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Written Answers — Department of Health: Dental Services (30 Nov 2016)

Eugene Murphy: 148. To ask the Minister for Health when a newly purchased dental x-ray machine for Merlin Park Hospital will be fully operational; if there is an issue with the staffing of two orthodontist posts; and the reason there are ongoing delays in orthodontic treatments at Merlin Park Hospital, Galway. [37913/16]

Written Answers — Department of Health: Orthodontic Services Waiting Lists (30 Nov 2016)

Eugene Murphy: 149. To ask the Minister for Health if he will examine and expedite orthodontic treatment for a person (details supplied) who has been on the waiting list for three years at Merlin Park Hospital. [37914/16]

Written Answers — Department of Health: Hospital Waiting Lists (1 Dec 2016)

Eugene Murphy: 67. To ask the Minister for Health the reason for the 350% increase in inpatient and day case waiting lists in Roscommon hospital since April 2014, significantly ahead of the national average increase of 57% [38025/16]

Order of Business (6 Dec 2016)

Eugene Murphy: I will be very brief.

Order of Business (6 Dec 2016)

Eugene Murphy: A number of weeks ago the Taoiseach and I had a conversation about the situation in An Post. On that occasion he told me the Minister of State, Deputy Ring, his constituency colleague and friend, would make a statement to the House, which he did. During our conversation, and during the presentation of the Minister of State, Deputy Ring, to the Dáil, there was no mention of increasing...

Topical Issues Debate: Home Care Packages Provision (6 Dec 2016)

Eugene Murphy: I thank the Minister of State, Deputy Helen McEntee, for coming to the House to answer my issue. In an ideal world most of us would like to think that when the time comes, we would have the means to care for ageing family members who, if given the choice, would prefer to remain in their own home rather than be placed in a hospital or nursing home. There is a crisis in the provision of...

Topical Issues Debate: Home Care Packages Provision (6 Dec 2016)

Eugene Murphy: Gabhaim mo bhuíochas leis an Aire Stáit for what was quite a detailed response. I know she speaks from the heart when she speaks on the issue. She is correct in terms of what she noted in the last 30 seconds of her time on the taking away of hours from people. I spoke of neighbours down the road whose families I know so well and whose hours are being taken away. The...

Electoral (Amendment) (No. 3) Bill 2014: Second Stage [Private Members] (6 Dec 2016)

Eugene Murphy: Deputy Ó Cuív is destined to become a Minister again.

Electoral (Amendment) (No. 3) Bill 2014: Second Stage [Private Members] (6 Dec 2016)

Eugene Murphy: The Deputy has started canvassing already.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Home Help Service (6 Dec 2016)

Eugene Murphy: 358. To ask the Minister for Health the status of extra home help hours in respect of persons (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38679/16]

Pension Equality and Fairness: Motion [Private Members] (7 Dec 2016)

Eugene Murphy: I call Deputy John Brady who has 20 minutes.

Pension Equality and Fairness: Motion (Resumed) [Private Members] (7 Dec 2016)

Eugene Murphy: It is tough going in a short space of time, but Deputies are doing well. I understand Deputy Bríd Smith is sharing time with Deputy Mick Barry, if he arrives.

Pension Equality and Fairness: Motion (Resumed) [Private Members] (7 Dec 2016)

Eugene Murphy: Deputies Joan Collins, Clare Daly and Broughan are sharing eight minutes.

Pension Equality and Fairness: Motion (Resumed) [Private Members] (7 Dec 2016)

Eugene Murphy: Before I call the next speaker, I know that there was criticism of the Minister, Deputy Leo Varadkar, for not being in the Chamber for the debate. In fairness, he asked to speak prior to 5 p.m. and has had to leave to fly to Brussels to attend a meeting. I want to be fair and straight. He has left behind a very capable Minister of State to handle issues. The Minister is not out of the...

Planning and Development (Housing) and Residential Tenancies Bill 2016 [Seanad]: Second Stage (Resumed) (7 Dec 2016)

Eugene Murphy: I know that my time is limited, but I appreciate Deputies Haughey and McGuinness giving me some time on the issue. Santa Claus is just around the corner, but sadly many children are worried about whether he will know where to come this year. That is because so many families are living in hostels and hotels. We all know that Santa will know where to come, because he is the master of...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Deportation Orders (7 Dec 2016)

Eugene Murphy: 88. To ask the Minister for Justice and Equality the status on an appeal for a revocation of a deportation order for a person (details supplied); the expected timeframe for a decision; and if she will expedite the matter. [39099/16]

Written Answers — Department of Social Protection: Social Welfare Offices (7 Dec 2016)

Eugene Murphy: 133. To ask the Minister for Social Protection the number of days per week a community welfare officer is available in Ballinasloe; the number of days per week a social welfare inspector is available in Ballinasloe; if both posts now being shared between Ballinasloe and Loughrea; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38900/16]

Written Answers — Department of Social Protection: Social Insurance (7 Dec 2016)

Eugene Murphy: 134. To ask the Minister for Social Protection the status on the commitment which was made to amend the insurance records of all contract meter readers employed in the ESB in the period 1 July 1994 to 31 August 2009 by changing the PRSI class S contributions to class A subject to earnings requirements; the reason this matter has not been fully resolved; and if he will make a statement on the...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Long-Term Illness Scheme Coverage (8 Dec 2016)

Eugene Murphy: 174. To ask the Minister for Health if he will add new low protein products to the long-term illness card as they are a vital nutritional source for sufferers of the rare metabolic disorder phenylketonuria; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39193/16]

Ceisteanna - Questions (Resumed) - Priority Questions (Resumed): Military Medals (13 Dec 2016)

Eugene Murphy: Before I call Deputy Clare Daly to introduce her question, I wish to check with the Minister if he is taking Questions Nos. 36, 40 and 44 together.