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Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Banking Sector (4 Jul 2024)

Michael Moynihan: I ask the Minister for Finance about the actions he and his Department are taking about the future evolution of cash infrastructure in the State, both to ensure cash is legal tender and acceptable, and that it is managed in a fair, orderly, transparent and equitable manner.

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Banking Sector (4 Jul 2024)

Michael Moynihan: It is hugely important that the Bill be brought in as a matter of urgency because, as the Minister stated, it is important that cash is available. It remains a critical part of our economy in so many ways. There were issues with cash being withdrawn from various banks and so forth in rural and urban communities. That has thankfully stopped, but it is important there is a sound basis in...

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Departmental Schemes (4 Jul 2024)

Michael Moynihan: 77. To ask the Minister for Finance if he shares the concerns that the disabled drivers and disabled passengers scheme is no longer fit for purpose; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [28506/24]

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Departmental Schemes (4 Jul 2024)

Michael Moynihan: It was remiss of me during my previous question not to congratulate Deputy Chambers on his appointment as Minister for Finance. I offer him every good wish as he endeavours to take hold of a very important Department. Doing so is well within his grasp. I thank him for his co-operation in the various portfolios he has held over the past four years. It has been a pleasure working with him....

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Departmental Schemes (4 Jul 2024)

Michael Moynihan: I thank the Minister for his response. The Joint Committee on Disability Matters held an all-day meeting on 8 April. One of the main issues raised that day related to the criteria for the primary medical certificate. Some of the legislation that acts as the basis for the certificate dates from the late 1960s. Many people have said that the DDS is not fit for purpose but that the various...

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Departmental Schemes (4 Jul 2024)

Michael Moynihan: On the primary medical certificate criteria, we had an awful lot of submissions for the all-day meeting on 8 April, particularly on single amputees who had been involved in accidents in which they acquired injuries that changed their lives. This in particular was one of the issues raised. We had many correspondents from throughout the country on this. I cannot underestimate the frustration...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Disability Matters: Enabling Community Inclusion for People with Disabilities (Resumed): Disability Equality Specialist Support Agency (3 Jul 2024)

Michael Moynihan: Apologies have been received from Deputy Ellis and Senator Clonan. Before we begin, I warmly welcome the family of Deputy Seán Canney to the Gallery. They will be able to keep a close eye on the proceedings and the work we do. Seán is a huge contributor to our work on the Committee on Disability Matters. He is very dedicated and contributes very positively to the work we are...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Disability Matters: Enabling Community Inclusion for People with Disabilities (Resumed): Disability Equality Specialist Support Agency (3 Jul 2024)

Michael Moynihan: I thank Ms Griffin. We will now hear from members, the first being Deputy Canney.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Disability Matters: Enabling Community Inclusion for People with Disabilities (Resumed): Disability Equality Specialist Support Agency (3 Jul 2024)

Michael Moynihan: To follow on from Deputy Canney’s point, when was the report given to the Department of Health?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Disability Matters: Enabling Community Inclusion for People with Disabilities (Resumed): Disability Equality Specialist Support Agency (3 Jul 2024)

Michael Moynihan: Absolutely. A lot of it is empowering parents in having a step, signpost or a way for people because it is really important. As Mr. Miller said in his commentary, the challenges are there for families on an ongoing basis. Some of the time, there are great initiatives. The witnesses' concept is highly innovative, but it is very down to earth and on the ground. The challenge I see is that...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Disability Matters: Enabling Community Inclusion for People with Disabilities (Resumed): Disability Equality Specialist Support Agency (3 Jul 2024)

Michael Moynihan: It is extremely frustrating is it not? That is the challenge. We may pursue that in the channels that are open to us, and we might throw some spotlights on it.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Disability Matters: Enabling Community Inclusion for People with Disabilities (Resumed): Disability Equality Specialist Support Agency (3 Jul 2024)

Michael Moynihan: I thank the witnesses very much for appearing before the committee. We really appreciate it. I thank them for the work they do. It is greatly appreciated. Our job is now to try to ensure that it does not veer off the radar completely. I thank the members and our team. We will adjourn until next week at 5 o'clock.

Written Answers — Department of Finance: Tax Code (4 Jul 2024)

Michael Moynihan: 121. To ask the Minister for Finance his plans to review the VAT treatment of farmers; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [28505/24]

An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (9 Jul 2024)

Michael Moynihan: The disability matters committee published its recent pre-budget submission, which contains a number of asks relating to the unmet need in the community. There are a number of issues, such as pay parity for section 39 organisations. The Taoiseach alluded in his earlier contributions to recruitment and retention. There are issues in regard to making sure that kids in particular have access...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Disability Matters: United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities: Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth (10 Jul 2024)

Michael Moynihan: Apologies have been received from Deputy Ellis. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss general provisions and the implementation of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, UNCRPD. On behalf of the committee, I welcome the Minister of State with responsibility for disability, Deputy Rabbitte, and from the Department of Children, Equality, Disability,...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Disability Matters: United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities: Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth (10 Jul 2024)

Michael Moynihan: I thank Mr. Brunell. I call Senator O'Loughlin.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Disability Matters: United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities: Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth (10 Jul 2024)

Michael Moynihan: Could the Minister of State refrain from mentioning any individual in her response? I take the point the Senator made but he mentioned one professor. Could the Minister of State speak to the general point?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Disability Matters: United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities: Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth (10 Jul 2024)

Michael Moynihan: Deputy Canney is telling the truth because the contracts that are being offered are temporary and begrudgingly given by the HSE. They are not permanent contracts.