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Second Anniversary of War in Ukraine: Statements (20 Feb 2024)

Violet-Anne Wynne: I also want to acknowledge the presence of the Ukrainian ambassador, H.E. Larysa Gerasko, and I hope I pronounced her name correctly. Two years ago, the world was rocked and peace was destabilised. People fled for their lives and some were buried in rubble. There was so much needless suffering and pain. I take the opportunity to express my deepest sympathies to those who have lost...

An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (20 Feb 2024)

Violet-Anne Wynne: I have raised the satellite haemodialysis unit in Ennis on a continual basis. In regard to a recent parliamentary question in respect of the UL Hospitals Group, it was stated that the tender process is now complete, which is welcome, but that funding and HSE board approval is now required. The Minister might remember back in 2021 that taxi costs for transporting patients from across the...

An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (20 Feb 2024)

Violet-Anne Wynne: -----in order to give a better quality of life to the people of Clare.

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Departmental Schemes (1 Feb 2024)

Violet-Anne Wynne: 87. To ask the Minister for Finance for an update on the disabled drivers and disabled passengers scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4611/24]

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Departmental Schemes (1 Feb 2024)

Violet-Anne Wynne: I rise this morning to discuss the review into the disabled drivers and disabled passengers scheme. I would be grateful were the Minister to update the House on that body of work.

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Departmental Schemes (1 Feb 2024)

Violet-Anne Wynne: I appreciate that information and I welcome reforms in this area and the great work that the Minister of State, Deputy Rabbitte, and her team have done on reform in the disabilities sector so far. However, I tabled a parliamentary question to the Minister, Deputy Michael McGrath, on several occasions over the past year which at one point led to a three-month long back-and-forth with his...

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Departmental Schemes (1 Feb 2024)

Violet-Anne Wynne: I would agree. I have raised this scheme with the Minister and the Taoiseach many times over the past 12 months on behalf of my constituents, Joe, and his carer, William, in Kilkee. The Minister agreed with me, and I note that he still does, but also the Taoiseach agreed with me. The Taoiseach stated it was ridiculous that just because they are not blood relatives, they are not eligible...

Misuse of Drugs (Cannabis Regulation) Bill 2022: Second Stage [Private Members] (31 Jan 2024)

Violet-Anne Wynne: I commend the Bill brought forward by Deputy Gino Kenny. It is extremely timely considering the Citizens' Assembly on Drugs Use launched its report and recommendations last week. It was a positive step that the Government established the assembly. I welcome that an Oireachtas select committee will be set up to look at its recommendations. I have expressed my interest in sitting on the...

International Court of Justice and Genocide in Gaza: Motion [Private Members] (30 Jan 2024)

Violet-Anne Wynne: I commend this timely motion on this crucial issue. We are nearly four months into the genocide in Gaza - the first genocide to be live-streamed across the world. A record number of bombs have been dropped, killing over 25,000 people in Gaza in just three months, including over 10,000 children. Some 95% of the hungriest people in the world are now in Gaza, as the Israeli Government uses...

Services for those Seeking Protection in Ireland: Statements (30 Jan 2024)

Violet-Anne Wynne: It is just over a year since I first condemned in this House the Minister's proposal to convert a light industrial building in Shannon into emergency accommodation for IPAS. I gave my reasons then, and consistently since, for opposing the proposal. I liaised with the Department on behalf of Shannon Chamber to meet the Minister about this. My team followed up with 15 emails and made 22...

Services for those Seeking Protection in Ireland: Statements (30 Jan 2024)

Violet-Anne Wynne: I will conclude with this question. How can one effectively respond if one is not listening?

Children and Family Relationships (Amendment) Bill 2023: Second Stage [Private Members] (25 Jan 2024)

Violet-Anne Wynne: I commend Deputy Bacik and the Labour Party on bringing forward this fantastic legislation which seeks to close some unfortunate loopholes left by the original landmark legislation. I commend LGBT Ireland and Equality for Children on their steadfast and continued advocacy on this issue. I acknowledge their presence in the Gallery. This Bill seeks to amend the original Act in six main ways...

Tribunal of Inquiry into certain matters relating to the Complaints Processes in the Defence Forces: Motion (24 Jan 2024)

Violet-Anne Wynne: I was referring to the final version.

Tribunal of Inquiry into certain matters relating to the Complaints Processes in the Defence Forces: Motion (24 Jan 2024)

Violet-Anne Wynne: I will start with a quote that suck out from yesterday's briefing, "It is hard to get the right people to do the right thing." This process only started due to the bravery and courage of the Women of Honour, who are here today in the Visitors Gallery. I acknowledge their presence, if they are still here. Since this process started, there have been a number of actions the Department of...

Gaza and the Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of the Crime of Genocide: Motion [Private Members] (24 Jan 2024)

Violet-Anne Wynne: I commend the Social Democrats on using their time this week to table this important motion. Once again I stand in the Chamber to plead with the Government to take decisive and meaningful action to stop the genocide happening right before our eyes. To quote Blinne ní Ghrálaigh on behalf of South Africa, this is "the first genocide in history where its victims are broadcasting...

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Tribunals of Inquiry (23 Jan 2024)

Violet-Anne Wynne: Go raibh maith agat. As the Minister is aware, there was a briefing in the audiovisual room today and the information we heard was quite harrowing, not only from the Women of Honour but from the other groups as well. They mentioned respect, loyalty, selflessness, physical courage, moral courage and integrity. Those are the six values that the Defence Forces state are fundamental. They are...

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Tribunals of Inquiry (23 Jan 2024)

Violet-Anne Wynne: Yes.

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Tribunals of Inquiry (23 Jan 2024)

Violet-Anne Wynne: Right.

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Tribunals of Inquiry (23 Jan 2024)

Violet-Anne Wynne: Yes, there has been a breakdown in communication because-----

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Tribunals of Inquiry (23 Jan 2024)

Violet-Anne Wynne: Will that be-----