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- Select Committee on Tourism, Culture, Arts, Sport And Media: Estimates for Public Services 2023
Vote 33 - Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media (Revised) (8 Feb 2023) Alan Dillon: Is there a specific unit in the Department working on major sports events?
- Select Committee on Tourism, Culture, Arts, Sport And Media: Estimates for Public Services 2023
Vote 33 - Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media (Revised) (8 Feb 2023) Alan Dillon: There are huge opportunities there. We need a whole-of-government approach to these major sporting events.
- Select Committee on Tourism, Culture, Arts, Sport And Media: Estimates for Public Services 2023
Vote 33 - Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media (Revised) (8 Feb 2023) Alan Dillon: We have the Ryder Cup in Adare and Euro 2028. Are they the main key strategic projects the Department is focused on? What have we learned from past applications, such as the unsuccessful Rugby World Cup bid? Have we moved on in relation to our offering to host these events or is it a case that we put a policy document together but there are not substantial funds to ensure we have enough...
- Select Committee on Tourism, Culture, Arts, Sport And Media: Estimates for Public Services 2023
Vote 33 - Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media (Revised) (8 Feb 2023) Alan Dillon: Sport Ireland received €99 million in the 2023 Estimate. What is the breakdown of funding allocated to each of the national governing bodies under the remit of Sport Ireland? Has that been completed yet?
- Select Committee on Tourism, Culture, Arts, Sport And Media: Estimates for Public Services 2023
Vote 33 - Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media (Revised) (8 Feb 2023) Alan Dillon: Are there any initiatives that Government-----
- Select Committee on Tourism, Culture, Arts, Sport And Media: Estimates for Public Services 2023
Vote 33 - Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media (Revised) (8 Feb 2023) Alan Dillon: Has the GAA?
- Select Committee on Tourism, Culture, Arts, Sport And Media: Estimates for Public Services 2023
Vote 33 - Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media (Revised) (8 Feb 2023) Alan Dillon: Yes.
- Select Committee on Tourism, Culture, Arts, Sport And Media: Estimates for Public Services 2023
Vote 33 - Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media (Revised) (8 Feb 2023) Alan Dillon: Yes.
- Select Committee on Tourism, Culture, Arts, Sport And Media: Estimates for Public Services 2023
Vote 33 - Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media (Revised) (8 Feb 2023) Alan Dillon: Will there be sanctions?
- Select Committee on Tourism, Culture, Arts, Sport And Media: Estimates for Public Services 2023
Vote 33 - Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media (Revised) (8 Feb 2023) Alan Dillon: Okay.
- Select Committee on Tourism, Culture, Arts, Sport And Media: Estimates for Public Services 2023
Vote 33 - Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media (Revised) (8 Feb 2023) Alan Dillon: Under the Minister of State's remit, I see he is also responsible for physical education. This is a great initiative to move forward and to link physical literacy and activity, well-being, etc., into our education system. How does he see these areas working in tandem and trying to get a grassroots movement happening across all contexts, whether those are local sports partnerships or...
- Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Student Accommodation (14 Feb 2023)
Alan Dillon: 61. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills the progress that has been made in working with higher education institutions to ensure that more accommodation is built on and off campus, as set down in the programme for Government, through the use of cost-rental and other models; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6916/23]
- Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Student Accommodation (14 Feb 2023)
Alan Dillon: Year after year, students face a difficult task when seeking to secure accommodation. Competition is fierce at times and it can be extremely difficult to secure suitable places to live. There is a commitment in the programme for Government to increase the number of accommodation units for students across third level colleges and universities. Will the Minister provide an update on the...
- Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Student Accommodation (14 Feb 2023)
Alan Dillon: I thank the Minister for his reply. We are all aware of cases where student accommodation fails to meet the quality standards in many areas. Many students have reported poor living conditions, inadequate heating and ventilation, mould and damp. We need to ensure we have modern suitable accommodation. We need to look to provide such accommodation in a structured manner. I encourage the...
- Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Student Accommodation (14 Feb 2023)
Alan Dillon: I know the Minister is deeply committed to delivering increased numbers of student accommodation. It is crucial we get careful planning and management to ensure such student accommodation is fit for purpose, meets the needs and is supported by ample public transport. Rental prices are at an all-time high and it is making it extremely difficult for students. I encourage that the...
- Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Third Level Costs (14 Feb 2023)
Alan Dillon: The Student Universal Support Ireland, SUSI, grant can make a significant difference in the lives of students who receive it. Can the Minister provide an outline of proposed changes to the eligibility criteria to expand the grant to eligible students?
- Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Third Level Costs (14 Feb 2023)
Alan Dillon: I thank the Minister for his response. We are all aware in this House of the importance of the SUSI grant and its role in enabling students to pursue their educational and career goals. It is an important element whereby students can have access to basic necessities in our current cost-of-living crisis around food, housing and healthcare. Certainly, it reduces the financial burden on many...
- Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Third Level Costs (14 Feb 2023)
Alan Dillon: I welcome the Minister's comments with regard to the income thresholds. That is a significant barrier for many applicants. I also suggest broadening the types of courses for applicants to make applications towards their eligibility. Simplifying the application process and reducing the paperwork involved would encourage more students to apply. We are inundated in our office at times with...
- Ceisteanna ar Reachtaíocht a Gealladh - Questions on Promised Legislation (15 Feb 2023)
Alan Dillon: Some returning citizens are facing an uphill battle when it comes to re-establishing themselves in Ireland. Those living abroad for up to five to ten or 15 years, likely as a result of the Celtic tiger economic crash, have reported difficulties setting up bank or credit union accounts, getting housing assistance, access to schools and college places, or even obtaining car or health...
- Ceisteanna - Questions: Dental Services (16 Feb 2023)
Alan Dillon: 95. To ask the Minister for Health the steps being taken to alleviate the backlog for patients of all ages to access dental services; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7725/23]