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Ceisteanna ar Sonraíodh Uain Dóibh - Priority Questions: Defence Forces (16 May 2023)

Bernard Durkan: I thank the Tánaiste.

Ceisteanna ar Sonraíodh Uain Dóibh - Priority Questions: Defence Forces (16 May 2023)

Bernard Durkan: 5. To ask the Taoiseach and Minister for Defence the extent to which emergency action can be taken to protect Ireland’s infrastructure, on and offshore, inside and outside territorial waters; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22875/23]

Ceisteanna ar Sonraíodh Uain Dóibh - Priority Questions: Defence Forces (16 May 2023)

Bernard Durkan: 18. To ask the Taoiseach and Minister for Defence the extent to which sufficient attention has been drawn to the exercise of Russian war ships off the Irish coast, with particular reference to ensuring the protection of vital infrastructure; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22874/23]

Ceisteanna ar Sonraíodh Uain Dóibh - Priority Questions: Defence Forces (16 May 2023)

Bernard Durkan: These questions seek to ascertain the extent to which our security forces can intercept, in an emergency, if necessary, to intervene to protect vital national or international infrastructure, given the unusual interest shown by foreign powers in these areas in recent times.

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: School Admissions (16 May 2023)

Bernard Durkan: 76. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills the extent to which she hopes to have sufficient school places available at primary and second level in Kildare North, and throughout the country at large, in time for the beginning of the new school year; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [22873/23]

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: School Transport (16 May 2023)

Bernard Durkan: 77. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills the degree to which she aspires to ensure the widest possible availability of school transport in Kildare North, and throughout the country, in time for the September school year; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [22872/23]

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Consular Services (16 May 2023)

Bernard Durkan: 139. To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade if consular assistance can be given to the family of a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22496/23]

Written Answers — Department of Defence: Departmental Policies (16 May 2023)

Bernard Durkan: 210. To ask the Taoiseach and Minister for Defence the extent to which Defence and security systems in this country are sufficiently updated to meet any act or threat of aggression; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23243/23]

Written Answers — Department of Defence: State Properties (16 May 2023)

Bernard Durkan: 211. To ask the Taoiseach and Minister for Defence the extent to which previously vacated military installations are being made available for housing or refugee purposes; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23244/23]

Written Answers — Department of Defence: Defence Forces (16 May 2023)

Bernard Durkan: 212. To ask the Taoiseach and Minister for Defence the degree to which the national army is being upgraded and updated in line with the requirements of a modern army within the European Union in the event of a threat arising from any quarter; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23245/23]

Written Answers — Department of Defence: Defence Forces (16 May 2023)

Bernard Durkan: 214. To ask the Taoiseach and Minister for Defence the extent to which the Air Corps continues to be modernised and upgraded in line with requirements; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23247/23]

Written Answers — Department of Defence: Defence Forces (16 May 2023)

Bernard Durkan: 215. To ask the Taoiseach and Minister for Defence the extent to which the Naval Service continues to be modernised and upgraded in line with requirements; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23248/23]

Written Answers — Department of Defence: Defence Forces (16 May 2023)

Bernard Durkan: 217. To ask the Taoiseach and Minister for Defence the extent to which major update of military equipment is ongoing in the Army, Navy and Air Corps given the emergence of threats in these areas; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23250/23]

Written Answers — Department of Defence: Departmental Policies (16 May 2023)

Bernard Durkan: 213. To ask the Taoiseach and Minister for Defence the extent to which coastal, air and sea surveillance continues at pace, given the various threats in these areas; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23246/23]

Written Answers — Department of Defence: Departmental Policies (16 May 2023)

Bernard Durkan: 216. To ask the Taoiseach and Minister for Defence the extent, if any, to which Defence/protection facilities might be enhanced through Europe given the pivotal geographical location of this country; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23249/23]

Written Answers — Department of Defence: Defence Forces (16 May 2023)

Bernard Durkan: 218. To ask the Taoiseach and Minister for Defence the extent to which matters related to pay conditions remain outstanding for resolution in the Defence Forces; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23251/23]

Written Answers — Department of Defence: Defence Forces (16 May 2023)

Bernard Durkan: 219. To ask the Taoiseach and Minister for Defence the extent to which ongoing efforts continue to eliminate sexual harassment and bullying throughout the Defence Forces; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23252/23]

Written Answers — Department of Defence: Defence Forces (16 May 2023)

Bernard Durkan: 221. To ask the Taoiseach and Minister for Defence the extent to which incidents of sexual abuse in the Defence Forces have been fully investigated and appropriate action taken; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23254/23]

Written Answers — Department of Defence: Defence Forces (16 May 2023)

Bernard Durkan: 220. To ask the Taoiseach and Minister for Defence the current strength of each branch of the Defence Forces, including the Army Reserves; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23253/23]

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: Special Educational Needs (16 May 2023)

Bernard Durkan: 319. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills if every effort is being made to secure a placement in Kildare ASD unit for the son of a person (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [22551/23]