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Direct Provision for Asylum Seekers: Motion (Resumed) [Private Members] (1 Oct 2014)

Sandra McLellan: I wish to share time with Deputy McDonald. Direct provision is a blight on this State. The notion that the needs of people at their most vulnerable could be met by accommodating them in cramped, unsafe and crowded conditions is a disgrace. Asylum seekers are forced to live on €19.10 per week while awaiting a decision by the State on whether they are allowed to stay in Ireland....

Other Questions: Wild Atlantic Way Project (1 Oct 2014)

Sandra McLellan: While I welcome the new initiative, I still believe my constituency of East Cork is missing out on what would be a much needed boost to the local economy. My home town of Youghal is situated at the mouth of the River Blackwater where it meets the Atlantic Ocean. It is a renowned tourist town which is steeped in history. Just half an hour away are the Jameson Distillery in Midleton, Cobh,...

Other Questions: Wild Atlantic Way Project (1 Oct 2014)

Sandra McLellan: I disagree with the Minister of State. East Cork should have been included in the Wild Atlantic Way. We have a most beautiful coastline and so much to offer in terms of culture and tourism. In times of economic hardship that have affected many small rural businesses it would be a wonderful contribution to have a tourist attraction benefiting as many counties and areas as possible. There...

Other Questions: Wild Atlantic Way Project (1 Oct 2014)

Sandra McLellan: 10. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the reason the route of the Wild Atlantic Way does not follow the whole coast of the Atlantic. [36774/14]

Other Questions: Wild Atlantic Way Project (1 Oct 2014)

Sandra McLellan: I will take this opportunity to wish the new Ministers well in their new roles. The Wild Atlantic Way is a beautiful, idyllic and innovative tourist attraction. As Ireland's first long-distance touring route, it is a wonderful initiative and has great potential for expansion. Why does the Wild Atlantic Way not follow the entire Atlantic coast?

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Sporting Events (1 Oct 2014)

Sandra McLellan: 41. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport his plans to hold the Tour de France here again in view of its previous success in 1998. [36775/14]

Written Answers — Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Appointments to State Boards (1 Oct 2014)

Sandra McLellan: 215. To ask the Minister for Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht her views on the appointment of a person (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [37367/14]

Written Answers — Department of Health: Hospital Waiting Lists (30 Sep 2014)

Sandra McLellan: 372. To ask the Minister for Health if he will expedite a date for a knee operation in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Cork; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36709/14]

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Health and Children: Update on Child and Family Services: Child and Family Agency (25 Sep 2014)

Sandra McLellan: I welcome the delegation and thank it for its presentations. It has been reported that there are 160 vacant posts and that Tusla is currently operating at 70% staffing levels. This morning we heard from the Minister that currently there are 82 people on maternity leave. Why are there so many vacant posts and what is the impact of the extra workload on staff already under so much strain?...

Written Answers — Department of Children and Youth Affairs: Early Child Care Education (25 Sep 2014)

Sandra McLellan: 24. To ask the Minister for Children and Youth Affairs if his Department will ensure equal access for children with disabilities to the first year of pre-primary care in the absence of adequate supports in place. [35737/14]

Housing Provision: Motion (Resumed) [Private Members] (24 Sep 2014)

Sandra McLellan: I take this opportunity to wish the Minister of State, Deputy Paudie Coffey, well in his new role. I begin by reminding Deputy Anthony Lawlor that what he described as fairy tale economics were costed by the Department of Finance. His constituents would be far better served if he used his time to address the housing crisis rather than trying to score cheap political points. This...

Housing Provision: Motion (Resumed) [Private Members] (24 Sep 2014)

Sandra McLellan: You should be ashamed of yourself. Cop yourself on.

Sport Ireland Bill 2014: Second Stage (24 Sep 2014)

Sandra McLellan: Sinn Féin broadly welcomes the Sport Ireland Bill 2014. When two or more organisations are being amalgamated, it is important that no jobs are lost in the process. Therefore, we are happy to see the guarantee in this Bill that no jobs will be lost in this case. We cannot envision many downfalls with the merger of the Irish Sports Council and the National Sports Campus Development...

Leaders' Questions (24 Sep 2014)

Sandra McLellan: Not at all.

Leaders' Questions (24 Sep 2014)

Sandra McLellan: It is imposing water charges, not taxes.

Leaders' Questions (24 Sep 2014)

Sandra McLellan: They cannot afford to pay.

Leaders' Questions (24 Sep 2014)

Sandra McLellan: I hope the Minister has all the answers.

Leaders' Questions (23 Sep 2014)

Sandra McLellan: Sell their souls.

Leaders' Questions (23 Sep 2014)

Sandra McLellan: It is.

Leaders' Questions (23 Sep 2014)

Sandra McLellan: Successful for whom? For the homeless?