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Social Welfare Bill 2016: Second Stage (Resumed) (10 Nov 2016)

Seán Haughey: I propose to share time with Deputies Aindrias Moynihan and Fiona O'Loughlin. Under the confidence and supply arrangement agreed by the Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael parties, my party secured a commitment that available resources will be allocated on the basis of a ratio of at least 2:1 in favour of public expenditure over tax cuts. This ratio has been exceeded in budget 2017, with a 3:1...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Mental Health Services Funding (9 Nov 2016)

Seán Haughey: 155. To ask the Minister for Health the development funding announced in budget 2017 to implement the national mental health policy, A Vision For Change; the money available to the HSE in 2017 for this purpose; if he will increase this funding in order to allow for much needed improvements in mental health care; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33921/16]

Joint Oireachtas Committee on European Union Affairs: Position of Member States on Withdrawal of the UK from the EU: Discussion (8 Nov 2016)

Seán Haughey: Most of the questions have been asked at this stage but I will pick up on a few points. I thank the two ambassadors for their presentations and for enlightening us on the positions of their respective countries on the forthcoming negotiations on Brexit. The ambassador from the Netherlands in particular spoke about the close economic, social and cultural and political ties between his...

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Middle East Issues (8 Nov 2016)

Seán Haughey: 244. To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade his views on the killing and persecution of Christians in Mosul, Iraq generally and throughout the Middle East, by Islamic State; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33323/16]

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: Teacher Recruitment (2 Nov 2016)

Seán Haughey: 145. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills if he will provide full details regarding the extra teaching posts announced as part of budget 2017; the way these teaching posts will be divided between primary and post-primary schools; if qualified post-primary teachers of history and religion can apply for these posts; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32728/16]

European Council: Statements (26 Oct 2016)

Seán Haughey: I have a brief question. The Taoiseach mentioned this afternoon that there was a presentation by Prime Minister Fico on follow-up to the roadmap agreed at the Bratislava summit in September, which set out a plan for future work on the renewal of Europe. I would be interested to know more about it. The Brexit vote raised questions for the European project in every member state in terms of...

European Council: Statements (26 Oct 2016)

Seán Haughey: I welcome the debate and the fact that we are allowed to have post and pre-summit debates, as in the case of the Bratislava and Brussels summits. The reform was introduced following the rejection of the Lisbon treaty. A lot of the discussion in the House has centred on Brexit. I note that the Taoiseach informed the House that Ms Tteresa May was attending her first meeting of the...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Anti-Social Behaviour (25 Oct 2016)

Seán Haughey: 90. To ask the Minister for Justice and Equality if the gardaí in Coolock have adequate manpower and resources to deal with an ongoing problem of anti-social behaviour in the Edenmore area; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [31487/16]

Financial Resolutions 2017 - Financial Resolution No. 2: General (Resumed) (20 Oct 2016)

Seán Haughey: In May, Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael came to an agreement to enable the formation of a Fine Gael-led minority Government. As part of this arrangement, Fianna Fáil committed to facilitating the passage of three budgets, subject to progress being achieved on a number of our core policy priorities. In taking a responsible approach to government formation, Fianna Fáil, unlike many...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on European Union Affairs: State of the Union 2016: European Commissioner for Agriculture and Rural Development (20 Oct 2016)

Seán Haughey: I also welcome the Commissioner here this afternoon and thank him for his straight talking and for sharing his views on the many challenges facing the European Union at this time. The committee is very preoccupied with Brexit and the Commissioner dealt with that. Does he believe the Commission understands and appreciates the special and unique position of Ireland in respect of Brexit? The...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on European Union Affairs: State of the Union 2016: European Commissioner for Agriculture and Rural Development (20 Oct 2016)

Seán Haughey: On a point of order, there is no disrespect to the Commissioner but we must go and vote. He understands the situation.

Written Answers — Department of Health: National Treatment Purchase Fund Waiting Times (18 Oct 2016)

Seán Haughey: 99. To ask the Minister for Health his views on the September 2016 figures from the National Treatment Purchase Fund which showed that 2,936 persons are waiting more than 18 months for an outpatient appointment in Beaumont Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30655/16]

Written Answers — Department of An Taoiseach: Taoiseach's Meetings and Engagements (18 Oct 2016)

Seán Haughey: 137. To ask the Taoiseach if he will report on his recent meeting with European Commissioner, Michel Barnier; if Commissioner Barnier appreciates the special difficulties of Ireland with regard to an exit by the UK from the EU; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30875/16]

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: Student Support Schemes (11 Oct 2016)

Seán Haughey: 120. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills if he will make the Student Universal Support Ireland grant scheme, the disability access route to education scheme and the HEA student assistance fund scheme available to students of private third level colleges such as Griffith College in Dublin; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [29395/16]

Written Answers — Department of Children and Youth Affairs: Child Care Costs (11 Oct 2016)

Seán Haughey: 646. To ask the Minister for Children and Youth Affairs the measures she is taking to ensure the provision of affordable child care; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [29775/16]

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Immigration Policy (5 Oct 2016)

Seán Haughey: 163. To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade if he will raise concerns regarding the dismantling of the refugee camp in Calais with his French counterpart and at an EU level; if he will make representations concerning the safety of unaccompanied minors in this camp going forward; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [28823/16]

Written Answers — Department of Health: Hospital Waiting Lists (5 Oct 2016)

Seán Haughey: 186. To ask the Minister for Health when a person (details supplied) will have their cataract operation carried out; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [28874/16]

Written Answers — Department of Health: Hospital Waiting Lists (5 Oct 2016)

Seán Haughey: 187. To ask the Minister for Health when a person (details supplied) will have their cataract operation carried out; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [28875/16]

Joint Oireachtas Committee on European Union Affairs: Election of Vice Chairman (4 Oct 2016)

Seán Haughey: I nominate Senator Leyden. He is a former Minister of State and a long-standing Member of the Oireachtas who has served in both the Dáil and Seanad. He has huge experience in European affairs. I also think it is a good idea to have a Senator as Vice Chairman for balance. I know that Senator Leyden would be a very suitable candidate for the position.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on European Union Affairs: General Affairs Council: Minister of State at Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (4 Oct 2016)

Seán Haughey: The Senator's best days are ahead of him.