Dublin Fingal East — week of Mon, 15 May

What your Dublin Fingal East TDs did this week

Mon, 15 May – 21 May 2023 · 3 TDs · 1 bill voted on · 13 questions · 140 new lobbying filings

Votes this week

Illegal Israeli Settlements Divestment Bill 2023

2023-05-17 · 1 vote · Sinn Féin PMB

A bill to impose certain prohibitions and restrictions with respect to the investment by the National Treasury Management Agency of the assets of the Ireland Strategic Investmen…

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A bill to impose certain prohibitions and restrictions with respect to the investment by the National Treasury Management Agency of the assets of the Ireland Strategic Investment Fund in undertakings which appear on the UN Database of companies operating in illegal Israeli settlements on Palestinian land; to require the Agency to ensure that such assets are not invested in such an undertaking (and, where it becomes aware that an undertaking in which such assets have been so invested by it is, or has been on the said UN database, to divest the assets of that fund from such investment); and to provide for related matters.

An amendment to the bill · motion passed 67–55

Voted for 1 Darragh O'Brien

Voted against 1 Duncan Smith

Did not vote 1 Ann Graves

Ann Graves — Sinn Féin 0 votes · 0 questions · 7 new lobbying returns

New lobbying 7 returns

Pinnacle Public Affairs Ltd · 2 returns Housing
- To ensure that lands at The Old Schoolhouse, Clonsilla were not subject to a 30metre buffer from residential development along the Royal Canal
- Strategic lands at Dunsink as outlined in the Fingal County Development would not be subject to a 30m buffer of housing development from the Royal Canal.
Corr & Associates Spatial Planning Ltd Development and Zoning
- Continued meetings from previous return, to discuss land use zoning objective changes during the Draft Fingal Development Plan 2023-2029.
Liam Moran Development and Zoning
- Material Alteration PA CH 1415. Section 14.18.4
Fingal Chamber of Commerce · 3 returns Development and Zoning
- Upgrade of Kilshane Cross Road and re-zone infill site to GE
- Seeking support in relation to the motion for Material Alteration of land at the Keogh’s Crisp site in Fingal which will facilitate the continued success of this North Dublin business and further support economic growth in the region.
- Support for motion by Aramex to change designated zoning of land from Rural to Economic

Darragh O'Brien — Fianna Fáil 1 vote · 0 questions · 91 new lobbying returns

New lobbying 91 returns

Safetynet Primary Care Social Protection
- Accommodation for a Protection Application
Dublin Chamber of Commerce Economic Development and Industry
- Dublin Chamber AGM Dinner 2023
Limelight Communications Housing
- Issues pertinent to older around housing.
Age & Opportunity Justice and Equality
- (1) The call to establish an Independent Commissioner for Ageing and Older People and (2) the need for a campaign to raise awareness and combat ageism
Disability Federation of Ireland Social Protection
- Cost of Living Package
Association of Insurance & Financial Brokers trading as Brokers Ireland Finance
- EU Retail Investment Strategy proposals regarding Commission
Environmental Pillar · 2 returns Environment
- Calling on elected representatives to support greater ambition within the negotiations with the European Commissions on the proposal for a regulation on Nature Restoration
- The need to reform the legal mandates of Coillte, Bord Na Móna and other public bodies
Dublin Simon Community Housing
- Advocating for funding for employee payments working in homeless services Dublin.
Meath Women's Aid Housing Association Company Limited by Guarantee Housing
- We sought a meeting with the Minister following a letter sent in November regarding our CAS approved project to build a new refuge
Castlethorn Housing
- Housing Supply
Coca-Cola Ireland Economic Development and Industry
- As part of 2023 St Patrick’s Day activities, at the request of IDA Ireland and the Consulate General of Ireland, Atlanta, Minister Darragh O'Brien visited Coca-Cola Headquarters. A discussion with the Minister and visiting officials covered the global business environment, Ireland’s forthcoming Deposit Return Scheme, international connectivity between Ireland and Georgia, and talent attraction opportunities.
Depaul · 2 returns Housing
- Interim NHAC Meeting, Wednesday 19th April, Main Conference Room Custom House Dublin 1
- NHAC Q1 , Custom House Dublin 1, Wednesday 8th March
Uplift Housing
- Called Darragh O'Brians office to request attendence at a Housing meeting in Fingal
Property Owners Association of Ireland Limited (IPOA) Housing
- Policy around the Private Rental Sector
Healthy Homes Ireland Housing
- Established in 2021, Healthy Homes Ireland is an initiative between the Irish Green Building Council and VELUX. It is led by a high-level steering group of 16 leaders in construction, engineering, architecture, public health, and the environment.
SeeBeyondBorders Ireland CLG Children and Youth Affairs
- We sent letters to local TD's about supporting the Put Children First: End Orphanage Care in Cambodiash Aid support of Cambodia informing the DPO of our work in educational change and the need for a policy shift to include education as a priority in addition to ordnance clearance which has been Ireland's focus over the last 2 decades
Premier Lotteries Ireland Designated Activity Company Public Expenditure and Reform
- Briefing on the operation of the National Lottery and the allocation of Good Causes funding
Threshold · 3 returns Housing
- Housing for All Stakeholder Conference
- National Homeless Action Committee
- Threshold put its name to a letter to the Minister.
CHILDREN'S RIGHTS ALLIANCE - REPUBLIC OF IRELAND LIMITED · 2 returns Children and Youth Affairs
- Refugee Accommodation and welfare issues for child refugees
- Child Poverty
The Irish Farmers' Association - IFA · 9 returns Environment · Agriculture · EU Affairs
- Nitrates Action Programme 2023 Review - Economic Impact
- Dog Attacks
- Nitrates Action Programme 2023 Review
- IFA Thomond Park Declaration on Climate Action - Balancing Climate Action and Food Production
- Nitrates Action Programme 2023 Review
- IFA Thomond Park Declaration on Climate Action - Environmental, Social & Economic Sustainability
- Nitrates Action Programme 2023 Review - Water Quality
- Nitrates Action Programme 2023 Review - Nitrates Derogation
- Horticulture Sector Crisis
Irish Congress of Trade Unions Energy and Natural Resources
- Public Water Services
The Iveagh Trust Housing
- Social housing development opportunities for the Iveagh Trust
Mercy Law Resource Centre CLG Housing
- Letter and meeting regarding proposed changes to rules for non-Irish nationals accessing social housing supports
Glenveagh Properties Plc Housing
- Housing for All and National Planning Framework
Galway Traveller Movement Housing
- Traveller Accomodation
Monkstown Abbey Road Residents Association Development and Zoning
- Raising awareness about impact of planning decisions by An Bord Pleanála and of Draft Planning and Development Bill on housing provision and sustainable community development
KPMG Taxation
- KPMG made a submission regarding how changes to the taxation of property could improve housing supply
Túath Housing Association Housing
- Official Opening
daa plc Transport
- Meeting with DPO to introduce the new daa CEO and to provide a general business review including updates on Dublin Airport, Cork Airport, Aer Rianta International, daa International
Cork Chamber · 2 returns Economic Development and Industry · Housing
- Letter sent regarding Housing and Apartment Development Viability
- Letter Sent regarding New Incentives Needed To Deliver Step Change In Housing Supply
Society of St. Vincent de Paul Housing
- Engagement with Minister and officials on the implementation for Housing for All and homeless prevention measures
Ibec · 4 returns Housing · Local Government · Economic Development and Industry
- Ministerial Guidelines on Sustainable Urban Housing: Design Standards for New Apartments
- PII priorities on Croi Conaithe (Cities)
- Upcoming referendums in Ireland
- Ibec's 'For Peace + Prosperity' Campaign
Hardware Association Ireland Housing
- Proposals to encourage use of Empty Homes
Construction Industry Federation (CIF) · 2 returns Housing
- ‘Housing for All’ meeting with the Taoiseach & Minister for Housing in Dept of An Taoiseach.
- ‘Housing for All’ in-person meeting with the Taoiseach & Minister for Housing in Dept of An Taoiseach.
ALONE Housing
- Housing policy and supports for older people, Housing for All, Housing Options for our Ageing Population
Waterford Chamber of Commerce · 2 returns Housing
- Housing Crisis
- Housing Crisis
PricewaterhouseCoopers Housing
- Contributed to a submission to the Minister for Finance (with Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage in copy) in relation to a technical legislative amendment to deferrals relating to the Residential Zoned Land Tax
Pathway Homes Ltd Development and Zoning
- Lobbied all Sligo County Councillors and Sligo CEO Martin Lydon, as well as housing Minister Darragh O'Brien and Eoin O'Broin Sinn Fein TD to remove land from the Strategic reserve in the Residential Zoned Land for current development.
Construction Defects Alliance Housing
- Redress Scheme for Apartment Owners affected by Fire and other Defects
Paul Allen & Associates Public Relations Housing
- Bringing empty and derelict homes back into use
Co-operative Housing Ireland Society Limited Housing
- New CALF lending restrictions - AHB'S
Montague Communications Ltd Housing
- Redress Scheme for Apartment Owners affected by Fire and other Defects
Anew Support Services CLG Housing
- Anew contacted government officials around securing supported accommodation for pregnant women and new mothers experiencing homelessness.
MediPro Life /EFFUA Housing
- To get planning permission or state approved land to build Safe Affordable and energy efficent homes
Ruhama Housing
- Access to housing for service users
Orsted Onshore Ireland Midco Limited Energy and Natural Resources
- Letter regarding the growth of renewable energy in Ireland and the policy challenges facing green energy developers.
Focus Ireland · 6 returns Housing
- Letter to Minister Darragh O'Brien from Irish Homeless Policy Group about the impact of ending the no-fault eviction ban.
- Letter to Minister Darragh O'Brien on improving the Tenant in Situ Scheme
- Email to Minister for Housing regarding joint paper from Focus Ireland and CAI on retention of small landlords in private rented market
- Email to Minister for Housing regarding joint paper from Focus Ireland and CAI on retention of small landlords in private rented market
- National Homeless Action Committee Meetings
- Phone call from Focus Ireland CEO to Minister for Housing on solutions for homeless families
LGBT Support and Advocacy Network Ireland CLG Health
- Health (Assisted Human Reproduction) Bill 2022
Migrant Rights Centre Ireland Justice and Equality
- Reception and support of refugees and asylum seekers and a strong response to far right activity
American Chamber of Commerce Ireland · 2 returns Housing · Economic Development and Industry
- Consultation on Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage's Statement of Strategy
- AmCham 2023 US-Ireland Business Report
Banking & Payments Federation Ireland · 2 returns Banking and Financial Institutions
- MTR Scheme
- Housing market, Vacant Homes, MTR schemes
Age Action Social Protection
- Email to all TDs and Senators about the lost spending power of the State Pension
Respond Housing
- Social and Cost Rental Housing Delivery
Irish Wildbird Conservancy Marine
- Article 17 of the Common Fisheries Policy & Supporting the Low Impact Fishers of Europe's call for an all-round and comprehensive response to implement Article 17
Courtown Community Council Development and Zoning
- Contact made in relation to land transfer proposal going forward to Wexford County Council where the Council will dispose of a public land site in return for a site currently owner by a private developer.
Consultative Committee of Accountancy Bodies Ireland Taxation
- Representations made on tax measures to alleviate the housing crisis
Family Carers Ireland Community
- ADHD awareness swords
Rare Diseases Ireland Health
- Get Rare Aware - asking politicians to press government to deliver on Prog for government promise: Supporting the medical genetics service in Our Lady’s Children Hospital, Crumlin
Meta Platforms Ireland Ltd Housing
- Discussion regarding the Electoral Reform Act 2022
Macra na Feirme Housing
- That draft national planning guidelines make youth sustainability in rural areas a priority
Allianz plc Housing
- A letter from Allianz Ireland CEO Phillip Gronemeyer to Minister for Housing Darragh O'Brien and Minister for State Jennifer Carroll-MacNeill to inform their departments about Allianz Ireland’s new Climate Safe Homes initiative.
Empower the Family CLG Housing
- Site in Ballymun
Simon Communities of Ireland Housing
- Ending of the Temporary Ban on Evictions
Irish Hotels Federation Tourism
- Seeking measures to support recovery of Ireland's tourism and hospitality in response to global economic uncertainty, the energy crisis and increased levels inflation and cost of doing business
Abbey Theatre Arts
- Communications with Public Representatives in relation to the Business Case for the Redevelopment of the Abbey Theatre connected to Project Ireland 2040

Duncan Smith — Labour Party 1 vote · 13 questions · 42 new lobbying returns

Questions asked 13 total

Transport 5 questions
- 2023-05-16 Deputy Duncan Smith asked the Minister for Transport if there is a timeframe of an assessment on increasing capacity as per the Greater Dublin Area Transport Strategy 2022-2042 states in section 12.4.11 regional and intercity services that the NTA, in conjunction with Irish Rail, will undertake an assessment of the need for further infrastructural enhancements on the northern and south east lines to facilitate the combination of intercity and commuter services”; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22977/23]
- 2023-05-16 Deputy Duncan Smith asked the Minister for Transport if the Wexford-Waterford rail line will be in operation in time for Fleadh Cheoil 2024 to give passengers from Waterford, Cork, Limerick, and Galway a direct sustainable transport option to attend the Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22978/23]
- 2023-05-16 Deputy Duncan Smith asked the Minister for Transport what plans there are to implement the improvements stated in the Rail Alternative Assessment Report prepared by a company (details supplied) as part of the N24 Waterford to Cahir and N24 Cahir to Limerick Junction project, which states that minor upgrades to the Limerick-Waterford railway line can deliver an end to end journey time of 1 hour 50 minutes, while full route modernisation delivers a Waterford-Limerick journey time of 1 hour 30 minutes; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22979/23]
- 2023-05-16 Deputy Duncan Smith asked the Minister for Transport if he will provide a timeline for repair and when the bridge will be operational again for the Barrow Bridge on the Wexford-Waterford railway, the costings related to the repair of the bridge, as the Barrow Bridge on the Wexford-Waterford railway line has been out of service since 2022 due to a bridge strike while awaiting repair pending the outcome of the All-Island Strategic Rail Review; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22980/23]
- 2023-05-16 Deputy Duncan Smith asked the Minister for Transport the amount invested in the Waterford to Limerick rail line for improvement and safety works, including the laying of continuous welded rail since 2010; the lack of a speedier service and increased frequency since 2010; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22981/23]
Housing 4 questions
- 2023-05-16 Deputy Duncan Smith asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage if the 15 AHB housing units (details supplied) approved for construction in Ballyglass Road, Howth, Fingal, in July 2015 have finished construction; if so, their completion date; the final number of units delivered; the total cost of the project; if the development was officially opened by a Minister; if so, when that happened; if not, the reason for the project not proceeding; the current status of the project; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22947/23]
- 2023-05-16 Deputy Duncan Smith asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage if the eight local authority housing units approved for construction in The Grange, Ballyboughal, Fingal, in May 2015 have finished construction; if so, their completion date; the final number of units delivered; the total cost of the project; if the development was officially opened by a Minister; if so, when that happened; if not, the reason for the project not proceeding; the current status of the project; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22948/23]
- 2023-05-16 Deputy Duncan Smith asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage if the four AHB housing units (details supplied) approved for construction in College Street, Baldoyle, Fingal, in July 2015 have finished construction; if so, their completion date; the final number of units delivered; the total cost of the project; if the development was officially opened by a Minister; if so, when that happened; if not, the reason for the project not proceeding; the current status of the project; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22949/23]
- 2023-05-16 Deputy Duncan Smith asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage to outline the process for allocating cost rental properties managed by approved housing associations, in particular, given concerns raised by the general public in Donabate regarding a number of cost rental properties managed by an organisation (details supplied) which have already been allocated without any local people being afforded an opportunity to apply for same; how he proposes to ensure fairness and transparency in any future cost rental applications process; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22984/23]
Health 2 questions
- 2023-05-16 Deputy Duncan Smith asked the Minister for Health when the scheme for GP-only cards for households earning under €46,000 per year will be operational; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22577/23]
- 2023-05-16 Deputy Duncan Smith asked the Minister for Health if a medical card review can be expedited for a person (details supplied). [23060/23]
Education 2 questions
- 2023-05-18 Deputy Duncan Smith asked the Minister for Education if she will confirm whether plans, drawings, or both, have been drawn up for the provision of a primary school at lands in Corballis, Donabate; if so, if she will provide a copy of same; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [23916/23]
- 2023-05-18 Deputy Duncan Smith asked the Minister for Education the up-to-date position with assistance for the Junior Certificate for a candidate (details supplied) in County Kildare; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [23918/23]

New lobbying 42 returns

Institute of Professional Auctioneers and Valuers Housing
- Presented Oireachtas members with IPAV's latest Residential Property Price Barometer and report on the opportunity arising from the use of vacant homes to increase Ireland's housing stock and minimise carbon emissions.
Age & Opportunity Justice and Equality
- (1) The call to establish an Independent Commissioner for Ageing and Older People and (2) the need for a campaign to raise awareness and combat ageism
Environmental Pillar · 2 returns Environment
- Calling on elected representatives to support greater ambition within the negotiations with the European Commissions on the proposal for a regulation on Nature Restoration
- The need to reform the legal mandates of Coillte, Bord Na Móna and other public bodies
Instinctif Partners Public Affairs Ireland Health
- Engagement with Irish and EU policy makers regarding EU regulation affecting pressurised Metered Dose Inhalers (pMDIs)
BioMarin International Limited Health
- Rare Disease Policy in Ireland
Insurance Ireland Banking and Financial Institutions
- On behalf of members, providing input into debate on access to financial services
Uber Transport
- Correspondence and engagement on the taxi shortage in Ireland
SeeBeyondBorders Ireland CLG Children and Youth Affairs
- We sent letters to local TD's about supporting the Put Children First: End Orphanage Care in Cambodiash Aid support of Cambodia informing the DPO of our work in educational change and the need for a policy shift to include education as a priority in addition to ordnance clearance which has been Ireland's focus over the last 2 decades
Oxfam Ireland Health
- Oxfam has been lobbying to waive intellectual property rights to the COVID vaccine, diagnostics and treatment. Oxfam is lobbying for the Irish government to support our positions on the Pandemic Treaty currently being negotiated by the WHO.
Premier Lotteries Ireland Designated Activity Company Public Expenditure and Reform
- Briefing on the operation of the National Lottery and the allocation of Good Causes funding
CHILDREN'S RIGHTS ALLIANCE - REPUBLIC OF IRELAND LIMITED Children and Youth Affairs
- Advocacy on Children's Rights Alliance Report Card 2023
The Prevention and Early Intervention Network Children and Youth Affairs
- Request was made to 4 TDs to raise PQs regarding (1) First 5 and (2) children's health & development checks - one PQ each
Home and Community Care Ireland Health
- Meetings and briefings on general issues affecting home care sector
National Youth Council of Ireland Transport
- Reduction of transport costs for those under 25 years
Vertex Pharmaceuticals (Europe) Limited Health
- Access to cystic fibrosis medicines in Ireland
Stratagem (NI) Ltd Health
- Provision of audiology services and eye care services
Nursing Homes Ireland Health
- Met with Deputy Duncan Smith in relation to delays in the pandemic recognition payment for staff and also to inform him of the significant challenges in the sector due to cost pressures and workforce challenges
The Alzheimer Society of Ireland Health
- Meeting of the All Party Oireachtas Group on Dementia
Janssen Sciences Ireland UC Health
- Sharing Invite to discussion series on 'Ireland & the European Health Union Series: What will it mean for rare disease''
Construction Defects Alliance Housing
- Redress Scheme for Apartment Owners affected by Fire and other Defects
Intuit Inc. Banking and Financial Institutions
- Requested and had meetings with relevant Ministers, politicians and officials with the aim of seeking information on possible supports available to Intuit, a multinational IT company considering transferring its European HQ to Dublin.
Montague Communications Ltd · 2 returns Employment · Housing
- Need for strengthening of legislation to enable workers who want to work extra hours to be able to do so
- Redress Scheme for Apartment Owners affected by Fire and other Defects
Hanover Media Strategy Limited Health
- The landscape for innovative and precision medicines in Ireland.
Age Action · 2 returns Health · Social Protection
- Briefing to Labour Party Health Spokesperson
- Email to all TDs and Senators about the lost spending power of the State Pension
Alcohol Action Ireland Health
- Office for Alcohol Harm Reduction
Milltown Partners Group Limited Economic Development and Industry
- Requested meetings with relevant Ministers, politicians and officials with the aim of seeking information on possible supports available to Intuit ( https://www.intuit.com/ ) a multinational IT company considering transferring European HQ to Dublin.
Irish Cancer Society Children and Youth Affairs
- Maternity leave entitlements for cancer patients
Multiple Sclerosis Ireland Health
- MS Ireland lobbied Oireachtas members to support our ask for sustainable funding for a national physiotherapy programme for people living with MS and other neurological conditions
Pender & Associates Ltd Health
- Key issues affecting homecare services in Ireland
The Irish Farmers' Association - IFA · 6 returns Environment
- Thomond Park Declaration on Climate Action - Land Use Change Issues
- IFA Thomond Park Declaration on Climate Action - Balancing Climate Action and Food Production
- IFA Thomond Park Declaration on Climate Action - Accurate Calculation of Emissions & Removals
- IFA Thomond Park Declaration on Climate Action - The Risk of Carbon Leakage
- IFA Thomond Park Declaration on Climate Action - New Funding
- IFA Thomond Park Declaration on Climate Action - Environmental, Social & Economic Sustainability
Irish Wildbird Conservancy Marine
- Article 17 of the Common Fisheries Policy & Supporting the Low Impact Fishers of Europe's call for an all-round and comprehensive response to implement Article 17
Irish Dental Association Health
- Public dental services
Rare Diseases Ireland Health
- Get Rare Aware - asking politicians to press government to deliver on Prog for government promise: Supporting the medical genetics service in Our Lady’s Children Hospital, Crumlin
Irish Penal Reform Trust Justice and Equality
- IPRT attendance at Mental Health Reform event in Mansion House to engage with TDs/Sentaors.