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Joint Oireachtas Committee on Climate Action: Supporting a Just Transition: Discussion (13 Nov 2019)

Jack Chambers: How many meetings has the Department had?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Climate Action: Supporting a Just Transition: Discussion (13 Nov 2019)

Jack Chambers: The Department referenced a lot of what existed previously with regard to regional enterprise plans and ongoing policy initiatives. Entire communities are being adversely affected, as has been mentioned. Will Mr. Hughes outline what new community supports and assistance will be made available by the Department separate to what is already ongoing? It is important to separate the...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Climate Action: Supporting a Just Transition: Discussion (13 Nov 2019)

Jack Chambers: That is fine, but I asked specifically about the fact that workers are being threatened with job losses right now. Exploring or reviewing potential opportunities is fine but what-----

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Climate Action: Supporting a Just Transition: Discussion (13 Nov 2019)

Jack Chambers: -----workers want to know is what the tangible opportunities are right now.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Climate Action: Supporting a Just Transition: Discussion (13 Nov 2019)

Jack Chambers: We heard about funding but we do not know exactly what is involved.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Climate Action: Supporting a Just Transition: Discussion (13 Nov 2019)

Jack Chambers: I thank Mr. Hughes. I want to ask the SEAI a couple of questions. How long do I have left?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Climate Action: Supporting a Just Transition: Discussion (13 Nov 2019)

Jack Chambers: I will bank them all and the witnesses can answer what they can. What specific steps has the SEAI taken to ensure the delivery of retrofits for those in social housing and at risk of energy poverty in the first instance? Could the witnesses provide a high-level breakdown of how the €13 million will be specifically allocated? What involvement has the SEAI had with the Department of...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Climate Action: Supporting a Just Transition: Discussion (13 Nov 2019)

Jack Chambers: Have any of the applications been approved?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: General Scheme of the Criminal Justice (Victims of Crime) (Amendment) Bill 2018: Discussion (13 Nov 2019)

Jack Chambers: I will be brief. I thank the witnesses for attending the committee meeting. Ms Counihan's recommendation to provide the information prior to an investigation is wise and positive. It would enhance the level of provision. In the absence of the O'Malley review, it is regrettable the Department has missed another deadline in such an important area, particularly with regard to the politics of...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: General Scheme of the Criminal Justice (Victims of Crime) (Amendment) Bill 2018: Discussion (13 Nov 2019)

Jack Chambers: The Minister's speech said little. The Department stated it does not fit with Government policy and that it will not propose changes in advance of the O'Malley review. It is good to have this conversation and we can focus on future rights, provision and support. This is my suggestion. I do not have questions for the witnesses and I thank them from their expert opinion.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: General Scheme of the Criminal Justice (Victims of Crime) (Amendment) Bill 2018: Discussion (13 Nov 2019)

Jack Chambers: I thank my colleague for his work in this area.

Written Answers — Department of An Taoiseach: Departmental Advertising Campaigns (12 Nov 2019)

Jack Chambers: 85. To ask the Taoiseach the role his Department is playing in the winter ready campaign; the expenditure his Department will incur in this campaign; and the details of expenditure on external consultancy and advertising or communication. [46636/19]

Written Answers — Department of Defence: Departmental Advertising Campaigns (12 Nov 2019)

Jack Chambers: 91. To ask the Taoiseach and Minister for Defence the role his Department is playing in the winter ready campaign; the expenditure his Department will incur in this campaign; and the details of expenditure on external consultancy and advertising or communication. [46626/19]

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Departmental Advertising Campaigns (12 Nov 2019)

Jack Chambers: 116. To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade the role his Department is playing in the winter ready campaign; the expenditure his Department will incur in this campaign; and the details of expenditure on external consultancy and advertising or communication. [46630/19]

Written Answers — Department of Finance: Departmental Advertising Campaigns (12 Nov 2019)

Jack Chambers: 135. To ask the Minister for Finance the role his Department is playing in the winter ready campaign; the expenditure his Department will incur in this campaign; and the details of expenditure on external consultancy and advertising or communication. [46629/19]

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Public Sector Pensions Legislation (12 Nov 2019)

Jack Chambers: 143. To ask the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform if he is considering changes to the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46214/19]

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Departmental Advertising Campaigns (12 Nov 2019)

Jack Chambers: 151. To ask the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform the role his Department is playing in the winter ready campaign; the expenditure his Department will incur in this campaign; and the details of expenditure on external consultancy and advertising or communication. [46634/19]

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: School Accommodation Provision (12 Nov 2019)

Jack Chambers: 186. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills his plans to accommodate children who will have no school accommodation for six months in a school (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46377/19]

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: School Transport Expenditure (12 Nov 2019)

Jack Chambers: 187. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills the cost to date of busing children to the temporary accommodation as per the current arrangements for a school (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46378/19]

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: Departmental Advertising Campaigns (12 Nov 2019)

Jack Chambers: 213. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills the role his Department is playing in the winter ready campaign; the expenditure his Department will incur in this campaign; and the details of expenditure on external consultancy and advertising or communication. [46627/19]