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Written Answers — Department of Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Defective Building Materials (22 Jun 2023)

Alan Dillon: 257. To ask the Minister for Housing, Planning, and Local Government if he will provide an update on the enhanced defective concrete block redress scheme. [30323/23]

Written Answers — Department of Health: Health Service Executive (22 Jun 2023)

Alan Dillon: 303. To ask the Minister for Health when an HSE settlement discussion will be put in place for a person (details supplied) and-or a hearing date be set for same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30298/23]

Youth Justice Strategy: Statements (21 Jun 2023)

Alan Dillon: I am delighted to contribute to today's discussion on the progress and the effectiveness of our youth justice strategy, specifically focusing on the implementation and impact of the youth diversion projects that form an integral part of our comprehensive youth justice strategy. Under this strategy, the youth diversion projects have experienced a new and expanded mandate throughout the...

Ceisteanna - Questions: Official Engagements (21 Jun 2023)

Alan Dillon: I welcome the pupils and teachers from Dooagh National School, Achill Island, who left at 6 a.m. this morning to be here. I hope they enjoy their visit to Dáil Éireann. Following the Taoiseach's attendance at the EU leaders' meeting in Moldova, I would like to raise two key areas of great importance to the people of Ireland, the first being the discussion of high energy prices...

Ceisteanna - Questions: Official Engagements (21 Jun 2023)

Alan Dillon: 26. To ask the Taoiseach if he will report on his attendance at the meeting of the European Political Community in Moldova on 1 June 2023. [29569/23]

Ceisteanna - Questions: Cabinet Committees (21 Jun 2023)

Alan Dillon: It was very positive to see our economy perform so strongly in recent years, despite ongoing geopolitical tension, inflation, and other challenging issues. Yesterday's World Competitiveness Ranking placed Ireland in second place behind Denmark. That should not be overlooked or taken for granted. We have a strong track record of competitiveness and in how we compete for foreign direct...

Ceisteanna - Questions: Cabinet Committees (21 Jun 2023)

Alan Dillon: 14. To ask the Taoiseach when the Cabinet committee on economy and investment will next meet. [29568/23]

Ceisteanna ar Pholasaí nó ar Reachtaíocht - Questions on Policy or Legislation (21 Jun 2023)

Alan Dillon: 1 o’clock Castlebar Educate Together National School is urgently appealing for immediate and resolute actions to be taken by the Minister for Education to address the growing demand for equality-based education. An application is sitting in her Department. Castlebar Educate Together National School is a multi-denominational school, consisting of four teachers and one SNA, with...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Dental Services (21 Jun 2023)

Alan Dillon: 200. To ask the Minister for Health how many dentists in County Mayo are available under the dental treatment services scheme; to outline the dentists in County Mayo, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [29973/23]

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Airport Policy (20 Jun 2023)

Alan Dillon: The question relates to the implementation of this anti-drone technology. From what the Tánaiste has said, it seems that it is currently not up to date or is not in operation. While I accept that the DAA has drone detection systems, that does little in terms of protecting our air spaces or implementing take-down measures through a number of provisions. I wish to ask about progress...

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Airport Policy (20 Jun 2023)

Alan Dillon: 75. To ask the Taoiseach and Minister for Defence the extent to which his Department is involved in developing anti-drone technology; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [29571/23]

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Airport Policy (20 Jun 2023)

Alan Dillon: It is widely accepted that anti-drone technology will play a crucial role for governments to ensure the safety and security of their citizens. Drones have become increasingly accessible and can pose significant threats such as unauthorised surveillance, smuggling and even acts of terrorism. Implementing effective anti-drone measures and robust policies helps the Government protect its...

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Airport Policy (20 Jun 2023)

Alan Dillon: Anti-drone technology is a really hot topic right now. Unmanned warfare is taking centre stage, especially in the Ukraine war, where Vladimir Putin's invasion of Ukraine has raised the profile of drone warfare with some 600 unmanned aerial vehicles from both sides estimated to take flight daily. However, locally, the threat from drones is far broader. Commercial drones are typically...

Ceisteanna - Questions: Departmental Data (20 Jun 2023)

Alan Dillon: 18. To ask the Taoiseach if he will report on the well-being framework for Ireland, overseen by his Department. [29570/23]

Ceisteanna - Questions: Departmental Data (20 Jun 2023)

Alan Dillon: It was great to see the recent announcement of €2.5 million dedicated to the construction of the Daisy Lodge facility in Cong, County Mayo, for cancer services for children. It is great to see the Government utilising the shared island fund to support these cross-Border initiatives, which will undoubtedly have a positive impact on people's lives. Given the organisation's connections...

Written Answers — Department of An Taoiseach: Cabinet Committees (20 Jun 2023)

Alan Dillon: 39. To ask the Taoiseach when the Cabinet Committee on the Economy and Investment will next meet. [28358/23]

Written Answers — Department of Defence: Defence Forces (20 Jun 2023)

Alan Dillon: 105. To ask the Taoiseach and Minister for Defence if he will provide an update on Ireland’s submarine cables; if they have been put at risk in recent months by hostile states travelling through Irish waters; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [29572/23]

Written Answers — Department of Communications, Climate Action and Environment: Motor Fuels (20 Jun 2023)

Alan Dillon: 150. To ask the Minister for Communications, Climate Action and Environment to provide information on the provision of policy advice for projects related to the development of green hydrogen projects; how the Government is supporting and encouraging the advancement of green hydrogen initiatives; the specific policy measures that are being considered to foster the growth of this sector; and if...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Motor Fuels (20 Jun 2023)

Alan Dillon: 219. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he will support measures to promote the establishment of hydrotreated vegetable oil fuel as a viable alternative to diesel, given the growing interest in renewable energy sources and the need to transition to greener transportation options, similar to compressed natural gas, CNG; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [29501/23]

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Departmental Schemes (20 Jun 2023)

Alan Dillon: 220. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport to provide an update on the alternatively-fuelled heavy-duty vehicle purchase grant scheme introduced in March 2021; the current status of the scheme; how many applications have been received; how many have been approved; the cost of the scheme to date; the effectiveness of the scheme in promoting the adoption of alternatively-fuelled...