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Matters Arising in RTÉ: Statements (4 Jul 2023)

Thomas Gould: The scandal that has unfolded in RTÉ in recent weeks has left the people who fund the organisation extremely disappointed and angry. The sense of betrayal felt by the workers in RTÉ arising from this scandal must be recognised. At the ICTU conference today, an emergency motion was passed unanimously. This highlighted the serious concerns about the impact of this secret deal. The...

Matters Arising in RTÉ: Statements (4 Jul 2023)

Thomas Gould: This sentiment is echoed by many adults now. What those bosses were doing in 2017-----

Matters Arising in RTÉ: Statements (4 Jul 2023)

Thomas Gould: -----was completely wrong.

Ceisteanna ó Cheannairí - Leaders' Questions (4 Jul 2023)

Thomas Gould: We would have homes for people. That’s what we would have.

Written Answers — Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth: Disability Services (4 Jul 2023)

Thomas Gould: 87. To ask the Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth the current staffing levels of CDNTs in Cork. [32444/23]

Written Answers — Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth: Special Educational Needs (4 Jul 2023)

Thomas Gould: 114. To ask the Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth if he will provide an update on the return of therapists to special schools in Cork. [31631/23]

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Passport Services (4 Jul 2023)

Thomas Gould: 140. To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade for an update on a passport (details supplied) given it has now passed its issue date. [32598/23]

Written Answers — Department of Finance: Insurance Industry (4 Jul 2023)

Thomas Gould: 220. To ask the Minister for Finance whether he is aware that insurance providers refuse travel insurance to people with congenital heart defects even when these have been repaired; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32039/23]

Ceisteanna ó Cheannairí - Leaders' Questions (29 Jun 2023)

Thomas Gould: What about renters?

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: School Accommodation (29 Jun 2023)

Thomas Gould: I support my colleagues in the Chamber. It is an issue in east Cork but it is also an issue right across Cork city and county. I am dealing with families from Glanmire to Blarney to Ballincollig who do not have school places for their children. There are people on waiting lists. The problem now is that secondary schools are closed for the summer. Where is the contingency in order that...

Written Answers — Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment: Food Prices (29 Jun 2023)

Thomas Gould: 27. To ask the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment if he will provide an update on his engagement with the retail forum regarding food prices. [31627/23]

Written Answers — Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment: Equality Issues (29 Jun 2023)

Thomas Gould: 67. To ask the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment the funding available through Enterprise Ireland for people with disabilities seeking to establish their own business. [31626/23]

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: State Examinations (29 Jun 2023)

Thomas Gould: 102. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills whether she has engaged with the State Examinations Commission regarding Leaving Certificate maths papers. [31632/23]

Written Answers — Department of Housing, Planning, and Local Government: Urban Regeneration (29 Jun 2023)

Thomas Gould: 297. To ask the Minister for Housing, Planning, and Local Government for an update on the regeneration plans for Noonan’s road in Cork city. [31714/23]

Written Answers — Department of Housing, Planning, and Local Government: Electricity Grid (29 Jun 2023)

Thomas Gould: 298. To ask the Minister for Housing, Planning, and Local Government if he will provide an update on meters installed in homes at Noonan’s road, Cork city, to monitor energy usage. [31715/23]

Environmental Protection Agency Water Quality Report 2022: Statements (28 Jun 2023)

Thomas Gould: I welcome this report. It is a pity it is not more positive, but it outlines the facts, which is very important if we are going to do our work, and especially if the Minister of State and the Government are going to do their work. It outlines the work that needs to be done. I also have serious concerns, however, that this report does not reflect some of the lived experience of the people I...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Substance Misuse (28 Jun 2023)

Thomas Gould: 172. To ask the Minister for Health the status of the reopening of Keltoi. [31621/23]

Nursing Home Care: Motion [Private Members] (27 Jun 2023)

Thomas Gould: I have met with families from Beaumont nursing home in Cork city. I have heard their heartbreaking stories. I know the Minister of State, Deputy Butler, has promised alternative beds. Residents I have heard from do not want other beds; they want to remain in Beaumont. That is where they themselves chose to be. Beaumont is their home. It is not just a bed; it is where they have...

Energy (Windfall Gains in the Energy Sector) (Temporary Solidarity Contribution) Bill 2023: Second Stage (27 Jun 2023)

Thomas Gould: I ask for some latitude at the start. I am taking a brief moment to send best wishes to Denise O'Sullivan and the Irish women's soccer team, who are heading off to Australia. Denise is from Knocknaheeny, County Cork, where I am from. She is a great ambassador for her community and her family. I want to send her and all of the ladies and everyone involved the very best wishes. I know we...

Ceisteanna - Questions: British-Irish Co-operation (27 Jun 2023)

Thomas Gould: Last week the Tánaiste issued a public statement calling on the British Government to pause the legacy Bill and instead commit itself to a victim-centred justice mechanism set out in the Stormont House Agreement. The next day a Cabinet Minister told the House of Commons categorically that the legacy Bill would become law by the end of July. Political parties throughout the island are...