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Select Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport: Estimates for Public Services 2022
Vote 31 - Transport (Supplementary) (23 Nov 2022)

Michael Lowry: Last year, the licensed haulage emergency support scheme paid out €15.5 million. When will the new scheme be in place? Will the financial support be similar or improved? What is the thinking in that regard?

Select Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport: Estimates for Public Services 2022
Vote 31 - Transport (Supplementary) (23 Nov 2022)

Michael Lowry: Has the Department undertaken a review of the redistribution of air travel? We all know that Dublin Airport is completely overburdened and is unable to cope. People cannot find spaces to park because the car parks are full. Every service within the Dublin Airport campus is under pressure. There is no let-up in that regard. At the same time, Shannon and Cork airports are not being...

Select Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport: Estimates for Public Services 2022
Vote 31 - Transport (Supplementary) (23 Nov 2022)

Michael Lowry: It is no coincidence that they are from east Limerick, is it?

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: School Transport (13 Dec 2022)

Michael Lowry: 348. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills when a person (details supplied) who has applied for a bus ticket for transport to school will receive their ticket; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [61703/22]

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: School Staff (13 Dec 2022)

Michael Lowry: 349. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills the progress that she has achieved to date in bringing school completion officers back within her Department's remit; if her attention has been drawn to reports of the impact that education and training boards are experiencing in recruiting persons as a result of the current school completion programme governance; and if she will make a...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Healthcare Infrastructure Provision (13 Dec 2022)

Michael Lowry: 528. To ask the Minister for Health his views on a matter (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [61633/22]

Written Answers — Department of Health: Healthcare Infrastructure Provision (13 Dec 2022)

Michael Lowry: 532. To ask the Minister for Health his views on a matter (details supplied) in relation to palliative care; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [61661/22]

Ceisteanna ó Cheannairí - Leaders' Questions (15 Dec 2022)

Michael Lowry: As we celebrate the centenary of the establishment of An Garda Síochána, it is appropriate to reflect on its current standing. Over the past 100 years, members of the Garda have served us with distinction and pride. We owe them a sincere debt of gratitude for their outstanding commitment and dedication. Over the years, the force has developed and expanded. It has constantly...

Ceisteanna ó Cheannairí - Leaders' Questions (15 Dec 2022)

Michael Lowry: I thank the Tánaiste for that response. It is also fair to say that arising from a trend towards violent disorder and aggression, the need for mental health and psychological support among members of the Garda force is growing and is a big concern. Up to the end of October of this year, €780,000 was spent on providing such support to members. That figure exceeds the entire...

Written Answers — Department of Finance: Banking Sector (15 Dec 2022)

Michael Lowry: 202. To ask the Minister for Finance the dates of the board meetings of a bank (details supplied) that the independent non-executive director to the bank attended in 2021 and 2022 on his behalf; if the person submitted written updates to him on the themes covered during the board meetings; if the bank has discussed the possibility of making any of its branches cashless in 2023, in tabular...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: An Garda Síochána (15 Dec 2022)

Michael Lowry: 289. To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality the number of Garda stations without access to broadband in County Tipperary; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [63053/22]

Taoiseach a Ainmniú - Nomination of Taoiseach (17 Dec 2022)

Michael Lowry: At this time in 1994 the Fianna Fáil-Labour Party coalition collapsed. This month, exactly 28 years ago, during negotiations for a new Government, I was sent on a mission by John Bruton. The objective was to find a solution to a key Labour demand for a rotating Taoiseach. The Labour Party was in a strong position with 32 seats. It had the option of going back into Government with...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport: National Aviation Policy: Ryanair (30 Nov 2022)

Michael Lowry: Consequently, the executives have fed back that concern they have about Christmas to the authority already.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport: National Aviation Policy: Dublin Airport Authority (18 Jan 2023)

Michael Lowry: I thank Senator Craughwell. I congratulate Mr. Jacobs on his appointment. Obviously, the DAA is hugely important to our country for economic growth and development. It needs leadership, commitment and innovation. I accept, as everyone does, that Dublin Airport performing well and efficiently is hugely important for the entire country, not just Dublin and the Leinster region. Mr. Jacobs...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport: National Aviation Policy: Dublin Airport Authority (18 Jan 2023)

Michael Lowry: Does the cost of €600 million rest with the DAA in its entirety, or are there contributors?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport: National Aviation Policy: Dublin Airport Authority (18 Jan 2023)

Michael Lowry: That is the reason I asked the question. It is a massive investment. From what Mr. Harrison is saying, it has to be funded from within DAA's own resources. What are the prospects of doing that?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport: National Aviation Policy: Dublin Airport Authority (18 Jan 2023)

Michael Lowry: It is very important that we take this up with the regulator. The development and expansion of the airport is obviously critical to our economic growth and development. The position held by the regulator is central to the ability of the DAA to raise funds and implement its development plans. My final point is a mundane one. With all of this development and expansion, there will...

Public Dental Services: Motion [Private Members] (19 Jan 2023)

Michael Lowry: As the Minister is aware, good dental health is paramount to good overall health. The connection between periodontal disease and a myriad of serious health conditions has long been medically proven. Without proper preventative dental care, people can become more susceptible to cardiovascular disease, kidney disease, cancer, respiratory infections and even dementia due to the circulation of...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (19 Jan 2023)

Michael Lowry: 192. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the waiting times for B category vehicle driving tests at all testing centres in County Tipperary, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2667/23]