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An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (1 Mar 2022)

Micheál Martin: Likewise, given what is now happening in Ukraine, we need to accelerate its prospect as an EU candidate country.

An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (1 Mar 2022)

Micheál Martin: I do not have time to answer.

An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (1 Mar 2022)

Micheál Martin: I will talk to the Minister about that and revert to the Deputy.

An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (1 Mar 2022)

Micheál Martin: There is a very comprehensive provision through the ETBs for in-prison education. I am a very strong supporter of the work of our education services in prisons across the length and breadth of the country, which does a lot to facilitate rehabilitation as well as career pathways for people once they leave prison. It is extremely important that we do that and we will do it in whatever way we...

Ceisteanna - Questions: Departmental Staff (1 Mar 2022)

Micheál Martin: The role of my Department is to support me as Taoiseach, and the Government, to ensure a sustainable economy and a successful society, pursue Ireland's interests abroad, implement the Government's programme and build a better future for Ireland and all of her citizens. In order to ensure my Department remains agile in responding to emerging priorities, its staffing resources are kept under...

An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (1 Mar 2022)

Micheál Martin: I note the Deputy's reference to the European Union as if it were some foreign entity. We are members of the European Union and are committed to its values. These are universal values of freedom of association, freedom of speech and freedom of media, and self-determination, sovereignty and territorial integrity. Europe's security architecture is an issue from which we cannot escape. The...

An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (1 Mar 2022)

Micheál Martin: We should not be attacking anybody else in respect of what is happening in Ukraine. Some Opposition Deputies always try to dilute the culpability of Russia.

An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (1 Mar 2022)

Micheál Martin: There have been a number of reports, one of which was completed recently. It is not a simple issue but it is one on which we want to make progress. Clearly, the experience during Covid-19 crisis, when it was a matter of all hands on deck, has slowed down progress on that issue. I will refer back to the Deputy in respect of the current situation.

An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (1 Mar 2022)

Micheál Martin: I always endeavour to shine light.

An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (1 Mar 2022)

Micheál Martin: As a Cork man, I am particularly anxious to bring light to the Tipperary heartland.

An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (1 Mar 2022)

Micheál Martin: This summer, as we travel to Thurles, we will be shedding a lot of light in the sporting arena. I will talk to the Minister of State, Deputy O'Donovan, about this matter. It is a beautiful castle and we should do everything we possibly can to enhance it.

An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (1 Mar 2022)

Micheál Martin: I commend the Deputy on her attention to the detail of almost all schemes under the aegis of the State. Was the Deputy speaking to the Minister for Education or the Minister for Transport?

An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (1 Mar 2022)

Micheál Martin: I will revert to the Deputy. Given that, in the context of pensions and so on, we are talking about ending the mandatory retirement age, that matter merits review and consideration.

An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (1 Mar 2022)

Micheál Martin: I said last Thursday at the European Council meeting that I believe the European perspective is the most strategic available option for the EU in terms of the neighbourhood. I support Ukraine's application for EU membership. It is a process but we should be clear in our support for Ukraine's application for candidate status. I support it. As I said last week, we should also support the...

An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (1 Mar 2022)

Micheál Martin: I do not know. Someone who was eligible before the pandemic on income grounds should be eligible after the pandemic.

An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (1 Mar 2022)

Micheál Martin: The Deputy can send the details to the Minister for Health.

An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (1 Mar 2022)

Micheál Martin: The programme for Government commits to holding a referendum on housing rights. The Government's housing plan, Housing for All - A New Housing Plan for Ireland, tasks the Housing Commission with bringing forward proposals for the wording of such a referendum. The commission has today announced details of its referendum subcommittee, which will examine the complex constitutional issues...

An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (1 Mar 2022)

Micheál Martin: I indicated to the Deputy previously when he first introduced the Bill in the House that I was well disposed towards the legislation.

An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (1 Mar 2022)

Micheál Martin: I have not been over the detail in respect of what is transpiring. Is the Bill in committee?

An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (1 Mar 2022)

Micheál Martin: I will revert to the Ministers to see how we can accelerate and progress it.