Results 61-80 of 121 for speaker:Martin Daly

Ceisteanna - Questions: Taoiseach's Meetings and Engagements (19 Mar 2025)

Martin Daly: 12. To ask the Taoiseach if he will report on his attendance at the EU leaders' informal retreat on 3 February 2025. [4451/25]

Ceisteanna - Questions: Taoiseach's Meetings and Engagements (19 Mar 2025)

Martin Daly: I do not want to repeat what Deputy Ó Cearúil has said but the meeting of 3 February is part of a series of meetings that are extremely important for Ireland with regard to planning our security and defence. It is a changed world. We have an unstable Europe and an aggressive Russia. Unfortunately, we have evidence since 3 February that perhaps the US is not going to be a...

Ceisteanna - Questions: Commemorative Events (19 Mar 2025)

Martin Daly: 24. To ask the Taoiseach if he will report on his recent attendance at the commemoration for the liberation of Auschwitz. [4450/25]

Ceisteanna - Questions: Commemorative Events (19 Mar 2025)

Martin Daly: Auschwitz is a reminder of an extreme racism that allows the categorisation of whole populations of people, who become dehumanised and are then exterminated. I have not been to Auschwitz but my family have been there and they said it is a very sombre event. We need to remember not just the Jewish 6 million who were killed but also the gypsies, the disabled and many other categories of...

International Security and International Trade: Statements (20 Mar 2025)

Martin Daly: The issue of national security has never been more pressing. International trade and security are deeply connected. Without a strong security policy, our political and economic stability are at risk. For far too long Ireland has relied on the security frameworks of our European, UK and transatlantic partners, as well as our remote geographical location. This has bred complacency, often...

Written Answers — Department of Housing, Planning, and Local Government: Housing Provision (20 Mar 2025)

Martin Daly: 20. To ask the Minister for Housing, Planning, and Local Government his plans in place for the provision of affordable housing in Roscommon and Galway; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12574/25]

Written Answers — Department of Housing, Planning, and Local Government: Vacant Properties (20 Mar 2025)

Martin Daly: 87. To ask the Minister for Housing, Planning, and Local Government if he will report on the uptake of the croí cónaithe scheme in Roscommon and Galway; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12573/25]

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: An Garda Síochána (20 Mar 2025)

Martin Daly: 154. To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality the number of Gardaí currently assigned in the Castlerea, Roscommon and Ballinasloe Garda districts; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12666/25]

Written Answers — Department of Communications, Climate Action and Environment: Departmental Schemes (19 Mar 2025)

Martin Daly: 180. To ask the Minister for Communications, Climate Action and Environment if the targeted solar PV scheme for medically vulnerable persons is currently in operation; if he will provide details on the implementation status and any recent updates on the scheme; and if, given the recent devastating impact of Storm Éowyn, the roll-out be expedited to ensure that medically vulnerable...

Written Answers — Department of Communications, Climate Action and Environment: Departmental Schemes (19 Mar 2025)

Martin Daly: 181. To ask the Minister for Communications, Climate Action and Environment the number of solar panels that were installed in 2024; and the target for 2025 with regards to the medically vulnerable scheme. [11391/25]

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Legal Services Regulation (19 Mar 2025)

Martin Daly: 1208. To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality regarding medical negligence cases, the reason the three key recommendations by a judge (details supplied) Pre-Action Protocols, Case Management of Litigated Claims, and Specialist Courts and Judges were not enacted. [11215/25]

Ceisteanna - Questions: Emergency Planning (25 Mar 2025)

Martin Daly: 6. To ask the Taoiseach the engagements he has had with the National Emergency Coordination Group in the days before, during and after Storm Éowyn. [11060/25]

Post European Council Meeting: Statements (26 Mar 2025)

Martin Daly: As we reflect on the outcomes of the recent European Council meeting, it is vital we in this House consider and respond to the key priorities raised, including Ukraine, the Middle East, security and defence, migration and the European Union's next multi-annual financial framework. Each of these issues is significant. I made a statement on security last week, emphasising Ireland's need as a...

An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (1 Apr 2025)

Martin Daly: Could the Minister of State at the Department of Health, Deputy Butler, indicate when the Mental Health Bill 2024 will proceed to Committee Stage for examination? It is critical that we get the legislation right. While strong safeguards are essential, we must also ensure timely and appropriate access to treatment for people who are seriously ill and cannot make that decision for themselves....

Ceisteanna - Questions: Emergency Planning (1 Apr 2025)

Martin Daly: 6. To ask the Taoiseach the engagements he has had with the National Emergency Co-ordination Group in the days before, during and after storm Éowyn. [11060/25]

Ceisteanna - Questions: Emergency Planning (1 Apr 2025)

Martin Daly: I am well aware that the Taoiseach visited the Roscommon-Galway constituency in the aftermath of the storm and witnessed first hand the devastation that was caused. I think he was taken aback by the level of devastation caused by Storm Éowyn. It is clear that up to 80% of the power outages were caused by forestry falls. We really have to learn the lesson about the establishment of...

Ceisteanna - Questions: National Security (1 Apr 2025)

Martin Daly: 20. To ask the Taoiseach the way he plans to increase the co-ordination role of his Department in national security; and when the new national security committee will be established. [13730/25]

Ceisteanna - Questions: National Security (1 Apr 2025)

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Ceisteanna - Questions: National Security (1 Apr 2025)

Martin Daly: I welcome the establishment of the national security council. It will give co-ordination, weight and urgency to our security requirements with increased risks because of the unstable international environment and the risk of hybrid cyberattacks and hybrid warfare. It is not as if we have not been attacked. The HSE was attacked a number of years ago, There are lots of private institutions...

Confidence in the Ceann Comhairle: Motion (1 Apr 2025)

Martin Daly: This motion is about protecting democracy and securing the institution of the office of the Ceann Comhairle. The Opposition has been attempting to undermine the authority of this House and erode trust in its institutions. Members opposite have chosen the Ceann Comhairle as the sacrificial lamb after their attempt to subvert the Government and its ability to conduct its business failed. ...