Limerick County — week of Mon, 17 Jan

Niall Collins — Fianna Fáil 0 votes · 25 questions · 32 new lobbying returns

Questions asked 25 total

Justice 11 questions
- 2022-01-19 Deputy Niall Collins asked the Minister for Justice the number of fixed charge notices issued to drivers for speeding by each Garda division in each of the years 2018, 2019, 2020 and 2021; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [2008/22]
- 2022-01-19 Deputy Niall Collins asked the Minister for Justice the number of drivers that paid a fixed charge penalty notice for speeding in each Garda division within the statutory payment timeframe in each of the years 2018, 2019, 2020 and 2021; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [2009/22]
- 2022-01-19 Deputy Niall Collins asked the Minister for Justice the number of drivers that availed of the third payment option and paid a fixed charge notice for speeding in each Garda division in each of the years 2018, 2019, 2020 and 2021; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [2010/22]
- 2022-01-19 Deputy Niall Collins asked the Minister for Justice the number of drivers listed in court for speeding by District Court in each of the years 2018, 2019, 2020 and 2021; the number of drivers convicted of speeding in each of the years by the District Court; the number of drivers who had their cases dismissed and struck out each year by District Court; the number of drivers’ driver licence numbers recorded on conviction of speeding in each year by District Court; the penalties imposed on conviction each year by District Court; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [2011/22]
- 2022-01-19 Deputy Niall Collins asked the Minister for Justice the number of drivers listed in court for speeding by District Court in each of the years 2018, 2019, 2020 and 2021 which resulted in the case being struck out due to summons not served for speeding offence; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [2012/22]
- 2022-01-19 Deputy Niall Collins asked the Minister for Justice the number of drivers listed in court for speeding by District Court in each of the years 2018, 2019, 2020 and 2021 which resulted in the case being struck out or dismissed due to the driver making a contribution to the court poor box; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [2013/22]
- 2022-01-19 Deputy Niall Collins asked the Minister for Justice the number of drivers that were not convicted in court for speeding offence in each of the years 2018, 2019, 2020 and 2021, by District Court due to the fact that they claimed in court the non-receipt of the original fixed charge notice for speeding; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [2014/22]
- 2022-01-19 Deputy Niall Collins asked the Minister for Justice the number of drivers listed in court for speeding by District Court in each of the years 2018, 2019, 2020 and 2021 which resulted in the case being struck out or dismissed due to the Garda or gardaí not being present; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [2015/22]
- 2022-01-19 Deputy Niall Collins asked the Minister for Justice the number of drivers listed in court for speeding by District Court in each the years 2018, 2019, 2020 and 2021 which resulted in the case being struck out or dismissed due to the Garda or gardaí not being present due to the garda or gardaí being under suspension from duty; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [2016/22]
- 2022-01-19 Deputy Niall Collins asked the Minister for Justice the number of Gardai on suspension by each Garda division in each of the years 2018, 2019, 2020 and to date in 2021; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [2017/22]
- 2022-01-19 Deputy Niall Collins asked the Minister for Justice the number of gardaí that stood suspended from duty on 31 December 2021 for 0 to 3, 0 to 6, 0 to 12, 0 to 18, 0 to 24, 0 to 36, 0 to 48 and in excess of 48 months, analysed by Garda division; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [2018/22]
Education 4 questions
- 2022-01-19 Deputy Niall Collins asked the Minister for Education if the mock junior certificate fee is waived for a student (details supplied) with a medical card; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [63441/21]
- 2022-01-19 Deputy Niall Collins asked the Minister for Education her views on matters raised by a person (details supplied) in correspondence in relation Covid-19 restrictions in special schools; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [1032/22]
- 2022-01-19 Deputy Niall Collins asked the Minister for Education her views on matters raised in correspondence (details supplied) in relation to safety in schools during the Covid-19 pandemic; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [1034/22]
- 2022-01-19 Deputy Niall Collins asked the Minister for Education if she will request the Teaching Council of Ireland to expedite an application (details supplied) in view of the shortage of teachers; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [2001/22]
Housing 2 questions
- 2022-01-19 Deputy Niall Collins asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the status of a project (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1179/22]
- 2022-01-19 Deputy Niall Collins asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage if the queries raised in correspondence (details supplied) will be addressed; the status of the proposal; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1180/22]
Transport 1 question
- 2022-01-19 Deputy Niall Collins asked the Minister for Transport when a licence will be issued to a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1197/22]
Finance 1 question
- 2022-01-19 Deputy Niall Collins asked the Minister for Finance the actions that are open to him to deal with the concerns of many in respect of the rising costs of insurance for community centres; if he will consider the matter of public liability, employment liability and directors liability; if assurances will be given in relation to same given the importance of community centres to local communities; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [63013/21]
Public 1 question
- 2022-01-19 Deputy Niall Collins asked the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform if the exceptional circumstances of a person (details supplied) will be considered; the actions that can be taken to address the Covid-19-related illness of the person; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1224/22]
Foreign 1 question
- 2022-01-19 Deputy Niall Collins asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs if his Department can confirm the travel status advice to Hong Kong on 19 December 2021 in view of the position of a person (details supplied) as per a request; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2007/22]
Social 1 question
- 2022-01-19 Deputy Niall Collins asked the Minister for Social Protection if she will address matters raised in correspondence in relation to a person (details supplied); the options that may be available to them; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [63625/21]
Health 1 question
- 2022-01-19 Deputy Niall Collins asked the Minister for Health if he will address matters raised in correspondence (details supplied) regarding Covid-19 recovery certificates; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1088/22]
Agriculture 1 question
- 2022-01-19 Deputy Niall Collins asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine if he will address the concerns outlined in correspondence (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [63523/21]
Rural 1 question
- 2022-01-19 Deputy Niall Collins asked the Minister for Rural and Community Development if she will address the concerns outlined in correspondence (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [63522/21]

New lobbying 32 returns

Restaurants Association of Ireland Tourism
- Briefing of the Fianna Fail Parliamentary Party
Muscular Dystrophy Society of Ireland GLC Budgetary matters
- As part of MDI's Pre-Budget 2022 campaign (see May-August 2021 return also), members were invited to take part in a letter-writing campaign to local TDs and senators, asking for their support for our submission. Key asks include: increase funding for Personal Assistance; increase core social welfare rates affecting people with MD and their carers; extend medical card eligibility for children aged 16 years and over who have MD; increase funding for housing/accommodation and supports etc.
Shannon Group plc Transport
- Ongoing supports required for the airport
Society of the Irish Motor Industry Taxation
- Budget Submission 2022 - SIMI prepares an annual Submission for the Budget. The Society held 2 lobbying days inviting all TDs and Senators to Buswells Hotel to outline the contents of the of the SIMI's Budget submission, focusing on the renewal of the national vehicle fleet with newer lower emitting vehicles
Irish National Organisation of the Unemployed Budgetary matters
- In September the INOU's 2022 Pre-Budget submission was sent to key Government Ministers and Ministers of State.
National Youth Council of Ireland Children and Youth Affairs
- Letter to number of Ministers and Senior Civil Servants with regard to the NYCI Pre-Budget Submission 2022
Tiernan Properties Economic Development and Industry
- Email on public policy regarding regional cities generally and Limerick city centre specifically
Image Learning and Development Training Network, company Limited by Guarantee T/A HABIC · 2 returns Budgetary matters · Education and Training
- Submission of the HABIC Pre- Budget Submission for the personal grooming industry
- Meeting with Minister Collins regarding learning and development in the personal grooming industry.
Limerick Chamber Economic Development and Industry
- Pre-Budget meeting to outline Mid West business priorities
CPL Fuels Ireland Ltd. Energy and Natural Resources
- To discuss and support the overdue announcement of a nationwide ban on smoky coal in Ireland; to highlight the problem of smuggling and cross border fuel sales
Dyslexia Association of Ireland Education and Training
- Oireachtas Presentation for Dyslexia Awareness Month presenting findings from a recent survey on the experiences of Irish people with dyslexia, and highlighting issues which need to be addressed.
The Irish Farmers' Association - IFA · 4 returns Agriculture · Budgetary matters
- Use of Peat in Horticulture
- IFA's Response to the CAP Funding Proposals 2023 – 2027.
- IFA Budget 2022 Submission - Tax Measures to Support Growth & Restructuring.
- IFA Budget 2022 Submission - Expenditure to Support Farm Enterprises.
DHR Consultancy Limited · 2 returns Health
- Programme for Government commitment to roll out free contraception - activity from 1 September
- Programme for Government commitment to roll out free contraception - activity from 1 September
Fórsa trade union Education and Training
- Seeking support for Fórsa's campaign to alter the minimum qualifications for a professional SNA grade in education.
Ibec Economic Development and Industry
- Budget 2022 priorities for the Mid-West region
IBM Education and Training
- IBM and Cisco jointly published a white paper on Accelerating Digital Skills in Ireland.
Macra na Feirme · 2 returns Budgetary matters · Finance
- Macra na Feirme 2022 Budget - Health
- Macra na Feirme 2022 Budget - VAT Review
The Alzheimer Society of Ireland Health
- The Alzheimer Society lobbied as part of its Pre Budget Submission for robust funding for dementia supports
Higher Education Colleges Association (HECA) Education and Training
- Exclusion of students studying at HECA member HEIs from the free COVID-19 rapid antigen tests
Mental Health Reform Health
- To advocate for legislative change and increased public funding for mental health.
An Cosan Education and Training
- The changes (learned in June 2021) from the original proposed changes to QQI Early Learning and Care professional awards to introduce a single shareable curriculum and a single collaborative network (Sept 2019).
Trócaire Budgetary matters
- Offical Development Assistance and Climate Justice
Amazon Web Services Education and Training
- To discuss the positive impact of AWS investment in Ireland and the benefits of cloud computing for digital transformation, as well as to update on AWS skills development and technology initiatives.
Troy Studios Arts
- Email letter on the changing nature and potential of the audio-visual sector and role of the Section 481 Taxes Consolidated Act 1997.
Irish Council for International Students (ICOS) Education and Training
- Wrote to all members of Oireachtas to invite to international student report launch
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 · 22 new lobbying returns

New lobbying 22 returns

Restaurants Association of Ireland Tourism
- Briefing of the Fine Gael Parliamentary Party
Muscular Dystrophy Society of Ireland GLC Budgetary matters
- As part of MDI's Pre-Budget 2022 campaign (see May-August 2021 return also), members were invited to take part in a letter-writing campaign to local TDs and senators, asking for their support for our submission. Key asks include: increase funding for Personal Assistance; increase core social welfare rates affecting people with MD and their carers; extend medical card eligibility for children aged 16 years and over who have MD; increase funding for housing/accommodation and supports etc.
Veon Limited Agriculture
- Highlight the crisis in the forestry applications and appeals system and the resultant loss of jobs and employment opportunites.
Society of the Irish Motor Industry Taxation
- Budget Submission 2022 - SIMI prepares an annual Submission for the Budget. The Society held 2 lobbying days inviting all TDs and Senators to Buswells Hotel to outline the contents of the of the SIMI's Budget submission, focusing on the renewal of the national vehicle fleet with newer lower emitting vehicles
Hume Brophy Public Expenditure and Reform
- The National Lottery Amendment Bill 2021
Irish National Organisation of the Unemployed Budgetary matters
- In September the INOU's 2022 Pre-Budget submission was sent to key Government Ministers and Ministers of State.
CPL Fuels Ireland Ltd. Energy and Natural Resources
- To discuss and support the overdue announcement of a nationwide ban on smoky coal in Ireland; to highlight the problem of smuggling and cross border fuel sales
Dyslexia Association of Ireland Education and Training
- Oireachtas Presentation for Dyslexia Awareness Month presenting findings from a recent survey on the experiences of Irish people with dyslexia, and highlighting issues which need to be addressed.
DHR Consultancy Limited Health
- Programme for Government commitment to roll out free contraception - activity from 1 September
Gibney Communications Agriculture
- To highlight the imminent crisis facing the horticultural sector as a result of restrictions placed on the harvesting of Irish horticultural peat.
Ibec Economic Development and Industry
- Economic policy and investment priorities for the Midwest Region
The Irish Farmers' Association - IFA · 4 returns Agriculture · Budgetary matters
- Flooding on the River Shannon
- IFA's Response to the CAP Funding Proposals 2023 – 2027.
- IFA Budget 2022 Submission - Tax Measures to Support Growth & Restructuring.
- IFA Budget 2022 Submission - Expenditure to Support Farm Enterprises.
Dublin Zoo Heritage
- Shared 10 Strategy Plan and requested financial support for Dublin Zoo and Fota Wildlife Park
The Alzheimer Society of Ireland Health
- The Alzheimer Society lobbied as part of its Pre Budget Submission for robust funding for dementia supports
ITMAC - Irish Tobacco Manufacturers' Advisory Committee Community
- End-of-year mailer to all Oireachtas members highlighting key 2021 successes of the Show Me ID - Be Age Ok responsible retailing programme.
Trócaire Budgetary matters
- Offical Development Assistance and Climate Justice
Troy Studios Arts
- Email letter on the changing nature and potential of the audio-visual sector and role of the Section 481 Taxes Consolidated Act 1997.
Irish Council for International Students (ICOS) Education and Training
- Wrote to all members of Oireachtas to invite to international student report launch
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 · 6 questions · 39 new lobbying returns

Questions asked 6 total

Health 2 questions
- 2022-01-19 Deputy Richard O'Donoghue asked the Minister for Health the actions that will be put in place to reduce the number of patients on trolleys in emergency departments; if his attention has been drawn to the fact that University Hospital Limerick has the highest number of patients on trolleys it is causing stress and concern to both patients and staff; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [63266/21]
- 2022-01-19 Deputy Richard O'Donoghue asked the Minister for Health the position regarding the issuing of Covid recovery certificates to persons if they are unable to obtain a PCR test and have recovered from Covid-19 due to the delay in PCR testing; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1294/22]
Finance 1 question
- 2022-01-19 Deputy Richard O'Donoghue asked the Minister for Finance the number of litres of white diesel, green diesel, kerosene and petrol that were imported here in 2019, 2020 and to 30 November 2021; the number of tonnes of coal and briquettes that were imported here in 2019, 2020 and to 30 November 2021; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [63371/21]
Education 1 question
- 2022-01-19 Deputy Richard O'Donoghue asked the Minister for Education if discussions are expected to give clarity to both leaving and junior certificate students if they can have the choice between predictive grades or sit the written exam given that it is causing a lot of stress to students as they do not know the situation; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [1293/22]
Further and Higher Education 1 question
- 2022-01-19 Deputy Richard O'Donoghue asked the Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science when construction apprentices can expect to complete their apprenticeships (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1149/22]
Agriculture 1 question
- 2022-01-19 Deputy Richard O'Donoghue asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine if flexibility will be given in relation to sheep inspections during the busy lambing months given the welfare issues regarding the moving of heavy in-lamb or recently lambed ewes (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1151/22]

New lobbying 39 returns

Cormac McKay · 3 returns Justice and Equality · Transport
- Petition for Citizens assembly
- Petition to request a feasibility study on The Dublin Loop underground tunnels and multi purpose adaptable Autonomous electric vehicles.
- petition to Ban all fossil fuel and hybrid vehicles advertising on all Irish media.
Muscular Dystrophy Society of Ireland GLC Budgetary matters
- As part of MDI's Pre-Budget 2022 campaign (see May-August 2021 return also), members were invited to take part in a letter-writing campaign to local TDs and senators, asking for their support for our submission. Key asks include: increase funding for Personal Assistance; increase core social welfare rates affecting people with MD and their carers; extend medical card eligibility for children aged 16 years and over who have MD; increase funding for housing/accommodation and supports etc.
Shannon Group plc Transport
- Ongoing supports required for the airport
Epilepsy Ireland Health
- Raising Epilepsy Ireland ongoing campaign on sodium valproate - need for inquiry, greater risk reduction measures and services for families.
Shannon Chamber Economic Development and Industry
- Follow on from Chambers Ireland call re COVID-19
RIAI Environment
- During Cop26 and coinciding with our annual Conference, which was attended by over 1,700 delegates, the RIAI has published a new climate change initiative – 2030 Climate Challenge – which is to encourage the profession and wider construction industry to achieve net zero whole life carbon for all new and retrofitted buildings by 2030.
Banking & Payments Federation Ireland Banking and Financial Institutions
- BPFI future of Banking Report
Limerick Chamber Economic Development and Industry
- Limerick Chamber Pre-Budget meeting and update on Mid West business priorities
SSE plc Energy and Natural Resources
- Maritime Area Planning Bill proposed amendments.
CPL Fuels Ireland Ltd. · 2 returns Energy and Natural Resources
- To discuss and support the overdue announcement of a nationwide ban on smoky coal in Ireland; to highlight the problem of smuggling and cross border fuel sales
- To discuss and support the overdue annoucemnent of a nationwide ban on smoky coal in Ireland; to highlight the problem of smuggling and cross border fuel sales
Dyslexia Association of Ireland Education and Training
- Oireachtas Presentation for Dyslexia Awareness Month presenting findings from a recent survey on the experiences of Irish people with dyslexia, and highlighting issues which need to be addressed.
DHR Consultancy Limited Health
- Programme for Government commitment to roll out free contraception - activity from 1 September
Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation Health
- Treatment of student nurse and midwives during pandemic and publication and implementation of the McHugh Report
Ibec · 2 returns Economic Development and Industry
- Economic policy and investment priorities for the Midwest Region
- Dáil decision on the Unified Patent Court
Liquid Gas Ireland Energy and Natural Resources
- To highlight the role of LPG and BioLPG in reducing greenhouse gas emissions and contributing to cleaner air in rural Ireland. Consumer choice and affordability of energy solutions will be key for the economic recovery of rural household and businesses in order to reduce carbon emissions.
The Irish Farmers' Association - IFA · 3 returns Environment · Budgetary matters
- Signpost Farms
- IFA Budget 2022 Submission - Tax Measures to Support Growth & Restructuring.
- IFA Budget 2022 Submission - Expenditure to Support Farm Enterprises.
Macra na Feirme · 12 returns Agriculture · Budgetary matters · Finance
- Macra na Feirme 2022 Budget Day
- Macra na Feirme 2022 Budget - Youth Work Funding
- Macra na Feirme 2022 Budget - Health
- Macra na Feirme 2022 Budget - VAT Review
- Macra na Feirme 2022 Budget - Farm Income & Tax
- Macra na Feirme 2022 Budget - Energy Generation
- Macra na Feirme 2022 Budget - Farmer Health, Safety & Wellbeing
- Macra na Feirme 2022 Budget - Capital Taxes
- Macra na Feirme 2022 Budget - Transport
- Macra na Feirme 2022 Budget - Sustainability Measures
- Macra na Feirme 2022 Budget - Youth Unemployment & Education
- Macra na Feirme 2022 Budget - Rural Infrastructure
Irish Planning Institute Housing
- Presentation and submission to the Joint Oireachtas Housing Committee on LRD Bill
Society of St. Vincent de Paul Energy and Natural Resources
- Engagement with elected officials on the recommendations contained in a joint report from SVP and Threshold on energy efficiency in the private rented sector
Irish Penal Reform Trust Justice and Equality
- All Party Oireachtas Group on Penal Reform
ITMAC - Irish Tobacco Manufacturers' Advisory Committee Community
- End-of-year mailer to all Oireachtas members highlighting key 2021 successes of the Show Me ID - Be Age Ok responsible retailing programme.
Irish Council for International Students (ICOS) Education and Training
- Wrote to all members of Oireachtas to invite to international student report launch

What your Limerick County TDs did this week

Questions asked 25 total

New lobbying 32 returns

New lobbying 22 returns

Questions asked 6 total

New lobbying 39 returns