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Select Committee on Communications, Climate Action and Environment: Estimates for Public Services 2022
Vote 29 - Environment, Climate and Communications (Supplementary) (8 Mar 2022)

Brian Leddin: Apologies have been received from Deputy Alan Farrell. Today's meeting has been convened to consider the Supplementary Estimate for Vote 29. I welcome the Minister and his officials to the meeting. Before we begin, I must read out the note on privilege. Members of the committee are reminded of the long-standing parliamentary practice to the effect that they should not comment on,...

Select Committee on Communications, Climate Action and Environment: Estimates for Public Services 2022
Vote 29 - Environment, Climate and Communications (Supplementary) (8 Mar 2022)

Brian Leddin: I remind members that under Standing Orders questions should be kept to the Supplementary Estimate. If the Minister wishes to respond, he may do so.

Select Committee on Communications, Climate Action and Environment: Estimates for Public Services 2022
Vote 29 - Environment, Climate and Communications (Supplementary) (8 Mar 2022)

Brian Leddin: The Deputy got a lot of questions in there.

Select Committee on Communications, Climate Action and Environment: Estimates for Public Services 2022
Vote 29 - Environment, Climate and Communications (Supplementary) (8 Mar 2022)

Brian Leddin: We have time for another round if members would like to ask another question.

Select Committee on Communications, Climate Action and Environment: Estimates for Public Services 2022
Vote 29 - Environment, Climate and Communications (Supplementary) (8 Mar 2022)

Brian Leddin: Okay. I will take the opportunity in the few minutes that remain to ask a few questions. I apologise for perhaps straying from the Standing Orders and away from the Supplementary Estimate. The energy crisis we have, and the cost of living challenge as a result of it, are inextricably linked with transport costs. The Minister has two roles here as the Minister for energy and climate, and...

Select Committee on Communications, Climate Action and Environment: Estimates for Public Services 2022
Vote 29 - Environment, Climate and Communications (Supplementary) (8 Mar 2022)

Brian Leddin: On sustainable transport, I believe there is a parallel here from two years ago when Covid arrived. The Minister's predecessor, Shane Ross, in one of his last acts as Minister introduced emergency legislation to facilitate the roll-out of active travel infrastructure in particular. We are in a similar situation now. Does the Minister, Deputy Ryan, believe there is merit in an emergency...

Select Committee on Communications, Climate Action and Environment: Estimates for Public Services 2022
Vote 29 - Environment, Climate and Communications (Supplementary) (8 Mar 2022)

Brian Leddin: I thank the Minister and his officials for assisting the committee with our consideration of the Supplementary Estimates today.

Select Committee on Communications, Climate Action and Environment: Message to Dáil (8 Mar 2022)

Brian Leddin: In accordance with Standing Order 101, the following message will be sent to the Dáil: The Select Committee on Environment and Climate Action has completed its consideration of the following Supplementary Estimate for public services for the year ending 31 December 2010: Vote 29 - Environment, Climate and Communications. Under Standing Order 100(2), the message is deemed to be the...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Climate Action: Energy - Ambition and Challenges: Discussion (Resumed) (8 Mar 2022)

Brian Leddin: I thank Ms Bourke. I now invite Ms Hennessy to make her opening statement.

Committee Report on Key Issues Affecting the Traveller Community: Statements (3 Mar 2022)

Brian Leddin: I thank Deputy Lahart. First, I welcome the chairperson of the committee, Senator Flynn, to the House. She is an activist, a fighter for human rights and a role model not just for the Traveller community but for all society. I welcome the visitors in the Visitors Gallery. Senator Flynn spoke very eloquently. I was watching the proceedings in my office and watched and heard the round of...

Ceisteanna ar Reachtaíocht a Gealladh - Questions on Promised Legislation (3 Mar 2022)

Brian Leddin: As we can see, we have a security crisis across Europe, and an energy crisis comes with that. Last week in this House the Tánaiste set out a very positive vision for a clean energy future for Ireland and for Europe, and this is indeed an opportunity for Ireland. He said clearly that the Government wants to develop a hydrogen economy in this country. I think that will require an...

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Heritage Sites (3 Mar 2022)

Brian Leddin: I want to add to the case my Clare colleague made for Clare County Council and subvention for those sites. For Limerick City and County Council, taking on these sites is a new departure. The Minister of State and Department should support Limerick county council in every possible way as it hands over the iconic King John's Castle in the heart of Limerick city, which has vast potential....

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Rail Network (3 Mar 2022)

Brian Leddin: To add to the debate, the Limerick to Foynes rail line is a project the Minister knows well. I believe this is one of low-hanging fruit pieces of rail infrastructure. We can get that open if we wish in a matter of just a few years. There is talk of trying to get it open in time for the Ryder Cup, but I believe we can do it sooner than that. If we open that rail line in the next 24 to 36...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Cycling Facilities (3 Mar 2022)

Brian Leddin: 33. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport his plans for the development of safe and segregated cycle lanes in towns and villages outside of regional cities and larger urban centres; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12118/22]

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Electric Vehicles (3 Mar 2022)

Brian Leddin: 70. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the steps he is taking to incentivise and support the use of small and light electric vehicles, including electric bikes and electric cargo bikes, over and above heavier and more carbon intensive electric vehicles; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12113/22]

Written Answers — Department of Housing, Planning, and Local Government: Legislative Measures (3 Mar 2022)

Brian Leddin: 165. To ask the Minister for Housing, Planning, and Local Government the status of the electoral reform Bill; his plans to reintroduce a national election study; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12091/22]

Written Answers — Department of Housing, Planning, and Local Government: Planning Issues (3 Mar 2022)

Brian Leddin: 166. To ask the Minister for Housing, Planning, and Local Government his plans to ensure that city and county development plans meet the obligations of local authorities under the Climate Action and Low Carbon Development (Amendment) Act 2021; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12117/22]

Comóradh Sheachtain na Gaeilge: Ráitis (2 Mar 2022)

Brian Leddin: Cé go bhfuilim sásta an deis a ghlacadh chun labhairt inniu caithfidh mé a admháil gurbh é an spreagadh a thug an Teachta Ó Cathasaigh dom an fáth go bhfuil mé ag labhairt i nGaeilge sa díospóireacht seo. Gabhfaidh mé leithscéal as mo chumas teoranta inár dteanga oifigiúil. Ní féidir liom an milleán a chur...

Support for the Sovereignty and Territorial Integrity of Ukraine: Motion (1 Mar 2022)

Brian Leddin: Just a few weeks ago, we would have scarcely have believed that we would find ourselves in a 1930s moment and yet here we are. A dictator has moved beyond threatening his neighbour. Putin has rained total devastation and indiscriminate slaughter down on Ukraine. He has gambled with the peace and stability of Europe, of his own country and of the world. In 1936, Éamon de Valera...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Climate Action: Energy - Ambition and Challenges: Discussion (1 Mar 2022)

Brian Leddin: Unfortunately, Deputy Whitmore is unable to attend today. She sends her apologies. We are here to discuss accelerating offshore wind energy development, including: floating and fixed offshore wind energy; the east coast potential, which is very clear to us; and the potential of the west coast. We will also discuss supply chains, logistics and the development of the green hydrogen...