Tipperary North — week of Mon, 16 Sept

Alan Kelly — Labour Party 0 votes · 18 questions · 14 new lobbying returns

Questions asked 18 total

Justice 4 questions
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Alan Kelly asked the Minister for Justice the number of new Garda vehicles allocated to the Garda technical bureau to date in 2024; and the number of Garda vehicles from the technical bureau withdrawn during same period, in tabular form. [36797/24]
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Alan Kelly asked the Minister for Justice the estimated costs in 2025 if 35 additional WTE digital forensic examiners at engineering grade 3 were recruited for An Garda Síochána. [36798/24]
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Alan Kelly asked the Minister for Justice the number of intoxilyzer machines based in each Garda division as of 12 September 2024, in tabular form. [36799/24]
- 2024-09-19 Deputy Alan Kelly asked the Minister for Justice the cost to the State for maintaining the Garda fleet of vehicles since a company (details supplied) won the contract, by year, in tabular form. [37155/24]
Health 4 questions
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Alan Kelly asked the Minister for Health the total number of persons awaiting a psychology report for mental health intellectual disability services in each of the CHO5 areas; the current expected waiting time for an assessment; and the plans he has to extend services within this area before the end of the year. [36793/24]
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Alan Kelly asked the Minister for Health to identify the specialist ophthalmology surgery treatment that is not provided within the State and for which patients are sent to the UK or elsewhere abroad; and the efforts being made to provide these surgeries within the State. [36794/24]
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Alan Kelly asked the Minister for Health the opening hours of the pharmacy at Tipperary University Hospital each week; and if a senior pharmacist is on call within the hospital on a 24-7 basis. [36795/24]
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Alan Kelly asked the Minister for Health the facilities and specialists that a GP can refer a person to in CHO3 in cases in which the person believes they have ADHD and wish to be diagnosed and appropriately treated by a psychiatrist and get access to medication. [36796/24]
Foreign 2 questions
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Alan Kelly asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs if he plans to visit Germany during Quarter 4 this year. [36806/24]
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Alan Kelly asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs if he will report on his engagements with the government of Mexico. [36807/24]
Defence 2 questions
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Alan Kelly asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Defence the number of males and females in each Army and Naval Service cadetship competition class during 2023 and to date in 2024, in tabular form. [36802/24]
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Alan Kelly asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Defence the number of military avionics technicians in the Air Corps as of 12 September 2024; and if he will provide same figures as of 12 September 2021, in tabular form. [36803/24]
Public Expenditure 2 questions
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Alan Kelly asked the Minister for Public Expenditure, National Development Plan Delivery and Reform if the flood relief works at Holycross, County Tipperary are completed; if not, when these works will be completed; and the estimated costs of those works. [36804/24]
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Alan Kelly asked the Minister for Public Expenditure, National Development Plan Delivery and Reform if the flood relief works at Knocklofty, County Tipperary are completed; if not, when these works will be completed; and the estimated cost of those works. [36805/24]
Transport 1 question
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Alan Kelly asked the Minister for Transport if he will outline the increased investment being made on local link services in Tipperary, including future plans for such extension. [36792/24]
Finance 1 question
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Alan Kelly asked the Minister for Finance if he has spoken with the World Bank president since his appointment. [36801/24]
Education 1 question
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Alan Kelly asked the Minister for Education the number of school tickets applications that were issued for the academic year 2023-2024 compared to the previous 2022-2023 academic year in Tipperary. [36791/24]
Children 1 question
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Alan Kelly asked the Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth the additional funding that was provided in 2024 for additional development measures for children's services; and the way this funding was spent this year. [36800/24]

New lobbying 14 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.
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
Orsted Onshore Ireland Midco Limited Energy and Natural Resources
- Overarching letter to Oireachtas members, specifically those in counties with Orsted presence, and other key government officials outlining key energy policy priorities
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
Irish Kidney Association Health
- Made contact in response to a question raised by Alan Kelly that referenced the tax rebate available to people on dialysis
mytaxi network Ireland (trading as FREE NOW) Transport
- Outreach and meetings to discuss issues impacting the taxi industry such as supply, regulation and tax liability.
Family Carers Ireland Budgetary matters
- FCI Pre Budget proposal/asks
Irish Rural Link Co-Operative Society Limited Budgetary matters
- Copy of Irish Rural Link Pre-Budget Submission for 2025
Rare Diseases Ireland · 2 returns Health
- Get Rare Aware - Engaging with elected officials on Get Rare Aware campaign
- Rare Diseases Ireland election manifesto launch

Michael Lowry — Independent 0 votes · 14 questions · 68 new lobbying returns

Questions asked 14 total

Education 6 questions
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Michael Lowry asked the Minister for Education if there are any current or upcoming schemes that provide funding for the employment of additional cleaners in primary and post-primary schools, specifically for positions requiring 15 to 20 hours per week (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [36578/24]
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Michael Lowry asked the Minister for Education if a school bus ticket application for a student (details supplied) will be reviewed; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [36789/24]
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Michael Lowry asked the Minister for Education if an assisted technology application for a student (details supplied) will be reviewed; the reason this application has not yet been processed and a decision issued to their parents and school; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [36808/24]
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Michael Lowry asked the Minister for Education to address the urgent need for the building project at a school (details supplied); the reasons for the delay in progressing past stage 2A, apply for planning permission, and move to the tender and construction stages; the reason the interim modular accommodation granted in September 2022 was subsequently reduced, resulting in inadequate facilities for the current and projected student population; if she will include a timeline for the approval of progressing past stage 2A, the envisaged timeframe for the tender stage, and the timeframe for construction to ensure the school can meet the needs of its students and families; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [36841/24]
- 2024-09-19 Deputy Michael Lowry asked the Minister for Education to review the provision of special needs school transport for a child (details supplied); the reasons that this applicant was declined their school transport and escort for the 2024-2025 academic year; when this matter will be resolved and the appropriate school transport put in place and made available; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [37169/24]
- 2024-09-19 Deputy Michael Lowry asked the Minister for Education to address concerns from local businesses regarding the free schoolbooks and stationery scheme (details supplied); the way her Department plans to mitigate the intense low margins faced by SMEs, the reduced footfall in retail premises, and the loss of seasonal jobs; additionally, if her Department will consider allowing schools more flexibility to prioritise local suppliers; the steps that are being taken to streamline the procurement process to reduce logistical challenges in schools; if she will consider encouraging schools to spend locally, or provide a one-time payment to families given the broader negative impact on local economies; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [37171/24]
Children 6 questions
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Michael Lowry asked the Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth if he will expedite and review a school age service application submission (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36654/24]
- 2024-09-19 Deputy Michael Lowry asked the Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth if he will allocate €10 million in Budget 2025 to establish 34 universal youth work hubs and uplift the youth services grant scheme to support pay parity, enhance volunteer-led universal youth work, and engage an additional 27,560 young people and 2,800 volunteers; if he will examine this request which is highlighted in an organisation’s pre-Budget 2025 submission (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37073/24]
- 2024-09-19 Deputy Michael Lowry asked the Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth if he will allocate €1 million in Budget 2025 to employ 14 specialist staff to coordinate digital youth work and engage 1,400 young people in digital skills and literacy development; if he will examine this request which is highlighted in an organisation’s pre-Budget 2025 submission (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37074/24]
- 2024-09-19 Deputy Michael Lowry asked the Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth if he will allocate €1.5 million in Budget 2025 to recruit 23 dedicated mentoring and specialist staff to support 400 new mentoring matches and provide specialist support for 225 young people from diverse communities; if he will examine this request which is highlighted in an organisation’s pre-Budget 2025 submission (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37075/24]
- 2024-09-19 Deputy Michael Lowry asked the Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth if he will allocate €2 million in Budget 2025 to establish 15 new targeted youth projects under the UBU Your Place Your Space scheme, engaging 1,200 young people experiencing disadvantage; if he will examine this request which is highlighted an organisation’s pre-Budget 2025 submission (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37076/24]
- 2024-09-19 Deputy Michael Lowry asked the Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth if he will allocate €0.5 million in Budget 2025 to increase funding for an initiative (details supplied), supporting an additional 930 young people in local, regional, and national decision-making processes; if he will examine this request which is highlighted in an organisation’s pre-Budget 2025 submission; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37077/24]
Agriculture 1 question
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Michael Lowry asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine to provide additional information on the case of a person (details supplied); the reasons this application was with the Department for approximately 13 months; the reasons he had to make several phone calls to enquire about the status of his application; the reasons he was informed verbally that his application was approved pending the issuing of the final approval letter; the reasons this application was then refused and subsequently refused again on appeal; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36781/24]
Health 1 question
- 2024-09-18 Deputy Michael Lowry asked the Minister for Health if he is aware of the significant challenges faced by children with disabilities in accessing timely and appropriate dental treatment, as highlighted by the case of a child (details supplied); the measures being taken to ensure that vulnerable children receive the urgent care they need; if a review of the disability paediatric service in the midwest, specifically in St. Camillus and Nenagh Hospital, will be conducted to address these systemic issues; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36688/24]

New lobbying 68 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.
The Irish Farmers' Association - IFA · 45 returns EU Affairs · Agriculture · Finance · Environment · Energy and Natural Resources · Social Protection · Education and Training · Taxation · Marine
- Nature Restoration Law
- Straw Incorporation Measure (SIM)
- 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
South Tipperary Development CLG Economic Development and Industry
- Made representation on behalf of the company regarding the funding levels for the upcoming LEADER programme
Coach Tourism and Transport Council of Ireland Transport
- Sought to have a number of asks included in political party manifestos
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
Orsted Onshore Ireland Midco Limited Energy and Natural Resources
- Overarching letter to Oireachtas members, specifically those in counties with Orsted presence, and other key government officials outlining key energy policy priorities
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
Vodafone Ireland Communications
- VAT Reduction on Internet Access Services
Kathleen O'Meara Public Affairs Consultant · 2 returns Justice and Equality · Transport
- The need for amendments to the Gambling Regulation Bill to meet the concerns of charities which are fundraising
- Lobbying by a group of CIE pensioners for the Minister for Transport to require the Board of CIE to increase their pension
Rehab Group Budgetary matters
- Rehab Group's Pre-Budget Submission Campaign
Family Carers Ireland Budgetary matters
- FCI Pre Budget proposal/asks
Ibec Finance
- Pre-Budget Submission
Rare Diseases Ireland · 2 returns Health
- Get Rare Aware - Engaging with elected officials on Get Rare Aware campaign
- Rare Diseases Ireland election manifesto launch
Retailers Against Smuggling Finance
- Sought support for proposed policies
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

What your Tipperary North TDs did this week

Questions asked 18 total

New lobbying 14 returns

Questions asked 14 total

New lobbying 68 returns

New lobbying 1 return