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Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Projects (31 May 2022)

Christopher O'Sullivan: 155. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he will prioritise the N71 Newmills to Owenahincha realignment scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [28121/22]

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: School Transport (31 May 2022)

Christopher O'Sullivan: 435. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills if school transport can be provided to a school (details supplied) for ten children in various townlands in the vicinity; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [28122/22]

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Passport Services (1 Jun 2022)

Christopher O'Sullivan: 130. To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade if he will inquire into the UK passport of a person (details supplied) that was mislaid during a recent passport application; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [28511/22]

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Climate Action: Empowering Local Government and Local Communities to Climate Action: Discussion (24 May 2022)

Christopher O'Sullivan: I was late to the meeting, but I have listened to all of the contributions. I thank the witnesses for their presentations. I will pick up on something that Deputy Bruton touched on at the start. I will not say that there was evasion, but we need to dig deeper into this matter, namely, the fact that no EV charging points have been installed by local authorities. This is based on a...

Written Answers — Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth: Refugee Resettlement Programme (2 Jun 2022)

Christopher O'Sullivan: 32. To ask the Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth the progress that has taken place with regard to the cohort of UNHCR refugees based in Lebanon and Jordan that have been awaiting travel to Ireland for some time; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [28458/22]

Written Answers — Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth: Childcare Services (2 Jun 2022)

Christopher O'Sullivan: 33. To ask the Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth his Department’s strategy to make childcare more affordable and sustainable; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [28457/22]

Written Answers — Department of Communications, Climate Action and Environment: Renewable Energy Generation (2 Jun 2022)

Christopher O'Sullivan: 107. To ask the Minister for Communications, Climate Action and Environment the progress that his Department has made in developing a renewable heat obligation scheme. [28452/22]

Joint Committee on Tourism, Culture, Arts, Sport And Media: Working Conditions and Skills Shortages in Ireland’s Tourism and Hospitality Sector: Discussion (25 May 2022)

Christopher O'Sullivan: I will get straight into it. My first question is for the representatives of both the LVA and VFI. It was not addressed in the presentations, but to what extent is a lack of accommodation a barrier to attracting staff? I have heard stories of pubs, restaurants and hotels that have identified skilled staff who want to come to an area and work there but accommodation is simply not available...

Joint Committee on Tourism, Culture, Arts, Sport And Media: Working Conditions and Skills Shortages in Ireland’s Tourism and Hospitality Sector: Discussion (25 May 2022)

Christopher O'Sullivan: Have members put forward potential solutions to that problem?

Joint Committee on Tourism, Culture, Arts, Sport And Media: Working Conditions and Skills Shortages in Ireland’s Tourism and Hospitality Sector: Discussion (25 May 2022)

Christopher O'Sullivan: I have two and a half minutes left so I will lump my questions in together. The witnesses might note them and answer where possible. This one is mainly for the VFI. During the week, many regional towns with students attending college seem to have an issue. The weekend is not as problematic because students are looking for work. Is that an issue and how can it be solved? This question...

Joint Committee on Tourism, Culture, Arts, Sport And Media: Working Conditions and Skills Shortages in Ireland’s Tourism and Hospitality Sector: Discussion (25 May 2022)

Christopher O'Sullivan: Will the witnesses comment on the proposed sale of alcohol Bill?

Joint Committee on Tourism, Culture, Arts, Sport And Media: Working Conditions and Skills Shortages in Ireland’s Tourism and Hospitality Sector: Discussion (25 May 2022)

Christopher O'Sullivan: It is a fantastic opportunity to have both Mr. Ó Lionáin and Mr. O’Shea with us. Before I ask about the specifics of skills and staffing, I will ask another question related to the Department. From seeing a great deal of coverage recently, the witnesses will be aware of the fears expressed that Ireland is starting to price itself out of attracting tourists to the country or...

Joint Committee on Tourism, Culture, Arts, Sport And Media: Working Conditions and Skills Shortages in Ireland’s Tourism and Hospitality Sector: Discussion (25 May 2022)

Christopher O'Sullivan: There has been much acknowledgement from the hospitality sector that the supports have been incredible during the pandemic. The Minister fought hard for that 9% VAT rate, which we all welcome as a fantastic boost. We have taken steps to help the hospitality sector bounce back. Is there anything we can do, besides sending messages and making requests, to nip this in the bud and to ensure...

Joint Committee on Tourism, Culture, Arts, Sport And Media: Working Conditions and Skills Shortages in Ireland’s Tourism and Hospitality Sector: Discussion (25 May 2022)

Christopher O'Sullivan: In the previous session we discussed the challenges faced by employers in the hospitality sector when they identify staff, be they chefs or bartenders, but they cannot accommodate them. The candidates may be coming from outside the EU, from Europe or even from some other part of Ireland but accommodation is a real issue. I know the Department is aware of this but is there anything it can do...

Joint Committee on Tourism, Culture, Arts, Sport And Media: Working Conditions and Skills Shortages in Ireland’s Tourism and Hospitality Sector: Discussion (25 May 2022)

Christopher O'Sullivan: The discussion has centred around the challenge of recruitment and I can give examples of people from hotels and restaurants who have been in touch with me about this. They had placed advertisements for positions in newspapers in July and it was November by the time they got a response with respect to filling those positions. Those are good reputable hotels which are good places in which to...

Joint Committee on Tourism, Culture, Arts, Sport And Media: Working Conditions and Skills Shortages in Ireland’s Tourism and Hospitality Sector: Discussion (25 May 2022)

Christopher O'Sullivan: Thank you.

Ceisteanna ar Pholasaí nó ar Reachtaíocht – Questions on Policy or Legislation (15 Jun 2022)

Christopher O'Sullivan: I wish to raise another cost-of-fuel issue, specifically as it pertains to the fishing sector. I raise the plight of the small inshore boats, specifically those punts that fish for crab and lobster. Those punts are generally run by outboard engines. Those engines are available only in petrol form, so the fishers cannot avail of the VAT back that the fishers on the bigger boats that are run...

Annual Transition Statement: Statements (15 Jun 2022)

Christopher O'Sullivan: Having observed and listened to the debate, it is becoming very clear why meeting our targets is at risk. On the one hand, there is a group of people in this House and the Seanad which is saying that we should take our foot off the pedal and not do too much too fast, start drilling for oil and gas and do everything that has led us to the situation in which we are in. On the other hand,...

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: School Equipment (14 Jun 2022)

Christopher O'Sullivan: 1058. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills her Department's position on parents acquiring digital learning devices and specifically if they have the autonomy to purchase IT equipment despite the school (details supplied) having a recommended supplier; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [30836/22]