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Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport: Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure Strategy: Discussion (13 Jul 2022)

Kieran O'Donnell: Typically, what is the lifespan of a new EV car? When people buy a new car, typically they change it every three or five years.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport: Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure Strategy: Discussion (13 Jul 2022)

Kieran O'Donnell: Therefore, there should be a very vibrant second-hand car market.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport: Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure Strategy: Discussion (13 Jul 2022)

Kieran O'Donnell: A person who has received the €5,000, and got the other money back, can trade in his or her car. The next person gets whatever-----

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport: Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure Strategy: Discussion (13 Jul 2022)

Kieran O'Donnell: Will a person who buys a second new EV be allowed to receive a fresh set of grants?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport: Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure Strategy: Discussion (13 Jul 2022)

Kieran O'Donnell: My suggestion would encourage people to buy EVs.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport: Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure Strategy: Discussion (13 Jul 2022)

Kieran O'Donnell: We will follow up this matter. This debate is the start of a process for us. The witnesses have been very helpful. I apologise for the delay at the start of this meeting. I thank the officials from the Department of Transport, the SEAI and the ESB for assisting us in our discussion on this important matter now and into the future. The committee will be in contact with the Department...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Covid-19 Pandemic Supports (7 Jul 2022)

Kieran O'Donnell: 322. To ask the Minister for Health if a person (details supplied) is entitled to the pandemic bonus payment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36888/22]

Ceisteanna ar Pholasaí nó ar Reachtaíocht - Questions on Policy or Legislation (6 Jul 2022)

Kieran O'Donnell: The 20% reduction in public transport fares is a great initiative. However, there are unintended consequences in terms of private operators' routes. Route 307 goes to the University of Limerick and covers Castletroy College, while route 308 covers Groody Road and Ballysimon. Dublin Coach has announced that it is pulling that service effective from close of business on Friday. I very much...

Committee on Budgetary Oversight: Economic Quarterly Report - Summer 2020: Economic and Social Research Institute (6 Jul 2022)

Kieran O'Donnell: I have some quick questions, the first of which relates to the quarterly statement and inflation. What additional measures do our guests believe would work to bring down the rate of inflation? There are pressures in a number of areas, including energy, food and education, impacting children and families. There is a danger that a Government which is spending is only contributing to...

Committee on Budgetary Oversight: Economic Quarterly Report - Summer 2020: Economic and Social Research Institute (6 Jul 2022)

Kieran O'Donnell: Does Dr. Doorley mean they are among the highest in the OECD?

Committee on Budgetary Oversight: Economic Quarterly Report - Summer 2020: Economic and Social Research Institute (6 Jul 2022)

Kieran O'Donnell: Has the ESRI been able to identify the percentage of childcare that is provided formally, through the State schemes, and the percentage provided in the informal sector, through private services?

Committee on Budgetary Oversight: Economic Quarterly Report - Summer 2020: Economic and Social Research Institute (6 Jul 2022)

Kieran O'Donnell: I am surprised by that figure. What policies does the ESRI advocate for bringing down the cost of childcare?

Committee on Budgetary Oversight: Economic Quarterly Report - Summer 2020: Economic and Social Research Institute (6 Jul 2022)

Kieran O'Donnell: Apologies. I cut Dr. Doorley off midstream earlier. What policies does the ESRI advocate for bringing down the cost of childcare?

Committee on Budgetary Oversight: Economic Quarterly Report - Summer 2020: Economic and Social Research Institute (6 Jul 2022)

Kieran O'Donnell: Obviously, there is a social factor involved. It is not just about cost. There is a social tradition in Irish families of grandparents, and particularly grandmothers, looking after grandchildren. It is a feature of Irish society. Is the ESRI proposing to do further work in this area?

Committee on Budgetary Oversight: Economic Quarterly Report - Summer 2020: Economic and Social Research Institute (6 Jul 2022)

Kieran O'Donnell: The question I am really asking is whether the authors of the report factored in that from late 2007 to 2013 that there was very little housebuilding in Ireland. The younger age cohort needs to be helped to get onto the property ladder. Did the authors of the report factor that in, in terms of the findings?

Committee on Budgetary Oversight: Economic Quarterly Report - Summer 2020: Economic and Social Research Institute (6 Jul 2022)

Kieran O'Donnell: I read the summary of the report. Did the authors make any specific recommendation as to how we can increase the rate of homeownership for the younger age cohort, particularly those aged 25 to 34? It is not just that group. It is estimated that only 50% of 25- to 34-year-olds are homeowners. Among those aged 35 to 44, the homeownership rate is 58% currently, and could go up to 71%....

Committee on Budgetary Oversight: Economic Quarterly Report - Summer 2020: Economic and Social Research Institute (6 Jul 2022)

Kieran O'Donnell: Does Dr. O'Toole have a particular view as to what the rate of homeownership should be in an economy and country like Ireland, in terms of striking the proper structural balance for society and generally? I see a great risk in people remaining in the rental sector. There are many older people who are renting. Indeed, many of the people who contact me are elderly renters. They are under...