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Ceisteanna ó Cheannairí - Leaders' Questions (15 Nov 2023)

Michael Collins: ...terminal? When will this piece of critical infrastructure be put in place to ensure our national energy security? Where will the terminal be sited? As the Taoiseach knows, I have mentioned Cork in recent years in the Dail as a potential site for the floating terminal. What is the competence within our State bodies for the development of a floating storage and regasification...

Ceisteanna ó Cheannairí - Leaders' Questions (15 Nov 2023)

Michael Collins: ...to be built? I asked for a floating gas terminal and felt it was a necessity. We pleaded with the Minister, Deputy Ryan, who ignored our calls. We felt it could be positioned off the coast of Cork. Where will the terminal be sited? We need to know that today. The Taoiseach said it will be constructed in the next six months. It certainly will, but the Irish taxpayer cannot pick up...

Electoral (Amendment) Bill 2023: Second Stage (14 Nov 2023)

Michael Collins: I am delighted to get the opportunity to speak about this Bill. I think I was the only politician from County Cork, if not Munster, who made an open submission to the Electoral Commission. To be honest, I feel it was ignored, much to the detriment of many the areas in west Cork that have been put into north Cork. The last census proved that the population of west Cork has grown. If I had...

Home Care Workers and Home Support Scheme: Motion [Private Members] (8 Nov 2023)

Michael Collins: ..., the wife or partner at home is not able to pick up a carer's allowance even though she is carrying out the duties of a hospital, and saving the State a fortune. Organisations like CoAction in west Cork are unable to provide long-term residential place for their adult service users. Respite for these adults is also difficult to come by. There are so many areas of concern. I spoke to...

Written Answers — Department of Finance: Housing Policy (7 Nov 2023)

Michael Collins: 299. To ask the Minister for Finance if, considering that the average cost of a house in Ireland is currently estimated at €305,000, and recognising that prices vary significantly in cities like Cork and Dublin, he will provide a breakdown of the approximate income levels that individuals or families would need to afford a home in these high-cost areas; to provide similar insights for...

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Nitrates Usage (26 Oct 2023)

Michael Collins: 62. To ask the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine if the Government’s agreed decision on derogation will not be as severe as anticipated for west Cork farmers (details supplied). [42055/23]

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Pre-Agriculture and Fisheries Council: Discussion (25 Oct 2023)

Michael Collins: ..., Irish fishermen's quotas are being swept out. We can see this in Castletownbere. There is a flow of Spanish lorries leaving Castletownbere every day of the week, travelling through west Cork to take Irish fish out of our waters and sweep them across Europe, which is sad in its own right. Our problems began prior to Deputy McConalogue's appointment as Minister but, especially since...

Health Service Funding: Motion [Private Members] (24 Oct 2023)

Michael Collins: ...was continuously defending HIQA’s decision. She could have stepped in. The HSE has to have a procedure in place to step in and take over the running of that nursing home. It is not fewer nursing homes we want in west Cork, but more. She did not step in; she kept hiding behind HIQA. There is no worry about Deputy O’Donoghue’s area tomorrow morning. There will...

Health Service Funding: Motion [Private Members] (24 Oct 2023)

Michael Collins: Remember that. That is all that matters to the people of west Cork.

Finance (No. 2) Bill 2023: Second Stage (Resumed) (24 Oct 2023)

Michael Collins: .... They have to take the hit on everything, which is difficult. I would like to start with agriculture. The Government led us into disaster in respect of nitrates. A Senator from west Cork was hopping, jumping and shouting, but that is 12 months too late. He should have been speaking about nitrates a year ago. We should have had proper compensation in the budget because we told the...

Finance (No. 2) Bill 2023: Second Stage (Resumed) (24 Oct 2023)

Michael Collins: I understand. Last year, Cancer Connect in west Cork was promised at least €50,000. The service has delivered for the people of this country on many fronts over the past number of years and has received no funding from the Government. I was in Lisheen a number of weeks ago, which is raising tens of thousands of euro so the service can operate in a voluntary capacity. Where is the...

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate: Early Childhood Care and Education (24 Oct 2023)

Michael Collins: .... The Minister has ducked and weaved and has not given this exact breakdown. However, every effort has been made to destroy the private early childcare providers, putting them out of business in west Cork and elsewhere. The Department is demanding a validated financial return which must be submitted by an accountant from a registered practice or a registered professional body. This is...

Ceisteanna ar Pholasaí nó ar Reachtaíocht - Questions on Policy or Legislation (19 Oct 2023)

Michael Collins: Flooding in the past few days has left many parts of County Cork devastated. People's homes and businesses and roads have been destroyed. Areas such as Glandore, Rosscarbery, Clonakilty and Castletownbere have been badly hit once again. Areas such as Midleton, I was told this morning, are like a disaster zone, with a shortage of professional help from anyone, leaving locals having to do...

Trends in Mortality and Estimates of Excess Mortality: Statements (18 Oct 2023)

Michael Collins: .... We need answers on the causes and implications of these fatalities, as well as a plan to prevent them. There is a serious rise in the number of strokes and haemorrhages. In my constituency, Cork South-West, the number of people dying is astonishing. Thanks be to God, some people are recovering from illness. Unfortunately, young people have lost their lives. There is no answer to...

Driving Test Waiting Times: Motion [Private Members] (18 Oct 2023)

Michael Collins: ...families who are enduring the hardship of this situation. It is time for the Government to step up, fulfil its commitments and ensure learners receive timely and efficient driving tests, thereby removing the roadblock to their aspirations and opportunities. I know of a young man in west Cork who works for the HSE, keeping the heating and water going in public hospitals. One would think...

Funding for Persons with Disabilities: Motion [Private Members] (17 Oct 2023)

Michael Collins: ...is deemed by this Government a sector it does not have to recognise. I do not know if the Minister of State has any interest in what I am saying. I am talking on behalf of the people of west Cork. it is unfortunate the Minister of State has turned away and is talking to someone else. I appeal at every chance I can to get the Minister for Children, Disability, Equality,...

Financial Resolutions 2023 - Financial Resolution No. 4: General (Resumed) (11 Oct 2023)

Michael Collins: ...of society, both inshore fishermen and those who head out on trawlers for weeks on end to try to make a living. The budget has dropped, which means we may not see any improvements in Union Hall pier in west Cork. The promise made by the Fianna Fáil Government has not been delivered. They blame the council and the council blames them. There is a right little game of tennis going on...

Financial Resolutions 2023 - Financial Resolution No. 1: Mineral Oil Tax (10 Oct 2023)

Michael Collins: ...deserve that but of course they are cowardly. They have not faced the people. They are running because the Government has turned its back on people. It has not given back the money to the roads. The roads in west Cork are in scandalous condition. I am getting it in the neck from people whose cars are being broken every day outside the Spar shop in Skibbereen. It is as though trenches...

Financial Resolutions 2023 - Budget Statement 2024 (10 Oct 2023)

Michael Collins: ...services last Friday evening. Those organisations are in a serious pay parity crisis. They cannot get staff because their competitors in the health service are paying people more. The Irish Wheelchair Association in west Cork is providing a magical service for many people with severe difficulties in wheelchairs. It provides transport and care services and cannot meet the current level...

Criminal Law (Sexual Offences and Human Trafficking) Bill 2023: Second Stage (4 Oct 2023)

Michael Collins: ...been in existence for more than 100 years. The Courts Service has been well served by our State solicitors over the years. Malachy Boohig retired in November in 2022 as State solicitor for west Cork after 36 years. He was replaced on a temporary basis by Jerry Healy of Fermoy. He is now State solicitor for north Cork and west Kerry. In June 2023, the State solicitor for east Cork,...