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Joint Oireachtas Committee on Assisted Dying: Assisted Dying, Legal and Constitutional Context: Discussion (13 Jun 2023)

Alan Farrell: That is three years ago. When we are dealing with issues in this place, we tend not to do so particularly quickly. That means that we should take the next eight months and 30 days, or whatever is left on the clock, and work out the precise nature of what we should do. In and of itself, that means we should take the next eight months and 30 days, or whatever is left on the clock, to work out...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Assisted Dying: Assisted Dying, Legal and Constitutional Context: Discussion (13 Jun 2023)

Alan Farrell: Does either party have a view on our legal view with regard to other jurisdictions and how their framework operates? Without pre-empting the answers, my understanding is some concern is expressed as to how assisted dying operates in other jurisdictions. Do the witnesses have a view on that?

Criminal Justice (Engagement of Children in Criminal Activity) Bill 2023: Second Stage (Resumed) (1 Jun 2023)

Alan Farrell: I am very pleased to contribute to the debate. I believe it is a very important step in our efforts to protect some of the most vulnerable people in our society. The grooming of children to participate or partake in crime is a serious issue that destroys countless lives and limits the untold potential of young people across the State and, therefore, I strongly support this legislation,...

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Student Accommodation (1 Jun 2023)

Alan Farrell: Deputy O’Sullivan mentioned the level of accommodation that accommodates approximately 6% of our students. Has the Minister a view on whether it should be a priority, not only to reduce costs, but to dramatically increase that figure specifically for the purposes of recognising that our population centres in Dublin in particular are not the only places in the country that are growing?...

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Third Level Costs (1 Jun 2023)

Alan Farrell: 86. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills if he will detail the work he is undertaking with regard to reducing the cost of third level education; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26755/23]

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Third Level Costs (1 Jun 2023)

Alan Farrell: My question is on the measures the Minister is taking to reduce the cost of third level education.

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Third Level Costs (1 Jun 2023)

Alan Farrell: The Minister's response is appreciated, particularly his remarks about how this is a priority for everyone in the House, including the Government parties. I welcome the cost-of-education paper that the Minister mentioned. It is an opportune moment to assess the ongoing cost-of-living and cost-of-education issues that obtain. The Minister rightly pointed out the significant investment in...

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Third Level Costs (1 Jun 2023)

Alan Farrell: That has been a clear and positive development in recent years and the Minister outlined some of the figures relating to planning permissions granted to third level institutions. Whatever decisions are made by the Government following the debate on the cost-of-education paper, I will be keen to ensure that whatever investment is put in place, particularly in support of students, is...

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Departmental Strategies (1 Jun 2023)

Alan Farrell: 6. To ask the Minister for Health his views on the progress being made to develop a national sexual health strategy; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26756/23]

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Departmental Strategies (1 Jun 2023)

Alan Farrell: Go raibh míle maith agat, a Leas-Cheann Comhairle. My question relates to the Minister of State's view of the progress being made on developing a national sexual health strategy.

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Departmental Strategies (1 Jun 2023)

Alan Farrell: I thank the Minister of State for her response. Noting the delays caused to pretty much everything by Covid, I welcome the strategy being published back in March. On implementation and the availability of such services across the State, is there continuity of service delivery? I point to access to PrEP, where I understand there is a regional imbalance. Undoubtedly, the Minister of State...

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Departmental Strategies (1 Jun 2023)

Alan Farrell: That is appreciated. After the Minister of State has addressed that outstanding question, she might say whether she is satisfied there is sufficient training available for professionals.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Healthcare Infrastructure Provision (1 Jun 2023)

Alan Farrell: 44. To ask the Minister for Health if he will detail the considerations his Department is giving to the development of an elective hospital in north Dublin as detailed in the HSE Capital Plan; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26757/23]

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: Third Level Admissions (1 Jun 2023)

Alan Farrell: 123. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills if he will provide an update on efforts to reform the CAO system; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26754/23]

Nature Restoration Law and Irish Agriculture: Statements (31 May 2023)

Alan Farrell: I very much welcome the opportunity to speak on this matter, which is extremely important. A healthy biosphere is crucial to the future sustainability of our global and domestic ecosystems. The interconnectedness of our global environment means that whatever happens in one part of the world will have a direct impact not only on the nation but also on people in completely separate countries....

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Traffic Offences (31 May 2023)

Alan Farrell: 35. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he will provide a breakdown of penalty points issued to motorists caught driving without insurance in each of the years 2018 to date in 2023. [26554/23]

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: Disadvantaged Status (31 May 2023)

Alan Farrell: 69. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills if her Department will consider a review of the DEIS scheme to ensure all schools who need additional resources are provided the assistance they need; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [26542/23]

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: Special Educational Needs (31 May 2023)

Alan Farrell: 70. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills the turnaround time for the exceptional review process once an application is made by a school; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [26543/23]

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: Special Educational Needs (31 May 2023)

Alan Farrell: 71. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills if data is collected from schools on how many children they have enrolled with special educational needs in a mainstream setting; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [26544/23]

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: An Garda Síochána (31 May 2023)

Alan Farrell: 106. To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality if he will provide a breakdown on the number of Garda traffic corps vehicles installed with automatic number plate recognition systems in each of the years 2019 to date in 2023. [26549/23]