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Joint Oireachtas Committee on Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation: European Works Councils and Related Irish Legislation: Discussion (22 Jun 2022)

James O'Connor: That is fascinating. I think that because of Brexit, there has been a change of circumstances in the UK. A significant number of these are based in the UK, under the legal remits that were formerly in place when it was a member of the EU. There is now an opportunity to bring those from the UK and into Ireland. As the witnesses pointed out, spreading these around the country could benefit...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation: European Works Councils and Related Irish Legislation: Discussion (22 Jun 2022)

James O'Connor: Looking at the existing legal framework in Ireland, would the witnesses say that we do not really have the strongest dispute resolution mechanisms? The former Labour Court chair, Kevin Duffy, devised a simple model that can be used within the existing WRC framework. It is based more on mediation than arbitration. Is there any legislation that we as politicians and legislators need to tease...

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Naval Service (28 Jun 2022)

James O'Connor: 75. To ask the Taoiseach and Minister for Defence the plans that are in place for the future use of the LÉ Eithne; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [34198/22]

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Naval Service (28 Jun 2022)

James O'Connor: I thank the Minister for being here. This question concerns the LÉ Eithne, which is a prominent ship in our Naval Service and which serves as our flagship. The vessel was built in the constituency represented by Deputy Stanton and me. I ask the Minister for an update on its future use. I would appreciate any details that he may be able to provide.

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Naval Service (28 Jun 2022)

James O'Connor: I thank the Minister for the update. It is welcome to hear that an examination is under way, especially regarding the future use of the LÉ Eithne, including, perhaps, for tourist purposes within the State. It is, of course, of great historical significance. It was the last of our Naval Service ships that was constructed in Cobh in Cork Harbour. It would be fabulous to see it being...

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Naval Service (28 Jun 2022)

James O'Connor: I wholeheartedly agree with the point made that if theLÉ Eithnewere to be turned into a maritime museum that it should not be up to the Defence Forces to foot the bill. The co-operation of the Defence Forces would be more than welcome, but it is great to see that Cork County Council and that councillors on that local authority have expressed interest in this regard. Approaches have...

Written Answers — Department of Defence: Naval Service (28 Jun 2022)

James O'Connor: 98. To ask the Taoiseach and Minister for Defence his plans for an accelerated programme of Naval Service vessel replacement to ensure a balanced fleet of nine; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [34199/22]

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate: Housing Provision (30 Jun 2022)

James O'Connor: I thank the Minister of State, Deputy Rabbitte, for being present in the Chamber. I ask for a progress update on the ongoing house building targets for 2022. We have seen some reports in the media during the week and there seems to be a discrepancy between details provided by the Department and what will realistically be produced. I would appreciate the Minister providing an update in that...

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate: Housing Provision (30 Jun 2022)

James O'Connor: The response is quite interesting as it does not provide a figure for 2022, which is what I asked for. That is a little frustrating and I wish to underline it. I am sure my constituents in Cork East and every Deputy's constituents want those figures and want certainty. I know the Minister of State shares that view. I thank her for the response and I appreciate it but I ask her to bring...

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: School Funding (30 Jun 2022)

James O'Connor: 60. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills the supports for increased digital supports and teaching in schools; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [34985/22]

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Closed-Circuit Television Systems (5 Jul 2022)

James O'Connor: 58. To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality the position regarding the roll-out of community CCTV systems in Garda stations; if GDPR concerns have been addressed; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [35977/22]

Written Answers — Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment: Fire Safety (5 Jul 2022)

James O'Connor: 92. To ask the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment the status of his Department’s review of Ireland’s furniture fire regulations; if he will provide an updated timeline on the consultation process; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36151/22]

Written Answers — Department of Housing, Planning, and Local Government: Housing Schemes (5 Jul 2022)

James O'Connor: 250. To ask the Minister for Housing, Planning, and Local Government the details of acceptance and refusal rates for a scheme (details supplied) for each local authority; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36149/22]

Written Answers — Department of Health: Covid-19 Pandemic (5 Jul 2022)

James O'Connor: 848. To ask the Minister for Health if he will provide an update on the provision of long-Covid clinics in Cork; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36166/22]

Written Answers — Department of Health: Medical Aids and Appliances (5 Jul 2022)

James O'Connor: 844. To ask the Minister for Health the position in relation to the reimbursement of internationalised normalised ratio test strips and machines for warfarin patients; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36150/22]

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: International Protection (7 Jul 2022)

James O'Connor: 92. To ask the Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth if he will provide an update on the total admissions to the Irish refugee protection programme since its inception; when the next group of refugees from Jordan and Lebanon are expected to travel; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36699/22]

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: International Protection (7 Jul 2022)

James O'Connor: Will the Minister provide an update on the total admissions of people under the Irish refugee protection programme since its inception? Will he give us an update as to when the next group of refugees who will arrive from Jordan and Lebanon are expected to travel? Will the Minister make a statement on the matter?

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: International Protection (7 Jul 2022)

James O'Connor: I thank the Minister for his response. It is a very uncertain time in the world, particularly in the region to which I referred. Ireland has worked with that region over a great many years. I recognise that Deputy Stanton, who is sitting behind me, worked on that portfolio in the previous Government. It is important for us to continue to support people in that region. I was recently in...

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: International Protection (7 Jul 2022)

James O'Connor: I thank the Minister for the update. Another point which needs to be made is that there was a great deal of unfortunate commentary in recent times about the arrival of Ukrainian refugees in Ireland. It is dangerous to go into that type of territory. It is important also that the Government works with communities which are hosting refugees. I am from the town of Youghal and the Minister...

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: Departmental Strategies (7 Jul 2022)

James O'Connor: 45. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills if he will outline commitments under the Second National Strategy on Education for Sustainable Development – ESD to 2030 and accompanying Implementation Plan to 2026; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36761/22]