Limerick County — week of Mon, 17 May — Watch Them Work

What your Limerick County TDs did this week

Mon, 17 May – 23 May 2021 · 3 TDs · 3 bills voted on · 8 questions · 80 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 Niall Collins

Did not vote 2 Patrick O'Donovan · Richard O'Donoghue

Financial Resolution: Stamp Duties

2021-05-19 · 3 votes

An amendment to the bill · motion failed 60–79

Voted against 1 Niall Collins

Did not vote 2 Patrick O'Donovan · Richard O'Donoghue

An amendment to the bill · motion failed 61–79

Voted against 1 Niall Collins

Did not vote 2 Patrick O'Donovan · Richard O'Donoghue

An amendment to the bill · motion failed 61–79

Voted against 1 Niall Collins

Did not vote 2 Patrick O'Donovan · Richard O'Donoghue

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 Niall Collins

Did not vote 2 Patrick O'Donovan · Richard O'Donoghue

An amendment to the bill · motion failed 46–74

Voted against 1 Niall Collins

Did not vote 2 Patrick O'Donovan · Richard O'Donoghue

Niall Collins — Fianna Fáil 6 votes · 8 questions · 27 new lobbying returns

Questions asked 8 total

Enterprise 2 questions
- 2021-05-18 Deputy Niall Collins asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment if financial support can be given to a business (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25698/21]
- 2021-05-18 Deputy Niall Collins asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment if an initiative (details supplied) will receive support; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26174/21]
Housing 2 questions
- 2021-05-18 Deputy Niall Collins asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage if he will review correspondence from a person (details supplied) in view of recent building materials price increases; if further consideration will be given to the request.; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25605/21]
- 2021-05-20 Deputy Niall Collins asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage if an application of the derelict sites levy monthly charge was suspended during the previous Covid-19 lockdowns and suspension of construction and related activities; if a person now levied for these periods can claim relief from these charges; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27187/21]
Defence 2 questions
- 2021-05-18 Deputy Niall Collins asked the Minister for Defence the person or body a person would contact to claim an Army pension after the death of a soldier who died when retired and not while serving; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25705/21]
- 2021-05-19 Deputy Niall Collins asked the Minister for Defence if clarity will be provided in relation to a document (details supplied) regarding earnings in his Department; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26852/21]
Education 1 question
- 2021-05-18 Deputy Niall Collins asked the Minister for Education if students that paid for school transport for the term from Christmas to Easter 2021 will receive a refund given the service was never provided; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [26187/21]
Agriculture 1 question
- 2021-05-18 Deputy Niall Collins asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine if he will address a matter (details supplied) regarding microchipping; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26496/21]

New lobbying 27 returns

Society of the Irish Motor Industry Employment
- 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.
Irish Congress of Trade Unions · 2 returns Employment
- Rehab Enterprises in Limerick
- Rehab Enterprises in Limerick
Sisters of Mercy Environment
- The lobbying concerned the Climate Action Bill going through its second stage and being voted on in the DAIL
Lufthansa Technik Shannon Limited Employment
- Shannon based companies, LTSL and LTTS operate in the aviation maintenance sector, employing 730+ staff. The COVID-19 pandemic continues to have a devastating impact on our business and revenues have fallen significantly. Our correspondence to and meetings with government TDs and Ministers sought an extension to EWSS / State Covid supports. The company’s meetings with and correspondence to Clare County Council sought a reduction in rents and rates.
Ibec · 8 returns Education and Training · Health · Economic Development and Industry · Finance
- Midwest Regional Skills Fora
- Irish Medtech Association and Polymer Technology Ireland Manufacturing Engineering and Polymer Technology Apprenticeships
- Public Health Alcohol Act
- Business priorities for the mid-term Review of the National Development Plan (NDP)
- IFS Apprenticeships Programme
- Mid-West region investment priorities for the mid-term National Development Plan (NDP) review
- Apprenticeship Action Plan 2021 -2025
- Department of Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science's Three-Year Strategy
Janssen Sciences Ireland UC · 2 returns Economic Development and Industry
- Highlighting the importance of STEM education & apprenticeship training for pharmaceutical industry in Ireland as well as need for continued investment in local infrastructure
- Highlighting the importance of apprenticeship training programme for life sciences industry in Ireland
Dooley's Hotel Education and Training
- How the apprenticeship programmes are advertised and promoted.
Construction Industry Federation (CIF) Education and Training
- Meeting re Dept of FHERIS 3 Year Strategy
National Union of Journalists · 2 returns Communications
- Iconic Media need to recognise the union amongst their members
- Iconic Media need to recognise the union amongst their members
County Meath Chamber Education and Training
- Attended a Regional Skills Meeting through Mid East Regional Skills Forum with Minister Harris & Minister Collins
Threshold Housing
- Email to the Deputy
Troy Studios Arts
- Sharing of PwC industry commissioned report showing the positive contribution of Section 481 to the economy
Image Learning and Development Training Network, company Limited by Guarantee T/A HABIC Education and Training
- Detailed outline of the sector specific workforce development issues, including the need for enhanced supports for apprenticeships.
John Gallagher Education and Training
- Irish Federation of University Teachers (IFUT) policies on higher education
Dublin Chamber of Commerce Economic Development and Industry
- Communication on business skills policy
Limerick Chamber Transport
- Proposed measures in support of Shannon airport
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

Patrick O'Donovan — Fine Gael 0 votes · 0 questions · 25 new lobbying returns

New lobbying 25 returns

Society of the Irish Motor Industry Employment
- 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.
Sisters of Mercy Environment
- The lobbying concerned the Climate Action Bill going through its second stage and being voted on in the DAIL
Early Childhood Ireland Children and Youth Affairs
- The bespoke Employment Wage Subsidy Scheme (EWSS) for the childcare sector
Irish Congress of Trade Unions · 2 returns Employment
- Rehab Enterprises in Limerick
- Rehab Enterprises in Limerick
Tiernan Properties Development and Zoning
- Email on public policy regarding regional cities generally and Limerick city centre specifically
Irish Wildlife Trust CLG. · 2 returns Environment
- Reform of the Arterial Drainage Act
- River Drainage works
Environmental Pillar · 2 returns Environment
- Seek further consultation on Ireland's National Recovery and Resilience Plan
- Impacts on Water Framework Directive compliance of arterial drainage and flood works; implications of the new Water Framework Directive ruling on OPW works; Compliance of procedures with Habitats Directives; Soft engineering flood mitigation and alleviation via use of riparian native woodlands, swales and ponds; Natural river and stream restoration: timeline and plans for these actions
Ecocem Ireland Environment
- Low carbon materials in the Climate Action Bill
Lufthansa Technik Shannon Limited Employment
- Shannon based companies, LTSL and LTTS operate in the aviation maintenance sector, employing 730+ staff. The COVID-19 pandemic continues to have a devastating impact on our business and revenues have fallen significantly. Our correspondence to and meetings with government TDs and Ministers sought an extension to EWSS / State Covid supports. The company’s meetings with and correspondence to Clare County Council sought a reduction in rents and rates.
Ibec · 3 returns Economic Development and Industry
- Business priorities for the mid-term Review of the National Development Plan (NDP)
- Mid-West region investment priorities for the mid-term National Development Plan (NDP) review
- Ibec's 2021 Policy Priorities
NBI Infrastructure DAC Communications
- Public Policy or Programme
Sustainable Water Network (SWAN) Environment
- Arterial Drainage act - To protect our rivers we need to reform the Arterial drainage act. The Irish Wildlife Trust has started a petion.
Dublin Zoo Heritage
- The future mobility of the Phoenix Park
National Union of Journalists Communications
- Iconic Media need to recognise the union amongst their members
Macra na Feirme Agriculture
- Lough Funshinagh crisis - action needed for the local farmers
Insurance Ireland Banking and Financial Institutions
- On behalf of members, to highlight issues in relation to flooding.
Threshold Housing
- Email to the Deputy
Troy Studios Arts
- Sharing of PwC industry commissioned report showing the positive contribution of Section 481 to the economy
Alcohol Awareness Foundation Limited Health
- Letters sharing Drinkaware's MUP Explainer for the general public as an FYI
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

Richard O'Donoghue — Independent Ireland 0 votes · 0 questions · 28 new lobbying returns

New lobbying 28 returns

Sisters of Mercy Environment
- The lobbying concerned the Climate Action Bill going through its second stage and being voted on in the DAIL
Early Childhood Ireland Children and Youth Affairs
- The bespoke Employment Wage Subsidy Scheme (EWSS) for the childcare sector
Respect Vapers Health
- Legislation on vaping products
Lufthansa Technik Shannon Limited Employment
- Shannon based companies, LTSL and LTTS operate in the aviation maintenance sector, employing 730+ staff. The COVID-19 pandemic continues to have a devastating impact on our business and revenues have fallen significantly. Our correspondence to and meetings with government TDs and Ministers sought an extension to EWSS / State Covid supports. The company’s meetings with and correspondence to Clare County Council sought a reduction in rents and rates.
Ibec Economic Development and Industry
- Mid-West region investment priorities for the mid-term National Development Plan (NDP) review
Irish Congress of Trade Unions Employment
- Rehab Enterprises in Limerick
Pro Life Campaign Health
- Providing briefing material on the Health (Regulation of Termination of Pregnancy) (Foetal Pain Relief) Bill 2021
Simon Communities of Ireland · 2 returns Housing
- Prevention of Homelessness
- Residential Tenancies and Valuation Bill 2021
National Union of Journalists · 2 returns Communications
- Iconic Media need to recognise the union amongst their members
- Iconic Media need to recognise the union amongst their members
Irish Cancer Society Health
- Daffodil Day 2021
National Women's Council of Ireland Local Government
- Electoral Reform Bill
Community Law & Mediation Housing
- Report and draft legislation: Vacant homes under the Fair Deal Scheme: Part of the solution to the homeless crisis?
The Irish Farmers' Association - IFA · 2 returns Agriculture
- Beef and Suckler Sector
- Food Ombudsman/Regulator
Threshold Housing
- Email to the Deputy
Troy Studios Arts
- Sharing of PwC industry commissioned report showing the positive contribution of Section 481 to the economy
Friends of the Earth Energy and Natural Resources
- Solar Panel issues in Planning Regulations
Galway Chamber Public Expenditure and Reform
- Regional Airports
Vulcan Consulting Limited Sports and Recreation
- Sale of Tickets Legislation
Limerick Chamber Transport
- Proposed measures in support of Shannon airport
Irish Council for Civil Liberties Local Government
- Electoral Reform Bill
Amnesty International Ireland Local Government
- Joint submission to Oireachtas Joint Committee on Housing, Local Government and Heritage on definition of ‘political purposes’ as contained in General Scheme of the Electoral Reform Bill 2020
Limelight Communications Health
- Issues pertinent to older around health, loneliness, housing.
Irish Cattle and Sheep Farmers Association · 2 returns Agriculture · Health
- Regulator for beef sector
- Fair Deal Scheme
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