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Written Answers — Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth: Direct Provision System (28 Nov 2023)

Alan Dillon: 540. To ask the Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth the number of people in County Mayo currently in the direct provision system; to list the type of accommodation international protection applicants are being housed in; the length of time spent by international protection applicants in these accommodation types; and if he will make a statement on the matter....

Written Answers — Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth: Ukraine War (28 Nov 2023)

Alan Dillon: 541. To ask the Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth the number and location of each accommodation property for beneficiaries of temporary protection from Ukraine in County Mayo; the occupancy and contracted capacity of each centre and location in each of the approved accommodation categories, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [52500/23]

Written Answers — Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth: International Protection (28 Nov 2023)

Alan Dillon: 542. To ask the Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth the number and location of each accommodation property for international protection applicants in County Mayo; the occupancy and contracted capacity of each centre and location in each of the approved accommodation categories, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [52501/23]

Written Answers — Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth: Ukraine War (28 Nov 2023)

Alan Dillon: 543. To ask the Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth the number of persons from Ukraine who are being provided with accommodation by the State per county; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [52502/23]

Written Answers — Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth: International Protection (28 Nov 2023)

Alan Dillon: 544. To ask the Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth the number of international protection applicants who are being provided with accommodation by the State per county; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [52503/23]

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Tax Code (23 Nov 2023)

Alan Dillon: I thank the Minister for his comprehensive response. It is crucial for Members of this House to understand the cryptocurrency landscape, which while evolving rapidly presents complex tax challenges. I am interested to hear from the Minister the amount raised in tax by the State from crypto-assets. If he does not have that figure he might give it to me in writing. Cryptocurrency is...

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Tax Code (23 Nov 2023)

Alan Dillon: With the various types of crypto-assets, such as stablecoins and utility tokens, and with the privacy focus around cryptocurrency, it is important to have information in the public domain about what types of revenue the State is generating in this space. As we have said, people are looking for innovative areas in which to invest, such as digital assets. We certainly need a monitoring and...

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Tax Code (23 Nov 2023)

Alan Dillon: 93. To ask the Minister for Finance to provide an update on his Department’s actions to crack down on cryptocurrency tax evasion; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [51525/23]

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Tax Code (23 Nov 2023)

Alan Dillon: Cryptocurrency tax evasion is a matter of growing concern, not only in Ireland but worldwide. It is an evolving landscape. It is essential to ensure tax compliance strikes a balance with innovation and investor protection. I would like an update from the Minister on the actions taken by the Department to combat this issue.

Written Answers — Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment: Industrial Development (23 Nov 2023)

Alan Dillon: 40. To ask the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment if he will provide an update on the delivery of a new facility (details supplied) in Castlebar, County Mayo; the progress made since September 2023; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [51526/23]

Written Answers — Department of Finance: Primary Medical Certificates (23 Nov 2023)

Alan Dillon: 122. To ask the Minister for Finance to provide an update on the primary medical certificate; the steps taken to implement the appeals board; how he intends to reduce the waiting time for applicants; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [51524/23]

Written Answers — Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth: International Protection (23 Nov 2023)

Alan Dillon: 279. To ask the Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth if he will provide an update on (details supplied); when this application will be processed; the outstanding documentation required; when this applicant will be inspected; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [51687/23]

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Immigration Status (22 Nov 2023)

Alan Dillon: 111. To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality when form 13 (details supplied) will be granted to an Irish citizen; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [51204/23]

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Defence Forces (21 Nov 2023)

Alan Dillon: I thank the Tánaiste for his response. I note his key interest in both the marine and the Naval Service, and it is certainly an area where we certainly need additional resources to enhance the security of our offshore equipment. Our gas connectors play a pivotal role in these endeavours and the involvement of our Naval Service in this capacity is indispensable as we lay the foundations...

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Defence Forces (21 Nov 2023)

Alan Dillon: 45. To ask the Taoiseach and Minister for Defence his views on recruitment and retention within the Defence Forces; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [50919/23]

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Defence Forces (21 Nov 2023)

Alan Dillon: I ask the Tánaiste provide an update on the ongoing efforts by the Department to boost numbers of permanent personnel in the Defence Forces. Additionally, I would like to hear his thoughts on the current situation regarding recruitment and retention within our Defence Forces and any plans or initiatives to address concerns.

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Defence Forces (21 Nov 2023)

Alan Dillon: I commend the Tánaiste and the efforts he has made to enhance recruitment and retention in the Defence Forces. I have taken note of the commitment to increase recruitment by 2,000 by the end of 2028 , as well as the various strategies the Tánaiste has outlined that have been devised to bolster recruitment and address the existing shortfalls. The comprehensive packages encompassing...

Ceisteanna - Questions: Cabinet Committees (21 Nov 2023)

Alan Dillon: 1. To ask the Taoiseach when the Cabinet committee on environment and climate change will meet next. [49640/23]

Ceisteanna - Questions: Cabinet Committees (21 Nov 2023)

Alan Dillon: I wish to address energy security and the potential for indigenous gas supply in Ireland, recognising the need for gas as a transition fuel until renewables are fully brought online. Ireland currently imports a significant proportion of its gas, leaving us dependent on imports once Corrib is no longer viable. Europa Oil and Gas has requested an extension of its exploration licences at the...

An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (21 Nov 2023)

Alan Dillon: A commitment on page 15 of the programme for Government is to prioritise the report on the future of the western rail corridor and take immediate action. I have repeatedly raised the project in this Chamber and will continue to do so on behalf of the people of counties Mayo, Galway and Sligo. The western rail corridor is a vital piece of infrastructure along the Atlantic economic corridor,...