Results 321-340 of 696 for speaker:Albert Dolan
- Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Parking Provision (22 May 2025)
Albert Dolan: 154. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if, in collaboration with the relevant authorities, he will review the fines and enforcement measures for the misuse of disabled parking spaces, given that current penalties are not acting as a strong enough deterrent and enforcement remains inadequate; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26444/25]
- Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: Schools Building Projects (22 May 2025)
Albert Dolan: 222. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills the status of the proposed extension for a school (details supplied); the current stage of the project; the expected timeline for progress and delivery; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [26539/25]
- Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: Education and Training Boards (22 May 2025)
Albert Dolan: 223. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills the current status of the proposed services (details supplied); the progress made to date; the expected timeline for delivery; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [26540/25]
- Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: Education and Training Provision (22 May 2025)
Albert Dolan: 394. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills for an update on the development of the further education and training college for Galway city; the current status of the project; the expected timeline for delivery; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26538/25]
- Ceisteanna - Questions: Cabinet Committees (27 May 2025)
Albert Dolan: 18. To ask the Taoiseach when the Cabinet committee on the economy, trade and competitiveness will next meet. [22997/25]
- Ceisteanna - Questions: Cabinet Committees (27 May 2025)
Albert Dolan: In the first three months of the year, venture capital investment in Irish firms has surged to €587 million. This is a huge sign of confidence and hope for indigenous businesses. However, as the Taoiseach knows, we are going through global upheaval and massive global uncertainty, which require that the Government ensure these businesses have stability and a pathway forward. Does the...
- Committee on Public Petitions and the Ombudsmen: Election of Leas-Chathaoirleach (27 May 2025)
Albert Dolan: Unfortunately, the Chair is unavoidably absent. I have received apologies from Deputy Brendan Smith, who is on his way. I advise members of the constitutional requirement that they must be physically present within the confines of the Leinster House complex in order to participate in public meetings. I will not permit a member to participate when they are not adhering to this...
- Committee on Public Petitions and the Ombudsmen: Election of Leas-Chathaoirleach (27 May 2025)
Albert Dolan: I had nominated Deputy Brendan Smith in advance of the meeting and I spoke to him this morning. Are there any other nominations for the position of Leas-Chathaoirleach?
- Committee on Public Petitions and the Ombudsmen: Election of Leas-Chathaoirleach (27 May 2025)
Albert Dolan: No, but I do not want to say that when he is not here.
- Committee on Public Petitions and the Ombudsmen: Election of Leas-Chathaoirleach (27 May 2025)
Albert Dolan: Do members wish to defer the election until next week or deal with it now?
- Committee on Public Petitions and the Ombudsmen: Election of Leas-Chathaoirleach (27 May 2025)
Albert Dolan: I will confirm whether it is okay to take the nomination.
- Committee on Public Petitions and the Ombudsmen: Election of Leas-Chathaoirleach (27 May 2025)
Albert Dolan: Deputy Smith is on his way so I suggest we defer the election until near the end of this meeting so he will have to arrive and we can make a decision then. Is that fair?
- Committee on Public Petitions and the Ombudsmen: Election of Leas-Chathaoirleach (27 May 2025)
Albert Dolan: So that is agreed. The next item on the agenda will be dealt with in private session and we will resume later in public session to conclude the election of Leas-Chathaoirleach.
- Committee on Public Petitions and the Ombudsmen: Election of Leas-Chathaoirleach (27 May 2025)
Albert Dolan: I will start at No. 1, with nominations for Leas-Chathaoirleach as agreed at the first meeting of the committee. One nomination for the position has been received. I understand that Deputy Smith has withdrawn.
- Committee on Public Petitions and the Ombudsmen: Election of Leas-Chathaoirleach (27 May 2025)
Albert Dolan: I invite members to make any nominations they may have for the position of Leas-Chathaoirleach.
- Committee on Public Petitions and the Ombudsmen: Election of Leas-Chathaoirleach (27 May 2025)
Albert Dolan: Are there any other nominations? No. As there is only one nomination, is the question "That Deputy Albert Dolan be elected Leas-Chathaoirleach of the Joint Committee on Public Petitions and the Ombudsmen." agreed? Agreed. I declare myself elected as Leas-Chathaoirleach. I congratulate the newly-elected Leas-Chathaoirleach on the position and I look forward to working with everyone on...
- Public Accounts Committee: Appropriation Accounts 2023
Vote 33 - Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media
Financial Statements 2023: Arts Council
Financial Statements 2023: National Gallery
Report on the Accounts of the Public Services 2023
Chapter 10 - Measuring the Performance of Arts and Sports Spending (29 May 2025) Albert Dolan: I thank everyone for their attendance. I know it is not an easy task but we greatly appreciate it. We all have a role to play here. Our role is to ensure the public are getting value for money and that anybody who is in a position to expend public moneys is held to the highest standards. That is what we expect across this House. I also thank the Comptroller and Auditor General for the...
- Public Accounts Committee: Appropriation Accounts 2023
Vote 33 - Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media
Financial Statements 2023: Arts Council
Financial Statements 2023: National Gallery
Report on the Accounts of the Public Services 2023
Chapter 10 - Measuring the Performance of Arts and Sports Spending (29 May 2025) Albert Dolan: The Arts Council has gone from a budget of €75 million in 2019 to €140 million in 2025 and from 50 full-time staff up to a staff complement of 120. It is a huge expansion. Will Ms Kennelly explain why the headcount at the Arts Council has grown so much?
- Public Accounts Committee: Appropriation Accounts 2023
Vote 33 - Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media
Financial Statements 2023: Arts Council
Financial Statements 2023: National Gallery
Report on the Accounts of the Public Services 2023
Chapter 10 - Measuring the Performance of Arts and Sports Spending (29 May 2025) Albert Dolan: Does Ms Kennelly believe the organisation needs to be as big as it is?