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Committee on Scrutiny of Draft EU-related Statutory Instruments: Committee Work Programme (4 Jul 2023)

Peter Burke: Yes. It then goes to the Oireachtas subsequently.

Committee on Scrutiny of Draft EU-related Statutory Instruments: Committee Work Programme (4 Jul 2023)

Peter Burke: The committee has the power to do so. I understand that, in some instances, they do so and, in others, they do not. The power is there. This is the point I am making. It is the choice of the membership of the committee not to do so.

Committee on Scrutiny of Draft EU-related Statutory Instruments: Committee Work Programme (4 Jul 2023)

Peter Burke: I cannot absolutely give that commitment, unfortunately, because I am very careful about the political commitments I give. I know with regard to stamping by the Office of the Parliamentary Counsel that the approval process has to be agreed. For some of these instruments, there can be very tight timelines. I do not want to make a commitment that I do not have the power to stand over or...

Committee on Scrutiny of Draft EU-related Statutory Instruments: Committee Work Programme (4 Jul 2023)

Peter Burke: As I said, the provision is there for it to happen at the sectoral committees. I want to be very clear. I will not make a political commitment that I cannot stand over and that I do not have the authority to stand over. Much of this is beyond my control, unfortunately. I will work to assist the committee in any way I can in the adjudication and doing a deep dive into these statutory...

Committee on Scrutiny of Draft EU-related Statutory Instruments: Committee Work Programme (4 Jul 2023)

Peter Burke: I thank the Senator for her positive comments on our event today, which I believe was very worthwhile. We absolutely have a lot of work to do. We have an implementation advisory group that looks at all the EU cases currently before us. We are working very hard on that transposition target. We did achieve it before, which gives me hope that we have the capacity to do so again, but it takes...

Committee on Scrutiny of Draft EU-related Statutory Instruments: Committee Work Programme (4 Jul 2023)

Peter Burke: I will reiterate what the Cathaoirleach has said and acknowledge the contribution of Senator Joe O'Reilly on the European stage, his work at the Council of Europe, which is highly recognised throughout Europe, the contacts he has made and the way he represents our country with distinction. With regard to what he and Senator Ruane have said regarding ECJ cases, we have absolutely no issue...

Written Answers — Department of Communications, Climate Action and Environment: Departmental Bodies (4 Jul 2023)

Peter Burke: 164. To ask the Minister for Communications, Climate Action and Environment if the District Heating Steering Group has reported to him regarding the sustainability of wood pellet stoves; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32787/23]

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Public Transport (4 Jul 2023)

Peter Burke: 218. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport what public transport strategies are in place to facilitate disabled wheelchair users in regional towns to allow them access essential services; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32809/23]

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Gambling Sector (4 Jul 2023)

Peter Burke: 413. To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality what plans the Government has in relation to a potential ban of advertising for gaming, lottos, competitions and so on. [32121/23]

Written Answers — Department of Health: Health Services (4 Jul 2023)

Peter Burke: 578. To ask the Minister for Health if he will consider the costs of Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) injections to be covered by the HSE (details supplied). [32160/23]

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Projects (5 Jul 2023)

Peter Burke: 70. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport for an update on a strategic project (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32964/23]

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Work Permits (5 Jul 2023)

Peter Burke: 153. To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality to provide an update on a number of applications under the atypical working scheme (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [33077/23]

Proposed approval by Dáil Éireann of Ireland's participation in four European Defence Agency Projects: Motion (6 Jul 2023)

Peter Burke: I move: That Dáil Éireann approves Ireland's participation in four European Defence Agency Projects: i) Category B Collaborative Procurement of Chemical Biological Radiological and Nuclear (CBRN) Equipment, ii) Category B Collaborative Procurement of Soldier Equipment, iii) Category B Collaborative Procurement of Ammunition, and iv) Category A Military Computer Emergency...

Proposed approval by Dáil Éireann of Ireland's participation in four European Defence Agency Projects: Motion (6 Jul 2023)

Peter Burke: I thank the Deputies for their comments and their contributions to the debate. The primary function of these projects is to develop and maintain capabilities necessary to enable our personnel to fulfil their roles as laid down by Government. I have highlighted the importance of supporting our defence forces in capability development, and it is the responsibility of the Government to ensure...

Proposed approval by Dáil Éireann of Ireland's participation in four European Defence Agency Projects: Motion (6 Jul 2023)

Peter Burke: Regarding the many binary threats that our State now faces, Deputy Carthy made several contributions in the forums that will be taken into the recommendations. It is important that we have a proper discussion on these issues and we are fulfilling our requirement here. As I said, I am a very proud supporter of our position as a neutral country, but in no way can I or any Government...

Proposed approval by Dáil Éireann of Ireland's participation in four European Defence Agency Projects: Motion (6 Jul 2023)

Peter Burke: I addressed it in my opening speech in terms of the 2009 Act.

Proposed approval by Dáil Éireann of Ireland's participation in four European Defence Agency Projects: Motion (6 Jul 2023)

Peter Burke: I did.

Proposed approval by Dáil Éireann of Ireland's participation in four European Defence Agency Projects: Motion (6 Jul 2023)

Peter Burke: It is because it is a requirement.

Proposed approval by Dáil Éireann of Ireland's participation in four European Defence Agency Projects: Motion (6 Jul 2023)

Peter Burke: The Deputy is out of order.

Proposed approval by Dáil Éireann of Ireland's participation in four European Defence Agency Projects: Motion (6 Jul 2023)

Peter Burke: It is good the Deputy has admitted it anyway.