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Seanad: Migrant Integration Strategy: Statements (16 May 2017)

Maura Hopkins: Teenagers within this group reached out to their counterparts in the Syrian refugee programme at the centre. I commend them on their actions. I will continue to work on this matter.

Seanad: Order of Business (11 Apr 2017)

Maura Hopkins: I raise concerns regarding stroke services. This morning, the Irish Heart Foundation launched its stroke manifesto. I, the Irish Heart Foundation, the many people throughout the country who have had strokes and their families have a number of very serious concerns. While we know there have been improvements, particularly in terms of acute care, there are serious challenges with regard to...

Seanad: Order of Business (4 Apr 2017)

Maura Hopkins: I wish to raise a very important issue with regard to mental health services. Roscommon mental health services have been undergoing an external review of service provision since that review was commissioned back in August 2015. I have been working very closely with the Minister of State, Deputy Helen McEntee, who has been actively seeking updates with regard to the provision of this report...

Seanad: Heritage Bill 2016: Committee Stage (Resumed) (29 Mar 2017)

Maura Hopkins: Amendment No. 3b proposes to delete "land" and substitute "roadside". Senator Ó Domhnaill has pointed out that in some way he wants to support tillage farmers, but this removes the ability to do that. The Minister has stated clearly-----

Seanad: Heritage Bill 2016: Committee Stage (Resumed) (29 Mar 2017)

Maura Hopkins: The Minister is trying to introduce on a pilot basis the management of hedgerows in order, first, to deal with road safety and, second, to do so in a managed, restricted way for tillage and re-seeding.It is as simple as that. The terms and conditions will be set out in the regulations. We have a commitment from the Minister that officials from the National Parks and Wildlife Service will...

Seanad: Heritage Bill 2016: Committee Stage (Resumed) (29 Mar 2017)

Maura Hopkins: "Raping hedgerows" were the words that were used. "Raping hedgerows" and "widescale" are the words that were used. This is about ensuring, first, that we protect our habitats. We will do so by undertaking a pilot scheme, which will last for two years, to look in depth at our flora and fauna. Second, we will ensure we are supporting farmers with regard to tillage and reseeding and, third,...

Seanad: Heritage Bill 2016: Committee Stage (Resumed) (29 Mar 2017)

Maura Hopkins: Next Tuesday.

Seanad: Heritage Bill 2016: Committee Stage (Resumed) (29 Mar 2017)

Maura Hopkins: Tomorrow morning at 10.30 a.m.

Seanad: Order of Business (22 Mar 2017)

Maura Hopkins: I want to raise the issue of the refugees coming to our town, Ballaghaderreen, yesterday. More than 70 people travelled from Balseskin down to the emergency reception and orientation centre in Ballaghaderreen yesterday. There was a hugely warm welcome for them. They have been in the country for a number of weeks. It was a real pleasure to be able to meet those people as they settled in....

Seanad: Reports on Motor Insurance Costs: Statements (22 Mar 2017)

Maura Hopkins: I welcome the Minister of State to the House. I raised this issue in the House with him a number of months ago. We are very much aware that the spiralling cost of insurance is placing a massive burden on motorists. I have been contacted by many people who are struggling to pay insurance premiums. As Senator O'Reilly pointed out, it is an issue that disproportionately affects rural areas...

Seanad: Seachtain na Gaeilge: Statements (8 Mar 2017)

Maura Hopkins: Gabhaim buíochas leis an Aire Stáit, an Teachta Seán Kyne, as bheith anseo inniu. Rud an-dearfach é go bhfuil sé anseo i rith Sheachtain na Gaeilge. I commend the Minister of State and the Department on their strong commitment to the national language and their support for Seachtain na Gaeilge. It is really important that we see funding, which has been increased in...

Seanad: Sea-Fisheries (Amendment) Bill 2017: Order for Second Stage (8 Mar 2017)

Maura Hopkins: I move: "That Second Stage be taken now."

Seanad: Heritage Bill 2016: Committee Stage (Resumed) (2 Mar 2017)

Maura Hopkins: I want to note the Minister's contribution in terms of a consultation period. As the Minister has alluded to, there has been constructive engagement with Waterways Ireland recently. Obviously it is very important that there is sufficient time to consider any proposed by-laws. There certainly was concern around the proposal for 21 days. I certainly feel reassured now that the Minister has...

Seanad: Heritage Bill 2016: Committee Stage (Resumed) (2 Mar 2017)

Maura Hopkins: Next Tuesday.

Seanad: Order of Business (22 Feb 2017)

Maura Hopkins: Today I want to raise the ongoing issues concerning Bus Éireann. Yesterday afternoon, the talks between the unions and company at the Workplace Relations Commission broke down. Imminent strike action is now a possibility. This results in great uncertainty for those who rely on Bus Éireann services, particularly those rural Expressway services that are under threat at present....

Seanad: Order of Business (15 Feb 2017)

Maura Hopkins: A parent, whose child is on a list for rehabilitation at the National Rehabilitation Hospital in Dún Laoghaire, has brought to my attention that 12 beds have been closed at that hospital. I have followed that up with the office of the chief executive and received the following reply:Following consultation with the HSE, it has been necessary for the NRH to reduce its existing bed...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Arts, Heritage, Regional, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs: Returning Emigrant Support Services: Discussion (15 Feb 2017)

Maura Hopkins: I thank the witnesses for their presentation. I had reason to meet Ms McHugh in another capacity, one which is, in many ways, similar as it involves supporting refugees who will come to my home town of Ballaghaderreen in the coming months, an issue on which she has been very supportive. The presentation and the discussion that followed laid out many difficulties and practical challenges...

Seanad: Action Plan for Rural Development: Statements (9 Feb 2017)

Maura Hopkins: I welcome the Minister to the Seanad and thank her for giving of her time to discuss the recent launch of the action plan for rural development. Those of us who live in rural areas, including the Minister, know of their potential as really good places in which to live, work, visit and raise families. Despite the challenges faced in rural Ireland, there is also exceptional pride, as well as...

Seanad: Action Plan for Rural Development: Statements (9 Feb 2017)

Maura Hopkins: I propose we extend the time for this debate to 2.40 p.m.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Arts, Heritage, Regional, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs: Sustaining Viable Rural Communities: Discussion (Resumed) (1 Feb 2017)

Maura Hopkins: I apologise that we had to step out for a vote. My question follows on from what Senator Marie Louise O'Donnell has spoken about with regard to efficiencies. Mr. Hernan has stated that his priority is the service user - which, absolutely, is a priority for everybody - and that the plan is to ensure that there are more services within the existing subvention. He has spoken a little about...

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