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Ceisteanna ar Reachtaíocht a Gealladh - Questions on Promised Legislation (9 Dec 2021)

Alan Kelly: We have a personnel crisis in our Defence Forces. There is a cohort of privates and corporals recruited since 1994 who can continue in service only until the end of next year, December 2022. It is estimated that 700 experienced non-commissioned officers in the post-1994 cohort will be leaving. We cannot support this. The knowledge and expertise are going. If the personnel meet the...

Ceisteanna ó Cheannairí - Leaders' Questions (9 Dec 2021)

Alan Kelly: I can sense the Tánaiste is uncomfortable with this question. The Minister was agnostic yesterday, and the Tánaiste seems now to be struggling. As the Tánaiste in this Government, the fact he cannot remember whether such an important matter was signed-off by the Government is quite amazing. It shows the priorities of the Government. Yesterday, my colleague, Senator Annie...

Ceisteanna ó Cheannairí - Leaders' Questions (9 Dec 2021)

Alan Kelly: This seems to be a political decision. The Tánaiste does not seem to be in control of the decision-making process. Will the Government ensure the legislation is reviewed and that if policy changes are required regarding the issues I raised, will it ensure they are brought forward in this Dáil so that we, as legislators, can debate and vote on them? Yes or no?

Ceisteanna ó Cheannairí - Leaders' Questions (9 Dec 2021)

Alan Kelly: It was pretty obvious from yesterday's committee meeting.

Ceisteanna ó Cheannairí - Leaders' Questions (9 Dec 2021)

Alan Kelly: Agreed.

Ceisteanna ó Cheannairí - Leaders' Questions (9 Dec 2021)

Alan Kelly: I want to ask the Tánaiste a very serious question. Does he trust the women of Ireland? Yesterday, the Minister for Health announced the terms of a review of the Health (Regulation of Termination of Pregnancy) Act 2018. When this historic legislation was debated and passed three years ago, it was the understanding of Members of this House that there would be a review of the operation...

Ceisteanna - Questions: Departmental Functions (8 Dec 2021)

Alan Kelly: That is not an answer. It is ridiculous.

Ceisteanna - Questions: Departmental Functions (8 Dec 2021)

Alan Kelly: 14. To ask the Taoiseach if he will report on the work of the social dialogue co-ordination unit of his Department. [60110/21]

Ceisteanna - Questions: Departmental Functions (8 Dec 2021)

Alan Kelly: What are the Taoiseach's future intentions for this unit? Will it be underpinned by legislation or is it just a kind of social partnership by another name? The labour employer economic forum, or LEEF, as it is called, is one of the key groups supported by this unit and it is currently examining proposals for a bonus for front-line workers. It is 18 months since this was first brought up....

Ceisteanna - Questions: Departmental Functions (8 Dec 2021)

Alan Kelly: It is unusual for all of us to echo one point, but what Deputy Boyd Barrett said earlier about those appointments is true. It is the case with all of us in here, so I urge the Taoiseach to take it seriously. I wish to raise two issues. The Garda Commissioner expressed serious concerns regarding policing reforms. He told the justice committee that the powers granted to the new Garda...

Ceisteanna - Questions: Departmental Functions (8 Dec 2021)

Alan Kelly: What about the Commissioner?

Ceisteanna - Questions: Departmental Functions (8 Dec 2021)

Alan Kelly: What are the Taoiseach's views on that?

Ceisteanna - Questions: Brexit Issues (8 Dec 2021)

Alan Kelly: News came on Monday that Ireland is to receive approximately €920 million from the EU's Brexit adjustment reserve fund, with an additional €244 million to be paid in 2025. That is very welcome but we need to ensure that EU funding goes to the traders and sectors that need it most, including those in our fishing sector, businesses dealing with Brexit challenges and, of course,...

Ceisteanna - Questions: Brexit Issues (8 Dec 2021)

Alan Kelly: 3. To ask the Taoiseach when the Cabinet committee on Brexit will next meet. [60117/21]

Ceisteanna ar Reachtaíocht a Gealladh - Questions on Promised Legislation (8 Dec 2021)

Alan Kelly: How that is kicked off is important.

Ceisteanna ar Reachtaíocht a Gealladh - Questions on Promised Legislation (8 Dec 2021)

Alan Kelly: Time is of the essence.

Ceisteanna ar Reachtaíocht a Gealladh - Questions on Promised Legislation (8 Dec 2021)

Alan Kelly: The welcome announcement of the recommendation of vaccines for five to 11-year-olds is something I am strongly in favour of. I seek clarity for the public because we need it. Will this be done through mass vaccination centres or GPs? The vaccine is recommended for those with underlying illnesses or those living with a child with complex needs or with somebody older who is...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Vaccination Programme (8 Dec 2021)

Alan Kelly: 133. To ask the Minister for Health if he will report on the work of the vaccine roll-out group; and when it last met. [60115/21]

Ceisteanna - Questions: Taoiseach's Meetings and Engagements (7 Dec 2021)

Alan Kelly: 19. To ask the Taoiseach if he will report on his recent attendance at the British-Irish Council. [60112/21]

Ceisteanna - Questions: Taoiseach's Meetings and Engagements (7 Dec 2021)

Alan Kelly: 23. To ask the Taoiseach if he will report on his most recent exchange with the UK Prime Minister. [60116/21]