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Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Social Welfare Payments (24 Oct 2023)

Alan Dillon: I commend the Minister's dedication, especially regarding the extension of the hot school meals programme to an additional 320 DEIS schools. Her commitment to this programme is very evident and it is clear that these efforts will ensure that many children receive the nutritious meals they so critically need. Regarding the long-term vision for the programme, I would like some insight into...

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Social Welfare Payments (24 Oct 2023)

Alan Dillon: I thank the Minister for her response. Reverting to her earlier statement about the proactive measures to uplift families and children in budget 2024, the suite of comprehensive measures she has outlined clearly indicates a sincere intent to lessen the financial strain and boost the quality of life for many families. Those measures are to be commended, including the €12 weekly hike...

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Social Welfare Payments (24 Oct 2023)

Alan Dillon: 84. To ask the Minister for Employment Affairs and Social Protection if she will outline the payment dates for the nine lump sums she announced as part of budget 2024; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [46341/23]

Finance (No. 2) Bill 2023: Second Stage (Resumed) (24 Oct 2023)

Alan Dillon: The division is deferred until the weekly division time tomorrow evening. Gabhaim buíochas leis na Teachtaí.

Finance (No. 2) Bill 2023: Second Stage (Resumed) (24 Oct 2023)

Alan Dillon: I am delighted to get the opportunity to contribute to this debate. I stand in strong support of the Finance (No. 2) Bill 2023 and its provisions to cement the Government's promises made in budget 2024. This Bill represents a diligent effort - and I commend the Ministers, Deputies McGrath and Donohoe - to ensure that our national financial backbone remains sturdy, fair and responsive to the...

Ceisteanna - Questions: Departmental Offices (24 Oct 2023)

Alan Dillon: A pressing concern that is affecting the heart of our tourism and hospitality sector in Mayo and beyond is an acknowledgment of the pivotal role the sector has played in supporting our communities and the State's humanitarian effort, especially in response to the Ukrainian crisis. As we know, approximately 30,000 beds, of which 25,000 are hotel beds, have been taken out of circulation to...

Ceisteanna - Questions: Departmental Offices (24 Oct 2023)

Alan Dillon: 16. To ask the Taoiseach for an update on the economic policy unit of his Department. [45024/23]

Ceisteanna - Questions: Cabinet Committees (24 Oct 2023)

Alan Dillon: I raise my deep concern around the alarming rise in vaping among schoolchildren, especially the widespread use of disposable vaping devices. In recent weeks, I have received numerous calls from concerned teachers and parents regarding the escalating prevalence of vaping among students in primary and secondary schools. The issue is not confined to school grounds but is also evident in public...

Ceisteanna - Questions: Cabinet Committees (24 Oct 2023)

Alan Dillon: 8. To ask the Taoiseach when the Cabinet committee on children and education will meet next. [46343/23]

An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (24 Oct 2023)

Alan Dillon: It is up to eight years this Christmas when Crossmolina had its devastating flooding. The residents still do not know the status or the timeline of their flood relief scheme. This uncertainty is causing a great deal of distress. The unfortunate delay surrounding this project is causing immense frustration and anxiety to the Crossmolina community. Consultants retained by the Department of...

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: Special Educational Needs (24 Oct 2023)

Alan Dillon: 260. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills the status of the current application related to infrastructure, SET facilities, or provisions at a school (details supplied); the future plans that have been derived from these assessments; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [46124/23]

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: School Staff (24 Oct 2023)

Alan Dillon: 282. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills if she will provide an update on a matter (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [46345/23]

Written Answers — Department of Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Sports Funding (24 Oct 2023)

Alan Dillon: 307. To ask the Minister for Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht if she will provide a breakdown of the funding provided to the organisations (details supplied) from 2013 to 2023; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [46130/23]

Written Answers — Department of Housing, Planning, and Local Government: Water Services (24 Oct 2023)

Alan Dillon: 344. To ask the Minister for Housing, Planning, and Local Government when Mayo County Council will receive the Framework Document to enable it to submit the bids request for the rural water programme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46637/23]

Written Answers — Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth: Disability Services (24 Oct 2023)

Alan Dillon: 474. To ask the Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth if children who require speech and language therapy in County Mayo are being referred to private practices; if not, the reason; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46305/23]

Written Answers — Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth: Disability Services (24 Oct 2023)

Alan Dillon: 475. To ask the Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth the wait time for speech and language therapy in County Mayo, for those waiting longer than, 3-6-9-12-24 and 36 months, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46306/23]

Written Answers — Department of Health: Budget 2024 (24 Oct 2023)

Alan Dillon: 497. To ask the Minister for Health if he will provide clarity on the decision in budget 2024 regarding funding for new treatments; how this aligns with Government commitment to healthcare advancements and the well-being of its citizens; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46071/23]

Written Answers — Department of Health: Medicinal Products (24 Oct 2023)

Alan Dillon: 498. To ask the Minister for Health if he will provide clarification in relation to the ground-breaking treatments, such as Sotatercept, which show potential in revolutionising the care for conditions like pulmonary hypertension; if this drug will be funded through budget 2024; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46072/23]

Written Answers — Department of Health: Hospital Waiting Lists (24 Oct 2023)

Alan Dillon: 566. To ask the Minister for Health for a breakdown on waiting lists (details supplied) for County Mayo, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46487/23]

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Third Level Costs (19 Oct 2023)

Alan Dillon: 85. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills if the SUSI grant will be amended to cover part-time students; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [45527/23]