Cavan-Monaghan — week of Mon, 16 Sept

Brendan Smith — Fianna Fáil 0 votes · 11 questions · 74 new lobbying returns

Questions asked 11 total

Tourism 2 questions
- 2024-09-19 Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the additional measures that will be implemented by her Department or agencies under the remit of her Department to deal with online abuse; if she is satisfied that there are adequate legislative measures to deal with misinformation and disinformation on social media platforms; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [36933/24]
- 2024-09-19 Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media the proposals to intensify co-operation on an all-Ireland basis in expanding our tourism product, and the marketing of Ireland as a single destination; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [36934/24]
Housing 2 questions
- 2024-09-19 Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage when the income eligibility limits for social housing will be improved; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36930/24]
- 2024-09-19 Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage when the income eligibility limits for social housing in Cavan and Monaghan will be increased, given they are too low at present and are denying persons, who have not adequate income to buy or build their own home, the opportunity to obtain council housing; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36929/24]
Agriculture 2 questions
- 2024-09-19 Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine if he will ensure that balancing payments for ACRES will issue without delay; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37172/24]
- 2024-09-19 Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine when advance payments for ACRES 2024 will issue; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37173/24]
Health 2 questions
- 2024-09-19 Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Health when additional staff will be recruited for a health service (details supplied); if he will ensure that the lack of such staff will be addressed with urgency; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37082/24]
- 2024-09-19 Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Health if he will ensure that an appointment will be made without delay (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37170/24]
Transport 1 question
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Transport when there will be a pay increase for pensioners on the 1951 CIÉ pension scheme, given there has been no pay increases since 2008 taking into account that other FEMPI measures have been reversed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36569/24]
Finance 1 question
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Finance if he will give detailed consideration to the issues relevant to his Department, and the agencies under the remit of his Department, raised by an assembly (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36966/24]
Further and Higher Education 1 question
- 2024-09-19 Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science when issues will be resolved in relation to contracts for education providers (details supplied) as a matter of urgency; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37137/24]

New lobbying 74 returns

The Wheel Community
- The Wheel's 2025 pre-Budget submission was sent to all TDs, along with an invitation to the launch event. Ministers and secretary generals of relevant departments, as well as joint committee chairs, were sent specific versions of the pre-Budget submission that relate to their areas of policy. The full submission can be found at www.wheel.ie and covers a wide range of areas including health, housing, child and youth participation, climate, poverty and inclusion.
Cootehill Chamber of Commerce Energy and Natural Resources
- Email sent to local public representatives requesting action on the problem of power cuts in the area and the financial and business impact on businesses.
Trinity Care · 2 returns Health
- NHI Crisis in Care Campaign
- NHI Crisis in Care Campaign
Focus Ireland Housing
- National One Parent Family Association Pre-budget submission Briefing
National Women's Council of Ireland Public Expenditure and Reform
- NWC Pre-Buget Submission
Multiple Sclerosis Ireland · 2 returns Health
- MS Ireland launched the results of the My MS My Needs survey
- MS Ireland launched our Pre-Budget submission
Ireland Active Taxation
- Tax Credit Submission for Gym and Swimming Pool Fees
Irish Cancer Society Health
- Pre-Budget Submission 2025 asks
The Irish Farmers' Association - IFA · 43 returns Agriculture · Finance · Environment · Energy and Natural Resources · Social Protection · Education and Training · Taxation · Marine
- IFA Budget 2025 Submission - Farm Schemes
- IFA Budget 2025 Submission - Farm Schemes - Agri Climate Rural Environment Scheme (ACRES)
- Measures to Support Climate Action on Farm - Supports within the Infrastructure, Climate and Nature Fund
- Measures to Support Climate Action on Farm - National Liming Scheme
- Measures to Support Climate Action on Farm - Protein Crop Supports
- Areas of Natural Constraints (ANCs)
- Farm Schemes - Targeted Agricultural Modernisation Scheme (TAMS)
- Forgotten Farmer Scheme
- IFA Budget 2025 Submission - Measures to Support Climate Action on Farm - Measures implementing Ireland's Biomethane Strategy
- Measures to Support Climate Action on Farm - Multi-Species Sward Scheme, including support for red clover
- Measures to Support Farm Enterprises - Milling Industry Support
- Investment in Renewable Energy
- Measures to Support Farm Enterprises - Horticulture Crisis Fund
- Measures to Support Farm Enterprises - Investment Aid Scheme for the Development of Commercial Horticulture
- Measures to Support Farm Enterprises - Spent Mushroom Compost Scheme
- Measures to Support Farm Enterprises - Peat
- IFA Budget 2025 Submission - Potatoes
- Walks Scheme
- IFA Budget 2025 Submission - Pigs
- Equine -Measures to Support Farm Enterprises
- Hill Farming - Cross-Sector Report
- IFA Budget 2025 Submission - Measures to Support Farm Enterprises - Tillage Survival Scheme
- Knowledge Transfer (KT) Scheme
- Social Protection Measures - Pensions
- Cost of Employment - Social Protection Measures
- Support for Agricultural Education
- Fair Deal & Support for Older People
- Agri-Taxation - Unfair Taxation
- Investment in Renewable Energy - Renewable Energy Microgeneration Support
- Farm Assist
- Farm Safety - Cross Sector Support
- Shannon Callows Compensation Scheme
- Farm Finance
- LEADER
- Organic Farm Scheme
- Taxation Measures to Support Climate Action
- Taxation Measures to Support Farm Viability, Succession, Transfer & Partnerships
- Designate Area Payments
- Measures to Support Farm Enterprises - Poultry
- IFA Budget 2025 Submission - Measures to Support Farm Enterprises - Tillage Expansion Scheme
- Aquaculture
- VAT & Taxation on Farm Inputs
- Measures to Support Farm Enterprises - Farm Forestry
JTI Ireland Limited · 3 returns Trade
- To share information with public representatives on nicotine pouches and to propose regulation of these products.
- To seek clarity on the applicable regulations for new nicotine inhaling products on the market.
- Seeking the opportunity to brief public representatives on the extent and impact of illegal trade of tobacco products.
GSK Health
- Adult vaccination
National Spiritual Assembly of the Bahá'ís of Ireland Justice and Equality
- Emailed all TDs and Senators asking them to sign a statement calling on the Iranian government to cease persecution of Baha'is, women and minorities in Iran.
Nursing Homes Ireland Health
- NHI communicated with political figures in relation to the local elections in June to raise awareness about the issues facing the nursing home sector and the lack of government response.
Society of Chartered Surveyors Ireland Housing
- Email summary of SCSI reports published and available on the SCSI website
Teneo Strategy Ireland Limited Taxation
- Providing information on the upcoming fuel tax increases and the potential for the establishment of an expert group on taxation, seeking a meeting on the same issues
Rockwood Consulting ULC · 2 returns Heritage
- Sought consultation with stakeholder
- Consultation with stakeholder
Rare Diseases Ireland · 2 returns Health
- Get Rare Aware - Engaging with elected officials on Get Rare Aware campaign
- Rare Diseases Ireland election manifesto launch
Irish Hotels Federation Tourism
- Seeking Government measures to support the continued recovery of Ireland's tourism and hospitality industry
One Family Budgetary matters
- The National One Parent Family Alliance - an informal coalition of which One Family is a member - hosted a lobbying event in relation to Budget 2025 at Buswells Hotel.
Vulcan Consulting Limited Health
- Strategic Operations in Ireland & Healthcare Priorities
Alcohol Forum Ireland Justice and Equality
- To seek political support for changes to better provide for regulation of under 18s events on licensed premises in Ireland through amendments to the Sale of Alcohol Bill
Car Rental Council of Ireland · 4 returns Taxation · Transport · Finance
- VAT equalisation measure for rental cars
- Publicly accessible charging infrastructure for EVs
- Affordable EVs
- Insurance reform
Macra na Feirme Agriculture
- Macra national Pre budget lobby day in Buswells

Cathy Bennett — Sinn Féin 0 votes · 0 questions · 1 new lobbying return

New lobbying 1 return

National Women's Council of Ireland Local Government
- Women's representation at local government

David Maxwell — Fine Gael 0 votes · 0 questions · 0 new lobbying returns

Quiet week — no questions filed or new lobbying returns.

Matt Carthy — Sinn Féin 0 votes · 79 questions · 24 new lobbying returns

Questions asked 79 total

Foreign 13 questions
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs if his Department has a policy, or has issued guidance to staff on the use of artificial intelligence, large language model, natural language processing, generative or otherwise, or products based thereon in the course of their duties; if this has been communicated to staff; if he will publish same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36141/24]
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs if his Department, or any agency under his auspices, has ever used any artificial intelligence software in the preparation of response to parliamentary questions, or in responses to any correspondence from outside the organisation; the details of same if applicable; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36160/24]
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs the timeframe in which he intends to file a notice of intervention following the submission of South Africa’s memorial in the case of South Africa v Israel, taken under the Genocide Convention and before the International Court of Justice; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36235/24]
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs if he will report on his engagements with his Cabinet colleagues regarding reports of the illegal use of sovereign Irish airspace to transport weapons of war; if he has summoned the Israeli ambassador in response to such; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36236/24]
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs to report on Ireland’s third National Action Plan on Women, Peace and Security; the progress made regarding the development of a fourth national action plan; the elements of consultation he intends to take in relation to the development of such an action plan; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36255/24]
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs to report on his engagements with his European counterparts regarding their efforts to bring an end to conflict and alleviate the humanitarian catastrophe in Sudan; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36256/24]
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs to report on the humanitarian aid and assistance Ireland has provided in support of alleviating the humanitarian catastrophe in Sudan; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36257/24]
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs further to his predecessor’s welcoming the passage of the Yazidi female survivors’ law in March 2021, if he has engaged with the Iraqi government in order to ensure that the legislation’s mandate is funded; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36916/24]
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs if he will report on Ireland’s efforts to assist in locating the more than 2,000 women enslaved by ISIS who remain unaccounted for; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36917/24]
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs if he intends to engage with the Dutch government regarding its programme for government commitment to establish an international tribunal to prosecute members of ISIS/Da’esh; if he intends for Ireland to support these efforts; the manner in which he would envisage such support; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36918/24]
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs if his attention has been drawn to the fact that members of the Yazidi community across the European Union must travel to Iraq in order to provide DNA samples to assist in the identification of their loved ones' remains once exhumed from mass graves; if he will engage with his European counterparts to develop an efficient mechanism that would allow them do so in their country of residence; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36919/24]
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs the engagements he has had and the support Ireland has provided to the Iraqi and Kurdish regional government regarding the exhumation of mass graves and identification of remains therein; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36920/24]
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs if Ireland will support the establishment of an enhanced database of the evidence and testimony gathered by the United Nations Investigative Team to Promote Accountability for Crimes Committed by Da’esh/ISIL; the engagements he has had in support of such; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36921/24]
Health 8 questions
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Minister for Health if his Department has a policy, or has issued guidance to staff on the use of artificial intelligence, large language model, natural language processing, generative or otherwise, or products based thereon in the course of their duties; if this has been communicated to staff; if he will publish same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36143/24]
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Minister for Health if his Department, or any agency under his auspices, has ever used any artificial intelligence software in the preparation of response to parliamentary questions, or in responses to any correspondence from outside the organisation; the details of same if applicable; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36162/24]
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Minister for Health if he will ensure that additional home care hours are allocated to a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36240/24]
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Minister for Health if he will ensure that the HSE engages with the family of a person (details supplied) to consider the appropriateness of securing a place for them in a nursing home; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36241/24]
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 1665 of 9 September 2024, if there have been any changes to the services provided in the dermatology units at either Monaghan or Cavan hospitals at any stage since 2020; if so, the details of any such changes including the reason for same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36861/24]
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 1665 of 9 September 2024, if there are any proposals to change the services provided in the dermatology units at either Monaghan or Cavan hospitals; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36862/24]
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Minister for Health if he will instruct the Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) and-or Children’s Health Ireland (CHI) to publish the interim letter sent by HIQA to CHI in November 2023 in respect of investigations relating to spinal surgeries at Temple Street Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36925/24]
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Minister for Health if he will instruct Children’s Health Ireland to publicly publish a report (details supplied) in respect of investigations relating to spinal surgeries at Temple Street Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36926/24]
Agriculture 7 questions
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine if his Department has a policy, or has issued guidance to staff on the use of artificial intelligence, large language model, natural language processing, generative or otherwise, or products based thereon in the course of their duties; if this has been communicated to staff; if he will publish same [36134/24]
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine if his Department, or any agency under his auspices, has ever used any artificial intelligence software in the preparation of response to parliamentary questions, or in responses to any correspondence from outside the organisation; the details of same if applicable; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36153/24]
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine if he will report on his engagements with his Cabinet colleagues regarding the Mercosur trade agreement; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36249/24]
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine the number of farmers that received an advanced ACRES payment in each county; the number within each county for which a clawback demand has been sought, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36250/24]
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine the reason dribble bar low-emission slurry spreader equipment is not eligible for TAMS funding; if he will review this, given that this equipment is the most appropriate for some land holdings; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36251/24]
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine if he intends to review and amend the reference costs for eligible items for TAMS funding, given that in several instances the current reference costs are well below the actual costs; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36252/24]
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine if he intends to establish a compensation scheme to support farmers and landowners in removing roadside tress affected by the Ash dieback disease; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36253/24]
Transport 6 questions
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Minister for Transport if his Department has a policy, or has issued guidance to staff on the use of artificial intelligence, large language model, natural language processing, generative or otherwise, or products based thereon in the course of their duties; if this has been communicated to staff; if he will publish same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36151/24]
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Minister for Transport if his Department, or any agency under his auspices, has ever used any artificial intelligence software in the preparation of response to parliamentary questions, or in responses to any correspondence from outside the organisation; the details of same if applicable; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36170/24]
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Minister for Transport the reason the Road Safety Authority operates a queue to access the online booking system for driving tests; the numbers accessing the booking system necessitating such a queue; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36242/24]
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Minister for Transport the average waiting time for a driving test; the average waiting time in County Monaghan; if a person is required to wait a period prior to re-testing; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36243/24]
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Minister for Transport the status of a tender for the Clones east pavement scheme; the timeframe in which it is intended to issue; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36244/24]
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Minister for Transport the reason that Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII) has reportedly advised local authorities to withhold planned road improvement tenders unless approval is received from TII; if this decision was the result of, or in line with, Government policy; the timeframe in which pavement improvement works announced in February will be tendered; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36245/24]
Enterprise 6 questions
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment if his Department has a policy, or has issued guidance to staff on the use of artificial intelligence, large language model, natural language processing, generative or otherwise, or products based thereon in the course of their duties; if this has been communicated to staff; if he will publish same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36138/24]
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment if his Department, or any agency under his auspices, has ever used any artificial intelligence software in the preparation of response to parliamentary questions, or in responses to any correspondence from outside the organisation; the details of same if applicable; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36157/24]
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment to report on his engagements regarding the Mercosur trade agreement; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36254/24]
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment the current number of work permits allocated for motor/auto mechanics; the number therein of the car mechanic quota and of the HGV/bus mechanic quota that have been issued; if he has any plans to review those quotas; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36898/24]
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment to report on the drafting of legislation to remove the blanket exclusion of members of the Defence Forces from the protections of the Working Time Directive; the timeframe in which he intends to publish the Heads of Bill; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36915/24]
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment the circumstances under which he would not grant an export licence in relation to a commercial dual-use item with military applications on the basis of the state in which an end user or consignee is based; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36922/24]
Rural 6 questions
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Minister for Rural and Community Development if her Department has a policy, or has issued guidance to staff on the use of artificial intelligence, large language model, natural language processing, generative or otherwise, or products based thereon in the course of their duties; if this has been communicated to staff; if she will publish same; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [36147/24]
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Minister for Rural and Community Development if her Department, or any agency under her auspices, has ever used any artificial intelligence software in the preparation of response to parliamentary questions, or in responses to any correspondence from outside the organisation; the details of same if applicable; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [36166/24]
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Minister for Rural and Community Development further to her announcement of a ban on XL Bully dogs, if there will be a mechanism post-1 February 2025 whereby a person can apply for a certificate of exemption should an existing owner become unable to adequately care for their pet necessitating re-homing; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [36258/24]
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Minister for Rural and Community Development if any supports will be made available to the owners of XL Bully dogs regarding costs arising from her Department’s ban on the breed; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [36259/24]
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Minister for Rural and Community Development further to her announcement of a ban on XL Bully dogs, her definition of XL Bully; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [36260/24]
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Minister for Rural and Community Development if animal shelters are required to microchip and neuter dogs; if additional resources will be provided should there be an increase in the number of XL Bully dogs in their care arising from her Department’s ban; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [36261/24]
Defence 5 questions
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Defence if his Department has a policy, or has issued guidance to staff on the use of artificial intelligence, large language model, natural language processing, generative or otherwise, or products based thereon in the course of their duties; if this has been communicated to staff; if he will publish same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36136/24]
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Defence if his Department, or any agency under his auspices, has ever used any artificial intelligence software in the preparation of response to parliamentary questions, or in responses to any correspondence from outside the organisation; the details of same if applicable; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36155/24]
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Defence the progress made in removing the blanket exclusion of members of the Defence Forces from the protections of the Working Time Directive; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36912/24]
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Defence the number of personnel Ireland is required to provide to an EU Battlegroup in 2025; the number of personnel who volunteered to take part in such; the number who have been mandated to do so; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36913/24]
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Defence the establishment figure of the Defence Forces and Reserve Defence Forces; the number currently enlisted/commissioned; the number who have been discharged in the past 12 months; the number who have been recruited, by service branch; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36914/24]
Taoiseach 4 questions
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Taoiseach if his Department has a policy, or has issued guidance to staff on the use of artificial intelligence, large language model, natural language processing, generative or otherwise, or products based thereon in the course of their duties; if this has been communicated to staff; if he will publish same. [36149/24]
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Taoiseach if his Department, or any agency under his auspices, has ever used any artificial intelligence software in the preparation of response to parliamentary questions, or in responses to any correspondence from outside the organisation; and the details of same if applicable. [36168/24]
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Taoiseach if he will report on his engagements during his recent visit to Ukraine. [36233/24]
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Taoiseach if he will report on his engagements regarding the recent visit to Ukraine; the assistance levied by his Department in relation to the trip; if such assistance included any direction or advice in relation to members of media invited to join him; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36234/24]
Education 4 questions
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Minister for Education if her Department has a policy, or has issued guidance to staff on the use of artificial intelligence, large language model, natural language processing, generative or otherwise, or products based thereon in the course of their duties; if this has been communicated to staff; if she will publish same; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [36137/24]
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Minister for Education if her Department, or any agency under her auspices, has ever used any artificial intelligence software in the preparation of response to parliamentary questions, or in responses to any correspondence from outside the organisation; the details of same if applicable; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [36156/24]
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Minister for Education if she will ensure that any proposed special school in County Monaghan does not have exclusionary admission criteria based upon any child’s particular diagnosis; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [36923/24]
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Minister for Education if any guidelines exist relating to the maximum distance that a child should be required to travel for education; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [36924/24]
Housing 3 questions
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage if he will provide for housing adaptation grants to allow for eligibility for the cost of necessary equipment for children with disabilities; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36088/24]
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage if his Department has a policy, or has issued guidance to staff on the use of artificial intelligence, large language model, natural language processing, generative or otherwise, or products based thereon in the course of their duties; if this has been communicated to staff; if he will publish same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36144/24]
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage if his Department, or any agency under his auspices, has ever used any artificial intelligence software in the preparation of response to parliamentary questions, or in responses to any correspondence from outside the organisation; the details of same if applicable; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36163/24]
Children 3 questions
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth if his Department has a policy, or has issued guidance to staff on the use of artificial intelligence, large language model, natural language processing, generative or otherwise, or products based thereon in the course of their duties; if this has been communicated to staff; if he will publish same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36135/24]
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth if his Department, or any agency under his auspices, has ever used any artificial intelligence software in the preparation of response to parliamentary questions, or in responses to any correspondence from outside the organisation; the details of same if applicable; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36154/24]
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth the basis upon which the number of weeks of parental leave that parents of the same employer can share is capped at 14 weeks; whether he will review this to allow parents to share a greater portion of this leave; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36237/24]
Environment 2 questions
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Minister for the Environment, Climate and Communications if his Department has a policy, or has issued guidance to staff on the use of artificial intelligence, large language model, natural language processing, generative or otherwise, or products based thereon in the course of their duties; if this has been communicated to staff; if he will publish same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36139/24]
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Minister for the Environment, Climate and Communications if his Department, or any agency under his auspices, has ever used any artificial intelligence software in the preparation of response to parliamentary questions, or in responses to any correspondence from outside the organisation; the details of same if applicable; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36158/24]
Finance 2 questions
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Minister for Finance if his Department has a policy, or has issued guidance to staff on the use of artificial intelligence, large language model, natural language processing, generative or otherwise, or products based thereon in the course of their duties; if this has been communicated to staff; if he will publish same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36140/24]
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Minister for Finance if his Department, or any agency under his auspices, has ever used any artificial intelligence software in the preparation of response to parliamentary questions, or in responses to any correspondence from outside the organisation; the details of same if applicable; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36159/24]
Public Expenditure 2 questions
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Minister for Public Expenditure, National Development Plan Delivery and Reform if his Department has a policy, or has issued guidance to staff on the use of artificial intelligence, large language model, natural language processing, generative or otherwise, or products based thereon in the course of their duties; if this has been communicated to staff; if he will publish same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36146/24]
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Minister for Public Expenditure, National Development Plan Delivery and Reform if his Department, or any agency under his auspices, has ever used any artificial intelligence software in the preparation of response to parliamentary questions, or in responses to any correspondence from outside the organisation; the details of same if applicable; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36165/24]
Tourism 2 questions
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media if her Department has a policy, or has issued guidance to staff on the use of artificial intelligence, large language model, natural language processing, generative or otherwise, or products based thereon in the course of their duties; if this has been communicated to staff; if she will publish same; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [36150/24]
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media if her Department, or any agency under her auspices, has ever used any artificial intelligence software in the preparation of response to parliamentary questions, or in responses to any correspondence from outside the organisation; the details of same if applicable; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [36169/24]
Social 2 questions
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Minister for Social Protection if her Department has a policy, or has issued guidance to staff on the use of artificial intelligence, large language model, natural language processing, generative or otherwise, or products based thereon in the course of their duties; if this has been communicated to staff; if she will publish same; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [36148/24]
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Minister for Social Protection if her Department, or any agency under her auspices, has ever used any artificial intelligence software in the preparation of response to parliamentary questions, or in responses to any correspondence from outside the organisation; the details of same if applicable; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [36167/24]
Justice 2 questions
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Minister for Justice if her Department has a policy, or has issued guidance to staff on the use of artificial intelligence, large language model, natural language processing, generative or otherwise, or products based thereon in the course of their duties; if this has been communicated to staff; if she will publish same; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [36145/24]
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Minister for Justice if her Department, or any agency under her auspices, has ever used any artificial intelligence software in the preparation of response to parliamentary questions, or in responses to any correspondence from outside the organisation; the details of same if applicable; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [36164/24]
Further and Higher Education 2 questions
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science if his Department has a policy, or has issued guidance to staff on the use of artificial intelligence, large language model, natural language processing, generative or otherwise, or products based thereon in the course of their duties; if this has been communicated to staff; if he will publish same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36142/24]
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science if his Department, or any agency under his auspices, has ever used any artificial intelligence software in the preparation of response to parliamentary questions, or in responses to any correspondence from outside the organisation; the details of same if applicable; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36161/24]

New lobbying 24 returns

The Wheel Community
- The Wheel's 2025 pre-Budget submission was sent to all TDs, along with an invitation to the launch event. Ministers and secretary generals of relevant departments, as well as joint committee chairs, were sent specific versions of the pre-Budget submission that relate to their areas of policy. The full submission can be found at www.wheel.ie and covers a wide range of areas including health, housing, child and youth participation, climate, poverty and inclusion.
John Gallagher Foreign Affairs
- Irish Government policy on Yazidi Community in Middle East
Outhouse CLG Foreign Affairs
- Special Envoy for LGBTQ+ Rights
Save the Children UK Foreign Affairs
- Political engagement on the situation for children in conflict in Israel and occupied Palestinian territory
Ireland Active Taxation
- Tax Credit Submission for Gym and Swimming Pool Fees
Irish Cancer Society Health
- Pre-Budget Submission 2025 asks
National Forum of Family Resource Centres CLG Children and Youth Affairs
- The Family Resource Centre National Forum held a political engagement event on 25th of June in Dublin.
The Irish Farmers' Association - IFA Agriculture
- Environmental Impact of Industrial Emissions - Castlecomer, Co. Kilkenny
Irish Development Education Association · 2 returns Education and Training
- Ensuring Global Citizenship Education (GCE) and Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) are adequately resourced in Budget2025 and beyond
- Making the importance of Global Citizenship Education (GCE) visible and understood
ActionAid Ireland · 3 returns Foreign Affairs
- To highlight the Global Day of Action Against Arms Sales to Israel and ActionAid is calling on the Irish government to use its position in the EU and its relationship with the U.S. to end arms sales
- Ahead of Statements to mark Europe Day - call for statements to include a demand to end to European arms sales to Israel
- Sharing a statement by 20 Humanitarian Organisations - World leaders fail to act as Israeli invasion of Rafah worsens humanitarian catastrophe
GSK Health
- Adult vaccination
National Spiritual Assembly of the Bahá'ís of Ireland Justice and Equality
- Emailed all TDs and Senators asking them to sign a statement calling on the Iranian government to cease persecution of Baha'is, women and minorities in Iran.
Society of Chartered Surveyors Ireland Housing
- Email summary of SCSI reports published and available on the SCSI website
DOCHAS - THE IRISH ASSOCIATION OF NON- GOVERNMENTAL DEVELOPMENT ORGANISATIONS · 2 returns Foreign Affairs
- Meeting regarding ODA and human rights
- Request for meeting and attendance at awareness-raising event
Teneo Strategy Ireland Limited Taxation
- Providing information on the upcoming fuel tax increases and the potential for the establishment of an expert group on taxation, seeking a meeting on the same issues
Irish Council for Civil Liberties Justice and Equality
- Special Criminal Court
Rare Diseases Ireland · 2 returns Health
- Get Rare Aware - Engaging with elected officials on Get Rare Aware campaign
- Rare Diseases Ireland election manifesto launch
Alcohol Forum Ireland Justice and Equality
- To seek political support for changes to better provide for regulation of under 18s events on licensed premises in Ireland through amendments to the Sale of Alcohol Bill
Christian Aid Ireland Foreign Affairs
- Human rights in Israel & the occupied Palestinian territory (IOPT)

Niamh Smyth — Fianna Fáil 0 votes · 29 questions · 34 new lobbying returns

Questions asked 29 total

Health 6 questions
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the case of a person (details supplied) will be reviewed; the reason her appointment was cancelled; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36067/24]
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason there is no cardiologist based in Cavan General Hospital; if his attention has been drawn to the fact that the cardiologist previously in place has moved permanently to Drogheda Hospital; if he will examine this matter; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36084/24]
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a young child (details supplied) will be prioritised for an urgent procedure; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36105/24]
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the case of a person (details supplied) will be prioritised given that two recent hospital appointments have been cancelled at short notice; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36108/24]
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the process by which a person (details supplied) can claim back moneys spent on medication while awaiting medical card approval. [36477/24]
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has a two and a half year wait for a medical procedure; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36693/24]
Education 4 questions
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Education if there is any scope for a scheme that would allow fully vetted PE instructors to run programmes in fundamental movement in primary schools; and if local primary schools can access any funding from the Government aside from their capitation funding allocation to run such programmes. [36364/24]
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Education her plans to address concerns raised by parents regarding the weight of school bags for pupils attending national and secondary schools; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [36419/24]
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Education if the requirement for school transport for a student (details supplied) will be reviewed given their circumstances; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [36424/24]
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Education to review a school transport case (details supplied); if any seating has become free to accommodate this family; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [36730/24]
Housing 3 questions
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the financial assistance or schemes open to persons (details supplied) to help them acquire a family home; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36372/24]
- 2024-09-19 Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the funding he is providing for the first home scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36882/24]
- 2024-09-19 Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the number of residential units commenced to date in Cavan in 2024; how this compares with the same timeframe in 2023; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36881/24]
Social 3 questions
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Social Protection the status of a visa application in relation to their PPS number (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [36370/24]
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Social Protection the reason an application to the school meals programme for a school (details supplied) was not successful; if she will re-examine its case; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [36101/24]
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Social Protection to review the case of a person earning minimum class A contributory losing all of the class S contributory; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [36858/24]
Children 3 questions
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting for an ASD assessment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36058/24]
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth to contact Tusla if the case of a person (details supplied) will be examined and assistance provided; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36125/24]
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth the reason a person (details supplied) is without their care package; his views on the obvious need for its extension into a more adequate package to meet her needs; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36561/24]
Foreign 2 questions
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs to review the case of a person (details supplied); the reason they were turned down for a passport despite documents being provided; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36404/24]
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs if a passport application for a person (details supplied) will be expedited; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36538/24]
Environment 2 questions
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for the Environment, Climate and Communications the reason a family (details supplied) cannot access their EIR connection due to their Eircode not being uploaded onto the system; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36331/24]
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for the Environment, Climate and Communications when the criteria regarding having a child under seven came into force for people on disability allowance payment; and the case of a child (details supplied) will be reviewed. [36397/24]
Finance 2 questions
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Finance the estimated cost of a proposal (details supplied). [36127/24]
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Finance the rules on exiting bankruptcy; the length of time this should affect a person’s credit rating when trying to obtain a mortgage; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36373/24]
Justice 1 question
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Justice the status of a visa application (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [36370/24]
Agriculture 1 question
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine if the case of a farmer (details supplied) can be reviewed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36064/24]
Further and Higher Education 1 question
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science if he will examine a funding issue (details supplied); if his attention has been drawn to this move by the education and training board in question; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36680/24]
Tourism 1 question
- 2024-09-19 Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media when Coimisiún na Meán’s online safety code will be finalised. [36750/24]

New lobbying 34 returns

Independent Broadcasters of Ireland Arts
- This was to seek changes to proposed support schemes so that meaningful, ringfenced and accessible funding for news and current affairs would be provided, as well as interim funding as per IBI Pre Budget Submission. This also included a grassroots campaign as well as letters, emails, texts and phone calls and emails to Oireachtas members as set out in our returns for this period.
The Wheel Community
- The Wheel's 2025 pre-Budget submission was sent to all TDs, along with an invitation to the launch event. Ministers and secretary generals of relevant departments, as well as joint committee chairs, were sent specific versions of the pre-Budget submission that relate to their areas of policy. The full submission can be found at www.wheel.ie and covers a wide range of areas including health, housing, child and youth participation, climate, poverty and inclusion.
Veterinary Ireland Agriculture
- Communications with Taoiseach, Tanaiste, Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Minister for Health, Chief Veterinary Officer, and other DPOs, regarding Veterinary Ireland concerns on the Veterinary Medicinal Products, Medicated Feed and Fertilisers Regulation Act 2023, and associated Statutory Instrument.
Ireland Active Taxation
- Tax Credit Submission for Gym and Swimming Pool Fees
Irish Cancer Society Health
- Pre-Budget Submission 2025 asks
Institute of Professional Auctioneers and Valuers Justice and Equality
- Meeting to discuss legislation aimed at speeding up conveyancing times.
National Spiritual Assembly of the Bahá'ís of Ireland Justice and Equality
- Emailed all TDs and Senators asking them to sign a statement calling on the Iranian government to cease persecution of Baha'is, women and minorities in Iran.
Virgin Media Ireland Limited Communications
- Public Service Broadcasting
Society of Chartered Surveyors Ireland Housing
- Email summary of SCSI reports published and available on the SCSI website
Association of Visitor Experiences and Attractions CLG Tourism
- AVEA submission for consideration for Budget 2025, with the four key themes of: Accelerated Costs of Business threatening the sustainability of businesses; VAT to return to 9%; Economic value of tourism to be recognised and supported, particularly in the regions; Access to be prioritised, internationally and locally, as a key strategic tourism enabler; budgets for tourism agencies Tourism Ireland and Fáilte Ireland to be restored to 2023 levels
Treoir (Federation of Services for Unmarried Parents and their Children) Children and Youth Affairs
- commitment to support kinship care families
Screen Producers Ireland · 3 returns Arts
- email to seek meeting to discuss SPI pre budget submission
- email to Committee members to share SPI's position on RTE reports
- Informing members of Joint Committee on Tourism, Culture, Arts, Sport and Media of SPI's position on regional development of Audiovisual sector
National Youth Council of Ireland Justice and Equality
- Criminal Justice (Incitement to Violence or Hatred and Hate Offences) Bill 2022
Age Action Justice and Equality
- Age Action is a member of the Coalition against Hate Crime, which lobbies for the enactment of hate crime legislation
Rockwood Consulting ULC · 2 returns Justice and Equality
- Requested a meeting to discuss legislation aimed at speeding up conveyancing times
- Met with Minister and DPOs to discuss legislation aimed at speeding up conveyancing times
BeLonG To Youth Services Ltd. Justice and Equality
- Criminal Justice (Incitement to Violence or Hatred and Hate Offences) Bill 2022
Teneo Strategy Ireland Limited Taxation
- Providing information on the upcoming fuel tax increases and the potential for the establishment of an expert group on taxation, seeking a meeting on the same issues
Irish Council for Civil Liberties · 3 returns Justice and Equality
- Human Rights in Irish Policing
- Court, Civil Law, Criminal Law and Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2024
- Criminal Justice (Incitement to Violence or Hatred and Hate Offences) Bill 2022
TG4 Communications
- maoiniú TG4
Rare Diseases Ireland · 2 returns Health
- Get Rare Aware - Engaging with elected officials on Get Rare Aware campaign
- Rare Diseases Ireland election manifesto launch
CUMANN PEILE NA H-EIREANN "FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION OF IRELAND" Sports and Recreation
- Meeting with representatives of Fianna Fail to consider proposals from the FAI
Irish Hotels Federation Tourism
- Seeking Government measures to support the continued recovery of Ireland's tourism and hospitality industry
Alcohol Forum Ireland Justice and Equality
- To seek political support for changes to better provide for regulation of under 18s events on licensed premises in Ireland through amendments to the Sale of Alcohol Bill
Insight Consultants Health
- to encourage members of the public to exercise by way of a tax credit to join fitness clubs
Car Rental Council of Ireland · 4 returns Taxation · Transport · Finance
- VAT equalisation measure for rental cars
- Publicly accessible charging infrastructure for EVs
- Affordable EVs
- Insurance reform

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