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Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Passport Services (30 May 2023)

Micheál Martin: I propose to take Questions Nos. 124 and 125 together. With regard to the specific applications about which the Deputy has inquired, the Passport Service has issued passports to the applicants.

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Departmental Expenditure (30 May 2023)

Micheál Martin: My Department commissions external contractors, consultancy services and outsourcing services where highly specialised skills are not available internally and in particular, where ongoing independent evaluation of programmes and projects is necessary. External expertise has informed, and continues to inform, my Department's strategies and policies and the effective delivery of our services to...

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Consular Services (30 May 2023)

Micheál Martin: I engage regularly with officials in my department with responsibility for bilateral relations including relations with Australia. I am also briefed on developments in Australia when necessary and recently met with senior officials to discuss current areas of engagement. These briefings incorporate valuable information provided by our network of Embassies and Consulate Generals. This...

Written Answers — Department of Defence: Foreign Policy (30 May 2023)

Micheál Martin: The Consultative Forum has adopted the same approach to the appointment and remuneration of the Chairperson as for the Citizens’ Assemblies. The Chairperson, Louise Richardson, DBE, has been appointed with due consideration to the experience and expertise required to execute the main functions. An honorarium will be paid to the Chairperson at the same per diem rate as Chairs of...

Written Answers — Department of Defence: Defence Forces (30 May 2023)

Micheál Martin: Ireland has always been a strong supporter of the United Nations and UN Peacekeeping. Our commitment and support for the primary role of the United Nations, in the maintenance of international peace and security, is expressed in Ireland's long-standing tradition of participating in UN peacekeeping operations. This commitment is also expressed in our engagement in the EU's Common Security...

Written Answers — Department of Defence: Foreign Policy (30 May 2023)

Micheál Martin: In line with similar national processes, an independent Chairperson was selected to chair the Consultative Forum on International Security Policy. The Chair was appointed having regard to the remit of the Consultative Forum and, consequently, to the competencies, skills and experience required to conduct same. Louise Richardson DBE, the highly-respected President of the Carnegie Corporation...

Written Answers — Department of Defence: Childcare Services (30 May 2023)

Micheál Martin: My Department does not assist with, or make, financial contributions to the sourcing or provision of childcare or créche facilities for the children of staff members of any grade or position.

Written Answers — Department of Defence: Military Honours (30 May 2023)

Micheál Martin: The siege of Jadotville was a prominent event that occurred during Ireland's peacekeeping mission in the Congo in September 1961. "A" Company, 35th Infantry Battalion took responsibility for the UN post at Jadotville on 3rd September 1961. On the 9th September, a large force of Katangese Gendarmerie surrounded them and early on the morning of the 13th September "A" Company came under attack....

Written Answers — Department of Defence: Departmental Expenditure (30 May 2023)

Micheál Martin: The following table provides details of consultants and outsourced legal, HR and accountancy services engaged by the Department in 2022. Consultant/External Legal Teams/ HR Specialists/ Accountancy Firms Details Amount Paid Marman and Associates Provision of passenger boat licence fees for Civil Defence Units in Local Authorities across...

Written Answers — Department of Defence: Departmental Properties (30 May 2023)

Micheál Martin: Following confirmation from the Longford and Westmeath Education and Training Board that an employee previously using rooms in Columb Barracks had been relocated to an alternative location in Mullingar under their aegis, the Department secured the rooms in question; whilst making provision for other groups to continue to have access to same, as required.

Written Answers — Department of Defence: Defence Forces (30 May 2023)

Micheál Martin: I am advised by the military authorities that a total of 30 Defence Forces personnel have attended courses with the Royal Navy and Royal Air Force from the start of 2021 to date. A detailed breakdown is included below: Year Royal Navy Royal Air Force 2021 3 0 2022 1 0 2023 (to date) ...

Death of Former Member: Expressions of Sympathy. (25 May 2023)

Micheál Martin: Táimid bailithe anseo inniu chun ár n-ómós do, agus ár meas ar, Noel Treacy a chur in iúl. Cuirim fáilte faoi leith roimh Mary, Joan, Emer, Lisa, Rory agus a chlann go léir atá anseo. Níl aon amhras ach gur pholaiteoir den scoth a bhí ann. B'Aire Stáit agus tírghráthóir é. Bhí sé fréamhaithe i...

Ceisteanna ar Pholasaí nó ar Reachtaíocht - Questions on Policy or Legislation (25 May 2023)

Micheál Martin: I did not quite get the connection between ASD units, primary schools and the-----

Ceisteanna ar Pholasaí nó ar Reachtaíocht - Questions on Policy or Legislation (25 May 2023)

Micheál Martin: The capital funding is there. There is no difficulty in increasing capital funding.

Ceisteanna ar Pholasaí nó ar Reachtaíocht - Questions on Policy or Legislation (25 May 2023)

Micheál Martin: We can do it for childcare. If solutions come forward, we can provide the funding. I am endeavouring to say that we do not have to wait until 2025 to review the NDP. We can work to provide capital funding, either for the school setting where the playschools were or for stand-alone supports through the childcare budget.

Ceisteanna ar Pholasaí nó ar Reachtaíocht - Questions on Policy or Legislation (25 May 2023)

Micheál Martin: I have engaged with the Deputy on an ongoing basis. Our engagement has been cordial and constructive and he knows the sincerity we have applied in allocating resources to cardiac services in Waterford.

Ceisteanna ar Pholasaí nó ar Reachtaíocht - Questions on Policy or Legislation (25 May 2023)

Micheál Martin: We have provided the capital for buildings and there has been funding for staff as well. The Deputy knows that well and that is all I have to say.

Ceisteanna ar Pholasaí nó ar Reachtaíocht - Questions on Policy or Legislation (25 May 2023)

Micheál Martin: Ah, come on.

Ceisteanna ar Pholasaí nó ar Reachtaíocht - Questions on Policy or Legislation (25 May 2023)

Micheál Martin: Motions do not change anything. If we want to be serious about solving issues, we can play politics with motions or we can try to solve the issues. Staffing numbers have increased significantly in all hospitals. In the case of Naas General Hospital, there is a significant difference between the staffing levels five years ago versus today. There is a balance and resources will continue to...

Ceisteanna ar Pholasaí nó ar Reachtaíocht - Questions on Policy or Legislation (25 May 2023)

Micheál Martin: There are established industrial relations processes to resolve issues of this kind. The transfer was done with a view to protecting the entitlements of workers who would transfer from local authorities to Irish Water. I had not heard of any attempts to undermine existing rights of existing employees of local authorities.