Navigation Service: Chairperson Designate (8 Nov 2023)

Alan Dillon: Absolutely. If we can get a position on that, it would be great. We talked previously about AirNav's employees. Is that number over 600?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport: Irish Air Navigation Service: Chairperson Designate (8 Nov 2023)

Alan Dillon: It is a substantial employer across the State. There have been some issues around restrictions due to staff shortages and mandatory safety training. Mr. Bourke briefly talked about issues around unscheduled sick leave. As chair, Mr. Bourke is probably not dealing with the day-to-day stuff. This is for the CEO to deal with. How concerned is he about that?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport: Irish Air Navigation Service: Chairperson Designate (8 Nov 2023)

Alan Dillon: Will the cap on flights at Dublin Airport have an impact on AirNav's revenue?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport: Irish Air Navigation Service: Chairperson Designate (8 Nov 2023)

Alan Dillon: Is AirNav concerned about the commentary on it, as an organisation?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport: Irish Air Navigation Service: Chairperson Designate (8 Nov 2023)

Alan Dillon: Regarding AirNav's relationship with the Irish Aviation Authority and its role around regulatory oversight, has Mr. Bourke had much engagement with it? How does AirNav align both its operations and the IAA's stringent safety requirements? Is that on an ongoing basis? What type of relationship do the two organisations have at present?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport: Irish Air Navigation Service: Chairperson Designate (8 Nov 2023)

Alan Dillon: I do not think we have any more contributors online. I thank Mr. Bourke for his attendance at today's committee. It has been very informative. We wish Mr. Bourke the best in his role and assure him this committee will provide any support he needs. It is really important that we would do so. On the buzzer, I see that Senator Doherty has just joined us.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport: Irish Air Navigation Service: Chairperson Designate (8 Nov 2023)

Alan Dillon: Yes.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport: Irish Air Navigation Service: Chairperson Designate (8 Nov 2023)

Alan Dillon: Before you respond, Mr. Bourke, I propose that I vacate the Chair to make way for the Leas-Chathaoirleach. Is that agreed?

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Childcare Services (7 Nov 2023)

Alan Dillon: I want to take up the Minister on the capital investment programme and acknowledge the work he has done in terms of the substantial investment of €69 million across three pillars. I want to focus on pillar two, with €20 million being allocated in 2024 and additional €25 million in 2025 for existing and new services. I want to touch upon rural and remote communities. I...

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Departmental Communications (7 Nov 2023)

Alan Dillon: 42. To ask the Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth the steps his Department has taken to provide information to communities which are accommodating Ukrainian and other refugees; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48439/23]

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Departmental Communications (7 Nov 2023)

Alan Dillon: Ireland's response to the influx of individuals from Ukraine and other conflict-ridden regions has been remarkably commendable. It showcases our deep-rooted dedication to humanitarian principles and a willingness to offer a safe and very welcoming haven for those who are in dire straits. Central to this is robust collaboration and communication among all involved. What steps has the...

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Departmental Communications (7 Nov 2023)

Alan Dillon: I thank the Minister of State for his response. It is good to hear about the establishment of the community engagement team, which is central. For many communities, it is really all about transparency and co-operation, especially across Government bodies, non-governmental organisations, NGOs, community collectives and volunteer organisations. That is really important and is fundamental in...

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Departmental Communications (7 Nov 2023)

Alan Dillon: I commend the Minister of State on his efforts within his Department. It is not an easy task in terms of liaising with all of the different local authorities. Previously, when we did engage with local authorities, there was a commitment around additional resources. What is the status of the current competition within local authorities? Have many local authorities completed their full...