Dublin Fingal East — week of Mon, 17 May — Watch Them Work

What your Dublin Fingal East TDs did this week

Mon, 17 May – 23 May 2021 · 3 TDs · 3 bills voted on · 3 questions · 134 new lobbying filings

Votes this week

Personal Insolvency (Amendment) Bill 2020 [Seanad]: Committee and Remaining Stages

2021-05-19 · 1 vote

An amendment to the bill · motion failed 43–72

Voted against 1 Darragh O'Brien

Did not vote 2 Ann Graves · Duncan Smith

Financial Resolution: Stamp Duties

2021-05-19 · 3 votes

An amendment to the bill · motion failed 60–79

Voted against 1 Darragh O'Brien

Did not vote 2 Ann Graves · Duncan Smith

An amendment to the bill · motion failed 61–79

Voted against 1 Darragh O'Brien

Did not vote 2 Ann Graves · Duncan Smith

An amendment to the bill · motion failed 61–79

Voted against 1 Darragh O'Brien

Did not vote 2 Ann Graves · Duncan Smith

Education (Leaving Certificate 2021) (Accredited Grades) Bill 2021 [Seanad]: Committee and Remaining Stages

2021-05-19 · 2 votes

An amendment to the bill · motion failed 49–75

Voted against 1 Darragh O'Brien

Did not vote 2 Ann Graves · Duncan Smith

An amendment to the bill · motion failed 46–74

Voted against 1 Darragh O'Brien

Did not vote 2 Ann Graves · Duncan Smith

Ann Graves — Sinn Féin 0 votes · 0 questions · 0 new lobbying returns

Quiet week — no questions filed or new lobbying returns.

Darragh O'Brien — Fianna Fáil 6 votes · 0 questions · 105 new lobbying returns

New lobbying 105 returns

Society of the Irish Motor Industry · 2 returns Employment
- In advance of the Feb 22nd Cabinet meeting the Motor Industry requested that the car showrooms be allowed re-open on a graduated basis. The Industry is ideally placed to facilitate the requirements of social distancing and other health and safety issues in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic. This would protect employment in the sector.
- In advance of the March 30th and April 29th Cabinet meetings the Motor Industry requested that the car showrooms be allowed re-open on a graduated basis. The Industry is ideally placed to facilitate the requirements of social distancing and other health and safety issues in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic. This would protect employment in the sector.
Youth Advocate Programmes Ireland CLG · 2 returns Children and Youth Affairs
- Putting Children and Young People First - YAP Ireland webinar. On June 10th 2021 YAP Ireland will host a virtual webinar focusing on putting young people at the centre of their care and allowing their voices to be heard in decision making. The event will bring together different youth organisations and decision makers for an important discussion.
- YAP Ireland Annual Report Launch 2020 - On March 4th YAP Ireland hosted a webinar titled 'How do we bring about real change? The event showcased the work of YAP Ireland throughout 2020 and significant changes in the lives of our clients.
Depaul Community
- Meeting with CEO and Minister for Housing, Minister for Health on service delivery.
Mediahuis Ireland Group Limited Communications
- Introduction to Mediahus, Future of Media Commission, reform of defamation legislation
Crosscare Housing
- Ciara McGrath presented a briefing paper on barriers to accessing social housing supports to Minister Darragh O'Brien. The paper was sent by email to the Lord Mayor of Dublin, Hazel Chu, and to the Chair of the Housing SPC Cllr. Alison Gilliland
Uplift Environment
- Uplift members emailed Government Ministers asking them to support the recommendations in the Draft Climate Action Bill
Mainstream Renewable Power Energy and Natural Resources
- Offshore wind development in Ireland
iCare Housing CLG Housing
- Mortgage-to-Rent scheme
Irish Congress of Trade Unions · 2 returns Housing · Energy and Natural Resources
- Department of Housing, Local Government Plans in respect of the Rental Sector
- Public Water Services
Irish Air Line Pilots Association (IALPA) Transport
- Letter to Various Ministers
Ballyhaunis Chamber of Commerce Local Government
- Town Centre First Strategy
Restaurants Association of Ireland · 3 returns Tourism · Local Government
- Submission of a proposal for an outdoor dining grant
- Called for a road map to reopening including dates and key metrics for a safe resumption of Indoor Dining as soon as possible and subject to public health advice. Sought the scientific / medical data that allows for the resumption of staycations in Hotels and Guesthouses where restaurant dining will be allowed within the premises.
- Discussion about Outdoor Dining Scheme and immediate supports needed by restaurant and hospitality sector in advance of a reopening including; Extension of commercial rates waiver until 2022, Waiver of local authority licence fees for furniture, Outdoor seating areas support from local authorities and support for weatherproofing structure to facilitate businesses engaging in outdoor dining and continuation of planning permission waiver for takeaway service provision
Irish Council for Social Housing Housing
- Delivery Group meeting
Engineers Ireland Economic Development and Industry
- Re-opening of the construction sector & preparation for working safely during Covid-19
CityJet Designated Activity Company Taxation
- Section 127B of the Taxes Consolidation Act 1997
Focus Ireland · 5 returns Housing
- Request a review of homeless services and change in roll out of vaccine to include vulnerable homeless community
- Participation in Minister O'Brien's High Level Homeless Task Force
- Referendum on the right to housing
- Sharing Focus Ireland's End Homelessness campaign
- Focus Ireland family homelessness services and campaign
Sherry FitzGerald Group Housing
- Requested to report on Housing Market
Montague Communications Ltd Housing
- Redress scheme for apartment owners affected by fire and other defects as well as reform of the law to minimise chance of such defects occurring in the future
Construction Defects Alliance Housing
- Redress Scheme for Apartment Owners affected by Fire and other Defects as well as reform of the law to minimise chance of such defects occurring in the future.
Licensed Vintners Association · 2 returns Trade · Housing
- Developing a plan to allow Dublin pubs to survive the Covid-19 crisis
- Request for commercial rates waiver for the Dublin licensed trade for 2021
Irish Wildlife Trust CLG. Environment
- National Marine Planning Framework
Environmental Pillar · 2 returns Environment
- Raised awareness of the need to ensure that the Agri-Food Strategy 2030 is sustainable, with specific targets around climate action, biodiversity and environmental protection. Provided notification of the Environmental Pillar's withdrawal from the Agri-Food Strategy 2030 Committee due to significant gaps in relation to addressing environmental concerns. Requested meeting with relevant ministers and department officials.
- Raised concerns regarding the National Marine Planning Bill, its contents and the lack of Oireachtas and public debate surrounding the Bill; requested withdrawal of the Bill to allow for ample time for Oireachtas members to debate the Bill in detail, given its wide-ranging impacts on the marine environment, habitats and species.
Vintners' Federation of Ireland Trade
- Commercial Rates / Determining Rateable Valuations for Pubs
SOA Research Company Limited by Guarantee Housing
- Posted a copy of SOA's new 'Roadmapping a Viable Community-Led Housing Sector for Ireland' publication to the Minister and invited him to attend the publication launch, and to meet with SOA to discuss Community Led Housing, and the development of a policy infrastructure to support CLH in Ireland.
Chambers Ireland · 2 returns Local Government · Development and Zoning
- Town Centre First Strategy
- Marine Planning DM Bill
Irish Wildbird Conservancy · 2 returns Environment
- The implementation of the Common Fisheries Policy and the conservation of marine biodiversity
- The sustainable development of Irelands off-shore renewable energy sector
Prosper Meath CLG Health
- Letter enquiring about the COVID-19 vaccination rollout plan and timeline for disability services.
Construction Industry Federation (CIF) · 9 returns Housing
- Beauchamps Panel Discussion
- Request a meeting to discuss the programme for Government regarding housing
- A Commission on Housing in Ireland
- General Housing Issues
- Post cabinet catch -Up
- IHBA Housing Summit
- General Housing Issues
- Utilities & LG Sector
- A Commission on Housing in Ireland
Prosper Fingal CLG Health
- Letter enquiring about the COVID-19 vaccination rollout plan and timeline for disability services.
Ecocem Ireland Environment
- Low carbon materials in the Climate Action Bill
Ibec · 5 returns Economic Development and Industry · Housing · Transport
- Investment reboot for Dublin
- Business priorities for the mid-term Review of the National Development Plan (NDP)
- Impact of Judicial Reviews on housing supply
- Mandatory quarantine regime for international travel
- Review of the Covid-19 Resilience and Recovery 2021: The Path Ahead framework
Ruhama Justice and Equality
- Engagement with Public Representatives in relation to premises matters
Dublin Simon Community Housing
- Minister attended the Dublin Homeless network meeting remotely
CHILDREN'S RIGHTS ALLIANCE - REPUBLIC OF IRELAND LIMITED Children and Youth Affairs
- Report Card 2021
National Centre for Youth Mental Health Children and Youth Affairs
- Attendance at Ogra Fhianna Fáil National Youth Conference, along with Fianna Fáil TDs
JKS Communications Development and Zoning
- DLRCC Development Plan + homebuilding reopening
Alliance for Insurance Reform Banking and Financial Institutions
- Seeking policy decisions that will reduce the cost of insurance for our members and Irish society as a whole and keep them that way.
Sustainable Water Network (SWAN) · 3 returns Environment
- Marine Protected Areas (MPAs)
- Water Environment (Abstraction) Bill
- National Marine Planning Framework
Dublin Zoo Heritage
- communications regarding the government plan for re-opening
Kilkenny Chamber of Commerce & Industry Company Limited by Guarantee Local Government
- Town Centre First Strategy
John Sisk & Son Ltd Housing
- Meeting with Minister for Housing to offer views on how to increase public housing delivery
Óglaigh Náisiúnta na hÉireann / Organisation of National Ex-Service Personnel Housing
- Seeking Government support for the development of a hostel for homeless veterans in Cobh
Simon Communities of Ireland Housing
- The PfG commitment to a referendum on Right to Housing
Society of St. Vincent de Paul Housing
- Communication with the Minister for Housing highlighting housing issues arising from Covid-19, including rent arrears and a follow up request to letter dated the 30th of September that SVP be invited to the high-level homeless taskforce
Pender & Associates Ltd Economic Development and Industry
- Meeting request in relation to the.IE Digital Town Programme
National Union of Journalists Communications
- Iconic Media need to recognise the union amongst their members
Natural Capital Ireland Environment
- Advocating for the introduction of the UN’s new System of Environmental Economic accounting as standard.
Irish Cancer Society Health
- Covid-19 impact on cancer services and patients
Macra na Feirme Agriculture
- Nitrates Action Programme for Ireland
The Irish Farmers' Association - IFA · 3 returns Heritage · Employment · Environment
- Submission Re: S.I. No. 254/1986 - European Communities (Wildlife Act, 1976) (Amendment) Regulations, 1986. Control of Certain Wild Bird Species
- Employment Permits for Horticulture Workers
- Use of Peat by the Horticulture Industry
Community Law & Mediation Housing
- Report and draft legislation: Vacant homes under the Fair Deal Scheme: Part of the solution to the homeless crisis?
SSE plc Energy and Natural Resources
- Meeting Request
National Association of Regional Game Councils Heritage
- Lobbying activities in relation to wildbirds derogations, deer management policy and biodiversity issues.
Threshold · 3 returns Housing
- Meetings of the Taskforce on Homelessness
- Meeting with Minister O'Brien
- Phone conversation with Minister regarding promotion of Threshold services.
Anew Support Services CLG Housing
- Anew met with Minister Daragh O'Brien, Reps from DRHE and the Department of Housing on 18th Feb 2021 (on-line). Anew highlighted that we have a consistent waiting list of about 10 homeless pregnant women for 4 beds. These women have complex support needs, so other homeless services are not appropriate. The Minister noted that the DRHE always welcome new proposals from services and he suggested that Anew submit a proposal for extra capacity, with good evidence for the need.
Galway Chamber Local Government
- Town Centre First Strategy
Hume Brophy Health
- Public Health (Alcohol) Act 2018
Hanover Media Strategy Limited Finance
- Consumer protection for SMEs whose loans have been sold to unregulated entities
Cork Chamber Local Government
- Town Centre First Strategy
Comhlámh Housing
- Department of Housing, Planning and Local Government (DHPLG) regarding the Department’s submission to the Advisory Group on Direct Provision
Vertex Pharmaceuticals (Europe) Limited Health
- Cystic Fibrosis landscape in Ireland
Ennis Chamber of Commerce Local Government
- The public realm works underway in Ennis were deemed non essential by Clare County Council, when Covid-19 level 5 restrictions were introduced in January 2021. On behalf of our members operating in the affected streets we lobbied to have the works re-categorised as essential in order to minimise disruption to businesses.
Irish Institutional Property Public Expenditure and Reform
- IIP Review and analysis of IGEES Report on residential construction costs
Dublin Chamber of Commerce · 6 returns Economic Development and Industry · Development and Zoning
- Communication with key party spokespersons on the need for a new Urban action plan
- Communication with key party spokespersons on the need for a new Urban action plan
- Communication with Dublin Oireachtas members on the Tourism Sector
- Communication on remote and flexible working
- Communication on remote working and its impact on future development.
- Communication on Town Centre First Strategy
Vulcan Consulting Limited Housing
- To better understand the Government's housing policy and discuss the role for the private sector in addressing long-term housing needs
Irish Council for Civil Liberties Local Government
- Electoral Reform Bill
Swords Karate Club (Hokubu Dojo) Sports and Recreation
- Requested assistance in seeking accommodation in the community for the Karate Club
Limelight Communications Health
- Issues pertinent to older around health, loneliness, housing.
Irish Hotels Federation Tourism
- Measures and economic supports required to support Ireland's tourism and hospitality sector and mitigate the challenges due to the ongoing Covid-19 crisis

Duncan Smith — Labour Party 0 votes · 3 questions · 29 new lobbying returns

Questions asked 3 total

Social 1 question
- 2021-05-18 Deputy Duncan Smith asked the Minister for Social Protection if she is considering expanding the criteria for the fuel allowance for the winter lockdown 2021 given that more workers and families are being asked to stay in their homes for the period; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [1421/21]
Public 1 question
- 2021-05-18 Deputy Duncan Smith asked the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform if the Office of Public Works will consider purchasing a building (details required) with the express view of ensuring that it remains a focal point of community activity and does not fall into private ownership; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26596/21]
Justice 1 question
- 2021-05-19 Deputy Duncan Smith asked the Minister for Justice further to Parliamentary Question No. 1493 of 21 April 2021, the relevant legislation that has been changed; the changes to relevant legislation in Irish national law that have been enacted that has necessitated changes to information on the eJustice portal; the way in which the withdrawal of the United Kingdom from the European Union is relevant to this matter; the reason for the removal of the information given that two different reasons have now been given for the removal of information from the eJustice portal (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [26768/21]

New lobbying 29 returns

Vulcan Consulting Limited Transport
- E-scooter legislation and introducing Zipp Mobility
Sisters of Mercy Environment
- The lobbying concerned the Climate Action Bill going through its second stage and being voted on in the DAIL
daa plc Transport
- Letter to DPO’s in connection with their submission re North Runway planning application
Zipp Mobility Transport
- Micromobility Legislation
Montague Communications Ltd · 2 returns Transport
- Government policy on aviation during COVID-19 pandemic
- Air Navigation and Transport Bill
Irish Wildlife Trust CLG. Environment
- National Marine Planning Framework
Chambers Ireland Transport
- eScooters legislation
Irish Second-Level Students' Union (ISSU) Children and Youth Affairs
- Debate Your Decision Makers Sustainability Event
Ibec · 2 returns Economic Development and Industry · Communications
- Investment reboot for Dublin
- National policy on telecommunications
The Union of Students in Ireland Housing
- USI Student Accommodation Bill
Environmental Pillar Environment
- Raised concerns regarding the National Marine Planning Bill, its contents and the lack of Oireachtas and public debate surrounding the Bill; requested withdrawal of the Bill to allow for ample time for Oireachtas members to debate the Bill in detail, given its wide-ranging impacts on the marine environment, habitats and species.
Limelight Communications Transport
- Covid 19 business supports & Government policy relating to International Travel
NBI Infrastructure DAC Communications
- Public Policy or Programme
Irish Travel Agents Association Transport
- Covid 19 business supports and Government policy relating to International Travel
Oxfam Ireland EU Affairs
- Information about the TRIPS waiver and C-TAP and capacity in the Global South to produce Covid-19 vaccines
Society of St. Vincent de Paul Environment
- Engagement with elected officials to ensure the Climate Action and Low Carbon Economy Bill is underpinned by principles of climate justice and that the recovery from Covid-19 is just focusing on social and environmental justice.
National Union of Journalists Communications
- Iconic Media need to recognise the union amongst their members
Irish Cancer Society Health
- Covid-19 impact on cancer services and patients
Community Law & Mediation Environment
- Amendment to the Climate Bill
Threshold Housing
- Email to the Deputy
Hanover Media Strategy Limited Finance
- Consumer protection for SMEs whose loans have been sold to unregulated entities
Unite the Union, Ireland Region · 2 returns Transport
- Situation of Approved Driving Instructors in the context of Covid-19 and associated restrictions
- Regulation of motor mechanics trade
Dublin Chamber of Commerce · 3 returns Economic Development and Industry
- Communication with Dublin oireachtas members on need for Urban plan to renew & support Dublin
- Communication with Dublin Oireachtas members on the Tourism Sector
- Communication on remote and flexible working
Pixel Strategic Consulting Ltd Transport
- E-scooter Legislation / Introducing TIER Mobility