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Written Answers — Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth: Departmental Policies (7 Dec 2023)

Alan Dillon: 294. To ask the Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth the main policy achievements of his Department in 2023; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [54287/23]

Written Answers — Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth: Direct Provision System (7 Dec 2023)

Alan Dillon: 295. To ask the Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth further to Parliamentary Question No. 540 of 28 November 2023, if he will provide a breakdown of each of the nine locations providing emergency and permanent accommodation in County Mayo; the type of accommodation facilities in the emergency settings; and a breakdown of the number at each location. [54304/23]

Written Answers — Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth: Ukraine War (7 Dec 2023)

Alan Dillon: 296. To ask the Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth if he will provide an update on an offer of commercial accommodation for a person (details supplied); when this will be processed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [54309/23]

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: Departmental Policies (7 Dec 2023)

Alan Dillon: 337. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills the main policy achievements of his Department in 2023; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [54292/23]

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: Budget 2024 (7 Dec 2023)

Alan Dillon: 338. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills the reason NCEF courses are not included in the Government HEA cost of living package; the reason for their exclusion; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [54295/23]

Written Answers — Department of Rural and Community Development: Departmental Policies (7 Dec 2023)

Alan Dillon: 343. To ask the Minister for Rural and Community Development the main policy achievements of her Department in 2023; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [54289/23]

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: An Garda Síochána (12 Dec 2023)

Alan Dillon: 46. To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality what equipment and technology is being introduced to support members of An Garda Síochána in their roles; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [55136/23]

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: An Garda Síochána (12 Dec 2023)

Alan Dillon: As we acknowledge the growing complexity in maintaining law and order, the role of An Garda Síochána becomes even more crucial. We have learned there are plans to introduce new equipment and technology to aid our gardaí in their duties. It is clear that these advancements will undoubtedly boost their efficiency and effectiveness. Will the Minister provide us with more detail...

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: An Garda Síochána (12 Dec 2023)

Alan Dillon: I thank the Minister for her response on this important issue and her hard work on increasing the budget allocated to An Garda Síochána. It is welcome. An issue for communities I represent concerns rural crime and An Garda Síochána's security and intelligence capabilities, referenced in the future of policing plan. What additional supports can we provide for...

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: An Garda Síochána (12 Dec 2023)

Alan Dillon: I welcome the expansion of areas the Minister did not mention, such as the Garda dog unit, the provision of tasers to the public order unit and the improved public order equipment in vehicles. These are important areas, along with the new legislation for the provision of body-worn cameras. Facial recognition technology will be beneficial. Will there be a pilot scheme to assess its...

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Foreign Birth Registration (12 Dec 2023)

Alan Dillon: 106. To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade when a person (details supplied) who applied to the foreign birth register will have their application processed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [55188/23]

Written Answers — Department of Employment Affairs and Social Protection: School Meals Programme (12 Dec 2023)

Alan Dillon: 510. To ask the Minister for Employment Affairs and Social Protection the reason a person (details supplied) was not included in the recent announcement on the Hot School Meals Programme; if an application was submitted by the school; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [55397/23]

Written Answers — Department of Health: Medical Cards (12 Dec 2023)

Alan Dillon: 813. To ask the Minister for Health how many discretionary medical cards were granted in Mayo in 2023; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [54963/23]

Ceisteanna ar Pholasaí nó ar Reachtaíocht - Questions on Policy or Legislation (14 Dec 2023)

Alan Dillon: The horrific violence and loss of life in Israel and Gaza continues to shock us all. When the EU General Assembly calls for an immediate humanitarian ceasefire, backed by 150 countries including Ireland, it is a significant step. It highlights the growing isolation of the United States and Israel. I acknowledge the efforts of the Tánaiste and Taoiseach in condemning the war and...

Public Accounts Committee: Appropriation Accounts 2022
Vote 34 - Housing, Local Government and Heritage - Programme A - Housing
Financial Statements 2022 - The Housing Agency
Report on the Accounts of the Public Services 2022
Chapter 11 - Utilisation of the Land Aggregation Scheme Sites (14 Dec 2023)

Alan Dillon: How do I follow that? I will focus on accommodation for the homeless, which is subhead A13. We are all aware of the importance of emergency accommodation and related services to support those who are homeless. It is critical service provision. I ask Mr. Doyle about the Department's management of the emergency accommodation for the homeless at present. Has his Department seen a sharp...

Public Accounts Committee: Appropriation Accounts 2022
Vote 34 - Housing, Local Government and Heritage - Programme A - Housing
Financial Statements 2022 - The Housing Agency
Report on the Accounts of the Public Services 2022
Chapter 11 - Utilisation of the Land Aggregation Scheme Sites (14 Dec 2023)

Alan Dillon: On the budget allocated to it, for 2022 the allocation in the subhead is €242 million, which is an increase of €48 million on the previous year. What was provided in the Department's budgetary forecast for 2023?

Public Accounts Committee: Appropriation Accounts 2022
Vote 34 - Housing, Local Government and Heritage - Programme A - Housing
Financial Statements 2022 - The Housing Agency
Report on the Accounts of the Public Services 2022
Chapter 11 - Utilisation of the Land Aggregation Scheme Sites (14 Dec 2023)

Alan Dillon: On those who are delivering emergency accommodation, how do the local authorities procure hotel rooms for emergency accommodation? What cost inflation has the Department seen in the delivery of emergency accommodation? What is the average rate being paid by the Department or the local authorities?

Public Accounts Committee: Appropriation Accounts 2022
Vote 34 - Housing, Local Government and Heritage - Programme A - Housing
Financial Statements 2022 - The Housing Agency
Report on the Accounts of the Public Services 2022
Chapter 11 - Utilisation of the Land Aggregation Scheme Sites (14 Dec 2023)

Alan Dillon: I am conscious of time.

Public Accounts Committee: Appropriation Accounts 2022
Vote 34 - Housing, Local Government and Heritage - Programme A - Housing
Financial Statements 2022 - The Housing Agency
Report on the Accounts of the Public Services 2022
Chapter 11 - Utilisation of the Land Aggregation Scheme Sites (14 Dec 2023)

Alan Dillon: I am just conscious of the clock.

Public Accounts Committee: Appropriation Accounts 2022
Vote 34 - Housing, Local Government and Heritage - Programme A - Housing
Financial Statements 2022 - The Housing Agency
Report on the Accounts of the Public Services 2022
Chapter 11 - Utilisation of the Land Aggregation Scheme Sites (14 Dec 2023)

Alan Dillon: I am interested in the average rates paid by the Department or local authorities for hotel rooms and whether there is a difference between regions.