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Order of Business (21 Oct 2015)

Ciara Conway: There was a very historic occasion last night when the Marriage Bill 2015 was passed by the Seanad. The Equality (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2013 has passed all Stages in the Seanad. When will it be taken in the Dáil? Section 37 of the Employment Equality Act 1998 needs to be amended as soon as possible because it is having major implications for teachers and nurses, in particular.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Transport Support Schemes (21 Oct 2015)

Ciara Conway: 114. To ask the Minister for Health the progress made to date on the replacement schemes for the mobility allowance and motorised transport grant which was discontinued in February 2013; the options that are being considered, together with a clear timeframe as to when the matter will be decided upon, and when the replacement will be up and running; and if he will make a statement on the...

Travellers' Rights: Motion [Private Members] (3 Nov 2015)

Ciara Conway: First, I extend my sympathy to the Lynch, Gilbert and extended Connors families who experienced such an unspeakable tragedy. I also think of the first responders who attended the site. What an appalling incident it was for anybody to have to experience. It is horrific to think the lives of ten citizens ended so quickly and in such a violent way. I cannot think of a worse way to die. I...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Garda Stations (3 Nov 2015)

Ciara Conway: 550. To ask the Minister for Justice and Equality the investment in Garda Síochána stations and facilities for An Garda Síochána, by county and in each of the past five years in tabular form; the planned future investment; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [37529/15]

Written Answers — Department of Health: Hospital Services (3 Nov 2015)

Ciara Conway: 649. To ask the Minister for Health the funding allocations provided for the implementation of the winter resilience plan, by hospital; if he is satisfied that all hospitals have been granted adequate resources to deal with a surge in admissions over the winter; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37250/15]

Topical Issue Debate: HIQA Standards (4 Nov 2015)

Ciara Conway: I know that this is an issue of which the Minister is acutely aware and that over the summer she took the time to visit the facility in Waterford about which I speak. The matter I raise is the need for supportive care homes to be held by HIQA to separate standards from those for a nursing home. Those working in supportive care homes welcome the intervention of HIQA and the opportunity to...

Topical Issue Debate: HIQA Standards (4 Nov 2015)

Ciara Conway: This is very welcome news. In speaking about supportive care homes the Minister of State used the word "proportionality". That is exactly what they are looking for. They want to work in partnership with HIQA and the HSE to ensure this. It is really significant and will be of huge comfort to many older people in public nursing homes and their families. There was a cloud hanging over them...

Social Welfare Bill 2015: Second Stage (Resumed) (4 Nov 2015)

Ciara Conway: Deputy Martin Ferris, who spoke just before Deputy Nolan, is a merchant of misery. Sinn Féin Members think they have the monopoly on caring. If they really cared about the families they talk about, they need to face up to the people and decide to go into government to make life better for the people they feel they have a monopoly interest in. Who does Deputy Ferris think he is? I...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Autism Support Services (4 Nov 2015)

Ciara Conway: 178. To ask the Minister for Health the number of children currently waiting on a full diagnostic assessment in respect of autism in Waterford University Hospital; if he will provide a detailed breakdown of the waiting list times; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38566/15]

Written Answers — Department of Health: Autism Support Services (4 Nov 2015)

Ciara Conway: 179. To ask the Minister for Health the status of the composition of the autism team in University Hospital Waterford; if all the positions are covered; the number of psychologists on the team who can do a full diagnostic assessment; the length of time it will take; the progress that has been made in recruiting staff who can carry out a full diagnostic assessment; if he will provide a full...

Order of Business (11 Nov 2015)

Ciara Conway: It has been asked and answered.

Order of Business (11 Nov 2015)

Ciara Conway: A number of weeks ago, I raised the issue of the Children and Family Relationships Act which still has not been enacted. Many children are timing out, meaning they are reaching the age of 18 before they become eligible for adoption. It is heartbreaking for families. My colleagues asked about the adoption (tracing and information) Bill, and I understand the two Bills are interlinked. It is...

Order of Business (11 Nov 2015)

Ciara Conway: Only one section, relating to passports, has been commenced. The rest of the Bill has not been commenced.

Topical Issue Debate: Pension Provisions (11 Nov 2015)

Ciara Conway: I wish to highlight an issue that many people mistakenly believe has been solved. Sadly, it has not, and that is why I feel the need to raise it on the floor of the Dáil. People will be well aware of the Waterford Crystal pensions issue. The factory was the pride of Waterford and it was shut down very suddenly. Scenes from the grey days of the closure were carried on the news and are...

Topical Issue Debate: Pension Provisions (11 Nov 2015)

Ciara Conway: I welcome that in his response the Minister of State has given a commitment that payments will be made in late November or early December to the relatives or personal representatives of deceased scheme members. There are approximately 250 such cases to be dealt with. However, the Minister of State can understand what it must be like for the remaining workers who have reached pension age....

Written Answers — Department of Social Protection: Carer's Allowance Applications (12 Nov 2015)

Ciara Conway: 49. To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Social Protection when a decision regarding a carer's allowance for a person (details supplied) in County Waterford will be finalised; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [39810/15]

Equality (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2013 [Seanad]: Second Stage (18 Nov 2015)

Ciara Conway: I am delighted to be able to speak on Second Stage of what is now known as the Equality (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill. On thinking about what makes us human, it is when we talk about personal stories, that is, the things that happen outside of work and at the weekends. These are the things that fill the days of workers in staff rooms, break rooms and canteens nationwide. The thought that...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Hospital Services (18 Nov 2015)

Ciara Conway: 142. To ask the Minister for Health the procedure for debt collection of bills issued by University Hospital Waterford; the length of time before bills are passed to an outside collection agency; the firms and agencies used; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40807/15]

Written Answers — Department of Health: Hospital Services (18 Nov 2015)

Ciara Conway: 143. To ask the Minister for Health the number of debts or cases that are being passed on to outside debt collection agencies by University Hospital Waterford, in each of the past five years; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40808/15]

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Health and Children: Disability Issues Update: Minister of State at the Department of Health (19 Nov 2015)

Ciara Conway: I ask members and delegates to ensure their mobile phones are switched off as otherwise they cause serious problems for broadcasting, editorial and sound-recording staff. I welcome the Minister of State, Deputy Kathleen Lynch, and her officials, Ms Frances Spillane, Mr. Kieran Smyth and Ms Grainne Duffy. I also welcome Mr. Pat Healy, national director for social care at the Health Service...