Cork North-Central — week of Mon, 19 May

Colm Burke — Fine Gael 3 votes · 14 questions · 37 new lobbying returns

Questions asked 14 total

Further and Higher Education 4 questions
- 2025-05-21 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science the engagement his Department has had with third level institutions to ensure that, as much as possible, exams are not held off campus; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26218/25]
- 2025-05-21 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science the level of funding is provided to subsidise the cost in delivering student accommodation for third level students, whether consideration would be given to subsidising the cost for students directly; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26219/25]
- 2025-05-22 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science if he will consider providing additional financial supports for students undertaking postgraduate courses; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26264/25]
- 2025-05-22 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science if he will consider expanding the eligibility of funding through the Irish Research Council to enable part-time PhD students to qualify for these funding opportunities to ensure more students engage in high level research; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26265/25]
Transport 3 questions
- 2025-05-22 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Transport to consider extending the list of recognised States in the exchange of a foreign driving licence to an Irish driving licence to include the United States, in order to facilitate new residents and returning Irish citizens to Ireland; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26470/25]
- 2025-05-22 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Transport if consideration would be given to the introduction of a reciprocal licensing agreement between the United States and Ireland in the exchange of a foreign driving licence to an Irish driving licence, in view that there is no such agreement in place; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26471/25]
- 2025-05-22 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Transport if consideration would be given to extending the list of provinces in Canada where you can exchange a Canadian driving licence for an Irish driving licence, to facilitate new residents and Irish citizens returning to Ireland; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26472/25]
Agriculture 2 questions
- 2025-05-20 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine to provide an update on his Department's recent discussions with the TB forum to address the increase in the incidence of tuberculosis on Irish farms; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25612/25]
- 2025-05-20 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine the action his Department is taking regarding succession in farming, in particular the delivery of a comprehensive succession policy that specifically addresses the barriers to entry into the agriculture sector for young farmers; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25613/25]
Rural 2 questions
- 2025-05-22 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Rural and Community Development the funding available for community groups seeking to construct capital facilities, such as community centres, pavilions, and so on; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26263/25]
- 2025-05-22 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Rural and Community Development the level of funding which will be awarded to community groups in Cork under the 2025 town and village renewal scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26262/25]
Finance 1 question
- 2025-05-20 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Finance the extent to which the experience of the taxation of e-cigarettes in other jurisdictions have informed thinking around the proposed e-liquids tax; what jurisdictions were examined, and how his officials arrive at the figure of €500 per litre; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25229/25]
Health 1 question
- 2025-05-20 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Health if she will consider advocating for changes at EU level in the revision of the tobacco tax Directive such that the law will facilitate, rather than prevent, generational bans, as some countries are considering such generational bans; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [25230/25]
Social 1 question
- 2025-05-21 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Social Protection the status of a domiciliary care allowance appeal by a person (details supplied) in respect of their application for their son; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26286/25]

New lobbying 37 returns

Gaelic Players Association Sports and Recreation
- Discussion of the financial strain paced on inter-county players through playing their games
Nursing Homes Ireland Health
- NHI corresponded with TD's and Ministers as a follow up regarding the negotiations for the Programme for Government and requirement to ensure express commitments onpolicy on care of the older person.
FoodCloud Food
- Invite sent by email
BioMarin International Limited Health
- Rare disease policy in Ireland and the EU.
MSD Health
- Advocacy on Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension Policy in Ireland
Irish Heart Foundation · 3 returns Health
- Tobacco and e-cigarette policy
- Irish Heart Foundation blood and pulse level check in Leinster House
- To establish an Oireachtas Heart and Stroke Group
Merchants QuayIreland Ltd Community
- Proposals re drug treatment, homelessness, mental health and related matters
Orsted Onshore Ireland Midco Limited Energy and Natural Resources
- Meeting with Deputy Colm Burke
RCSI (Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland) Health
- Raising public awareness of brain health and improving sport inclusion for people impacted by brain conditions.
Epilepsy Ireland Health
- Seeking support for Epilepsy Ireland's campaign to have epilepsy added to the Chronic Disease Management Programme (CDMP)
The Union of Students in Ireland Education and Training
- Lobby day email
Hanover Media Strategy Limited Health
- Rare Disease & Life Sciences Policy
Healthy Homes Ireland Housing
- To secure meetings and engage with elected/ designated officials in order to communicate the findings of Healthy Homes Ireland's report; 'Our place: Towards Healthier Greener Homes'.
College of Psychiatrists of Ireland Health
- Mental Health Bill 2024 and concerns re inability to provide treatment to all who will be involuntarily hospitalised due to current iteration.To provide descriptions using video recordings of people who had benefited from treatment under the current Mental Health Act explaining their illnesses and the necessary treatment provided in a timely manner.
Vape Business Ireland Health
- To request Pre-Legislative Scrutiny of the 2024 Vaping Bill
Alcohol Action Ireland Health
- Health information labelling of alcohol products
Vulcan Consulting Limited · 2 returns Health
- Rare Disease Policy
- Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension Awareness
Youth Work Ireland Children and Youth Affairs
- Annual briefing for Oireachtas members
Ibec Economic Development and Industry
- Technology Ireland "Lunch & Learn" event with Oireachtas members
GSK Health
- Immunisation policy
Fórsa trade union Health
- Emails, letters, including letters to two Ministers, phone calls and an online meeting was organised with the aim of seeking more funding for the healthcare system, and to support unions in being consulted regarding the pay and numbers strategy in the Health Service Executive. There were discussions in relation to the then impending Pay & Numbers dispute including possible solutions with some TDs.
New Fortress Energy Energy and Natural Resources
- Energy Security
Irish Red Cross Budgetary matters
- Activities relating to a briefing session at Leinster House on 25/02/25, where we held a session for all TDs and Senators to present the results of a survey on the experiences of hosts under the pledged accommodation project
Irish Cancer Society · 8 returns Health · Taxation
- Sunbeds
- Treatment Abroad Scheme
- QUIT Programme
- Nicotine pouches
- HPV Vaccination Programme
- Timely access to medicines
- Radiation oncology services
- Timely access to cancer diagnostics
Horse Racing Ireland Agriculture
- Stallion Trail Invitations
Creative Retail Distribution Limited Taxation
- Email to members of the Oireachtas concerning the E-liquids Products Tax and concerns around the mechanism chosen to implement the tax via self-declaration rather than as a tax-stamp. Hale also referred to research commissioned from Forvis Mazars which raised several important policy considerations around the E-Liquids products tax including the potential for a surge in illicit and grey market sales.
Friends of the Earth Energy and Natural Resources
- Advocacy re Programme for Government

Eoghan Kenny — Labour Party 3 votes · 5 questions · 26 new lobbying returns

Questions asked 5 total

Agriculture 2 questions
- 2025-05-21 Deputy Eoghan Kenny asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine to outline what arose during his meeting with all stakeholders at the TB forum; the efforts being made to introduce an adequately resourced TB scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26096/25]
- 2025-05-21 Deputy Eoghan Kenny asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine the number of those farmers who are participants in ACRES awaiting payment for both 2024 and 2025; the amount awaiting a balancing payment for 2023; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26097/25]
Health 2 questions
- 2025-05-21 Deputy Eoghan Kenny asked the Minister for Health to fast track the essential orthopaedic appointment for Cork University Hospital for person (details supplied), as it is a very serious concern. [26094/25]
- 2025-05-21 Deputy Eoghan Kenny asked the Minister for Health if housing provision for older people falls under her remit within her Department; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [26095/25]
Environment 1 question
- 2025-05-21 Deputy Eoghan Kenny asked the Minister for the Environment, Climate and Communications if his attention has been drawn to the proliferation of fires occurring in waste collection vehicles due to the presence of combustible lithium batteries within vaping devices, igniting in trucks while in transit; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26098/25]

New lobbying 26 returns

FoodCloud Food
- Invite sent by email
CHILDREN'S RIGHTS ALLIANCE - REPUBLIC OF IRELAND LIMITED Children and Youth Affairs
- Advocacy on Children's Rights Alliance Report Card 2025.
Irish Heart Foundation Health
- Welcoming and congratulating new TDs on their election to the 34th Dáil.
Orsted Onshore Ireland Midco Limited Energy and Natural Resources
- Email campaign to TDs
Dyslexia Association of Ireland Education and Training
- Meeting with Eoghan Kenny
National Adult Literacy Agency Education and Training
- Adult Literacy in Ireland
RCSI (Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland) Health
- Raising public awareness of brain health and improving sport inclusion for people impacted by brain conditions.
Epilepsy Ireland · 2 returns Health
- Seeking support for Epilepsy Ireland's campaign to have epilepsy added to the Chronic Disease Management Programme (CDMP)
- Seeking the Deputy submit a question regarding the reimbursement of medication FINTEPLA.
Educate Together Education and Training
- Met with Labour Party Leader Ivana Bacik TD and Education Spokesperson Eoghan Kenny TD to discuss current challenges facing Educate Together and the political importance of patronage reconfiguration.
The Union of Students in Ireland · 2 returns Education and Training
- Lobby day email
- Lobby Day in Buswells hotel
College of Psychiatrists of Ireland Health
- Mental Health Bill 2024 and concerns re inability to provide treatment to all who will be involuntarily hospitalised due to current iteration.To provide descriptions using video recordings of people who had benefited from treatment under the current Mental Health Act explaining their illnesses and the necessary treatment provided in a timely manner.
Autism Spectrum Information, Advice and Meeting Point Ltd, Trading as AsIAm · 2 returns Children and Youth Affairs
- Meeting with the Labour Party
- Meeting of the Parliamentary Group on Autism
Alcohol Action Ireland Health
- Health information labelling of alcohol products
Vulcan Consulting Limited · 2 returns Health
- Rare Disease Policy in Ireland
- Rare Disease Policy
Children's Books Ireland CLG Education and Training
- Invited members of the government and opposition TDs to the Children's Books Ireland Reading for Joy Forum discussion event.
Youth Work Ireland · 2 returns Children and Youth Affairs
- Annual briefing for Oireachtas members
- Meeting with new spokespersons on Education and Youth to brief them on aspects of youth policy on behalf of the organisation
Ibec Economic Development and Industry
- Technology Ireland "Lunch & Learn" event with Oireachtas members
National College of Ireland Education and Training
- NCI's capital requirements in the context of Programme for Government
Irish Red Cross Budgetary matters
- Activities relating to a briefing session at Leinster House on 25/02/25, where we held a session for all TDs and Senators to present the results of a survey on the experiences of hosts under the pledged accommodation project
Horse Racing Ireland Agriculture
- Stallion Trail Invitations
Creative Retail Distribution Limited Taxation
- Email to members of the Oireachtas concerning the E-liquids Products Tax and concerns around the mechanism chosen to implement the tax via self-declaration rather than as a tax-stamp. Hale also referred to research commissioned from Forvis Mazars which raised several important policy considerations around the E-Liquids products tax including the potential for a surge in illicit and grey market sales.

Ken O'Flynn — Independent Ireland 2 votes · 7 questions · 18 new lobbying returns

Questions asked 7 total

Education 3 questions
- 2025-05-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Education and Youth the percentage of both primary and secondary schools that provide unisex wheelchair accessible toilets for both students and staff, by county, in tabular form, noting that the facilitation of unisex wheelchair accessible toileting facilities allows for assistance by a special needs assistant of either gender; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [25097/25]
- 2025-05-21 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Education and Youth the current qualification requirements for teachers assigned to special classes or special education units, including autism classes, in primary and post-primary schools; if it is a requirement that such teachers hold a postgraduate qualification in special educational needs; if not, the reason; and if her Department, in consultation with the National Council for Special Education, plans to make specialist training mandatory to ensure that children with additional needs are taught by appropriately qualified and trained staff. [26129/25]
- 2025-05-22 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Education and Youth if her Department has conducted a review of the pension entitlements for all school secretaries and caretakers, given that the current legislative provisions do not afford them the same pension benefits as teachers and other staff who are directly employed by the Department. [26388/25]
Justice 2 questions
- 2025-05-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice if his Department has engaged with officials from Cork City Council regarding the use of a property (details supplied). [25094/25]
- 2025-05-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice to provide the detailed expenditure and oversight by his Department on the contract for services for accommodation of persons at a centre (details supplied) for April 2025; and the expected costs for May 2025. [25298/25]
Health 2 questions
- 2025-05-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Health to provide a list, of any meetings including dates and headline details related to or featuring issues related to termination of pregnancy from January 2025 to date, in tabular form. [25500/25]
- 2025-05-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Health his plans for a facility in County Cork (details supplied) and if he will engage with the local community regarding same. [25839/25]

New lobbying 18 returns

FoodCloud Food
- Invite sent by email
Irish Heart Foundation Health
- Welcoming and congratulating new TDs on their election to the 34th Dáil.
Orsted Onshore Ireland Midco Limited Energy and Natural Resources
- Email campaign to TDs
Epilepsy Ireland Health
- Seeking support for Epilepsy Ireland's campaign to have epilepsy added to the Chronic Disease Management Programme (CDMP)
The Union of Students in Ireland Education and Training
- Lobby day email
College of Psychiatrists of Ireland Health
- Mental Health Bill 2024 and concerns re inability to provide treatment to all who will be involuntarily hospitalised due to current iteration.To provide descriptions using video recordings of people who had benefited from treatment under the current Mental Health Act explaining their illnesses and the necessary treatment provided in a timely manner.
Vape Business Ireland Health
- To request Pre-Legislative Scrutiny of the 2024 Vaping Bill
Alcohol Action Ireland Health
- Health information labelling of alcohol products
CUMANN LEABHARLANN NA H-EIREANN. (THE LIBRARY ASSOCIATION OF IRELAND) Education and Training
- Correspondence in relation to the Programme for Government discussions and the expansion of school libraries in Ireland
Youth Work Ireland Children and Youth Affairs
- Annual briefing for Oireachtas members
Autism Spectrum Information, Advice and Meeting Point Ltd, Trading as AsIAm · 2 returns Health · Children and Youth Affairs
- Invited a range of public officials to the Same Chance Breakfast marking World Autism Day
- Meeting of the Parliamentary Group on Autism
Irish Red Cross Budgetary matters
- Activities relating to a briefing session at Leinster House on 25/02/25, where we held a session for all TDs and Senators to present the results of a survey on the experiences of hosts under the pledged accommodation project
Gas Networks Ireland Energy and Natural Resources
- Pathway to a Net Zero Carbon Network briefing seeking support
Horse Racing Ireland Agriculture
- Stallion Trail Invitations
Creative Retail Distribution Limited Taxation
- Email to members of the Oireachtas concerning the E-liquids Products Tax and concerns around the mechanism chosen to implement the tax via self-declaration rather than as a tax-stamp. Hale also referred to research commissioned from Forvis Mazars which raised several important policy considerations around the E-Liquids products tax including the potential for a surge in illicit and grey market sales.
The Alzheimer Society of Ireland Community
- Meeting with Oireachtas Members on Dementia Policy and the Needs of the Wider Community
Christian Aid Ireland EU Affairs
- Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive & Omnibus

Pádraig O'Sullivan — Fianna Fáil 3 votes · 4 questions · 33 new lobbying returns

Questions asked 4 total

Agriculture 2 questions
- 2025-05-20 Deputy Pádraig O'Sullivan asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine the number of ACRES payments receivable at present; the number of applications that have been issued additional information requests; if his Department will provide an interim payment while applications are being processed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25342/25]
- 2025-05-20 Deputy Pádraig O'Sullivan asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine the number of bovine tuberculosis outbreaks nationally in 2023, 2024 and to date in 2025; the number of false positives recorded during the same period; the steps he is taking to improve the testing regime, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25341/25]
Taoiseach 1 question
- 2025-05-20 Deputy Pádraig O'Sullivan asked the Taoiseach to report on his recent discussions with President Zelenskyy. [22661/25]
Health 1 question
- 2025-05-20 Deputy Pádraig O'Sullivan asked the Minister for Health if he will make the freestyle libre 2 system available on medical card to those using both metformin and insulin; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [25471/25]

New lobbying 33 returns

Gaelic Players Association Sports and Recreation
- Discussion of the financial strain paced on inter-county players through playing their games
FoodCloud Food
- Invite sent by email
ALLIANCE OF MEDICINES FOR IRELAND COMPANY LIMITED BY GUARANTEE Health
- Correspondence to relevant stakeholders regarding the implications of the Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive.
BioMarin International Limited Health
- Rare disease policy in Ireland and the EU.
MSD Health
- Advocacy on Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension Policy in Ireland
Orsted Onshore Ireland Midco Limited · 2 returns Energy and Natural Resources
- Email campaign to TDs
- Meeting with Deputy Padraig O'Sullivan
RCSI (Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland) Health
- Raising public awareness of brain health and improving sport inclusion for people impacted by brain conditions.
Epilepsy Ireland Health
- Seeking support for Epilepsy Ireland's campaign to have epilepsy added to the Chronic Disease Management Programme (CDMP)
The Union of Students in Ireland Education and Training
- Lobby day email
Hanover Media Strategy Limited Health
- Rare Disease & Life Sciences Policy
Coach Tourism and Transport Council of Ireland Transport
- March 2025
Alcohol Action Ireland Health
- Health information labelling of alcohol products
Vulcan Consulting Limited · 3 returns Health
- Rare Disease Policy in Ireland
- Rare Disease Policy
- Strategic Operations in Ireland & Healthcare Priorities
TikTok Communications
- Technology Ireland information sharing session
Youth Work Ireland Children and Youth Affairs
- Annual briefing for Oireachtas members
Ibec Economic Development and Industry
- Technology Ireland "Lunch & Learn" event with Oireachtas members
Autism Spectrum Information, Advice and Meeting Point Ltd, Trading as AsIAm · 2 returns Health · Children and Youth Affairs
- Invited a range of public officials to the Same Chance Breakfast marking World Autism Day
- Meeting of the Parliamentary Group on Autism
GSK Health
- Immunisation policy
Irish Medical Organisation Health
- Invitation to attend the IMO AGM 2025 educational sessions
Irish Red Cross Budgetary matters
- Activities relating to a briefing session at Leinster House on 25/02/25, where we held a session for all TDs and Senators to present the results of a survey on the experiences of hosts under the pledged accommodation project
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals (Ireland) DAC Health
- Alexion - Programme for Government priorities and rare disease medicines access policy
Irish Cancer Society · 2 returns Health
- Cancer care pathway
- Daffodil Day 2025
Horse Racing Ireland Agriculture
- Stallion Trail Invitations
Creative Retail Distribution Limited Taxation
- Email to members of the Oireachtas concerning the E-liquids Products Tax and concerns around the mechanism chosen to implement the tax via self-declaration rather than as a tax-stamp. Hale also referred to research commissioned from Forvis Mazars which raised several important policy considerations around the E-Liquids products tax including the potential for a surge in illicit and grey market sales.
National parents Council Primary Education and Training
- Fianna Fail Roundtable on Online Safety
Pfizer · 2 returns Health
- Ireland's medicine reimbursement system and funding for access to new medicines and vaccines
- Treatment of Amyloidosis and ATTR-CM M
Friends of the Earth Energy and Natural Resources
- Advocacy re Programme for Government

Thomas Gould — Sinn Féin 0 votes · 14 questions · 11 new lobbying returns

Questions asked 14 total

Housing 5 questions
- 2025-05-20 Deputy Thomas Gould asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the average time it takes for Tailte Éireann to process a query. [25143/25]
- 2025-05-20 Deputy Thomas Gould asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the protections available to a person on a leasehold agreement. [25374/25]
- 2025-05-20 Deputy Thomas Gould asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage whether he has received a funding application for renovation of vacant properties in the Iveagh Trust flats on Kevin street; and if so, when the funding will be released for these homes. [26053/25]
- 2025-05-20 Deputy Thomas Gould asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage for an update on the Pearse House regeneration scheme. [26054/25]
- 2025-05-22 Deputy Thomas Gould asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the number of local authorities that operate a scheme whereby a person can rent a social home for reduced rent on the condition repairs are undertaken; if he will provide details on the scheme; and if his Department provides any funding for same. [26411/25]
Justice 3 questions
- 2025-05-22 Deputy Thomas Gould asked the Minister for Justice to update on his discussions with the Irish Prison Service and with Government colleagues on his proposal to reopen the Old Cork Prison in the Glen. [26393/25]
- 2025-05-22 Deputy Thomas Gould asked the Minister for Justice whether he is aware of commitments given to the people of the Glen and surrounding areas on the opening of the new prison in Cork that the former prison site would not be reopened as a prison. [26394/25]
- 2025-05-22 Deputy Thomas Gould asked the Minister for Justice to update on the community dividend committed to the people of the Glen and surrounding areas, following the opening of the new Cork prison site. [26395/25]
Education 2 questions
- 2025-05-21 Deputy Thomas Gould asked the Minister for Education and Youth further to Parliamentary Question No. 566 of 22 January 2024, if the high-level group has reported on the proposed terms of reference; and if so, and when they will be published. [26100/25]
- 2025-05-21 Deputy Thomas Gould asked the Minister for Education and Youth for an update on the classification of secretaries and caretakers as public sector workers. [26181/25]
Transport 1 question
- 2025-05-20 Deputy Thomas Gould asked the Minister for Transport for an update on CIÉ pension recipients who have not received an increase in almost 18 years. [25510/25]
Finance 1 question
- 2025-05-20 Deputy Thomas Gould asked the Minister for Finance for an update on the Finance (Provision of Access to Cash Infrastructure) Bill 2024; and whether he will consider expanding the role of post offices in the implementation of this legislation. [25507/25]
Children 1 question
- 2025-05-20 Deputy Thomas Gould asked the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality if she is aware that foster carers receive a cut in payment when a child turns 18, even if the child is still in full-time schooling; and if she will consider extending the full payment to children who are finishing school. [25373/25]
Health 1 question
- 2025-05-21 Deputy Thomas Gould asked the Minister for Health for an update on the number of patients currently in the dementia specific unit in Sarsfield Court; and the future plans for the unit. [26081/25]

New lobbying 11 returns

FoodCloud Food
- Invite sent by email
Orsted Onshore Ireland Midco Limited Energy and Natural Resources
- Email campaign to TDs
Epilepsy Ireland Health
- Seeking support for Epilepsy Ireland's campaign to have epilepsy added to the Chronic Disease Management Programme (CDMP)
The Union of Students in Ireland Education and Training
- Lobby day email
College of Psychiatrists of Ireland Health
- Mental Health Bill 2024 and concerns re inability to provide treatment to all who will be involuntarily hospitalised due to current iteration.To provide descriptions using video recordings of people who had benefited from treatment under the current Mental Health Act explaining their illnesses and the necessary treatment provided in a timely manner.
Alcohol Action Ireland Health
- Health information labelling of alcohol products
Ibec Economic Development and Industry
- Technology Ireland "Lunch & Learn" event with Oireachtas members
Irish Red Cross Budgetary matters
- Activities relating to a briefing session at Leinster House on 25/02/25, where we held a session for all TDs and Senators to present the results of a survey on the experiences of hosts under the pledged accommodation project
Irish Cancer Society Health
- Cancer care pathway
Horse Racing Ireland Agriculture
- Stallion Trail Invitations
Creative Retail Distribution Limited Taxation
- Email to members of the Oireachtas concerning the E-liquids Products Tax and concerns around the mechanism chosen to implement the tax via self-declaration rather than as a tax-stamp. Hale also referred to research commissioned from Forvis Mazars which raised several important policy considerations around the E-Liquids products tax including the potential for a surge in illicit and grey market sales.

What your Cork North-Central TDs did this week

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Questions asked 14 total

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