Results 161-180 of 509 for at speaker:Gary Gannon

Teacher Shortages: Motion [Private Members] (7 Dec 2022)

Gary Gannon: I move: That Dáil Éireann: notes that: — a recent Teachers' Union of Ireland survey found 91 per cent of post-primary schools experienced teacher recruitment difficulties in the past six months, while 61 per cent experienced teacher retention difficulties; — almost two-thirds of primary schools in the Dublin area are short-staffed, while Wicklow and Kildare face...

Gambling Regulation Bill 2022: Second Stage (6 Dec 2022)

Gary Gannon: I would first like to note that this Bill was published on Friday afternoon. It is simply not acceptable that we would effectively get two working days to look over a Bill of this importance. It is an unfortunate example of how rushed the Government legislative process is coming up to Christmas. I hope that Committee Stage will be taken in the new year so it can be given proper scrutiny....

An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (6 Dec 2022)

Gary Gannon: Our public services across the board are under massive strain because those we ask to work in them cannot afford to live in our cities and urban areas. One consequence of that where it is most pronounced is in our schools. We have a staffing crisis in our schools for a variety of reasons but predominantly because our teachers, in particular, younger teachers, cannot afford to live in our...

Drugs Policy: Motion [Private Members] (30 Nov 2022)

Gary Gannon: I thank the Labour Party, including Deputy Ó Ríordáin, for the motion. It is important and I am delighted we have the opportunity to speak about the matter. It is often said, and has been said several times today in the Chamber, that the war on drugs has failed. All of us with good intentions see that it has failed in that it has not done anything to alleviate the suffering...

Written Answers — Department of Defence: Official Engagements (24 Nov 2022)

Gary Gannon: 49. To ask the Taoiseach and Minister for Defence if he will provide further clarity on the purpose and function of his attendance as a keynote speaker at the "Building the Ecosystem" event in October 2022 which promoted Ireland's interaction with the arms industry. [58444/22]

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Middle East (23 Nov 2022)

Gary Gannon: 102. To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade if he will take an initiative at EU or UN level to ensure that Israel will be held accountable for the apartheid regime it is perpetuating which deprives millions of Palestinians of their civil and political rights (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [58377/22]

Social Welfare Bill 2022: Second Stage (22 Nov 2022)

Gary Gannon: I had not intended to but I will begin by referencing some of the commentary from a previous speaker, Deputy Richmond. He talked about how important it is to be honest and said that if the Government needs to do more, it will do more. It is an interesting proposition. How much suffering must a parent or family experience before the Government decides to step in? Is there a requisite level...

Dublin City Safety Initiatives and Other Services: Statements (17 Nov 2022)

Gary Gannon: I thank the Minister of State for bringing this debate forward and for his helpful contribution in listening to the statements of Members. Deputy Richmond is right. We do not say often enough that we love Dublin. As somebody who grew up and spends a lot of time there, it is a place I absolutely adore. It is for that very reason I want to fight for it. There are, without question, some...

Post-European Council: Statements (16 Nov 2022)

Gary Gannon: I will begin where the previous Government speaker finished, which was on the recent High Court ruling on CETA. Government Members have said that there is no legal requirement for a referendum. However, enough has happened in terms of public discussion and public discourse. There is probably an ethical and civic requirement. If this is to become law, perhaps there is a requirement for us...

Science Week: Statements (15 Nov 2022)

Gary Gannon: ...the contributions from everyone on this important topic. Science and research shape our modern world and its future more than any other profession or area of study. Scientific progress can be a matter of life and death for those suffering from disease, those living in poverty and those plagued by a lack of natural resources, just as it can open opportunities to improve quality of life...

An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (15 Nov 2022)

Gary Gannon: This week is Transgender Awareness Week, ending with Transgender Day of Remembrance on Sunday. According to the latest survey conducted by BeLonG To, the LGBT youth organisation, which surveyed more than 1,200 LGBTQI+ students from across the country, 76% of students reported feeling unsafe at school. As one can imagine, feeling unsafe in a school environment is bound to have a detrimental...

Ceisteanna ar Pholasaí nó ar Reachtaíocht - Questions on Policy or Legislation (27 Oct 2022)

Gary Gannon: I want to ask the Tánaiste about Dublin's O'Connell Street. The "RTÉ Investigates" documentary last week encapsulates many of the problems that probably any of us who live or work in the city knew have been happening there for a long time. I put it to the Tánaiste that the issues on O'Connell Street are vast and complex and require a multi-departmental approach. Dublin City...

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Foreign Birth Registration (26 Oct 2022)

Gary Gannon: 99. To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade if there are any plans in place to speed-up the processing time of the foreign birth register at present (details supplied). [53812/22]

Select Committee on Tourism, Culture, Arts, Sport And Media: Online Safety and Media Regulation Bill 2022: Committee Stage (Resumed) (26 Oct 2022)

Gary Gannon: I move amendment No. 257: In page 116, line 39, after “any” to insert “wilful”. This involves a simple matter of phraseology. The regulatory framework provided within this Bill is strong and well-intentioned. However, I have an issue with the specific language under Chapter 5, section 139ZT of the Bill regarding a notice to end contravention, which outlines a...

Select Committee on Tourism, Culture, Arts, Sport And Media: Online Safety and Media Regulation Bill 2022: Committee Stage (Resumed) (26 Oct 2022)

Gary Gannon: .... The Minister referenced the UK courts, as did I, but this has particular relevance to Ireland. A lot of these tech companies and social media companies are based here so it could potentially create a hostile environment. I am referring to future technologies that do not exist yet. If we have directors of these companies here, I would like to believe we could have Irish directors on...

Coercion of a Minor (Misuse of Drugs Amendment) Bill 2022: Second Stage [Private Members] (20 Oct 2022)

Gary Gannon: I support the Bill in the fullest and congratulate Sinn Féin on proposing it. We will be supporting it fully and hope it goes through. The Bill seeks to ban the coercion of minors into drug dealing. We see the full effects of this activity in many of our communities every week and every day. When you think about the coercion of minors into the drug trade or try to describe it to...

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate: Substance Misuse (20 Oct 2022)

Gary Gannon: I thank the Minister of State, Deputy Feighan, for attending this important discussion. I am sure we all watched RTÉ's "Prime Time" documentary the other day on Dublin's O'Connell Street. People throughout the country, having watched it, came away with the view that something needs to be done about this. The Minister of State and members of the Dáil Business Committee know I have...

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate: Substance Misuse (20 Oct 2022)

Gary Gannon: I thank the Minister of State for his statement, which I will go through in my response. He refers to a multi-agency approach that crosses the Department of Justice, the Garda Síochána, Dublin City Council and the Department of Health. Will he tell me when representatives of those bodies were last in the same room to discuss this issue? If there is a multi-agency approach, when...

Pre-European Council Meeting: Statements (Resumed) (19 Oct 2022)

Gary Gannon: I begin by welcoming the Georgian ambassador, Mr. George Zurabashvili, to the Chamber. His presence is very welcome. Our last pre-European Council statements coincided with the restrictions based on Georgia's accession to the European Union, following the advanced status given to Ukraine and Moldova. In that time, 12 recommendations were attached to Georgia's candidacy. It is very welcome...

Mother and Baby Institutions Redress Scheme: Motion [Private Members] (19 Oct 2022)

Gary Gannon: It can become overwhelming when we stop to consider the full enormity of what we are here to discuss today. That enormity is that for four fifths of just over the 100-year history of this Republic, a collusion of church and State saw fit to incarcerate en massewomen and girls of all ages and backgrounds, and young working-class boys, who committed no wrong other than to be in the way of a...