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Ceisteanna ar Pholasaí nó ar Reachtaíocht - Questions on Policy or Legislation (2 May 2024)

Donnchadh Ó Laoghaire: I want to express concern about what was raised by Deputy McNamara. It is very serious and I hope it can be clarified at the earliest stage possible. I want to raise the issue of buses. Hardly a week goes by without my office being contacted by several people for whom buses have disappeared. The buses never show up or they are extremely late.

Ceisteanna ar Pholasaí nó ar Reachtaíocht - Questions on Policy or Legislation (2 May 2024)

Donnchadh Ó Laoghaire: At the minute it certainly does seem like that. I want to make very clear that it is not the responsibility of the drivers. What is happening fundamentally is that there is a shortage of drivers in Cork city. I would be very surprised if the Tánaiste's office is not getting the same calls. Many routes are particularly badly affected, including the 14, the 203, which was the...

Ceisteanna ar Pholasaí nó ar Reachtaíocht - Questions on Policy or Legislation (2 May 2024)

Donnchadh Ó Laoghaire: Ah stop, go away. Who are you codding?

Ceisteanna ar Pholasaí nó ar Reachtaíocht - Questions on Policy or Legislation (2 May 2024)

Donnchadh Ó Laoghaire: More standing back and reflecting.

Supports for Survivors of Residential Institutional Abuse Bill 2024: Second Stage (Resumed) (1 May 2024)

Donnchadh Ó Laoghaire: Before I got up to speak, I was thinking that in this House we have got into a habit of making very sincere and profound apologies. Very often, the quality of the apology is very good, and I do not wish in any way to take away from some of the apologies that have been made recently, which were sincere and well articulated, but what we are not always so good at is the follow-through. That...

Ceisteanna ó Cheannairí - Leaders' Questions (1 May 2024)

Donnchadh Ó Laoghaire: Is the embargo in that?

European Union Migration and Asylum Pact: Motion [Private Members] (1 May 2024)

Donnchadh Ó Laoghaire: On a brief point of order that is not a response to any comment, the Minister was not present when I spoke and I also want to be associated with the expression of solidarity and to express my regret about what happened to her family, which was terrible.

European Union Migration and Asylum Pact: Motion [Private Members] (1 May 2024)

Donnchadh Ó Laoghaire: We believe the Government is taking the wrong approach on this migration compact. We believe Ireland is in a unique position. It has a unique opportunity. Ourselves and Denmark are the only countries that have the flexibility to opt out. We have that flexibility going back to recognition of the fact that Ireland is in a common travel area with Britain. There are a number of reasons the...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Social Protection: Our Rural Future and Town Centre First Policies: Discussion (1 May 2024)

Donnchadh Ó Laoghaire: I thank the witnesses. It is an interesting topic and it falls across two Departments. One of the interesting aspects is that the very real challenges we face in rural communities and small towns are not unique to Ireland. Urbanisation is a challenge that most developed countries face. There are perhaps factors that are unique to Ireland. In continental Europe it is maybe based much more...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Social Protection: Our Rural Future and Town Centre First Policies: Discussion (1 May 2024)

Donnchadh Ó Laoghaire: I will have to go soon as I will be speaking in a debate in the Dáil Chamber but I would like to make a few brief observations. There are lots of things that could be done in Passage West but the key to opening it all up is the docklands site. It is huge and is right in the middle of what is a very narrow town. Retail is something to be cautious about in the sense that we have seen...

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: School Staff (30 Apr 2024)

Donnchadh Ó Laoghaire: 310. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills what protections are in place for teachers who suffer an injury at work and their ‘assault leave’ has expired, but they still remain certified as unfit to work; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [19045/24]

Written Answers — Department of Employment Affairs and Social Protection: Social Welfare Payments (30 Apr 2024)

Donnchadh Ó Laoghaire: 460. To ask the Minister for Employment Affairs and Social Protection for an update on the proposed jobseeker’s benefit pay related scheme; when in particular it is expected to be introduced; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [19247/24]

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Residency Permits (30 Apr 2024)

Donnchadh Ó Laoghaire: 532. To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality the action she intends to take to resolve the lengthy delays of 90 days for appointments for IRP renewal in Cork city; if she will consider following the model in place in Dublin and providing online service; if not, if she will ensure that applicants for the Cork city office can attend other offices in County Cork where the...

Written Answers — Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth: Education Schemes (30 Apr 2024)

Donnchadh Ó Laoghaire: 594. To ask the Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth whether children based in designated accommodation centres will receive education while based there; and if so, where they will receive this education. [19422/24]

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: EU Regulations and Directive on International Protection, Asylum and Migration: Discussion (Resumed) (30 Apr 2024)

Donnchadh Ó Laoghaire: I thank all the organisations and acknowledge the importance of their work. It has always been challenging work and, in many ways, it has become more challenging. While we might not agree on every element of this proposal or any other policy, it is vital to have organisations speaking on behalf of asylum seekers and people who are vulnerable, who may not have the voices other people have. ...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: EU Regulations and Directive on International Protection, Asylum and Migration: Discussion (Resumed) (30 Apr 2024)

Donnchadh Ó Laoghaire: I think the question Senator McDowell asks is a valid one. I think it is still important to appeal and it is still important to pass the legislation because we are still potentially dealing with the hypothetical. It is right to rectify the flaw that exists, because we could still be dealing with a situation where Rwanda does not happen or it is unclear how many people might end up there and...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: EU Regulations and Directive on International Protection, Asylum and Migration: Discussion (Resumed) (30 Apr 2024)

Donnchadh Ó Laoghaire: Partially, but I also understand that Albania has been given some responsibility.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: EU Regulations and Directive on International Protection, Asylum and Migration: Discussion (Resumed) (30 Apr 2024)

Donnchadh Ó Laoghaire: If I understand Mr. O'Neill correctly, it does not exist within the four corners of the pieces of legislation.

Civil Registration (Electronic Registration) Bill 2024: Second Stage (25 Apr 2024)

Donnchadh Ó Laoghaire: Ní thógfaidh mé an t-am go léir. Táim á roinnt. An bhfuil an Teachta Ó Murchú sa slot céanna?