Waterford — week of Mon, 15 May — Watch Them Work

What your Waterford TDs did this week

Mon, 15 May – 21 May 2023 · 4 TDs · 1 bill voted on · 17 questions · 244 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 2 Marc Ó Cathasaigh · Mary Butler

Voted against 1 David Cullinane

Did not vote 2 Conor D McGuinness · John Cummins

Conor D McGuinness — Sinn Féin 0 votes · 0 questions · 0 new lobbying returns

Quiet week — no questions filed or new lobbying returns.

David Cullinane — Sinn Féin 1 vote · 10 questions · 51 new lobbying returns

Questions asked 10 total

Health 8 questions
- 2023-05-16 Deputy David Cullinane asked the Minister for Health if he will provide an update on plans to deliver a living wage for home support workers and healthcare assistants; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22647/23]
- 2023-05-16 Deputy David Cullinane asked the Minister for Health if he has conducted any analysis of the cost of ensuring a living wage for health care assistants who are providing services in nursing homes to people whose care is funded under the nursing home support scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22763/23]
- 2023-05-16 Deputy David Cullinane asked the Minister for Health the estimated cost of ensuring a living wage for healthcare assistants and home support workers who are providing publicly contracted home support hours, whether they work for the HSE or another provider; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22764/23]
- 2023-05-16 Deputy David Cullinane asked the Minister for Health the hourly cost of the HSE directly providing home care services; the cost per hour; the equivalent cost for a whole-time equivalent worker; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22765/23]
- 2023-05-16 Deputy David Cullinane asked the Minister for Health the additional revenue cost of staffing and servicing the additional acute inpatient beds added to the health service in each of the years 2019 to 2022. [23012/23]
- 2023-05-16 Deputy David Cullinane asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 785 of 13 January 2021, the status of the licensing and reimbursement of jorveza, used to treat eosinophilic oesophagitis, on the drug payment scheme. [23105/23]
- 2023-05-18 Deputy David Cullinane asked the Minister for Health the number of occupational health reviews which have taken place in relation to long-Covid or similar indication, in tabular form; the number of workers who sought leave on the basis of long-Covid; the number of workers asked to return despite claims of long-Covid; the number of workers granted leave, by length of leave in timebands; the number of workers who sought additional leave beyond initially sanctioned leave; and the number of workers granted long-term leave. [23638/23]
- 2023-05-18 Deputy David Cullinane asked the Minister for Health the all-in final capital cost of developing the new Waterford residential care centre; the number of beds; the all-in revenue cost of staffing and servicing the facility; and the whole-time equivalent requirements. [23727/23]
Housing 2 questions
- 2023-05-18 Deputy David Cullinane asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the number of social and affordable homes to be delivered in Waterford in 2023; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23593/23]
- 2023-05-18 Deputy David Cullinane asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the number of social and affordable homes delivered in Waterford in 2022 and to date in 2023; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23591/23]

New lobbying 51 returns

Heneghan PR Health
- Briefing elected reps on the services Dermview provide and how they could assist the HSE
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
FTI Consulting Health
- Jazz Pharmaceuticals requested a meeting to discuss Jazz’s operations in Ireland and regulatory approved cannabis-based medicines.
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
The Union of Students in Ireland Education and Training
- USI Lobby Day
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
Oxfam Ireland · 3 returns 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.
- COVID vaccine access, the TRIPS waiver and Pandemic treaty
- Pandemic treaty
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
Home and Community Care Ireland Social Protection
- Campaign to change eligibility rules for social welfare benefits
The Irish Farmers' Association - IFA · 11 returns Environment · EU Affairs · Agriculture
- Nitrates Action Programme 2023 Review - Economic Impact
- Thomond Park Declaration on Climate Action - Land Use Change Issues
- Nitrates Action Programme 2023 Review
- 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
- Nitrates Action Programme 2023 Review
- IFA Thomond Park Declaration on Climate Action - New Funding
- 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
Hanover Media Strategy Limited Health
- Rare Disease Policy
Vertex Pharmaceuticals (Europe) Limited Health
- Access to cystic fibrosis medicines in Ireland
Hibernia College Education and Training
- Correspondence ensuring the BSc (Hons) in Nursing in General Nursing and the commitment by the HSE to facilitate the specialist placements.
Waterford Chamber of Commerce · 3 returns Education and Training · Housing · Economic Development and Industry
- Support for SETU Veterinary Faculty application
- Housing Crisis
- Waterford Economic Research Reports
Janssen Sciences Ireland UC Health
- Sharing Invite to discussion series on 'Ireland & the European Health Union Series: What will it mean for rare disease''
Mental Health Reform Health
- New CEO of the HSE priorities
The Alzheimer Society of Ireland Health
- Invitation to opening of new ASI service and Tea Day event
LGBT Support and Advocacy Network Ireland CLG Health
- Health (Assisted Human Reproduction) Bill 2022
Irish Kidney Association Health
- Document sent on the Human Tissue Bill
Alcohol Action Ireland Health
- Sale of Alcohol Bill
221+ Patient Suport Group Health
- Patient Safety (Notifiable Incidents and Open Disclosure) Bill 2019
Irish Family Planning Association Health
- National and international policy on sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR)
Age Action Social Protection
- Email to all TDs and Senators about the lost spending power of the State Pension
Irish Cancer Society · 3 returns Health · Children and Youth Affairs
- Oireachtas Committee on Health
- Maternity leave entitlements for cancer patients
- Daffodil Day 2023
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 · 2 returns Health
- Key issues affecting homecare services in Ireland
- Medicine shortages in Ireland
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
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 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
Vulcan Consulting Limited Health
- EU Pharmaceutical Strategy

John Cummins — Fine Gael 0 votes · 0 questions · 31 new lobbying returns

New lobbying 31 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
Arthur Edward Guinness Community
- Return to public purposefulness for The Iveagh Markets (heritage real estate) which have become neglected
Tramore Water Centre Group CLG Energy and Natural Resources
- Subvention of energy costs for community companies operating swimming pools
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
Uisce Éireann Housing
- Discussion regarding the draft Planning and Development Bill
The Irish Farmers' Association - IFA · 8 returns Environment · EU Affairs · Agriculture · Marine
- Nitrates Action Programme 2023 Review - Economic Impact
- 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
- General Scheme of Marine Protected Areas Bill 2022
Glenveagh Properties Plc Housing
- Housing for All and National Planning Framework
GIY Ireland Environment
- Discussion about IEP Fund with DOJ
Ibec Housing
- Ibec's 'Better Housing, Better Business' campaign
Waterford Chamber of Commerce · 2 returns Education and Training · Economic Development and Industry
- Support for SETU Veterinary Faculty application
- Waterford Economic Research Reports
Wind Energy Ireland Housing
- Planning and Development Bill 2022
Montague Communications Ltd Employment
- Need for strengthening of legislation to enable workers who want to work extra hours to be able to do so
The Alzheimer Society of Ireland Health
- Invitation to opening of new ASI service and Tea Day event
LGBT Support and Advocacy Network Ireland CLG Health
- Health (Assisted Human Reproduction) Bill 2022
Age Action Social Protection
- Email to all TDs and Senators about the lost spending power of the State Pension
Construction Industry Federation (CIF) Housing
- Joint Oireachtas Committee meeting on new Planning Bill
Environmental Pillar Environment
- Draft Planning and Development Bill, 2022
Irish Wildbird Conservancy · 2 returns Marine
- Marine Protected Area General Scheme
- 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
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 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
Vulcan Consulting Limited Housing
- Housing for All and National Planning Framework

Mary Butler — Fianna Fáil 1 vote · 0 questions · 56 new lobbying returns

New lobbying 56 returns

Huntington's Disease Association of Ireland Health
- To advocate for a coordinated specialist service for families affected by Huntington’s Disease.
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
The National Advocacy Service for People with Disabilities Health
- posted hard copies of our recently published casebooks to all members of the Oireachtas
Instinctif Partners Public Affairs Ireland Health
- Engagement with Irish and EU policy makers regarding EU regulation affecting pressurised Metered Dose Inhalers (pMDIs)
Tramore Water Centre Group CLG Energy and Natural Resources
- Subvention of energy costs for community companies operating swimming pools
COPE Galway CLG Finance
- Request for additional financial support for the work of COPE Galway in supporting older people to continue to live independently in their own homes in the community and to continue to positively impact on the their lives.
Pfizer · 2 returns Health · Economic Development and Industry
- Ireland's pricing and reimbursement system and funding for new medicines
- Pfizer recent 1.2 billion euro investment in Ireland operations creating 400-500 jobs
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
Federation of Optometrists and Dispensing Opticians Health
- FODO Ireland sent a written submission to the Department of Health, upon invitation, with evidence to the review of the COSS contract.
Pinnacle Public Affairs Ltd Employment
- Employment Permits Bill 2022
Home and Community Care Ireland · 2 returns Health
- Meetings and briefings on general issues affecting home care sector
- HSE Home Support Tender 2023
The Irish Farmers' Association - IFA · 8 returns Environment · EU Affairs · Health · Agriculture
- Nitrates Action Programme 2023 Review - Economic Impact
- Nitrates Action Programme 2023 Review
- IFA Thomond Park Declaration on Climate Action - Balancing Climate Action and Food Production
- Green Ribbon Campaign
- 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
Mercy Law Resource Centre CLG Housing
- Launch event for policy report on Mental Health and Social Housing
Pieta House Health
- Requested statutory support for Pieta's self-harm and suicide intervention programmes and for full implementation of Sharing the Vision
GIY Ireland Education and Training
- Email following report (JCEFHERIS Report on Mental Health Supports in Schools and Tertiary Education) that referenced GIY
Stratagem (NI) Ltd Health
- Provision of audiology services and eye care services
Nursing Homes Ireland · 2 returns Health
- Recently appointed NHI Chair Jillian Van Turnhout and Chief Executive Tadhg Daly met with Minister for Older People Mary Butler and Department of Health officials in Leinster House in February. The focus for NHI was the continued cost pressures that are threatening the viability of private and voluntary nursing home care
- To inform the Ministers of the current crisis in care in the nursing home sector and the severity of this crisis and the implications it is having on the ground.
Waterford Chamber of Commerce · 2 returns Education and Training · Economic Development and Industry
- Support for SETU Veterinary Faculty application
- Waterford Economic Research Reports
Mental Health Reform · 2 returns Children and Youth Affairs
- Assisted Decision-Making (Capacity) Act 2015
- Reform of the Mental Health Act 2001 & Improvement in CAMHS
The Alzheimer Society of Ireland · 2 returns Health
- Discussion around The ASI services
- Informal lobbying and service development conversation with Minister for Older People
LGBT Support and Advocacy Network Ireland CLG · 2 returns Health
- Health (Assisted Human Reproduction) Bill 2022
- Invite to speak
American Chamber of Commerce Ireland Economic Development and Industry
- AmCham 2023 US-Ireland Business Report
Age Action Social Protection
- Email to all TDs and Senators about the lost spending power of the State Pension
College of Psychiatrists of Ireland Health
- Letter to Ministers Donnelly and Butler re new HSE roles - the National Clinical Lead for CAMHS an Children and AND for same - Mental Health Serivces
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 sector
Irish Cancer Society Health
- Daffodil Day 2023
Chambers Ireland · 4 returns Economic Development and Industry · Education and Training · Environment · Housing
- Productivity and Competitiveness
- Skills and Talent
- Decarbonisation and Energy
- Urbanisation and Housing
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
Youth Work Ireland Children and Youth Affairs
- Briefing for all Oireachtas members on our work with an emphasis on constituecnies with members, flyer with 3 "asks" distributed on RSE Curriculum change, youth work funding and Youth Mental Health
Laois Chamber Alliance Economic Development and Industry
- Lobbying on the Chambers Ireland 2023 priorities for business
Family Carers Ireland Community
- Briefing on Waterford Carer Support
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 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
Women for Election Justice and Equality
- Increasing the number of women elected as TD's and Local Councillors. Maternity Leave for Public Representatives. Gender Quotas in Local, European and Seanad Elections. Tackling abuse of politicians. Research of the barriers to women's participation in politics. Remote voting for Dail and Seanad. Childcare/Care expenses to be included in SIPO eligible expenses
Bloomfield Health Services Health
- Raise awareness of the need for Huntington's Disease and Bloomfield potential role in providing same. Inclusion of Bloomfield in the services covered by the PSRP scheme.
Transgender Equality Network Ireland Health
- Invite to Event