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Ceisteanna ar Reachtaíocht a Gealladh - Questions on Promised Legislation (27 Jun 2019)

Mattie McGrath: Good man. I knew that would be done in good spirit. It is a sad day in Cahir town today with the regional Craft Granary for the south east closing its doors. I raised this issue with the Minister some weeks ago. The south-east arts strategy is rich in its support for arts centres but this craft centre will close its doors today. I thank the management, staff and board members for...

European Union Battle Group: Motion (27 Jun 2019)

Mattie McGrath: I wish Deputies Wallace and Clare Daly and the others elected to the European Parliament the very best. I was present for Deputy Wallace's maiden speech and also present to listen to his leaving speech. I hope they will not be gone for too long, but I wish them well and know that they will be good representatives in the European Parliament. We will miss Deputies Wallace and Clare Daly from...

European Union Battle Group: Motion (27 Jun 2019)

Mattie McGrath: Pay them properly.

European Union Battle Group: Motion (27 Jun 2019)

Mattie McGrath: They should be paid. The barracks in Clonmel was closed.

European Union Battle Group: Motion (27 Jun 2019)

Mattie McGrath: They are disgusted with the Government because it will not pay them properly. They can talk to me any time.

European Union Battle Group: Motion (27 Jun 2019)

Mattie McGrath: Use them and abuse them. That is the Minister of State's record.

European Union Battle Group: Motion (27 Jun 2019)

Mattie McGrath: What else can they say?

European Union Battle Group: Motion (27 Jun 2019)

Mattie McGrath: He will be back.

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Fines Data (27 Jun 2019)

Mattie McGrath: 83. To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality the amount paid in fines and fees by vehicle owners who had their vehicles seized under section 41 of the Road Traffic Act 1994, from 2011 to date; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27287/19]

Ceisteanna ó Cheannairí - Leaders' Questions (2 Jul 2019)

Mattie McGrath: It is the same leaders every time.

Ceisteanna ó Cheannairí - Leaders' Questions (2 Jul 2019)

Mattie McGrath: Hear, hear.

Ceisteanna ó Cheannairí - Leaders' Questions (2 Jul 2019)

Mattie McGrath: Hear, hear.

Ceisteanna ó Cheannairí - Leaders' Questions (2 Jul 2019)

Mattie McGrath: Ah Minister.

Ceisteanna ó Cheannairí - Leaders' Questions (2 Jul 2019)

Mattie McGrath: The ink is well dry.

An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (2 Jul 2019)

Mattie McGrath: The Rural Independent Group is very concerned about this matter. We should deal with the matter in the manner suggested by Deputy Howlin, namely, that the Government would issue a motion and the House would have a proper and meaningful debate, including questions and answers, because this is a very serious issue for rural and urban Ireland.

An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (2 Jul 2019)

Mattie McGrath: Post is always relevant. What is the status of the post office in Thurles? The Save Our Square committee, business people in Thurles and the community in general are very concerned about the decision to move the town's post office. Rumours have been circulating lately that the move may not go ahead. As he is in charge of this area, will the Minister indicate the present and future status...

Local Government (Rates) Bill 2018: Instruction to Committee (2 Jul 2019)

Mattie McGrath: I welcome the opportunity to speak on this motion. Rates have been a vexed issued for local authorities and local businesses for many years. We all accept that the system is essentially broken and requires urgent reform. I have been working for some time to have Tipperary County Council urgently reconsider its operational approach to the delivery of the N24 Davitt Street road improvement...

Local Government (Rates) Bill 2018: Instruction to Committee (2 Jul 2019)

Mattie McGrath: I repented long ago because we do not have the money to spend.

Local Government (Rates) Bill 2018: Instruction to Committee (2 Jul 2019)

Mattie McGrath: Farmers always paid their way. It was a folly at the time, as was the car tax. We need to have a reasonable look and adjustment. We must support the ratepayers who are paying. I seek clarity from the Minister of State on what will happen with forecourt retailers and service stations. The significant increase in their rates this year cannot be sustained.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Abortion Services Provision (2 Jul 2019)

Mattie McGrath: 478. To ask the Minister for Health the number of terminations of pregnancy carried out here in each of the years 2013 to 2018; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [28110/19]