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Education (Inclusion of Persons) Bill 2023: First Stage (6 Jul 2023)

Chris Andrews: I move: That leave be granted to introduce a Bill entitled an Act to amend and extend the Education Act 1998, and, for that purpose, to provide for the inclusion of information from special educational needs organisers in school planning; to provide for inclusion policies in schools and to provide recognised disabled persons organisations with a role in agreeing the composition of boards of...

Education (Inclusion of Persons) Bill 2023: First Stage (6 Jul 2023)

Chris Andrews: I move: "That the Bill be taken in Private Members' time."

Ceisteanna - Questions: Taoiseach's Communications (4 Jul 2023)

Chris Andrews: The Taoiseach's predecessor, the Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs and Defence, Deputy Micheál Martin, gave a commitment to open disclosure in the health services at the end of last year. This policy must also apply to Thalidomide survivors, who have been waiting on an apology for over 61 years. They deserve a just and fair deal to address their complex needs. The...

Written Answers — Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth: Disability Services (4 Jul 2023)

Chris Andrews: 526. To ask the Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth if he will intervene in the case of a person (details supplied) and assist this person in being granted a place in a residential care facility run by an organisation. [32701/23]

Environmental Protection Agency Water Quality Report 2022: Statements (28 Jun 2023)

Chris Andrews: It is great to have the opportunity to speak on this good report. A number of bathing areas across Dublin Bay are often directly impacted by poor water quality and health notices to avoid swimming are frequently put out to the public. There have also been warnings against children playing with sand on the beaches due to health risks, mainly from dog fouling, which I understand is a...

Environmental Protection Agency Water Quality Report 2022: Statements (28 Jun 2023)

Chris Andrews: It is a positive project. An element of it involves the Irish Nautical Trust educating locals, including young people, in the art of navigation and boating. Such projects would have a major impact on reducing the flow of rubbish into Dublin Bay, would serve as educational tools for the local community and improve the environment. Projects like the Irish Nautical Trust's Liffey Sweeper...

Pre-European Council Meeting: Statements (28 Jun 2023)

Chris Andrews: The agenda of the upcoming European Council meeting paints a grim picture of where priorities lie. 2 o’clock It clearly shows the one-directional path the EU has chosen to follow, which is a pathway of increased militarisation across the Euro zone. With talk of the EU defence capacity in terms of the procurement, investment and production of weapons in 2021, the EU exported in...

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Public Sector Pay (27 Jun 2023)

Chris Andrews: 243. To ask the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform his views on a situation regarding public sector pay (details supplied); if he acknowledges the unfairness of same; and the measures he intends to take to resolve the issue. [30805/23]

Written Answers — Department of Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Sports Funding (27 Jun 2023)

Chris Andrews: 331. To ask the Minister for Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht if her Department is planning to open a new round of the large-scale sport infrastructure fund; if so, if those previously awarded grant funding will be allowed to apply for additional funding; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [30727/23]

Ceisteanna ar Pholasaí nó ar Reachtaíocht - Questions on Policy or Legislation (22 Jun 2023)

Chris Andrews: Recent reports indicate that not only will homes on the Glass Bottle site in Ringsend be unaffordable, but there will be very little social and affordable housing in the first phase. The Irish Glass Bottle Housing Action Group and residents are disappointed and shocked that the 900 social and affordable homes for which they fought may not come to pass. Will the Minister transfer the 20%...

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Passport Services (22 Jun 2023)

Chris Andrews: 160. To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade if his Department is aware of the increasing number of fraudulent Irish passport renewal websites operating; what action his Department is taking to have these websites removed; and if his Department is planning to run a public awareness campaign regarding this problem. [30472/23]

Youth Justice Strategy: Statements (21 Jun 2023)

Chris Andrews: I welcome the national youth justice strategy. There are changes that we in Sinn Féin would make. Detention should be considered for juveniles or young people convicted of serious crimes such as sex offences, murder and manslaughter. That said, early intervention is key. The strategy acknowledges many offenders will have multiple disadvantages. Socioeconomic status is one such...

Joint Committee on Tourism, Culture, Arts, Sport And Media: Inclusion in Sport: Discussion (21 Jun 2023)

Chris Andrews: I thank our guests for the interesting presentation. I have two daughters who play Gaelic football and camogie and as Senator Cassells said, I find it inspirational for young people to be able to come before the committee to give a presentation. In their presentation, they stated they would like to see the issue discussed more openly and they have certainly achieved that today. It is...

Joint Committee on Tourism, Culture, Arts, Sport And Media: Inclusion in Sport: Discussion (21 Jun 2023)

Chris Andrews: I welcome all the groups They are all very important topics for sport and diversity. I have experience of SARI and the tremendous work it does. When Mr. McCue was around, he engaged with Gaza Action Ireland a good few years ago. It was very encouraging. The kids came over and played football all around Ireland. SARI was central in ensuring that happened. It was a great initiative. It...

Joint Committee on Tourism, Culture, Arts, Sport And Media: Inclusion in Sport: Discussion (21 Jun 2023)

Chris Andrews: I agree. The Department of Justice and the Department of Health talk about immigration and people coming to Ireland. Almost everybody coming here plays sport. It is a real way to access them. If we are looking for projects or plans to develop integration, football is one of the most popular sports in the world. Most people are aware of it or play it, so it is a door we can open to new...

Joint Committee on Tourism, Culture, Arts, Sport And Media: Inclusion in Sport: Discussion (21 Jun 2023)

Chris Andrews: Did nervousness spread throughout the defence?

Joint Committee on Tourism, Culture, Arts, Sport And Media: Inclusion in Sport: Discussion (21 Jun 2023)

Chris Andrews: Mr. Walsh mentioned about male sport in particular. I cannot figure out what is happening in men's sport in comparison with women's sport. There is no openly gay man playing in the premier division in the League of Ireland. There may be one openly gay man in the first division. The contrast is stark when we look at women's football. It was mentioned in the research from the GPA that,...

Joint Committee on Tourism, Culture, Arts, Sport And Media: Inclusion in Sport: Discussion (21 Jun 2023)

Chris Andrews: I acknowledge also the withdrawal of the Irish under-21 football team from the game against Kuwait in Austria. That was an important form of action.

LGBTQI+ Equality: Statements (20 Jun 2023)

Chris Andrews: I welcome this opportunity to speak on this very important matter. When walking around Dublin this month, we can see an increase in levels of pride and visibility for our LGBTQI+ community. In the inner city over the years, we have seen some brilliant community Pride festivals happening. Notably last year, this was the case in Pearse House, in Ringsend and in Kevin Street. There is a...

Joint Committee on the Irish Language, the Gaeltacht and the Irish Speaking Community: An tÉileamh don Ghaeloideachas: an Roinn Oideachais (14 Jun 2023)

Chris Andrews: Gabhaim buíochas leis an Aire. It has been touched on by Deputy Connolly that in 2020, 4,723 pupils left sixth class in Irish-medium primary schools but only 1,688 of those continued into Irish-medium secondary schools. This means the majority, that is, 2,456 pupils, had to go on to English-speaking schools. This clearly is a huge cliff edge for those who want to continue their...