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Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Licences (19 Jun 2025)

Michael Healy-Rae: 218. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the reason for the delay in a licence being exchanged (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33283/25]

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (19 Jun 2025)

Michael Healy-Rae: 219. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the reason there is a freeze on commercial driving tests for trucks and busses (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33284/25]

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate: Schools Refurbishment (17 Jun 2025)

Michael Healy-Rae: The Deputy has a wonderful way with the English language. I commend him on his determination and having the patience of being here until this time tonight. I am glad to be here representing the Minister for Education and Youth, Deputy McEntee. I thank the Deputy on her behalf for raising this matter as it gives me the opportunity to provide an update to the House on the current position...

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate: Schools Refurbishment (17 Jun 2025)

Michael Healy-Rae: I am sure the Deputy’s constant support for this project will be a great help to its progression. His determination in this regard on behalf of his constituents will be acknowledged by the Government and the Minister. I thank him again for the opportunity to outline the Department of Education and Youth’s position relating to this very important project. As I have outlined,...

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate: International Protection (17 Jun 2025)

Michael Healy-Rae: Once again, Deputy Gogarty's sincerity and concern are very obvious. I thank him for that. He was also very balanced. The planned facility at the site will enable the fastest and most efficient processing of asylum applications in the history of the State. Applicants who will be part of the migration pact border procedures will be fully processed in less than three months from application...

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate: European Union (17 Jun 2025)

Michael Healy-Rae: I thank the Deputy. His genuine sincerity, concern and emotion are very heartfelt and that is evident in his statements this evening. Ireland has consistently and strongly advocated for the promotion and protection of the rights of LGBT+ persons, including in our relations with Hungary. We have regularly raised our concerns about the serious rule-of-law backsliding and the targeting of...

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate: International Protection (17 Jun 2025)

Michael Healy-Rae: I thank the Deputy most sincerely for raising this matter. I wish to convey the apologies of my colleague the Minster for Justice, Deputy Jim O’Callaghan, who regrets he cannot be here for this matter due to another commitment. On behalf of the Minister, Deputy O'Callaghan, I thank Deputy Gogarty for raising this issue and for offering me the opportunity to respond. An...

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate: European Union (17 Jun 2025)

Michael Healy-Rae: I thank Deputy Ward for raising this important issue. I apologise on behalf of the Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade, Deputy Harris. Ireland is a strong supporter of the rights of LGBTQI+ persons in Hungary. Respect for human rights and the rule of law are fundamental EU values as enshrined by Article 2 of the Treaty on European Union. The Tánaiste is very...

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: School Accommodation (17 Jun 2025)

Michael Healy-Rae: This Government is fully committed to supporting children with special educational needs to fulfil their potential and the programme for Government makes a number of commitments to deliver on this objective. The National Council for Special Education, NCSE, has responsibility for co-ordinating and advising on the education provision for children with special educational needs. The NCSE...

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: School Accommodation (17 Jun 2025)

Michael Healy-Rae: The Department works closely with the NCSE on the forward planning of new special classes and additional special school places. The need for special education provision is identified with consideration to the statistical data and in regard to any area’s existing school provision and future capability. In addition, part of the process looks at how far students are travelling to access...

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Housing Policy (17 Jun 2025)

Michael Healy-Rae: I thank the Senator for bringing before the Seanad this important matter regarding pet policy in approved housing body accommodation, which I am taking on behalf of the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, Deputy James Browne. Approved housing bodies are independent, not-for-profit organisations providing affordable rented housing for people who cannot provide housing...

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Housing Policy (17 Jun 2025)

Michael Healy-Rae: I again thank the Senator. Sometimes you would not realise who you will be talking to personally about a thing like this. I am a big follower of dogs, in particular. I really like dogs and I like meeting dogs. I thank the Senator for raising this very important issue. I am replying on behalf of the Minister, Deputy James Browne, as I mentioned. It is important for the views of all...

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: Special Educational Needs (17 Jun 2025)

Michael Healy-Rae: 410. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills if she will ensure further SNA allocation is given to a school (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [32094/25]

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: School Transport (17 Jun 2025)

Michael Healy-Rae: 412. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills ; if she will review a school bus route to allow students to enrol in a school (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [32097/25]

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: Schools Refurbishment (17 Jun 2025)

Michael Healy-Rae: 435. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills the status of an application for emergency funding (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [32415/25]

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: Education Schemes (17 Jun 2025)

Michael Healy-Rae: 466. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills the reason a person (details supplied) was refused under the teacher refund scheme; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [32794/25]

Written Answers — Department of Housing, Planning, and Local Government: Planning Issues (17 Jun 2025)

Michael Healy-Rae: 491. To ask the Minister for Housing, Planning, and Local Government if a reason must be given by a person when making an objection to planning permission as was the case in the past (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31798/25]

Written Answers — Department of Employment Affairs and Social Protection: Social Welfare Benefits (17 Jun 2025)

Michael Healy-Rae: 551. To ask the Minister for Employment Affairs and Social Protection his views on a matter (details supplied) regarding job seeker’s allowance; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31879/25]

Written Answers — Department of Health: Medicinal Products (17 Jun 2025)

Michael Healy-Rae: 747. To ask the Minister for Health if the drug givinostat will be approved in Ireland (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [31827/25]

Written Answers — Department of Health: Departmental Funding (17 Jun 2025)

Michael Healy-Rae: 859. To ask the Minister for Health to examine the case for grant approval for a person (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [32391/25]