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Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Sports Funding (18 May 2023)

Mark Ward: I appreciate the Minister of State taking the question. What supports are in place for the Shamrock and Olive Tree Boxing Project, to assist it in bringing a small group of Palestinian boxers and coaches to Ireland in August, as part of a sporting and cultural exchange? I ask the Minister of State to make a statement on the matter.

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Sports Funding (18 May 2023)

Mark Ward: Just to provide a bit of background, the Shamrock and Olive Tree Boxing Project sport and cultural exchange is between Ireland and Palestine, the shamrock being the symbol of Ireland and the olive tree being the symbol of Palestine. It is an all-Ireland initiative. We have boxers and clubs from Dublin, Belfast and Waterford taking part, linked in with El Barrio Boxing Club in Ramallah. For...

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Sports Funding (18 May 2023)

Mark Ward: I agree with the Minister of State that we have a big history of boxing in this country. I also want to take the opportunity to wish Katie Taylor all the best in her fight at the weekend. My understanding is that the Department offered to support Katie Taylor in putting on that fight over the weekend when it was running into difficulties. I am asking for the same level of support, if any...

Central Statistics Office Sexual Violence Survey 2022: Statements (17 May 2023)

Mark Ward: I welcome the CSO report, which will be a vital tool in combating domestic, sexual and gender-based violence. The information in the report will allow Governments to develop adequate services and supports. I thank everybody involved in the report. It is not an easy thing to do to give that information. I join the Dublin Rape Crisis Centre and urgently call on the Minister to reform the...

Ceisteanna ó Cheannairí - Leaders' Questions (17 May 2023)

Mark Ward: Hear them now-----

Illegal Israeli Settlements Divestment Bill 2023: Second Stage [Private Members] (16 May 2023)

Mark Ward: I commend my colleague, Deputy Brady, for his hard work on this Bill and his dedication to the Palestinian cause over the years. The intention of the Bill is to end Ireland's involvement in Israel's illegal enterprise. If the Bill is passed, Ireland could become a catalyst for other European countries to follow. The National Treasury Management Agency was established in late 1990 to...

Ceisteanna ó Cheannairí - Leaders' Questions (16 May 2023)

Mark Ward: What about nappy wipes?

Ceisteanna ar Pholasaí nó ar Reachtaíocht - Questions on Policy or Legislation (11 May 2023)

Mark Ward: I wish to raise the issue of the lack of public health nurses in the constituency of Dublin Mid-West. Information that Deputy Ó Broin and I received indicates that there is a shortage of public health nurses in Rosse Court resource centre in Lucan, Lucan health centre, Rathcoole health centre, Steeple House health centre in Clondalkin and Rowlagh health centre. A campaign is under way...

Food Costs and High Grocery Bills: Motion [Private Members] (9 May 2023)

Mark Ward: I begin by thanking my colleague Deputy Louise O'Reilly for the work she did on this motion. I also wish the Minister of State all the best in his new role and more importantly I hope he will take a hardline approach in his meeting with retailers during the week. The Government is out of touch with the struggles of ordinary workers and families. I will explain why. I will talk about...

Europe Day: Statements (9 May 2023)

Mark Ward: Historically, the EU has been a catalyst for much good in Ireland in terms of equality, workers’ rights, environmental standards and the rights of women. While there is much good in the EU, there is criticism that the EU has strayed from the original vision of a community of nations working in partnership and solidarity for the greater well-being of all citizens. With the EU moving...

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Fines Administration (4 May 2023)

Mark Ward: 5. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he will provide details of the fines for service failures over the past two years for Dublin Bus and Go-Ahead; and the reasons and rationale for deciding these fines. [20734/23]

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Fines Administration (4 May 2023)

Mark Ward: According to information I have received from the NTA, almost €4 million in fines were incurred in 2021 and 2022 by Dublin Bus and the private operator Go-Ahead. Will the Minister provide the details of and rationale for these fines for service failures over the past two years? Will he put his response in the context of this morning's news of Greenpeace saying that Dublin has the...

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Fines Administration (4 May 2023)

Mark Ward: I thank the Minister for his response. I will have to compare the information I received from the NTA with what he just said. In 2022, more than €2.85 million in fines were incurred by Dublin Bus and Go-Ahead - €1.642 million for Dublin Bus and €1.212 million for Go-Ahead. In 2021, their total €1.134 million in fines comprised €697,000 for Dublin Bus and...

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Fines Administration (4 May 2023)

Mark Ward: I understand the issue with drivers, but there is also a difference in parity between drivers at Dublin Bus and drivers at Go-Ahead. The latter do not have contracts or conditions as good as the former and Go-Ahead is not as attractive a workplace as Dublin Bus. This is an issue with the private provider. Go-Ahead operates the 76, 18, L51 and L52 routes in Clondalkin, Palmerstown and...

Ceisteanna ar Pholasaí nó ar Reachtaíocht - Questions on Policy or Legislation (27 Apr 2023)

Mark Ward: Last year, the Tánaiste launched a DEIS connect programme in my old school, St. Kevin's Community College. The DEIS connect programme aims to bridge the digital divide in disadvantaged communities. The Tánaiste will agree this was a wonderful initiative he launched. However, South Dublin County Council is ignoring that there are digital divides in some disadvantaged communities....

Ceisteanna - Questions: Child Poverty (26 Apr 2023)

Mark Ward: 2. To ask the Taoiseach for an update on the child poverty unit to be established within his Department; and when he expects it to first meet. [18083/23]

Ceisteanna - Questions: Child Poverty (26 Apr 2023)

Mark Ward: The Taoiseach mentioned well-being and I want to talk about the well-being of children in mental health services. When the Government came into office, 2,112 children were waiting for a first-time appointment with the child and adolescent mental health services, CAMHS. Currently, there is an all-time record high of 4,434 young children waiting for a first-time appointment. That is a 110%...

Historic and Archaeological Heritage Bill 2023: Second Stage (25 Apr 2023)

Mark Ward: I welcome the opportunity to speak on the Bill. I will talk about some of the cultural vandalism that took place in Dublin. Dublin is a unique city. It is my city. We must protect its cultural and historical identity. There has been a move by developers and planners to modernise Dublin to the extent that when one walks down the streets, one could be in any European city. We must be sure...

Organised Crime: Statements (20 Apr 2023)

Mark Ward: I welcome the opportunity to discuss organised crime. This form of crime causes terror, misery and heartbreak for communities that deserve to feel safe and protected. We must stand united against all forms of crime and ensure it is finally tackled once and for all. I am also glad that the Government climbed down and changed the title of this debate to statements on gangland to statements on...

Ceisteanna ó Cheannairí - Leaders' Questions (20 Apr 2023)

Mark Ward: Bring back the eviction ban.