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Public Accounts Committee: Business of Committee (1 Feb 2024)

Alan Dillon: My only issue with that is that most local authorities are the lead authority in this regard, which means there might be an issue in respect of the requirements of the Arterial Drainage Acts regarding the independence of an external authority or Department and the issue of consent. The independence aspect might be an issue.

Public Accounts Committee: Business of Committee (1 Feb 2024)

Alan Dillon: I would envisage difficulty with the committee's questioning and interrogation of the Grant Thornton report in that it is currently redacted and the names of people are anonymous so we do not know who knew what or who is referenced in the report. An enormous amount of time will be taken up with person 1, person 2, person 3 and the 26 different people involved. If the committee is extending...

Public Accounts Committee: Business of Committee (1 Feb 2024)

Alan Dillon: I would support that.

Public Accounts Committee: Business of Committee (1 Feb 2024)

Alan Dillon: And the HR director.

Public Accounts Committee: Business of Committee (1 Feb 2024)

Alan Dillon: The only person we have not asked is the new Ireland manager.

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Projects (1 Feb 2024)

Alan Dillon: 24. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport for an update on the N17 Collooney to Knock scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4491/24]

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Departmental Funding (1 Feb 2024)

Alan Dillon: 42. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he will provide match funding alongside the Department of Rural and Community Development for the local improvement scheme, LIS; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4492/24]

Written Answers — Department of Finance: Tax Code (1 Feb 2024)

Alan Dillon: 106. To ask the Minister for Finance if he will consider reducing the 13.5% VAT rate for restaurants and hospitality; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4493/24]

Written Answers — Department of Finance: Housing Schemes (1 Feb 2024)

Alan Dillon: 133. To ask the Minister for Finance the number of applicants for the help-to-buy scheme in County Mayo in 2023; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4494/24]

Written Answers — Department of Finance: Tax Exemptions (1 Feb 2024)

Alan Dillon: 239. To ask the Minister for Finance if he will consider increasing the tax exemption limits for people aged 65 years and over; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4946/24]

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Community Development Projects (30 Jan 2024)

Alan Dillon: 81. To ask the Minister for Rural and Community Development when she will announce successful projects under the outdoor recreation infrastructure fund; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [2749/24]

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Community Development Projects (30 Jan 2024)

Alan Dillon: This question relates to the successful projects under the outdoor recreation infrastructure scheme. We know how important these projects are to local communities. When does the Minister expect to make an announcement on these?

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Community Development Projects (30 Jan 2024)

Alan Dillon: I thank the Minister for her response. Many Deputies will agree that outdoor recreation facilities and infrastructure are vital to the future-proofing of local communities. Certainly the value placed on outdoor amenities and the contribution they make to both physical and mental well-being has never been more apparent, especially in post-pandemic times. We can see how it enhances the...

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Community Development Projects (30 Jan 2024)

Alan Dillon: I thank the Minister. She should bring her hiking boots whenever she visits because it has made a substantial difference. There are multisport events and adventure races up and down the reek. It has made an enormous difference to the ecosystem around Westport and west Mayo. I appreciate the Minister's input in relation to securing that funding and also the funding for around Cong and...

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Rural Schemes (30 Jan 2024)

Alan Dillon: From Deputy Tóibín's response, it seems he has no solutions and is just concerned with having a talking shop. The answers the Minister is providing are revitalising towns, making them more vibrant and building community spirit. The conversion of existing structures back into use is a welcome initiative and the evidence of it certainly can be seen on the ground. We have more...

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Rural Schemes (30 Jan 2024)

Alan Dillon: I thank the Minister for her response, which is commendable. Certainly, the recent investment of over €4.5 million nationally to tackle dereliction and vacancy in rural Ireland, including three projects in Mayo, is a testament to this commitment. The projects in Charlestown, Bellacorick and Louisburgh, which involved the repurposing of old and derelict buildings for community use,...

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Rural Schemes (30 Jan 2024)

Alan Dillon: -----Balla with the creation of an economic hub and a remote working hub, these initiatives are certainly adding to re-energising rural Ireland.

Ceisteanna - Questions: Cabinet Committees (30 Jan 2024)

Alan Dillon: I commend the Government on its leadership. We are making significant strides in respect of housing. All the key housing indicators, including commencements, completions and planning permission applications, are trending upwards, which bodes well for the future. Momentum is certainly strong and building. We are moving in the right direction when it comes to housing. The Department of...

Ceisteanna - Questions: Cabinet Committees (30 Jan 2024)

Alan Dillon: 15. To ask the Taoiseach when the Cabinet committee on housing will meet next. [2747/24]

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate: Forestry Sector (30 Jan 2024)

Alan Dillon: Go raibh maith agat for that comprehensive response. While I welcome the new terms of Ireland's €1.3 billion forestry programme and strategy, for me, the Government must be aware that there can be an excess of a good thing in our rural areas. As already stated, we must balance both the concerns and needs of a community against our environmental commitments. Creating new forests in...