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Joint Committee on Tourism, Culture, Arts, Sport And Media: Impact of Covid-19 on National Cultural Institutions: Discussion (29 Sep 2021)

Johnny Mythen: There was mention of key performance indicators that reflect quality of engagement rather than the quantity of visitors only. What are examples of what should be included in those indicators?

Joint Committee on Tourism, Culture, Arts, Sport And Media: Impact of Covid-19 on National Cultural Institutions: Discussion (29 Sep 2021)

Johnny Mythen: There was mention of the development of key performance indicators that reflect the quality of engagement rather than the quantity of visitors only. What examples might be included in those indicators?

Garda Siochana (Functions and Operational Areas) Bill 2021: Second Stage (22 Sep 2021)

Johnny Mythen: Sinn Féin is broadly in favour of this Bill. It includes major changes in the structures of An Garda Síochána and it is complex, to say the least. Moving from districts to divisions is a significant step which will see changes among the rank and file and in respect of some duties, functions and supports in each division. However, I am from County Wexford, as is the Minister...

Sea-Fisheries (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2021: Second Stage (Resumed) (22 Sep 2021)

Johnny Mythen: I welcome the opportunity to speak on this Bill. County Wexford has a strong maritime tradition, a strong fishing community and a strong sense of justice, stemming from our proud history of resistance to colonialism and oppressive laws. It is no surprise that this Bill is not welcome in County Wexford or throughout all coastal communities on this island and despite the Government being...

Residential Tenancies (Tenants' Rights) Bill 2021: Second Stage [Private Members] (22 Sep 2021)

Johnny Mythen: I thank Deputy Bacik and her colleagues for bringing forward this Bill and for the opportunity to discuss its provisions and the scandal of the rental crisis in our country. With the Covid-19 restrictions on evictions lifted and protection measures gone, we are seeing major fallout. People come to my constituency office in County Wexford every week who are facing desolation and homelessness...

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla — Topical Issue Debate: Water Supply (22 Sep 2021)

Johnny Mythen: It is important that the Department ensures that public trust is restored, that safeguards be copper-fastened into the water treatment system, that compulsory communication systems are automatically built in to inform the EPA and HSE of problems and that the public is immediately informed of any danger. This is an important issue. Some 52 people are extremely ill and that should be taken...

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla — Topical Issue Debate: Water Supply (22 Sep 2021)

Johnny Mythen: I understand a serious investigation into this incident is under way. I ask the Minister of State to ensure the findings of the investigation are published as soon as possible and made available to the public. I ask him to ensure time is given for engagement with public representatives on the findings. The Minister of State needs to give a clear outline of what will happen from now on...

Adoption (Information) Bill 2021: Second Stage [Private Members] (16 Sep 2021)

Johnny Mythen: I commend an Teachta Connolly and an Teachta Pringle for introducing the Adoption (Information) Bill 2021. This is a very powerful piece of legislation and I thank them for their work on it. This Bill has a short Title but it would be a gigantic sea change for adoptees. The main aim of this Bill is to provide unconditional and improved access for adopted persons to their birth...

Maritime Area Planning Bill 2021: Second Stage (Resumed) (16 Sep 2021)

Johnny Mythen: I welcome the opportunity to speak on this Bill today, which is highly technical and complex and which will have major implications for future generations. This Bill will be important to get right. We must ensure that the competing demands for use of our seas are addressed in a way that preserves and protects marine biodiversity, protects the interests of coastal communities and inshore...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Ports Policy (27 Jul 2021)

Johnny Mythen: 247. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the status of the masterplan for Rosslare Port; the timeframe for publication of the report and subsequent actions; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40625/21]

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Rail Network (27 Jul 2021)

Johnny Mythen: 248. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the status on the CIÉ report on the railway between Rosslare and Waterford; the date for publication of the report; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40626/21]

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Flood Risk Management (27 Jul 2021)

Johnny Mythen: 479. To ask the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform when he will sign off on the flood relief scheme for Enniscorthy, County Wexford; the progress of this work; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40627/21]

Written Answers — Department of Housing, Planning, and Local Government: Heritage Sites (27 Jul 2021)

Johnny Mythen: 590. To ask the Minister for Housing, Planning, and Local Government if his Department has considered making the entirety of Vinegar Hill, County Wexford a protected national heritage site; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40628/21]

Written Answers — Department of Housing, Planning, and Local Government: Housing Provision (27 Jul 2021)

Johnny Mythen: 721. To ask the Minister for Housing, Planning, and Local Government the average length of time spent on the social housing list County Wexford; the plans to reduce these times; the number on the social housing list for each of the past 12 months and each month of 2021 to date; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40619/21]

Written Answers — Department of Housing, Planning, and Local Government: Housing Provision (27 Jul 2021)

Johnny Mythen: 722. To ask the Minister for Housing, Planning, and Local Government the number of affordable homes that were built in County Wexford in 2020 and to date in 2021; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40620/21]

Written Answers — Department of Housing, Planning, and Local Government: Housing Provision (27 Jul 2021)

Johnny Mythen: 723. To ask the Minister for Housing, Planning, and Local Government the number of social houses that were built in County Wexford by Wexford County Council in 2020 and to date in 2021; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40621/21]

Written Answers — Department of Housing, Planning, and Local Government: Housing Provision (27 Jul 2021)

Johnny Mythen: 724. To ask the Minister for Housing, Planning, and Local Government the number of houses that have been obtained by Wexford County Council through the enhanced leasing scheme in 2020; the cost of these leases; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40622/21]

Written Answers — Department of Housing, Planning, and Local Government: Housing Schemes (27 Jul 2021)

Johnny Mythen: 725. To ask the Minister for Housing, Planning, and Local Government the number of applicants for Rebuilding Ireland home loans in County Wexford in 2020; the number that have been successful; the number that have been refused; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40623/21]

Written Answers — Department of Housing, Planning, and Local Government: Local Authorities (27 Jul 2021)

Johnny Mythen: 726. To ask the Minister for Housing, Planning, and Local Government the funding allocated for housing adaptation grants to Wexford County Council for 2020; the amount of funding drawn down; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40624/21]

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: National Educational Psychological Service (27 Jul 2021)

Johnny Mythen: 1042. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills the number of children in County Wexford that are awaiting an appointment with a NEPS psychologist; the number that are waiting less than six, six to 12 and more than 12 months, respectively, in tabular form; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [40617/21]