• Independent TD for Cork South West
• Entered the Dáil on 27 February 2016 — General election
• Email me whenever Michael Collins speaks (no more than once per day)

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• Subjects (based on headings added by the Dáil record): Passport Services, Abortion Services, Forestry Sector, Covid-19 Pandemic, Covid-19 Pandemic Supports

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Acknowledgement and Apology to the Families and to the Victims of the Stardust Tragedy: Statements (23 Apr 2024)

“I express my deepest sympathy to the families of the Stardust victims. The pain and loss they have endured is unimaginable. I acknowledge the unwavering determination and dedication displayed by the families in their pursuit of truth and justice. Their resilience in the face of adversity is truly commendable. It is important to recognise that the journey to this point has been long and...”

Automatic Enrolment Retirement Savings System Bill 2024: Second Stage (Resumed) (17 Apr 2024)

“This Bill is a significant step towards enhancing pension coverage in Ireland. However, like any legislation, it has its share of challenges and potential disadvantages. Employers will be required to contribute to the retirement saving system. For some smaller businesses, this additional financial burden may pose a challenge. While automatic enrolment aims to increase participation, some...”

Road Safety: Statements (17 Apr 2024)

“Every person killed on the roads leaves behind a family, friend and community whose lives are forever changed. Speaking of people being killed, I have been contacted twice during the term of this Government by people looking for help to get a disability certificate for a child named Maia. She is in danger of being choked by the seatbelt in her family's car, which is the very thing that...”

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• Has spoken in 148 committee discussions and Dáil debates in the last year — well above average among TDs.
• Has received answers to 59 written questions in the last year — below average among TDs.
• People have made 2 comments on this TD's speeches — above average among TDs.
• This TD's speeches, in the printed record, are readable by an average 15–16 year old, going by the Flesch-Kincaid Grade Level score.
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• Has used three-word alliterative phrases (e.g. "public-private partnership") 916 times in debates — above average among TDs.
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