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Committee on Public Petitions: Consideration of Public Petition on Reform of Insurance for Thatched Heritage Buildings: Discussion (Resumed) (24 Nov 2022)

Seán Fleming: We have had this in the childcare sector. The fee is not significant. There is a set of guidelines to reduce fire risk in the childcare sector. What happens in the group schemes that have worked in other areas is that, through an association or group, there is an inspection of each property to ensure it has the measures in place. Such an inspection may take place once a year, and it is...

Committee on Public Petitions: Consideration of Public Petition on Reform of Insurance for Thatched Heritage Buildings: Discussion (Resumed) (24 Nov 2022)

Seán Fleming: The only commitment I can give is that when we see that report, our offices will speak directly to Insurance Ireland, which is the representative body for all the insurance companies. That is an absolute commitment. As soon as we have the report, we will speak to Insurance Ireland, which represents practically all the insurance companies operating in the State. That will be our immediate...

Committee on Public Petitions: Consideration of Public Petition on Reform of Insurance for Thatched Heritage Buildings: Discussion (Resumed) (24 Nov 2022)

Seán Fleming: We have covered all the topics. I thank the committee for the invitation to appear. This is my first time before the committee. I did not know much about it previously. I am pleased to see it in action. Deputy Higgins referred to the cross-departmental nature of the committee. That is good for the Oireachtas. Most committees are line Department committees that have one area of focus,...

Committee on Public Petitions: Consideration of Public Petition on Reform of Insurance for Thatched Heritage Buildings: Discussion (Resumed) (24 Nov 2022)

Seán Fleming: I thank the Deputy for raising the question. I will give him a straight answer. The only form of insurance where there is a legal requirement to have insurance in Ireland is motor insurance. There is no legal requirement for anyone to insure a house, business or anything else, but there is a legal requirement in respect of motor insurance. As it is a legal requirement for the industry...

Committee on Public Petitions: Consideration of Public Petition on Reform of Insurance for Thatched Heritage Buildings: Discussion (Resumed) (24 Nov 2022)

Seán Fleming: I acknowledge the role of the Thatch Property Insurance Action Group, which is very important. In regard to the insurance industry, different sectors have come to us, whether the equine centres, the play centres, the bouncy castle centres or the leisure and amenities sector, all of which had difficulties getting insurance individually. However, when they came together and put a group scheme...

Committee on Public Petitions: Consideration of Public Petition on Reform of Insurance for Thatched Heritage Buildings: Discussion (Resumed) (24 Nov 2022)

Seán Fleming: The biggest element of that is the personal accident injury guidelines, where people who have a slip, trip or fall hurt their back or neck. Up to now, awards were given under the old regime before the new Government came in and the new guidelines were set by the Judiciary, at the Government's request. The Government did not write the new reduced award levels, and neither did the industry or...

Committee on Public Petitions: Consideration of Public Petition on Reform of Insurance for Thatched Heritage Buildings: Discussion (Resumed) (24 Nov 2022)

Seán Fleming: I will make two points on that. First, the CSO produces regular information, some on a monthly and some on a quarterly basis. It will be self-evident, independently of the Government. Second, the Central Bank produces information on claims in a number of sectors in a claims database. It has been doing so once a year. We have requested that from the start of next year, it produces some of...

Written Answers — Department of Housing, Planning, and Local Government: Housing Policy (22 Nov 2022)

Seán Fleming: 270. To ask the Minister for Housing, Planning, and Local Government if the freehold title to properties arising from the guidance issued by his Department to local authorities in April 2009 on the use of unsold affordable houses still rests with the local authority notwithstanding that these social houses are leased by an approved housing body or private management company; and if the...

Ceisteanna ar Pholasaí nó ar Reachtaíocht - Questions on Policy or Legislation (9 Nov 2022)

Seán Fleming: What about Clonakilty?

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Tax Reliefs (8 Nov 2022)

Seán Fleming: Section 481 of the Taxes Consolidation Act 1997, also known as the film tax relief, is intended to act as a stimulus to the creation of an indigenous film industry in the State creating quality employment opportunities and supporting expressions of culture. I thank the Senator for his opening remarks. He has shown a depth and knowledge of the industry that very few Members have and he has...

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Tax Reliefs (8 Nov 2022)

Seán Fleming: I acknowledge what Senator Malcolm Byrne said. The fact the Department is, in the context of the Finance Bill, extending the main relief available under the scheme for all counties for another four years is an indication that it fully supports the general scheme. It is a nationwide scheme. On assisting particular regions, the Senator will be aware the Department of Tourism, Culture, Arts,...

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: Third Level Fees (8 Nov 2022)

Seán Fleming: 830. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills if a person (details supplied) will receive the benefit of the reduction in the fees payment recently announced; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [55572/22]

Written Answers — Department of Health: Legislative Measures (27 Oct 2022)

Seán Fleming: 293. To ask the Minister for Health if he has identified a timeline for updating the Dental Act 1985, as committed to in the national oral health policy in 2019; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [53995/22]

Central Bank (Individual Accountability Framework) Bill 2022: Referral to Select Committee (19 Oct 2022)

Seán Fleming: I move: That the Bill be referred to the Select Committee on Finance, Public Expenditure and Reform, and Taoiseach pursuant to Standing Orders 95 and 181.

Central Bank (Individual Accountability Framework) Bill 2022: Second Stage (Resumed) (19 Oct 2022)

Seán Fleming: I thank the Deputies for their contributions and for their constructive engagement with this legislation. It is the intention of the Minister, Deputy Donohoe, to have this Bill examined by the Select Committee on Finance, Public Expenditure and Reform, and Taoiseach in the coming weeks, where he looks forward to a more detailed consideration of the provisions of this Bill, and will engage...

Seanad: VAT Rate for Tourism and Hospitality Sectors: Statements (Resumed) (19 Oct 2022)

Seán Fleming: I thank Senators for their contributions on this important issue. I acknowledge the importance of the tourism and hospitality sectors as significant employers throughout the country. There is a great range of opportunities in the sector with part-time and full-time roles. The tourism and hospitality sectors provide many people with their first jobs. For other people the sectors provide...

Seanad: VAT Rate for Tourism and Hospitality Sectors: Statements (Resumed) (19 Oct 2022)

Seán Fleming: Income from the hospitality sector comprises 70% and accommodation 30%. It would be a significant cost. Technically, it is possible to do it. Another suggestion was made about different VAT rates in different zones around the country. I want to be clear on this. This is not permitted under EU VAT rules. People referred to costs in the capital city versus costs in other parts of the...

Central Bank (Individual Accountability Framework) Bill 2022: Second Stage (18 Oct 2022)

Seán Fleming: I move: "That the Bill be now read a Second Time." We have seen the fallout when firms and industries ignore the impact on consumers of the decisions they make and the actions they take. This was evident in the stress suffered by individuals and families during the tracker mortgage scandal, caused by a toxic culture in our banks and financial services sector. There has been intensive...

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Agriculture Schemes (18 Oct 2022)

Seán Fleming: 859. To ask the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine when a payment will be made to a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [51208/22]

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Test (11 Oct 2022)

Seán Fleming: 230. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he will expedite a driving test for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [49747/22]