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Joint Committee On Children, Equality, Disability, Integration And Youth: Autism Spectrum Disorder Bill 2017: Discussion (3 Oct 2023)

Alan Dillon: Yes.

Joint Committee On Children, Equality, Disability, Integration And Youth: Autism Spectrum Disorder Bill 2017: Discussion (3 Oct 2023)

Alan Dillon: Yes. Mr. Brunell mentioned concerns around the duplication of services and assessments for autistic individuals. How are these concerns being mitigated - I will maybe ask the HSE to also come in on this - while still improving access and quality to deliver a service? Second, I will ask about the ongoing reform efforts. In a rural constituency where I live the PSD system, for many, has...

Joint Committee On Children, Equality, Disability, Integration And Youth: Autism Spectrum Disorder Bill 2017: Discussion (3 Oct 2023)

Alan Dillon: The real concern is the monitoring and accountability side of things, which is non-existent for parents.

Joint Committee On Children, Equality, Disability, Integration And Youth: Autism Spectrum Disorder Bill 2017: Discussion (3 Oct 2023)

Alan Dillon: Other witnesses can also contribute.

Joint Committee On Children, Equality, Disability, Integration And Youth: Autism Spectrum Disorder Bill 2017: Discussion (3 Oct 2023)

Alan Dillon: Certain CHOs are better than others when it comes to delivering assessments of need. Some of them exceed the legislative wait times. Access to therapeutics and practitioners constitute the real issue around the CDNTs. I know there are huge constraints in the labour market in terms of recruiting teams in each of the areas. Perhaps the question I am about to ask is for the Department....

Joint Committee On Children, Equality, Disability, Integration And Youth: Autism Spectrum Disorder Bill 2017: Discussion (3 Oct 2023)

Alan Dillon: I know, but the concept I have suggested would solve a lot of the challenges faced by many parents who are reliant on the mainstream health service, which has failed them time and again.

School Transport 2023-2024: Statements (3 Oct 2023)

Alan Dillon: It is important to recognise the profound significance of the school transport scheme. For many it is not just a bus service; it is a vital lifeline for those who rely heavily on it. In the 2022-23 school year we saw more than 149,000 children in many of our primary and post-primary schools, including those with special educational needs, rely on the service. We have seen the positive...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Education and Skills: Current and Future Plans of the School Building Unit: Department of Education (3 Oct 2023)

Alan Dillon: I second the proposal.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Education and Skills: Current and Future Plans of the School Building Unit: Department of Education (3 Oct 2023)

Alan Dillon: I am conscious of time so I will be brief. I acknowledge our witnesses and thank them for their opening statements and their ongoing work in delivering major capital projects. As many present have said, they are critical to the fabric of our education system. We have to acknowledge all they have done and what they continue to do. On the metrics the Department uses, how does the building...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Education and Skills: Current and Future Plans of the School Building Unit: Department of Education (3 Oct 2023)

Alan Dillon: It is the Irish way.

Written Answers — Department of An Taoiseach: Cabinet Committees (3 Oct 2023)

Alan Dillon: 40. To ask the Taoiseach when the Cabinet Committee on Health will next meet. [41424/23]

Written Answers — Department of An Taoiseach: Cabinet Committees (3 Oct 2023)

Alan Dillon: 49. To ask the Taoiseach when the Cabinet Committee on Economy and Investment will meet next. [41423/23]

Written Answers — Department of An Taoiseach: Cabinet Committees (3 Oct 2023)

Alan Dillon: 63. To ask the Taoiseach when the Cabinet Committee on Children and Education will meet next. [41425/23]

Written Answers — Department of Defence: Departmental Strategies (3 Oct 2023)

Alan Dillon: 103. To ask the Taoiseach and Minister for Defence to provide an update on Ireland's submarine cables; if they have been put at risk in recent months by hostile countries travelling through Irish waters; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42610/23]

Written Answers — Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment: Foreign Direct Investment (3 Oct 2023)

Alan Dillon: 285. To ask the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment for an update on a matter (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42526/23]

Written Answers — Department of Health: State Claims Agency (3 Oct 2023)

Alan Dillon: 570. To ask the Minister for Health when a person (details supplied) will receive an update from the State Claims Agency; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42163/23]

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate: Health Services Staff (4 Oct 2023)

Alan Dillon: I thank the Leas-Cheann Comhairle and Ceann Comhairle for selecting this very important Topical Issue, which addresses a matter of profound importance, one that demands immediate and resolute action. It concerns the livelihoods and well-being of the incredible individuals who dedicate their lives to caring for and supporting the most vulnerable in our society. I implore the Minister of...

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate: Health Services Staff (4 Oct 2023)

Alan Dillon: I thank the Minister of State for his response, which is greatly appreciated. However, this sector is in dire straits and demands immediate action. Up to 5,000 health and community workers who play a critical role in our society are on the brink of indefinite strike action from 17 October. While I accept that the 5% pay funding increase was put on the table, it certainly did not go far...

Public Accounts Committee: Health Service Executive: Financial Statements 2023 (5 Oct 2023)

Alan Dillon: I welcome our guests. I want to go back to the issue of the eight highest earning staff members within the HSE. They are receiving remuneration in excess of €500,000, with the highest earning staff member receiving up to €974,000. They are all medical consultants. Are the taxpayers getting value for money with such high consultancy payments?