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Questions on Promised Legislation (20 May 2021)

Bernard Durkan: In the context of the need for climate change targets to coexist with the agrifood sector and the need to monitor progress in respect of both, I ask the Minister to outline the extent to which he monitors the progress in those areas. For example, moss peat, which is an integral part of the horticultural sector in this country, is being discontinued and, I am told, replaced by an import. The...

Nursing Home Support Scheme (Amendment) Bill 2021: Second Stage (Resumed) (20 May 2021)

Bernard Durkan: I cannot see anybody else offering so I call the Minister of State to reply.

Ábhair Shaincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Matters (20 May 2021)

Bernard Durkan: I wish to advise the House of the following matters in respect of which notice has been given under Standing Order 37 and the name of the Member in each case: (1) Deputy Jennifer Whitmore - to discuss concern regarding a "Do not consume" water notice in Barndarrig, County Wicklow; (2) Deputy Alan Farrell - to discuss the quicker than expected growth in the renewable electricity sector within...

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate (20 May 2021)

Bernard Durkan: The Minister is present for the first Topical Issue matter raised by Deputy Whitmore.

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate (20 May 2021)

Bernard Durkan: I think he is.

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate (20 May 2021)

Bernard Durkan: We have to wait until the appropriate Minister is here to answer. The Minister, Deputy Ryan, will not take this matter.

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate (20 May 2021)

Bernard Durkan: We will adjourn for a minute to give everybody a chance to get their information ready.

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate: Water Quality (20 May 2021)

Bernard Durkan: As Deputy Hourigan and the Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science are not here, with the permission of the House we will move on to the next matter and someone might make contact with the Minister's Department while we do so. Is that agreed? Agreed. We will revert to the two matters we have passed over and I ask that someone make contact with the Deputy...

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Trade Promotion (20 May 2021)

Bernard Durkan: 37. To ask the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine the extent to which he remains satisfied that adequate alternative provision is being made for Irish exports abroad to compensate for any losses arising from Brexit; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26973/21]

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Climate Change Policy (20 May 2021)

Bernard Durkan: 44. To ask the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine the extent to which his Department continues to ensure the future of the agri-food sector in the aftermath of Brexit and notwithstanding carbon reduction targets; the degree to which he has identified opportunities for the meeting of such targets while minimising the impact on production; and if he will make a statement on the...

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: Education and Training Provision (20 May 2021)

Bernard Durkan: 129. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills the extent to which he remains satisfied that progress in expanding higher educational opportunities to date is sufficient to facilitate an upsurge in economic activity post-Covid-19 and as a result an increased need for third and fourth-level technical academic graduates; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26956/21]

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: Education and Training Provision (20 May 2021)

Bernard Durkan: 307. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills the extent to which extra provision is being made to extend and expand third and fourth-level education with particular reference to the ongoing requirements of the jobs market and the need to respond on a continuing basis; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5975/21]

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: Education and Training Provision (20 May 2021)

Bernard Durkan: 327. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills if he remains satisfied with the number of students at third and fourth-level pursuing academic or technical goals with a view to maximising the ability of Irish graduates in their respective fields; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27414/21]

Written Answers — Department of Housing, Planning, and Local Government: Wildlife Protection (20 May 2021)

Bernard Durkan: 230. To ask the Minister for Housing, Planning, and Local Government the total number and description if available of all animals and or birds deemed extinct or in danger thereof as identified by trends over the past thirty years; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27390/21]

Written Answers — Department of Housing, Planning, and Local Government: Wildlife Protection (20 May 2021)

Bernard Durkan: 231. To ask the Minister for Housing, Planning, and Local Government the action taken to protect animals or birds deemed in danger of extinction; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27391/21]

Written Answers — Department of Housing, Planning, and Local Government: Wildlife Protection (20 May 2021)

Bernard Durkan: 232. To ask the Minister for Housing, Planning, and Local Government the extent to which the numbers of landrail continue to be monitored throughout the country; if any revival is indicated; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27392/21]

Written Answers — Department of Housing, Planning, and Local Government: Wildlife Protection (20 May 2021)

Bernard Durkan: 233. To ask the Minister for Housing, Planning, and Local Government the extent of areas throughout the country currently regarded as habitats for native and migratory game birds; the extent to which their habitats are protected; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27395/21]

Written Answers — Department of Housing, Planning, and Local Government: Wildlife Protection (20 May 2021)

Bernard Durkan: 234. To ask the Minister for Housing, Planning, and Local Government the degree to which Irish game birds and songbirds deemed to be at risk of extinction continue to be monitored with a view to protection; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27396/21]

Written Answers — Department of Housing, Planning, and Local Government: Wildlife Protection (20 May 2021)

Bernard Durkan: 235. To ask the Minister for Housing, Planning, and Local Government the extent to which efforts are being made to protect the yellow hammer; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27399/21]

Written Answers — Department of Housing, Planning, and Local Government: Wildlife Conservation (20 May 2021)

Bernard Durkan: 248. To ask the Minister for Housing, Planning, and Local Government the full extent of the numbers of deer here including each separate breed; the most likely location or habitat; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27394/21]