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Public Accounts Committee: 2021 Financial Statements of Enterprise Ireland: Discussion (23 Mar 2023)

James O'Connor: We are in a world that moves incredibly fast. The pandemic showed how quickly things can be done economically. There are certain cities around the world where there has been very forward and progressive thinking on the part of administrations. Miami is one example that is really rising in the ranks. In the next 15 to 20 years, Poland will have a higher standard of living than the UK. In...

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Official Engagements (21 Mar 2023)

James O'Connor: 105. To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade if he has considered plans for an official event to mark the 60th anniversary of the visit of President John F Kennedy to Ireland; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [13208/23]

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport: Quarterly Update on Matters relating to Minister of State's Remit: Discussion (22 Mar 2023)

James O'Connor: I nominate Senator Gerry Horkan.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport: Quarterly Update on Matters relating to Minister of State's Remit: Discussion (22 Mar 2023)

James O'Connor: I congratulate the Minister of State. I believe this is his first appearance before us since his appointment. I wish him well. He was fantastic in his previous Department and I hope he brings the same level of enthusiasm and energy to the Department of Transport. I have been raising a certain matter for some time. The NCT system is appalling. As displayed at this committee, there has...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport: Quarterly Update on Matters relating to Minister of State's Remit: Discussion (22 Mar 2023)

James O'Connor: Turning away from the NCT and the operator, the RSA's remit over driver tests and permit application times is causing deep-felt frustration across the country. The waiting time for driver tests is causing a great deal of damage to 17-year-olds and 18-year-olds who need to get their first learner's permits and licences so that they can get on the road for reasons of employment. We are in the...

Written Answers — Department of Defence: Defence Forces (23 Mar 2023)

James O'Connor: 32. To ask the Taoiseach and Minister for Defence the position regarding ongoing developments to improve the quality and quantity of accommodation for service personnel in the Defence Forces; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [13209/23]

Written Answers — Department of Defence: Defence Forces (23 Mar 2023)

James O'Connor: 38. To ask the Taoiseach and Minister for Defence the position regarding the Commission on Defence report; the steps are being taken to implement its findings; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [13210/23]

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: Educational Disadvantage (23 Mar 2023)

James O'Connor: 66. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills if she will provide an update in relation to the DEIS programme; if further expansion of DEIS is being considered; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [13211/23]

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: Educational Disadvantage (23 Mar 2023)

James O'Connor: 142. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills the reason three schools in Youghal, County Cork did not qualify for DEIS status at a post-primary and primary level despite the fourth school being awarded DEIS status on an appeal to her Department; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [13212/23]

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Citizenship Applications (28 Mar 2023)

James O'Connor: 592. To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality if he will furnish an update on a person’s (details supplied) citizenship application; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15367/23]

Ceisteanna ar Pholasaí nó ar Reachtaíocht - Questions on Policy or Legislation (30 Mar 2023)

James O'Connor: I raise the future or Youghal Greyhound Stadium. The Tánaiste will recall that the viability of the stadium was raised during his recent visit to the town. There is local support for the retention of this track, which is of major importance to the community. I and others have done considerable work behind the scenes. The Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine has been working...

Irish Sheep Sector: Statements (30 Mar 2023)

James O'Connor: Before we proceed, I want to note that it is my first time in the Chair. I believe that, in the 104 years of Dáil Éireann, I am the youngest male to do so. The youngest female was my constituency colleague, former Deputy Myra Barry. I thank the Ceann Comhairle and Members for this opportunity. I now call the Minister of State for the response.

Report of the Independent Review Group on Dignity and Equality Issues in the Defence Forces: Statements (30 Mar 2023)

James O'Connor: Deputies Clarke and Funchion are sharing time.

Report of the Independent Review Group on Dignity and Equality Issues in the Defence Forces: Statements (30 Mar 2023)

James O'Connor: We now move to the People Before Profit slot, but as there is no speaker present we will move on to the Government slot.

Report of the Independent Review Group on Dignity and Equality Issues in the Defence Forces: Statements (30 Mar 2023)

James O'Connor: We now move on to the Regional Group. Deputies Tóibín and Berry sharing time.

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: Veterinary Services (30 Mar 2023)

James O'Connor: 72. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills if he will provide details for a new veterinary college; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15705/23]

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: Third Level Education (30 Mar 2023)

James O'Connor: 94. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills the position regarding Ireland's application to join the CERN programme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15706/23]

Public Accounts Committee: Appropriation Accounts 2021
Vote 42 - Rural and Community Development
Report of the Accounts of the Public Services 2021
Chapter 6: Central Government Funding of Local Authorities (30 Mar 2023)

James O'Connor: I welcome all the officials. I believe Ms Hurley has recently been appointed Secretary General. We wish her well. Generally, I have quite positive things to say about the Department. Notwithstanding that, we need to look at a couple of matters. The first area is around the Benefacts database, which was discussed by the committee previously, particularly as it relates to the Department...

Public Accounts Committee: Appropriation Accounts 2021
Vote 42 - Rural and Community Development
Report of the Accounts of the Public Services 2021
Chapter 6: Central Government Funding of Local Authorities (30 Mar 2023)

James O'Connor: What departmental resources have been spent on this to date? I originally asked what had been spent.

Public Accounts Committee: Appropriation Accounts 2021
Vote 42 - Rural and Community Development
Report of the Accounts of the Public Services 2021
Chapter 6: Central Government Funding of Local Authorities (30 Mar 2023)

James O'Connor: I imagine that will be farmed out to a private firm. A contract would be offered, similar to what happened previously. We know Benefacts cost circa €7 million, which is a very significant amount of taxpayers' money. My second question is a follow-up to whether a contract would potentially be given to a private company to undertake. Has the Department lost the data? Is the data,...