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Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Policing Matters: Discussion (Resumed) (29 Nov 2023)

James Lawless: They are not expected to comment.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Policing Matters: Discussion (Resumed) (29 Nov 2023)

James Lawless: Absolutely.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Policing Matters: Discussion (Resumed) (29 Nov 2023)

James Lawless: That was the single item under any other business. For members' attention, I echo and agree with the sentiments expressed by Deputy Farrell in thanking the superintendents. I compliment the professionalism of the whole team in Templemore. For the information of members of the committee, I have written to all four superintendents we met on the day to thank them on the committee's behalf and...

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Passport Services (29 Nov 2023)

James Lawless: 2. To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade if he will expedite passport applications (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [52585/23]

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Passport Services (29 Nov 2023)

James Lawless: 3. To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade if he will expedite a passport application for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [52617/23]

Ceisteanna - Questions: An Garda Síochána (28 Nov 2023)

James Lawless: 12. To ask the Taoiseach if he will provide an update on the work of the policing reform implementation programme office in his Department. [52245/23]

Select Committee on Justice and Equality: Message to Dáil (28 Nov 2023)

James Lawless: In accordance with Standing Order 101, the following message will be sent to the Dáil: The Select Committee on Justice has completed its consideration of the Criminal Justice (Engagement of Children in Criminal Activity) Bill 2023 and has made no amendments thereto. On behalf of the committee, I thank the Minister of State and his officials here today. Their attendance is very much...

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Universal Social Charge (23 Nov 2023)

James Lawless: 94. To ask the Minister for Finance the number of earners in counties Kildare, Wicklow, Meath and Louth who will benefit from the USC reductions announced in budget 2024; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [51212/23]

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Universal Social Charge (23 Nov 2023)

James Lawless: Do I lead the group?

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Universal Social Charge (23 Nov 2023)

James Lawless: I welcome the recent USC cuts in the budget. I am particularly interested in how many earners in County Kildare will benefit. The Minister might also give details on counties Wicklow, Meath and Louth. My colleague Deputy McGuinness is interested in counties Kilkenny and Wexford. I ask the Minister to give us a broad statement on this but I am particularly interested in Kildare taxpayers.

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Universal Social Charge (23 Nov 2023)

James Lawless: I may not require the full expanded time. I thank the Minister for the reply. I note the number of 1.6 million taxpayer units in the State and that a taxpayer unit can encompass a jointly assessed couple. I assume that if one were to apply a pro ratacalculation by population, one could arrive at a reasonable estimate of the Kildare figures and those for other counties. I will do this....

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

James Lawless: 49. To ask the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment for a report on his attendance at the AI Safety Summit; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [51221/23]

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

James Lawless: 68. To ask the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment how he proposes to ensure that AI is developed and deployed in a way that is ethical and person-centred; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [51222/23]

Written Answers — Department of Finance: Tax Data (23 Nov 2023)

James Lawless: 147. To ask the Minister for Finance the number of taxpayers in counties Kildare, Wicklow, Meath and Louth claiming the rent tax credit; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [51211/23]

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Taxi Regulations (23 Nov 2023)

James Lawless: 168. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport for further details on a cab system (details supplied); if they will have insurance; the type of licence required to operate same, given it is for hire and reward; the person or body that sets the fare charged to customers; the type of industry, area knowledge tests and Garda clearance the driver has to undergo to be allowed to operate...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Bus Services (23 Nov 2023)

James Lawless: 169. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport to reinstate a bus stop that had previously been in service (details supplied); if there are no plans to reinstate this, if an alternative service can be offered for this location; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [51624/23]

Consultative Forum on International Security Policy Report: Statements (22 Nov 2023)

James Lawless: I welcome the report. The consultative forum was a very useful exercise and I am glad the Tánaiste and the Government initiated it. It was a very meaningful debate. Unfortunately, I was abroad on other committee business at the time it was held and was unable to attend, but I followed it closely and have read its recommendations. A view may have been expressed by some members of the...

Written Answers — Department of Defence: Defence Forces (21 Nov 2023)

James Lawless: 61. To ask the Taoiseach and Minister for Defence his response to the statement in the Report of the Consultative Forum on International Security Policy that Ireland is not, and never has been, in a position to defend its neutrality, unlike other neutral European countries; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [50711/23]

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: School Staff (21 Nov 2023)

James Lawless: 227. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills what measures are in place to assist schools in securing substitute teachers (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [50560/23]

Written Answers — Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth: Health Services (21 Nov 2023)

James Lawless: 431. To ask the Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth his plans for the long-term care of young people with acquired brain injury or for any young person in need of long-term care, which would be suitable to their needs as alternative nursing homes. [50735/23]