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Digital Services Bill 2023: Report and Final Stages (24 Jan 2024)

Dara Calleary: I thank Deputy O’Reilly. We had a very good discussion. She is absolutely not putting words in my mouth. I certainly would not wish to inadvertently exclude a body from being able to apply for vetted researcher status. Following our discussion on Committee Stage, I have reviewed the Bill. On foot of the review I undertook in light of our discussion, I am again satisfied that...

Digital Services Bill 2023: Referral to Select Committee (13 Dec 2023)

Dara Calleary: I move: That the Bill be referred to the Select Committee on Enterprise, Trade and Employment pursuant to Standing Order 180(2).

Digital Services Bill 2023: Second Stage (13 Dec 2023)

Dara Calleary: Gabhaim buíochas leis an gCathaoirleach Gníomhach agus le gach Teachta a bhí páirteach sa díospóireacht seo, go háirithe leis na Teachtaí a léigh an Bille agus a bhí ag caint faoi cad a bhí sa Bhille, thar aon rud eile. I re-emphasise that the purpose of the Digital Services Bill is to provide for full implementation in Ireland of the...

Ceisteanna Eile (Atógáil) - Other Questions (Resumed): Regional Development (23 Nov 2023)

Dara Calleary: Gabhaim buíochas leis an gcoiste sin as plean fiontair an iarthair. As the Deputy knows, balanced regional enterprise development continues to be a key policy for this Government, as is reaffirmed in the White Paper on enterprise. Our Department contributes to this agenda in several ways, including through the development, implementation and oversight of nine regional enterprise...

Ceisteanna Eile (Atógáil) - Other Questions (Resumed): Regional Development (23 Nov 2023)

Dara Calleary: I thank the Deputy. I do not have specific detail on the three areas to which she has referred. I will get back to her because I agree there is potential. I had an engagement with a representative of the Irish wool industry last week. He pointed out the significant potential in far-eastern markets, in particular, and I am following that through. The Minister, Deputy Coveney, launched...

Ceisteanna Eile (Atógáil) - Other Questions (Resumed): Regional Development (23 Nov 2023)

Dara Calleary: I will come back to the Deputy on the specific sectors. I know the Deputy and Deputy Ó Cuív have done a lot of work in respect of seaweed. I see considerable development in the use of seaweed in all sorts of things one would never have imagined-----

Ceisteanna Eile (Atógáil) - Other Questions (Resumed): Regional Development (23 Nov 2023)

Dara Calleary: -----including food and medicine. Companies are getting support from agencies. I will get that detail for the Deputy. There is massive potential there. I encourage the Deputy to engage with the smart regional innovation scheme around all of these issues.

Ceisteanna ar Sonraíodh Uain Dóibh - Priority Questions: Business Supports (23 Nov 2023)

Dara Calleary: Get him a coffee.

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate: Nitrates Usage (21 Nov 2023)

Dara Calleary: I absolutely agree with the Deputy regarding the vilification of farmers. It is wrong. If we are to have a proper debate on climate change, which is real and happening and will be very real for every person, then vilifying one sector will not allow that. It is wrong and I agree with the Deputy that everybody has to shoulder the burden here. The Minister, Deputy McConalogue, deals daily...

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate: Housing Provision (21 Nov 2023)

Dara Calleary: Go raibh maith ag an Teachta. Aontaím leis go gcaithfidh daoine a chur in iúl go bhfuil suim acu sna tithe nua san Aird Mhór. He will also be aware of the first home scheme which is delivered via a strategic partnership between the State and participating mortgage lenders. It is targeted at first-time or fresh start buyers and will improve access to newly built homes by...

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate: Nitrates Usage (21 Nov 2023)

Dara Calleary: I thank the Deputy for raising this very important issue, which is timely in advance of the Commissioner's visit this week. The Government recognises the importance of maintaining Ireland's nitrates derogation and is committed to seeking to maintain it into the longer term. However, to do this, we must all act together to improve water quality. Our current derogation includes a requirement...

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate: Early Childhood Care and Education (21 Nov 2023)

Dara Calleary: I agree with the Deputy that this is a key and foundational sector of our society. The Government has invested significant resources in it and it is expanding the level of investment in resources and skills. The Government seeks to properly and formally recognise the skills within that sector. We will continue to substantially increase the investment being made. I have gone through the...

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate: Housing Provision (21 Nov 2023)

Dara Calleary: Gabhaim buíochas leis an Teachta Ó Cathasaigh as an scéal seo agus as an gceacht stairiúil. Tuigim anois cérbh as na Déise ach cad as don blaa? I am happy to take this on behalf of my colleague, the Minister, Deputy O'Brien, and to update the House on this matter. I note that in line with the Affordable Housing Act 2021, responsibility for the administration...

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate: Early Childhood Care and Education (21 Nov 2023)

Dara Calleary: Táim ag tógáil na díospóireachta seo thar ceann an Aire, an Teachta Roderic O'Gorman. I thank Deputy Ellis for raising this issue. As he will know, the Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth supports and funds mainstream early learning and childcare. Its underpinning policy and philosophy is one of inclusion and meaningful participation...

Health Insurance (Amendment) Bill 2023: Second Stage (21 Nov 2023)

Dara Calleary: Gabhaim buíochas le gach Teachta as ucht a bheith páirteach sa díospóireacht ar an mBille seo. A high proportion of the population holds health insurance. The Government remains fully committed to the Sláintecare vision of a universal single-tier health and social care system. Work is consistently continuing within the Department of Health and the HSE to progress...

Mortgage Interest Rates Cap Bill 2023: First Stage (18 Oct 2023)

Dara Calleary: No.

Appointment of An Coimisinéir Teanga: Motion (18 Oct 2023)

Dara Calleary: I move: That Dáil Éireann recommends Mr. Séamas Ó Concheanainn for appointment by the President as An Coimisinéir Teanga.

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Artificial Intelligence (12 Oct 2023)

Dara Calleary: I thank the Deputy. We are working with the Department of Public Expenditure, National Development Plan Delivery and Reform and particularly with the Minister of State, Deputy Ossian Smyth, on principles and guidelines on the use of AI in the public service. It is something we are very conscious of and we want to ensure that we do it correctly. Our whole approach to AI is to ensure it is...

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Artificial Intelligence (12 Oct 2023)

Dara Calleary: On the AI Act, we are continuing the trilogue process at European level. My officials are engaging extensively in this process and it is continuing apace. The Spanish Presidency, which concludes in December, has indicated that the legislation is a priority for it. There is still much work to be done and we are continuing to lead out on that. On resources, the Minister has directed,...

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Artificial Intelligence (12 Oct 2023)

Dara Calleary: Tógfaidh mé Ceisteanna Uimh. 8 agus 12 le chéile. Chun tacaíocht a thabhairt don straitéis náisiúnta um intleacht shaorga, táim ag moladh go mbunófar comhairle um intleacht shaorga. It is proposed that the AI advisory council will provide independent expert guidance to the Government on AI policy, with a specific focus on building public trust and...