Results 1-20 of 240 for speaker:Peter Cleere

Uisce Éireann: Statements (10 Apr 2025)

Peter Cleere: I will take the opportunity to congratulate Willie Mullins on his fantastic achievement. This is the first time I have spoken in the House since his incredible achievement in the Grand National last Saturday.

Uisce Éireann: Statements (10 Apr 2025)

Peter Cleere: His horses came first, second, third, fifth and seventh. It was huge. I know there was a fantastic celebration and homecoming last night in Closutton and Leighlinbridge. Unfortunately, I was not able to attend as I was in Dublin. It is an achievement that needs to be acknowledged formally in the House. He is a fantastic ambassador and like me, has strong Kilkenny connections, being...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Legislative Programme (10 Apr 2025)

Peter Cleere: 408. To ask the Minister for Health if she will provide an update on proposed legislation introducing further restrictions on nicotine inhaling products or vapes; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [18256/25]

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: School Transport (9 Apr 2025)

Peter Cleere: 114. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills to consider the provision of an additional school bus route to accommodate students from Lisdowney who currently face significant challenges in accessing school transport (details supplied). [17945/25]

Ceisteanna - Questions: Cabinet Committees (8 Apr 2025)

Peter Cleere: 18. To ask the Taoiseach when the Cabinet committee dealing with transport will meet next. [5905/25]

Ceisteanna - Questions: Cabinet Committees (8 Apr 2025)

Peter Cleere: All development indicators, such as population, jobs and infrastructure, show Dublin, Cork, Galway and Limerick cities developing at a much faster rate than Kilkenny, Waterford, Carlow and the south-east region. If we continue to focus on growth in and around Dublin without addressing the specific development challenges facing other regions, such as the economic underperformance of the south...

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: School Transport (8 Apr 2025)

Peter Cleere: 159. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills if she will provide an update on the implementation of the school transport strategy. [16970/25]

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: School Transport (8 Apr 2025)

Peter Cleere: 195. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills if she will provide an update on work on the Programme for Government commitment to expand the school transport scheme. [16971/25]

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Public Transport (8 Apr 2025)

Peter Cleere: 283. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the plans that exist to improve public transport links from south Kilkenny into the new public transport hub in Waterford city; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16649/25]

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Public Transport (8 Apr 2025)

Peter Cleere: 284. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the plans in relation to the proposed A90 bus route and when it is expected to be up and running (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16650/25]

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: School Transport (8 Apr 2025)

Peter Cleere: 434. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills if she will work with Bus Éireann to amend the rules to allow drivers over 70 years-of-age to continue to drive school buses, subject to annual medical examinations, to help alleviate the shortage of school bus drivers; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [16558/25]

Written Answers — Department of Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Artists' Remuneration (8 Apr 2025)

Peter Cleere: 588. To ask the Minister for Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht if the basic income for the arts scheme will be extended past 2025; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17489/25]

Written Answers — Department of Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Artists' Remuneration (8 Apr 2025)

Peter Cleere: 589. To ask the Minister for Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht if he will provide an update on his work on the Programme for Government commitment to assess the basic income for arts pilot scheme to maximise its impact. [17490/25]

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Heritage Sites (3 Apr 2025)

Peter Cleere: 107. To ask the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform for an update on the refurbishment works scheduled to be carried out at Kilkenny Castle; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15973/25]

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Heritage Sites (3 Apr 2025)

Peter Cleere: I congratulate the Ministers of State on their new roles. I have not had the opportunity to formally congratulate them previously. I am seeking an update on the refurbishment works that are scheduled to be carried out at Kilkenny Castle.

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Heritage Sites (3 Apr 2025)

Peter Cleere: I welcome the significant investment in Kilkenny Castle in recent years. I look forward to continued investment being made in the years ahead. Kilkenny Castle is a jewel in the crown of the south east. Visitor numbers are absolutely through the roof every year. The castle is a fantastic asset on our doorstep and is worth a huge amount to the local economy. The Minister and Ministers of...

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Heritage Sites (3 Apr 2025)

Peter Cleere: If people want to cycle, they can do so. That is not a problem. In Kilkenny, we are proud of our heritage, history and culture. The continued investment in Kilkenny Castle is most welcome. As stated, over the course of the summer, I would love to welcome the Minister and the Ministers of State to Kilkenny city. We will take a tour of the castle. They will be able to explore everything...

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Flood Relief Schemes (3 Apr 2025)

Peter Cleere: I wish to briefly raise the issue of the Graiguenamanagh flood relief scheme. It is my own town. In 2016, there was a devastating flood event which wreaked havoc and mayhem on many families and businesses in Graiguenamanagh. Funding was approved by the Minister of State in his previous term as Minister of State with responsibility for the OPW which was much welcomed and received. In March...

Written Answers — Department of Finance: Tax Code (3 Apr 2025)

Peter Cleere: 12. To ask the Minister for Finance if he plans any change to inheritance tax rules for people without any immediate family; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15982/25]

Written Answers — Department of Finance: Tax Strategy Group (3 Apr 2025)

Peter Cleere: 55. To ask the Minister for Finance if he will report on his Department's consideration of measures to encourage gym membership and active participation in sport and exercise; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15983/25]