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Ceisteanna ar Pholasaí nó ar Reachtaíocht - Questions on Policy or Legislation (4 May 2023)

Chris Andrews: It happens in other Departments.

Written Answers — Department of Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Sports Funding (3 May 2023)

Chris Andrews: 187. To ask the Minister for Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht the number of applicants for the previous two rounds of the sports capital programme who were granted funding but did not draw down the grants fully, setting out for each round of the sports capital programme the number of grants fully outstanding, the number of grants partially drawn down, the number of grants fully drawn down...

Europe Day: Statements (9 May 2023)

Chris Andrews: Today marks the anniversary of the signing of the Schuman Declaration. It was signed when much of Europe was still rubble after the devastation of the Second World War. The aim behind it aim was simple: to prevent the horrors of war from ever unfolding in Europe again. The declaration fittingly states its aim to make war between the historic rivals "not merely unthinkable, but materially...

Food Costs and High Grocery Bills: Motion [Private Members] (9 May 2023)

Chris Andrews: I thank my Sinn Féin colleagues for their work in tabling this motion. Perhaps the most visible sign of the cost-of-living crisis is the continual rise in the cost of food and groceries. Everyone in a household, from children to parents, can see prices rising. The Government's approach of sitting on its hands as food prices soar shows clearly how utterly out of touch it is with...

Ceisteanna ar Pholasaí nó ar Reachtaíocht - Questions on Policy or Legislation (10 May 2023)

Chris Andrews: The GAA is a wonderful organisation. However, it seems to be drifting to a new corporate, profit-driven model in what is an amateur sport. Recently we have seen moves to a cashless ticketing system, moves to prevent clubs from displaying charity logos on their club jerseys and now we have the subscription model of viewing games. This all feeds into a view among many that the GAA is...

Agriculture and Food Supply Chain Bill 2022: Report Stage (Resumed) and Final Stage (10 May 2023)

Chris Andrews: Could the Ceann Comhairle explain that?

Joint Committee on Tourism, Culture, Arts, Sport And Media: Development of Local Community Arts: Discussion (10 May 2023)

Chris Andrews: I thank the Cathaoirleach Gníomhach, and I thank Deputy O'Sullivan for his late arrival. I am grateful for the presentations by the witnesses. We are approaching the summer camp and arts project period of the year. My constituency is diverse; there is an affluent area and a not-so-affluent one. I see very few arts projects in the less affluent areas. Just because I do not see them...

Joint Committee on Tourism, Culture, Arts, Sport And Media: Development of Local Community Arts: Discussion (10 May 2023)

Chris Andrews: I thank the witnesses.

Illegal Israeli Settlements Divestment Bill 2023: Second Stage [Private Members] (16 May 2023)

Chris Andrews: I thank Deputy Brady and his team for introducing this Bill. I acknowledge the presence of the Palestinian ambassador in the Gallery today. There is a trend with this Government that is becoming more and more frequent, that is, switching into spectator mode. We have seen the Government standing on the sidelines watching crisis after crisis evolving and we have listened to Government...

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Sports Funding (18 May 2023)

Chris Andrews: 11. To ask the Minister for Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht to provide an update as to when the next round of the sports capital and equipment programme will open to applicants; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [23080/23]

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Sports Funding (18 May 2023)

Chris Andrews: 17. To ask the Minister for Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht when the report into the sports capital and equipment programme will be published; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [23081/23]

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Sports Funding (18 May 2023)

Chris Andrews: I thank the Minister of State for taking this question. We all acknowledge the contribution that sports capital grants have made to clubs right across the country over many years. The programme has made a difference but it needs reform. Can he provide an update as to when the next round of the sports capital programme will be open to applicants please?

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Sports Funding (18 May 2023)

Chris Andrews: I had a quick look at the review earlier on but it is quite a big, hefty document so I have not gone through it. The fact that a review was done acknowledges that there is a need for reform. Unfortunately, from scanning the document, it does not outline some key reforms. Generally, we can use the term "multi-use facilities". Many clubs engage in multiple sports but they are effectively...

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Sports Funding (18 May 2023)

Chris Andrews: I accept that the programme has been of huge benefit to many clubs. As I said, it needs to be reformed. A sports facilities strategy is needed. It is not in place. It was not mentioned in the review today. Another issue I have mentioned previously relates to clubs in disadvantaged areas. I accept that the programme gives a weighting to clubs in less affluent areas but the difficulty is...

Consultative Forum on International Security Policy: Statements (18 May 2023)

Chris Andrews: I feel very strongly about neutrality so I welcome the opportunity to speak about it here. Neutrality has served us well. There is clearly a drift away from our current neutral status. The Government appears to be pushing us away from it. I know the Tánaiste is nodding his head but that is the strong impression that people have. Internationally, we are held in high regard for our...

Consultative Forum on International Security Policy: Statements (18 May 2023)

Chris Andrews: It is not. There is a push to get away from it. There is a determination by some in government who want to end our neutrality. Ireland needs to return to the global stage as a voice for peace. We are living in a time where the European Union is losing sight of its global aims and objectives, namely, building peace and mutual respect among people, respect for human rights and the strict...

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Office of Public Works (16 May 2023)

Chris Andrews: 287. To ask the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform if he will arrange for resources to be issued to the OPW to allow them to extend the opening hours of (details supplied) to be in line with other nearby parks in the vicinity; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22602/23]

Written Answers — Department of Health: Health Services (16 May 2023)

Chris Andrews: 651. To ask the Minister for Health if a person (details supplied) who has mobility issues will be given an urgent appointment to see an occupational therapist. [22670/23]

Ceisteanna ar Pholasaí nó ar Reachtaíocht - Questions on Policy or Legislation (25 May 2023)

Chris Andrews: Flats at Glover Court are earmarked for regeneration similar to that at St. Andrew's Court and Pearse House. They have been de-tenanted to get ready for the regeneration. However, overnight, without any communication with the residents, the council has decided to relet the empty flats at Glover Court. This will undoubtedly delay the regeneration process. Once again, residents of Glover...