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Written Answers — Department of Health: Health Services (8 Mar 2022)

Alan Dillon: 495. To ask the Minister for Health the level of funding allocated to the ophthalmology paediatric eye pathway for children requiring further assessment after childhood health screening; the efforts that are being undertaken to address the waiting lists; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12418/22]

Written Answers — Department of Rural and Community Development: Social Enterprise Sector (8 Mar 2022)

Alan Dillon: 782. To ask the Minister for Rural and Community Development the identity of the awardee of a contract to design and implement a baseline study and data collection exercise into the social enterprise sector in Ireland; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [12487/22]

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport: All-Island Strategic Rail Review: Discussion (Resumed) (8 Mar 2022)

Alan Dillon: I welcome our guests. This has been an insightful and engaging conversation and I compliment our guests on their opening remarks. I had to smile when Mr. Feeney used the phrase "We built it and they came" in respect of the Oranmore station, as demonstrated in its strong patronage and increased passenger numbers. In our case in Mayo, the headline in The Western Peopleabout the official...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport: All-Island Strategic Rail Review: Discussion (Resumed) (8 Mar 2022)

Alan Dillon: I thank Mr. Ó Raghallaigh. In relation to the Into the West campaign, Mr. Logue talked previously, and then Deputy Calleary mentioned, about the conservative estimates that were originally outlined. What changed in terms of the momentum in his campaign at that stage? Was the political will or buy-in there during Mr. Logue's initial exchanges with Ministers and Government officials?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport: All-Island Strategic Rail Review: Discussion (Resumed) (8 Mar 2022)

Alan Dillon: Is there a freight service?

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

Alan Dillon: I seek an update on the strategic development zone at Ireland West Airport Knock as the draft Mayo county development plan is nearing finalisation. I know the Tánaiste is familiar with this designation, having visited Knock Airport on many occasions. I note that the draft county development plan and the overall development of the planning scheme is expected to deliver the following...

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

Alan Dillon: 37. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the reason walk-in services at National Driver Licence Service offices across the west are no longer available; the reason a hybrid system to book an appointment is not in place for those who have limited internet connectivity or difficulties with digital illiteracy; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12123/22]

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

Alan Dillon: 83. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the details of the next round of funding under the Regional Airport Programme 2021-2025; the funding awarded to Ireland West Airport Knock annually since 2016; if additional Exchequer funding will be provided to support the aviation sector as it starts to rebound; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12122/22]

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

Alan Dillon: 164. To ask the Minister for Housing, Planning, and Local Government if he will report on the review of the Rural Housing Guidelines in recognition of the need for different types of housing, in particular to ensure persons with an affinity to their area; the guidance that will be provided as local authorities such as Mayo County Council finalise their county development plans; and if he will...

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

Alan Dillon: 208. To ask the Minister for Housing, Planning, and Local Government if he will report on plans to ensure local authorities such as Mayo County Council will increase housing delivery in particular by increasing the supply of affordable housing measures and schemes to assist purchasers to meet the costs of newly-constructed homes; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12124/22]

Written Answers — Department of Health: Mental Health Services (2 Mar 2022)

Alan Dillon: 165. To ask the Minister for Health if he will provide an update on his engagements on the whole-of-Government youth mental health pathfinder unit; the governance, legal complexities and issues that have been raised in relation to the proposal; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11401/22]

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Heritage Centres (1 Mar 2022)

Alan Dillon: 105. To ask the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform if he will provide an update on the position of the Céide Fields visitor centre incorporating a new exhibition and interpretation centre; when funding will be provided for the centre; when the new centre will be operational; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11400/22]

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Electric Vehicles (1 Mar 2022)

Alan Dillon: 198. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he intends to extend the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland electric vehicle grant beyond 2022; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10945/22]

Written Answers — Department of Finance: Credit Unions (1 Mar 2022)

Alan Dillon: 261. To ask the Minister for Finance when he expects to publish the review of the policy framework relating to the credit union sector resulting from his extensive engagement with the credit union stakeholders, including representative bodies, collaborative ventures, service providers, the Credit Union Advisory Committee and the Registry of Credit Unions; and if he will make a statement on...

Town Centre First Policy: Statements (24 Feb 2022)

Alan Dillon: I welcome the Minister of State and thank him for facilitating the debate. Towns and communities face significant challenges and opportunities that require a co-ordinated and comprehensive response, and I certainly welcome this new policy initiative. One important element of Town Centre First is that it will facilitate a response by towns of all sizes in order that their streetscapes can...

Ceisteanna ar Reachtaíocht a Gealladh - Questions on Promised Legislation (24 Feb 2022)

Alan Dillon: There is genuine concern around the changes being made to non-domestic water charges. There is strong opposition among rural communities to increases in water charges for non-domestic customers and the changes to the standing charge per water meter. On the one hand, we see the effective doubling of the volumetric charge on water, and on the other, while the standing charge is decreasing for...

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Sports Funding (24 Feb 2022)

Alan Dillon: I am conscious that in the current round, there remains work to be completed regarding the formal notifications appeals process and the subsequent review of the 2020 programme. I am conscious the Department is working towards drawdowns for successful applications. In fact, I was in contact with the Minister of State's office in respect of even the 2015 awardees. In 2018 and 2022, there...

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Sports Funding (24 Feb 2022)

Alan Dillon: 6. To ask the Minister for Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht the plans and a likely timeline for the next round of a sports and equipment capital programme; when it is likely to open to new applications; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [10456/22]

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Sports Funding (24 Feb 2022)

Alan Dillon: Many sporting clubs and organisations were not in a position to apply for the 2020 sports capital and equipment programme. We need some clarity around the timing of the next round of the sports capital and equipment programme to ensure clubs and organisations can start their preparation in good time.

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Sports Funding (24 Feb 2022)

Alan Dillon: I thank the Minister of State for his response. The sports capital and equipment programme funding to local communities is without doubt one of the best investments we can make in our communities. I commend the Minister of State on the recent announcement of the €150 million national pot. It has an enormous impact throughout the country. I acknowledge the Minister of State’s...