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Joint Oireachtas Committee on Disability Matters: National Disability Inclusion Strategy: Discussion (Resumed) (20 Apr 2021)

Michael Moynihan: I thank the witnesses for attending, giving their insight and answering the questions as best they can. I thank members for attending the briefing this morning and tuning into the meeting. It is hugely important that we continue this engagement. The frustration of members is clear. The restrictions over the past six months mean we are finding it more difficult to do our work and continue...

Prime Time Investigates Programme on Department of Health: Statements (1 Apr 2021)

Michael Moynihan: I am grateful for the opportunity to speak in this debate. I watched the programme at 11 p.m. on Thursday last when I got home Dublin. I was absolutely horrified and disgusted by what I saw. We have had many platitudes and heard talk about trying to ensure that every citizen gets the best possible start in life and the best from the State. Let us consider this arm of the State. The...

Ceisteanna ar Reachtaíocht a Gealladh - Questions on Promised Legislation (1 Apr 2021)

Michael Moynihan: In light of the fact that the Dáil is going into recess this week, is it possible to extend the time allocated for questions on promised legislation?

Ceisteanna ar Reachtaíocht a Gealladh - Questions on Promised Legislation (1 Apr 2021)

Michael Moynihan: On the issue, there are post offices in every community. In the context of the digital hubs and the remote working that is envisaged by the Government, has the post office network been factored in as a focal point around which to build digital hubs?

Caring for Carers: Motion [Private Members] (31 Mar 2021)

Michael Moynihan: I welcome the opportunity to contribute to this debate. This matter is extremely important to me. It is crucial that we send out a clear signal that the carers who provide such great care in our communities are valued and supported. I wish to address a number of issues in the short time available. The first of these is the means test for carers, a matter about which I have spoken many...

Written Answers — Department of Finance: Credit Unions (31 Mar 2021)

Michael Moynihan: 101. To ask the Minister for Finance the status of his engagement with the credit unions. [17142/21]

Written Answers — Department of Finance: Insurance Costs (31 Mar 2021)

Michael Moynihan: 106. To ask the Minister for Finance the action being taken on differential pricing in the motor and home insurance markets. [17141/21]

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (31 Mar 2021)

Michael Moynihan: 259. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if motorcycle lessons will be allowed to go ahead at present; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16378/21]

Written Answers — Department of Finance: Tax Reliefs (31 Mar 2021)

Michael Moynihan: 354. To ask the Minister for Finance the tax reliefs or concessions available to support persons working from home. [1866/21]

Written Answers — Department of Health: Medicinal Products (31 Mar 2021)

Michael Moynihan: 869. To ask the Minister for Health the status of the reimbursement process for the drug luxturna; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16353/21]

Written Answers — Department of Health: Maternity Services (31 Mar 2021)

Michael Moynihan: 939. To ask the Minister for Health the status of the implementation of the HSE Breastfeeding Action Plan 2016-2021; if plans are in place for a new breastfeeding action plan; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16645/21]

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Disability Matters: Housing Policy and the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities: Minister of State at the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage (30 Mar 2021)

Michael Moynihan: We will get straight to business because our time is limited and we would like to get everybody in. The Minister of State with responsibility for planning and local government, Deputy Peter Burke, and officials from his Department are with us. I thank him for joining us. He may call on these officials to speak briefly to clarify points. I am aware of the wide range of issues that will...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Disability Matters: Housing Policy and the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities: Minister of State at the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage (30 Mar 2021)

Michael Moynihan: Without further ado, I call Senator McGreehan who has six minutes, three minutes for questions and three minutes for answers.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Disability Matters: Housing Policy and the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities: Minister of State at the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage (30 Mar 2021)

Michael Moynihan: I thank the Senator for being timely in raising her issue. Does the Minister of State wish to respond?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Disability Matters: Housing Policy and the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities: Minister of State at the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage (30 Mar 2021)

Michael Moynihan: The next speaker is Deputy Emer Higgins.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Disability Matters: Housing Policy and the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities: Minister of State at the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage (30 Mar 2021)

Michael Moynihan: We will take the Deputy’s question all at once.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Disability Matters: Housing Policy and the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities: Minister of State at the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage (30 Mar 2021)

Michael Moynihan: Senator Higgins raised a few points and was somewhat disappointed that the witnesses did not get to all the questions she asked so could the Minister of State and his officials respond to any of the points that have been raised?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Disability Matters: Housing Policy and the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities: Minister of State at the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage (30 Mar 2021)

Michael Moynihan: Arising out of today's meeting, there have been a good few points relating to targeting people with disabilities to make sure there is a housing policy across the country. There are issues regarding the adaptation grants. In some cases, the grant might need to be increased with regard to a specialised adaptation needed for the person with a disability. There should be a bit of flexibility...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Disability Matters: Housing Policy and the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities: Minister of State at the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage (30 Mar 2021)

Michael Moynihan: Deputy Tully has indicated that she wants to come in.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Disability Matters: Housing Policy and the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities: Minister of State at the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage (30 Mar 2021)

Michael Moynihan: I thank the Minister of State and his officials for attending today. We will have further engagement with him. We have a private meeting tomorrow at 4 p.m. to discuss issues before us and the concerning revelations in the recent "RTÉ Investigates" programme.