Cork North-Central — week of Mon, 15 Jan

What your Cork North-Central TDs did this week

Mon, 15 Jan – 21 Jan 2024 · 5 TDs · 2 bills voted on · 127 questions · 312 new lobbying filings

Votes this week

An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business

2024-01-17 · 1 vote

The week's Dáil business schedule · motion passed 78–61

Voted for 2 Colm Burke · Pádraig O'Sullivan

Voted against 2 Mick Barry · Thomas Gould

Did not vote 2 Eoghan Kenny · Ken O'Flynn

Thirty-ninth Amendment of the Constitution (The Family) Bill 2023: Committee and Remaining Stages

2024-01-17 · 1 vote

An amendment to the bill · motion failed 55–76

Voted for 2 Mick Barry · Thomas Gould

Voted against 2 Colm Burke · Pádraig O'Sullivan

Did not vote 2 Eoghan Kenny · Ken O'Flynn

Colm Burke — Fine Gael 2 votes · 91 questions · 97 new lobbying returns

Questions asked 91 total

Health 27 questions
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Health which recommendations from the 2015 Oireachtas Joint Committee on Health and Children Report on the Cost of Medical Indemnity Insurance have been implemented; the plans for those recommendations which have not been implemented yet; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [56348/23]
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Health if he will increase investment in mental health, including children’s mental health, to ensure that the overall annual allocation for mental health is in line with recommendations made by the WHO and under Sláintecare; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [56623/23]
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Health if he will create a ring-fenced budget for children’s mental health; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [56624/23]
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Health if he will take the necessary steps to ensure that expenditure on children’s mental health is made more visible and transparent, including in the annual health budget and via the HSE’s National Service Plan; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [56625/23]
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Health to provide specific data to identify and track how funds allocated to children’s mental health are spent and what the associated outcomes are for children; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [56626/23]
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Health if he will put in place a standard operating procedure across all CAMHS teams, without exception, ensuring that all children in all areas receive the same high-quality service and that all staff members are following the same referral criteria in order to guarantee the same quality of care; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [56627/23]
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Health if he will review the operation of CAMHS in line with Mental Health Commission recommendations, noting that the current model of care places the onus on a single professional; if he will consider a more multi-disciplinary approach in line with other European countries; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [56628/23]
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Health if he will investigate professional misconduct within CAMHS in a timely manner in order that the trust of parents and children may be restored; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [56629/23]
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Health if will consider establishing a national heart failure registry to equip planners and healthcare professionals with the necessary information for the purposes of reducing excessive mortality and curtail hospital admission rates; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [56631/23]
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Health if he will give due consideration to expanding psychological support services to heart failure patients, currently available in only four hospitals in the State; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [56632/23]
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Health if he will take the necessary steps to ensure that all heart failure patients are eligible for a medical card and to remove prescription charges, in light of the significant financial pressure faced by sufferers and the anxiety caused by a condition that results in the death of over one in three sufferers within five years; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [56633/23]
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Health if he will allocate funding for the investment in practical, social and emotional supports in the community for heart failure patients for the purposes of reducing readmissions and improve quality of life for same, given that such community supports currently do not receive any statutory funding and should be recognised as an integral part of heart failure services and included in the HSE'S Model of Care; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [56635/23]
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Health if he will arrange for his Department and the HSE to undertake a full assessment of the economic impact of heart failure on patients; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [56636/23]
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Health if consideration will be given to the key recommendations set out in an online submission by an organisation (details supplied) to CORU; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [56888/23]
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Health that due consideration be given to the development of clarity around the nature of the work of psychotherapists, in particular including the differentiation between psychotherapists from counsellors, as per the key recommendations set out in a submission (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [56889/23]
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Health that due consideration be given to the setting of the threshold level of entry to the register for psychotherapists at level 9 on the NFQ and that additional proficiencies be added as described in a submission (details supplied) to address the higher educational level, clinical supervision as integral to the programme and personal and professional growth and development arising from engagement in personal psychotherapeutic experience; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [56890/23]
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Health if due consideration will be given to the inclusion within the framing of training programmes for psychotherapists of personal psychotherapy/personal psychotherapeutic experience, as per the key recommendations set out in a submission (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [56891/23]
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Health if due consideration will be given to revisiting of details around direct observation of clinical practice within training, as per the key recommendations set out in a submission made by an organisation (details supplied) to CORU; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [56892/23]
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Health if due will be given to the revisiting of details around practice placement context and clinical supervision, as per the key recommendations set out in a submission made by an organisation (details supplied) to CORU; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [56893/23]
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Health the number of prescriptions issued for fentanyl as part of a public drug scheme or in a HSE hospital, psychiatric facility or primary care setting and by a private GP from 2011 to date in 2024, in tabular form. [1055/24]
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Health the number of prescriptions issued for codeine as part of a public drug scheme or in a HSE hospital, psychiatric facility or primary care setting and by a private GP from 2011 to date in 2024, in tabular form. [1056/24]
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Health for an update on the review carried out by the Health Products Regulatory Authority on the sale of codeine containing medicinal products; and when that review will be completed. [1057/24]
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Health if he intends to publish the review of the Health Products Regulatory Authority on the sale of codeine containing medicinal products once it is received by the Department. [1058/24]
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Health if his attention has been drawn to reports of increasing the misuse of fentanyl (details supplied); the measures that the Department is taking to tackle fentanyl misuse; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1059/24]
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Health if his attention has been drawn to alerts issued by the HSE on ketamine (details supplied); the measures that his Department is taking to tackle ketamine use; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1099/24]
- 2024-01-18 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Health the current status of progress toward a new elective hospital for Cork; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1927/24]
- 2024-01-18 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Health to clarify the current position in respect of the transfer of ophthalmology services from Cork University Hospital to South Infirmary-Victoria University Hospital, in view of the fact that a new outpatient's unit and two new theatres have been built; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1928/24]
Agriculture 13 questions
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine what action his Department is taking to ensure the development of community-based local food growing strategies, given strategies such as these have many benefits including physical, mental health and educational gains and to assist in biodiversity and environmental commitments; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1232/24]
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine if he will consider reviewing his Department's recent decision to award ACRES-CP payments to farmers in the scheme in February 2024 instead of December 2023, given that this decision may cause undue financial hardship to farmers; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [56887/23]
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine what action his Department is taking to improve on the operational efficiency of the rollout of the new targeted agricultural modernisation schemes, given that delays in the roll-out of tranches and approving of on-farm investments can have financial implications for agtech companies providing the product or service; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [56895/23]
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine if due consideration will be given to his Department engaging with stakeholders in the agtech sector in developing a pathway for the inclusion of agtech innovations in TAMS, ACRES and other CAP schemes, and that this pathway would allow for ongoing review of these schemes’ eligibility considerations for new but proven and validated solutions shown to meet the objectives of the schemes; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [56896/23]
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine what action his Department is taking to ensure that other types of incentive schemes to encourage on farm adoption of technology which helps to reduce emissions is being investigated; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [56897/23]
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine what action his Department is taking with regards to the development of agreed validation protocols between agtech innovators and State agencies and other institutions (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [56898/23]
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine if due consideration will be given to the inclusion of marginal agricultural sectors in support policies and schemes, given that these sectors are vital to the diversification aims of both Food Vision 2030 and the National Horticultural Strategy; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [56900/23]
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine the level of engagement that has occurred between his Department and meat processing operatives in view that currently only one meat processing operative in the country is taking in and slaughtering bovine tuberculosis reactors; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1153/24]
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine the action his Department is taking to reduce the timeline for the removal and slaughter of bovine tuberculosis reactors in a herd, given that the timeline in the UK is ten days; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1154/24]
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine what action his Department is taking to ensure that there is an increase in the overall number of afforestation licences issued for the coming year, in view of the low number of afforestation licenses issued each month for 2023; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1708/24]
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine the reason the monthly targets for private licenses with ecology input, excluding Coillte felling licences, were below target across all months in 2023; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1709/24]
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine what action his Department is taking to ensure that the monthly targets in 2024 for private licenses with ecology input, excluding Coillte felling licences, will be reached each month in view that the number of these licences issued each month in 2023 were well below target; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1710/24]
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine what action his Department is taking to ensure that targets are met each month for the coming year across all areas of forestry licencing in the forestry sector; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1711/24]
Education 9 questions
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Education her guidelines for primary school teachers in respect of homework; if there are plans to re-examine this policy or make any changes in the coming years; whether investigations have been carried out as to whether this workload should be reduced and the benefit this would have for children in the area of creativity; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [56299/23]
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Education if she will take the necessary steps to develop and extend the pilot Programme of Counselling Supports for Primary Schools into all primary schools and post primary schools; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [56630/23]
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Education if she will give due consideration to delivering free schoolbooks to second level students, beginning with a pilot programme in 2024; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [56642/23]
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Education if she will ring fence dedicated funding to enable children suffering from economic disadvantage to participate in in-school activities such as drama, music, educational and cultural school trips; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [56644/23]
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Education if she will set aside funding for the purposes of expanding mental health and wellbeing supports for secondary school students; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [56650/23]
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Education to take the necessary steps to phase out the system of voluntary contributions by increasing capitation grants to schools; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [56660/23]
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Education if she will expand the programme of counselling and well-being/mental health supports to post-primary schools targeting pupils at key transition stages in education; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [56661/23]
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Education when a review being undertaken by her Department in respect of a Stage 2B submission will be finalised and the school (details supplied) contacted about the outcome of this review; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [1329/24]
- 2024-01-18 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Education if she could advise on an application for an extension for a school (details supplied); what progress has been made to date on this application; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [2148/24]
Social 7 questions
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Social Protection if she will consider extending the household benefits scheme and additional needs payment scheme to heart failure patients, in light of the significant financial pressure faced by sufferers and the anxiety caused by a condition that results in the death of over one in three sufferers within five years; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [56634/23]
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Social Protection to consider expanding the child benefit scheme to children over the age of 18 years in education experiencing economic disadvantage; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [56643/23]
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Social Protection if she will consider extending the fuel allowance to recipients of the working family payment; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [56646/23]
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Social Protection if she will consider extending the jobseeker's transition payment to one-parent families in work, training or education; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [56647/23]
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Social Protection if she will consider introducing a cost of disability payment in addition to those in receipt of a disability related payment; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [56654/23]
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Social Protection if she will consider expanding the child benefit scheme to children over the age of 18 years in school who are in receipt of the back-to-school clothing and footwear allowance; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [56659/23]
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Social Protection the status of an appeal by a person (details supplied); when a decision is likely to be received, as this has been pending for some time; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [2014/24]
Transport 6 questions
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Transport if he will set aside increased funding in respect of the rural public transport scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [56651/23]
- 2024-01-18 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Transport the current average waiting time for driver tests across all test centres nationally, in tabular form; what progress has been made to date in reducing the five or six month waiting time for driving tests experienced by applicants; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2114/24]
- 2024-01-18 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Transport what action his Department is taking to address the increase in road deaths over the past five years, with the exception of 2021; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2151/24]
- 2024-01-18 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Transport what action his Department is taking to address road safety challenges nationally and to reduce death and injuries of road users, pedestrians and cyclists; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2152/24]
- 2024-01-18 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Transport what action his Department is taking to address road safety challenges in Cork, in view that Cork in most instances is in the top two counties for most road traffic fatalities in recent years; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2153/24]
- 2024-01-18 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Transport what action his Department is taking to prioritise the safety of road users and if consideration would be given to increased road policing; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2154/24]
Finance 6 questions
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Finance if he will consider introducing a refundable tax credit that would return unused portions of the PAYE tax credit to low-income workers; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [56657/23]
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Finance what action his Department is taking to appoint a board for the Disabled Drivers Medical Board of Appeal to deal with appeals under the disabled drivers and passengers tax relief scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [56696/23]
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Finance if his Department will engage with the Revenue Commissioners in respect of a different approach now being adopted by the Revenue Commissioners regarding the VAT 58 refund claims by non-VAT registered farmers (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [56894/23]
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Finance if due consideration will be given in coherence with Food Vision 2030, to the review and optimisation of the tax treatment of investment by agtech companies in research and development for products and services which can support sustainability goals at farm level,; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [56899/23]
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Finance for a breakdown of the number of seizures of illicit fentanyl by the Revenue Commissioners for each of the years 2018 to 2022 and to date in 2024, in tabular form; the estimated street value or worth of those seizures; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1060/24]
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Finance for a breakdown of the number of seizures of ketamine by the Revenue Commissioners for each of the years 2018 to 2022 and 2023, in tabular form; the estimated street value or worth of those seizures; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1097/24]
Justice 6 questions
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Justice for a breakdown of the number of seizures of ketamine by gardaí for each of the years 2018 to 2022 and to date in 2024, in tabular form; the estimated street value or worth of those seizures; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [1098/24]
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Justice what action her Department is taking to reduce waiting times for an appointment for registration renewal of a GNIB card, given the current waiting time is 16-18 weeks in Limerick; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [1414/24]
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Justice what action her Department is taking to reduce waiting times for an appointment for registration renewal of a GNIB card for those living outside Dublin; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [1415/24]
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Justice the current waiting times for an appointment for registration renewal of a GNIB card for those living outside of Dublin; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [1416/24]
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Justice the current waiting times for an appointment for registration renewal of a GNIB card for those living in Dublin; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [1417/24]
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Justice the status of a naturalisation application for Irish citizenship (details supplied); when a decision is likely to be reached, given that it is over 31 months since the application was submitted; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [1615/24]
Housing 5 questions
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage if he will ring fence dedicated funding for the creation of a homeless prevention budget; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [56649/23]
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage what action his Department is taking in conjunction with local authorities in the research and development of a national policy framework to increase the number of allotments and community gardens, given that Ireland has one of the lowest number in the European Union; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1228/24]
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage what action his Department is taking in conjunction with local authorities to ensure that land is secured in urban areas for the development of allotments and community gardens, given many community gardens nationally have temporary licences which can have implications for funding purposes for projects and garden infrastructure; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1229/24]
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage what action his Department is taking in conjunction with local authorities to ensure the provision, support and protection of allotments and community gardens, given Ireland has the lowest numbers of allotments and community gardens in the European Union; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1230/24]
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage what action his Department is taking in conjunction with local authorities to promote the availability and use of allotments and community gardens for future environmental and biodiversity initiatives; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1231/24]
Further and Higher Education 5 questions
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science if he will consider a review of the requirement for certain apprenticeship applicants to pass the Ishihara colour vision test without the use of corrective lenses, in view of the fact that corrective lenses are available and could be used; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [56481/23]
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science if he will consider extending the SUSI grant scheme to part-time students; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [56648/23]
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science if he will give due consideration to increasing the income threshold for SUSI grants by 15%; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [56655/23]
- 2024-01-18 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science what progress has been made in reducing the time period for electrical-instrument and mechanical apprentices to attend college placement at a facility (details supplied) from the date an apprenticeship commences; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2099/24]
- 2024-01-18 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science what progress has been made in increase radiation therapy at third level; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2100/24]
Children 3 questions
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth if he will provide free access to childcare to families in receipt of a medical card; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [56653/23]
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth if he will provide the necessary funding to increase the capacity of early intervention in school aged teams to address issues relating to long waiting lists and inadequate service provision for children with additional educational needs; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [56656/23]
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth to provide an update in respect of an application (details supplied); when a decision will be reached; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [56812/23]
Environment 1 question
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for the Environment, Climate and Communications if he will consider making properties in the private rented sector eligible for funding equivalent to the better energy warmer homes scheme for low-income tenants and their landlords, based on a tenant receiving the housing assistance payment and having a long term lease; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [56658/23]
Enterprise 1 question
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment when the increased cost of business scheme announced as part of Budget 2024 will be made available to businesses along with the criteria for the scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1932/24]
Tourism 1 question
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the percentage and number of bed spaces currently not available for use out of the total number due to same being used to accommodate those seeking asylum and those fleeing the war in Ukraine; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [1602/24]
Rural 1 question
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Rural and Community Development the status of an application by an organisation (details supplied) to Pobal for funding for an additional full- time worker; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [1328/24]

New lobbying 97 returns

Irish Heart Foundation · 4 returns Health
- Primary Prevention of Cardiovascular Disease
- Issues relating to Cardiovascular health, stroke and heart attack programmes, services and prevention
- Public Health (Tobacco Products and Nicotine Inhaling Products) Bill 2023
- National Stroke Strategy 2022-2027
Irish Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - IACP Health
- IACP Pre-Budget Submission 2024
Irish Family Planning Association Health
- National and international policy on sexual and reproductive health and rights
Cuala Senior Care Limited Health
- shared policy doc on home care reform
Macra na Feirme · 3 returns Agriculture
- Pre Budget
- Macra Pre Budget submission
- Macra Pre Budget submission
Stratagem (NI) Ltd Health
- Provision of audiology services and eye care services
National Women's Council of Ireland Health
- Abortion Legislation
Society of the Irish Motor Industry Taxation
- Budget 2024 - the key issues for SIMI in Budget 2024 is taxation and incentive policy in relation to motor vehicles, particularly Electric Vehicle (EV) Supports and EV charging infrastructure and in relation to tax, no increases in VRT, Road Tax or BIK in Budget 2024.
Home and Community Care Ireland Health
- Meetings and briefings on general issues affecting home care sector
Instinctif Partners Public Affairs Ireland Health
- To discuss the MFI pre-budget submission 2024
Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation Health
- Pandemic special recognition payment
Hanover Media Strategy Limited · 3 returns Health · Transport
- Discussion on the level of influenza vaccine protection for the over 65 population in Ireland.
- Chronic kidney disease in Ireland: recommendations to improve health outcomes for chronic kidney disease patients and reduce healthcare costs.
- Correspondence regarding the Taxi Supply Shortage
The Irish Farmers' Association - IFA · 33 returns Agriculture · Taxation · Finance · Environment
- Agri-Climate Rural Environment Scheme (ACRES)
- Taxation measures to support farm succession, transfer and partnerships - Rates of Stamp Duty
- Young trained Farmer Stamp duty Relief
- Succession Tax Credit
- Consanguinity Relief
- Agricultural/Business Relief Capital Acquisition Tax (CAT) Values
- Agricultural relief for the Genuine Farmer
- Budget 2024
- Taxation measures to support Climate Action - Emission Efficient Equipment
- Taxation measures to support Climate Action - Solar Leases
- Wind Farms
- CGT - Restoration of Indexation Relief
- Renewal of Agri-Tax Reliefs
- Removing Discrimination in the Tax System - Universal Social charge for the Self-Employed
- Budget 2024 Briefing
- Measures to Support Farm Enterprises - Farm Schemes
- Young trained Farmer Reliefs
- Taxation measures - Rate of Class S Pay Related Social Insurance (PRSI)
- Forestry & Capital Acquisitions Tax (CAT)/Stamp Duty Relief
- Taxation measures to support farm succession, transfer and partnerships - Pensions
- Capital Gains Tax (CGT) Entrepreneur Relief
- IFA Budget 2024 Submission - Measures to Support Farmers Through Brexit
- Taxation measures to Mitigate Income Volatility - Agricultural Rainy Day Fund
- IFA Budget 2024 Submission - Measures to mitigate increased cost of production and general inflationary pressures
- Removing Discrimination in the Tax System - Definition of Agriculture
- Taxation - Organic Farm Schemes
- Extending 10-year Ownership and Usage Period for Capital gains Tax (CGT) Retirement Relief to spouse for Lifetime Transfers
- Interaction of Capital gains Tax (CGT) Entrepreneur Relief and Capital Gains Tax (CGT) Retirement Relief
- Investment in Renewable Energy
- Removing Discrimination in the Tax System - Residential Zoned land Tax
- Health and Safety - Sugar Sweetened Drinks Tax (SSDT)
- Tax Credit for Research Trials/Demonstration Farms
- Tax Treatment of Payments Received for Use of Forestry Land by a Third Party
Irish Lung Fibrosis Association Health
- Kathleen O'Meara, Public Affairs Consultant and ILFA members made representations to: Simon Coveney, Micheal Martin, Michael McGrath, Donnchadh Ó Laoghaire, Colm Burke, Sean Crowe, Richard Bruton, Norma Foley, Ronan McMahon, Michael Lowrey, Darragh O'Brien, Joe O'Brien, Cathal Crowe, Niall Collins, Brendan Fitzgerald, Pa Daly, Robert Brosnan.
BioMarin International Limited Health
- Rare disease policy in Ireland and the EU
Pinnacle Public Affairs Ltd Health
- Cardiovascular Health Policy in Ireland
The Medical Protection Society Limited Justice and Equality
- Informal discussions around MPS' submission to the Coroner Reform Consultation
GSK Health
- Immunisation policy
Multiple Sclerosis Ireland · 3 returns Health
- Christmas Cards sent to several Oireachtas members
- Pre-Budget submission sent to Oireachtas members
- Invitation to launch of National MS Respite Centre Business Case sent to Oireachtas members
Pender & Associates Ltd · 2 returns Health · Justice and Equality
- Meeting to discuss issues of concern to homecare sector.
- Gambling Regulation Bill
The Asthma Society of Ireland · 2 returns Budgetary matters · Health
- Pre-Budget Submission from the Asthma Society of Ireland
- Invitation to attend the Asthma Society's 50th anniversary event at the Alex Hotel
Nursing Homes Ireland Health
- Deputy Colm Burke attended and made the opening remarks at NHI's Annual Conference in Lyrath in September.
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals (Ireland) DAC Health
- Meeting to discuss access to therapies for Irish patients
Irish Cancer Society · 3 returns Social Protection · Health
- Energy hardship research findings
- Early detection of child, adolescent and young adult cancers
- Triple negative breast cancer services and impact
The Alzheimer Society of Ireland Health
- General discussion around dementia funding and services and supports at Mallow Day Centre Opening
Cork Chamber · 2 returns Economic Development and Industry
- Cork Chamber Annual Dublin Dinner
- Cork Chamber Annual Dublin Dinner
Mental Health Reform Budgetary matters
- AV Room Briefing on MHR's Pre-Budget Submission 2024
Ability West Employment
- Email send to public representations in relation to the Section 39 pay parity issue and impending strike that was threatened in October 2023
Family Carers Ireland Budgetary matters
- Pre Budget Submission
Irish Wildbird Conservancy Environment
- Marine Protected Area Legislation
Irish Medical Organisation Health
- IMO Pre-Budget Submission 2024
Irish Kidney Association · 2 returns Health
- Submission on Renal Health and Transplantation Services
- Submission on Renal Health and Transplantation Services
Rehab Group · 2 returns Budgetary matters · Education and Training
- Rehab organised a campaign around the priorities outlined in our pre-budget submission
- Engagement with Minister Simon Harris and members of Oireachtas to seek a sustainable funding model for the National Learning Network
Vulcan Consulting Limited · 4 returns Health
- Diabetes Policy in Ireland
- Rare Disease Policy
- Rare Disease Policy in Ireland
- Strategic Operations in Ireland & Medicines Policy
Irish Pharmaceutical Healthcare Association · 2 returns Health
- (1) Budget 2024 - the need for funding of new medicines. (2) Likely no provision for new developments funding to HSE for new medicines in Budget 2024. (3) Absence of funding for new medicines in Budget 2024. (4) Concerns relating to absence of funding for new medicines. (5) Trends in expenditure on medicines and savings so far under IPHA Framework Agreement 2021.
- (1) Reimbursement process improvements under consideration in the Mazar's Working Group. (2) Delays within Medicines Reimbursement System. (3) Preparation for negotiation of a Framework Agreement in 2025. (4) Process for allocation of funding to HSE for 2024 in relation to medicines.
Janssen Sciences Ireland UC · 2 returns Health · Budgetary matters
- Engagement with Oireachtas members on reform of the reimbursement process for newly approved medicines
- Engagement with Oireachtas members on the need for new development funding for new medicines reimbursements in 2024
Apple Distribution International Ltd. Local Government
- Update on ongoing campus expansion, and broad discussion on public transport infrastructure plans and transport links in Cork
Independent Broadcasters of Ireland Communications
- Briefing to all Oireachtas members on the current state of news & current affairs on Independent Radio
Dexcom Health
- Diabetes Policy in Ireland
JKS Communications Health
- MediQRLink digital clinical health platform
Vincent Jennings/Convenience Stores and Newsagents Association (CSNA) · 2 returns Health · Budgetary matters
- CSNA made detailed submissions regarding aspects of a Public Health Bill as it affected our members, particularly those selling tobacco and nicotine-inhaling products.
- Budget 2024 did not contain any retailer-specific reliefs, CSNA needed to make various Ministers aware of how those in our SME retail businesses are affected by Government policy directions.
Dublin Chamber of Commerce Local Government
- Hosted an event promoting business people in local government
Irish Council for Psychotherapy Health
- On 30/11/2023, ICP, on behalf of our members, made its submission to CORU detailing our key concerns & recommendations re: the proposed Standards of Proficiency & Criteria for Education & Training Programmes for Psychotherapists. ICP Submission to CORU http://tinyurl.com/23w34sfe

Eoghan Kenny — Labour Party 0 votes · 0 questions · 0 new lobbying returns

Quiet week — no questions filed or new lobbying returns.

Ken O'Flynn — Independent Ireland 0 votes · 0 questions · 0 new lobbying returns

Quiet week — no questions filed or new lobbying returns.

Pádraig O'Sullivan — Fianna Fáil 2 votes · 16 questions · 63 new lobbying returns

Questions asked 16 total

Health 5 questions
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Pádraig O'Sullivan asked the Minister for Health to outline the instructions he gave to the HSE regarding the reimbursement of medicines in 2024 as per the letter of determination, whether patient access to medicines may be delayed pending the identification of efficiencies or if reimbursements budget impact reimbursements will flow continuously throughout 2024 commencing in January; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [56337/23]
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Pádraig O'Sullivan asked the Minister for Health if he has approved staff for the HSE and the NCPE to work on the reimbursement system; the number of staff approved; if he can provide any additional information; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [56610/23]
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Pádraig O'Sullivan asked the Minister for Health if the additional €92 million allocated to health as part of the revised estimates volume will include funding for new drugs in 2024; how much of that funding will be allocated to new drugs; if he will provide further information and clarity on the matter; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [56612/23]
- 2024-01-18 Deputy Pádraig O'Sullivan asked the Minister for Health if he will provide an update on the Strategic Review of General Practice; if he will outline the key stakeholders; when he expects the review to conclude considering the many issues facing GP practice and GP capacity at present; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1979/24]
- 2024-01-18 Deputy Pádraig O'Sullivan asked the Minister for Health if he will provide an update on his plans to end hospital overcrowding in Cork hospitals, considering 2023 was the worst year on record; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1978/24]
Education 3 questions
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Pádraig O'Sullivan asked the Minister for Education what actions have been taken to prioritise the capital construction project at a school (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [56543/23]
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Pádraig O'Sullivan asked the Minister for Education for an update on a project for a school (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [56792/23]
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Pádraig O'Sullivan asked the Minister for Education if she will address matters raised in correspondence (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [1022/24]
Justice 2 questions
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Pádraig O'Sullivan asked the Minister for Justice when a citizenship application for a person (details supplied) will be processed; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [56574/23]
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Pádraig O'Sullivan asked the Minister for Justice when a citizenship application by a person (details supplied) will be processed; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [1962/24]
Further and Higher Education 2 questions
- 2024-01-18 Deputy Pádraig O'Sullivan asked the Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science the number of apprenticeship programmes experiencing delays in arranging off-the-job training in education centres; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2068/24]
- 2024-01-18 Deputy Pádraig O'Sullivan asked the Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science for an update on apprenticeships; his plans to address the backlogs in the system; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2066/24]
Environment 1 question
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Pádraig O'Sullivan asked the Minister for the Environment, Climate and Communications when an applicant (details supplied) can expect works to be completed in regard to the warmer homes scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1856/24]
Transport 1 question
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Pádraig O'Sullivan asked the Minister for Transport when a person (details supplied) will receive a date for a driving test; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1655/24]
Social 1 question
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Pádraig O'Sullivan asked the Minister for Social Protection if she will clarify the criteria for the additional two weeks parental leave as announced in Budget 2024 (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [1609/24]
Rural 1 question
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Pádraig O'Sullivan asked the Minister for Rural and Community Development if she will provide an overview of the Rural Regeneration and Development Fund and how it works; the next deadline for applications in 2024; if further applications will be invited after February 2024; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [56613/23]

New lobbying 63 returns

Rockwood Consulting ULC Housing
- Invited TDs to an online meeting to discuss the Seller's Legal Pack Bill 2021
Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation Health
- Pandemic special recognition payment
The Irish Farmers' Association - IFA · 37 returns Taxation · Agriculture · Finance · Environment
- Taxation measures to support farm succession, transfer and partnerships - Rates of Stamp Duty
- Young trained Farmer Stamp duty Relief
- Succession Tax Credit
- Consanguinity Relief
- Agricultural/Business Relief Capital Acquisition Tax (CAT) Values
- Agricultural relief for the Genuine Farmer
- Budget 2024
- Taxation measures to support Climate Action - Emission Efficient Equipment
- Taxation measures to support Climate Action - Solar Leases
- Wind Farms
- CGT - Restoration of Indexation Relief
- Renewal of Agri-Tax Reliefs
- Removing Discrimination in the Tax System - Universal Social charge for the Self-Employed
- Budget 2024 Briefing
- Farmers' Charter of Rights
- IFA Protests at Government "Think-Ins" re: Nitrates Derogation
- Measures to Support Farm Enterprises - Farm Schemes
- Young trained Farmer Reliefs
- Taxation measures - Rate of Class S Pay Related Social Insurance (PRSI)
- Forestry & Capital Acquisitions Tax (CAT)/Stamp Duty Relief
- Taxation - Agricultural Relief - Removal of Individual Qualifying Criteria
- Taxation measures to support farm succession, transfer and partnerships - Pensions
- Capital Gains Tax (CGT) Entrepreneur Relief
- IFA Budget 2024 Submission - Measures to Support Farmers Through Brexit
- Taxation measures to Mitigate Income Volatility - Agricultural Rainy Day Fund
- IFA Budget 2024 Submission - Measures to mitigate increased cost of production and general inflationary pressures
- Taxation measures to support Climate Action - Renewable Energy Microgeneration Support
- Taxation measures to support Climate Action
- Removing Discrimination in the Tax System - Definition of Agriculture
- Taxation - Organic Farm Schemes
- Extending 10-year Ownership and Usage Period for Capital gains Tax (CGT) Retirement Relief to spouse for Lifetime Transfers
- Interaction of Capital gains Tax (CGT) Entrepreneur Relief and Capital Gains Tax (CGT) Retirement Relief
- Investment in Renewable Energy
- Removing Discrimination in the Tax System - Residential Zoned land Tax
- Health and Safety - Sugar Sweetened Drinks Tax (SSDT)
- Tax Credit for Research Trials/Demonstration Farms
- Tax Treatment of Payments Received for Use of Forestry Land by a Third Party
BioMarin International Limited Health
- Rare disease policy in Ireland and the EU
Gibney Communications Education and Training
- To promote investment in research and development and skills for physics and physics-based industries in Ireland.
Institute of Professional Auctioneers and Valuers Justice and Equality
- Briefed the informal Oireachtas Committee on the Seller's Legal Pack Bill 2021 benefits to consumers.
Ibec Food
- Drinks Ireland policy priorities for 2024
Takeda Products Ireland Health
- Rare Disease Policy
Multiple Sclerosis Ireland · 3 returns Health
- Christmas Cards sent to several Oireachtas members
- Pre-Budget submission sent to Oireachtas members
- Invitation to launch of National MS Respite Centre Business Case sent to Oireachtas members
Institute of Physics Education and Training
- To promote investment in research and development and skills for physics and physics-based industries in Ireland
Society of St. Vincent de Paul Education and Training
- Engagement with elected officials on the issue of voluntary contributions in schools
Cork Chamber Economic Development and Industry
- Cork Chamber Annual Dublin Dinner
Ability West Employment
- Email send to public representations in relation to the Section 39 pay parity issue and impending strike that was threatened in October 2023
Family Carers Ireland Budgetary matters
- Pre Budget Submission
The Asthma Society of Ireland Health
- Invitation to attend the Asthma Society's 50th anniversary event at the Alex Hotel
Irish Wildbird Conservancy Environment
- Marine Protected Area Legislation
Rehab Group · 2 returns Budgetary matters · Education and Training
- Rehab organised a campaign around the priorities outlined in our pre-budget submission
- Engagement with Minister Simon Harris and members of Oireachtas to seek a sustainable funding model for the National Learning Network
Rare Diseases Ireland Health
- Scheduling, invitation and attendance at Cross Party Group on Rare Diseases on the topic of Draft EU Pharma Legislation
Vulcan Consulting Limited · 2 returns Health
- Rare Disease Policy
- Rare Disease Policy in Ireland
Janssen Sciences Ireland UC · 2 returns Health · Budgetary matters
- Engagement with Oireachtas members on reform of the reimbursement process for newly approved medicines
- Engagement with Oireachtas members on the need for new development funding for new medicines reimbursements in 2024
Independent Broadcasters of Ireland Communications
- Briefing to all Oireachtas members on the current state of news & current affairs on Independent Radio
Creative Retail Distribution Limited Health
- Outreach to public representatives relating to e-cigarettes and vaping.

Thomas Gould — Sinn Féin 2 votes · 17 questions · 19 new lobbying returns

Questions asked 17 total

Education 4 questions
- 2024-01-18 Deputy Thomas Gould asked the Minister for Education when the summer works grant will open for 2024. [2176/24]
- 2024-01-18 Deputy Thomas Gould asked the Minister for Education under what scheme a school can apply for replacement flooring. [2177/24]
- 2024-01-18 Deputy Thomas Gould asked the Minister for Education if she will arrange a site visit with officials in her Department to Kerry Pike National School to undertake a survey of works to be completed. [2178/24]
- 2024-01-18 Deputy Thomas Gould asked the Minister for Education if she is aware that Kerry Pike National School made two applications under the emergency works grant for a replacement floor and that both of these applications were refused despite the flooring proving a potentially hazardous trip risk; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [2179/24]
Transport 3 questions
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Thomas Gould asked the Minister for Transport the reason travel centres have been closed in all bus stations. [1282/24]
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Thomas Gould asked the Minister for Transport the details of the planned rollout of hybrid or electric buses in Cork after the initial tranche of 35 are in operation. [1283/24]
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Thomas Gould asked the Minister for Transport where a person can seek records of their father's employment as a station master from 1916-1934. [1555/24]
Housing 3 questions
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Thomas Gould asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage for an update on the timeline for delivery of 67 units on Gerald Griffin Street/Burke’s Avenue in Cork city. [1573/24]
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Thomas Gould asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage whether bonuses in the form of share investment are included as reckonable income in social housing assessments. [1704/24]
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Thomas Gould asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the criteria under which a bonus can be included as reckonable income in social housing assessments. [1705/24]
Health 3 questions
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Thomas Gould asked the Minister for Health the number of adults and children, respectively in Cork waiting for orthodontic treatment in six-month time intervals, from 0-6 months to 7+ years, in tabular form. [1286/24]
- 2024-01-18 Deputy Thomas Gould asked the Minister for Health the current deficit in addiction rehabilitation, detox and step-down beds. [2024/24]
- 2024-01-18 Deputy Thomas Gould asked the Minister for Health for a timeline for the delivery of primary care centres in Blarney, Mayfield and Glanmire. [2025/24]
Justice 2 questions
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Thomas Gould asked the Minister for Justice the number of incidents of drug-related intimidation reported to gardaí in 2023, by county. [1706/24]
- 2024-01-17 Deputy Thomas Gould asked the Minister for Justice the number of arrests made through the Drug-Related Intimidation Reporting Programme in 2023, by county. [1707/24]
Further and Higher Education 2 questions
- 2024-01-18 Deputy Thomas Gould asked the Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science whether consideration has been given to a purpose built apprenticeship centre on the northside of Cork city. [2023/24]
- 2024-01-18 Deputy Thomas Gould asked the Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science whether he is aware that there are only 83 apprentices in final phase in Cork; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2022/24]

New lobbying 19 returns

Irish Heart Foundation Health
- Attendance at Sinn Fein Alternative Health Budget launch
Rockwood Consulting ULC Housing
- Sought meeting to discuss the Seller's Legal Pack for Property Buyers Bill
Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation Health
- Pandemic special recognition payment
ALDI Ireland Economic Development and Industry
- Shared copy of ALDI report with invitation to discuss if desired
Irish Penal Reform Trust Justice and Equality
- Meeting of the All-Party Oireachtas Group on Penal Reform on 18 Oct 2023 in the AV Room Leinster House.
SSE plc Energy and Natural Resources
- Planning & Development (Amendment) Bill 2023
Glenveagh Properties Plc Housing
- Housing for All and National Planning Framework
Institute of Professional Auctioneers and Valuers · 2 returns Housing
- Invitation to discuss pre-legislative scrutiny of the Residential Tenancies (Right to Purchase) Bill.
- Submission on the General Scheme of the Residential Tenancies (Right to Purchase) Bill.
Ability West Employment
- Email send to public representations in relation to the Section 39 pay parity issue and impending strike that was threatened in October 2023
The Asthma Society of Ireland Health
- Invitation to attend the Asthma Society's 50th anniversary event at the Alex Hotel
Irish Wildbird Conservancy Environment
- Marine Protected Area Legislation
The Irish Farmers' Association - IFA · 2 returns Agriculture · Finance
- Budget 2024
- Budget 2024 Briefing
Rehab Group · 2 returns Budgetary matters · Education and Training
- Rehab organised a campaign around the priorities outlined in our pre-budget submission
- Engagement with Minister Simon Harris and members of Oireachtas to seek a sustainable funding model for the National Learning Network
Janssen Sciences Ireland UC Budgetary matters
- Engagement with Oireachtas members on the need for new development funding for new medicines reimbursements in 2024
Independent Broadcasters of Ireland Communications
- Briefing to all Oireachtas members on the current state of news & current affairs on Independent Radio
Vincent Jennings/Convenience Stores and Newsagents Association (CSNA) Health
- CSNA made detailed submissions regarding aspects of a Public Health Bill as it affected our members, particularly those selling tobacco and nicotine-inhaling products.