Cork North-Central — week of Mon, 17 Nov

What your Cork North-Central TDs did this week

Mon, 17 Nov – 23 Nov 2025 · 5 TDs · 5 bills voted on · 543 questions · 1 new lobbying filings

Votes this week

Arts (Recognition of Comedy) (Amendment) Bill 2024

2025-11-19 · 2 votes · Sinn Féin PMB

A bill to amend the Arts Act 2003 to recognise the art of comedy

A sub-amendment · motion passed 69–83

Voted for 3 Eoghan Kenny · Ken O'Flynn · Thomas Gould

Voted against 2 Colm Burke · Pádraig O'Sullivan

An amendment to the bill · motion passed 83–70

Voted for 2 Colm Burke · Pádraig O'Sullivan

Voted against 3 Eoghan Kenny · Ken O'Flynn · Thomas Gould

Cost of Motoring

2025-11-19 · 1 vote

The motion · motion failed 70–82

Voted for 3 Eoghan Kenny · Ken O'Flynn · Thomas Gould

Voted against 2 Colm Burke · Pádraig O'Sullivan

Forty-first Amendment of the Constitution (Reduction of Voting Age to Sixteen Years) Bill 2025

2025-11-19 · 1 vote · Social Democrats PMB

A bill to amend the Constitution

An amendment to the bill · motion passed 86–65

Voted for 3 Colm Burke · Ken O'Flynn · Pádraig O'Sullivan

Voted against 2 Eoghan Kenny · Thomas Gould

Gnó na Dála - Business of Dáil

2025-11-18 · 1 vote

The motion · motion passed 83–67

Voted for 2 Colm Burke · Pádraig O'Sullivan

Voted against 2 Eoghan Kenny · Ken O'Flynn

Did not vote 1 Thomas Gould

Nomination of Member of Government

2025-11-18 · 1 vote

The motion · motion passed 88–69

Voted for 2 Colm Burke · Pádraig O'Sullivan

Voted against 3 Eoghan Kenny · Ken O'Flynn · Thomas Gould

Colm Burke — Fine Gael 6 votes · 13 questions · 0 new lobbying returns

Questions asked 13 total

Health 5 questions
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Health to confirm if consideration will be given to providing an urgent appointment to a person (details supplied) who urgently requires hip surgery, has received a referral and an updated urgent status; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [63261/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Health if consideration will be given to reviewing the case of a person (details supplied) who has been informed they have to make a repayment of a specialty allowance in the HSE, which was due to an administrative error; if the request for repayment of the allowance to date will be withdrawn due to the fact that this error was not on the part of the worker in question; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [63703/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Health whether, in response to HIQA and NIAC advice supporting the roll-out of enhanced influenza vaccines for the over-65 population, HSE officials have been given direction to negotiate with companies, if necessary, to ensure a cost effective price can be secured and enhanced influenza vaccines will for the first time be provided for older people who are more at risk each winter; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [64241/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Health if she will provide details of plans for vaccination roll-out for the forthcoming influenza season; the additional measures, compared to previous years, that will be in place to help keep members of the over-65 population safe; if HIQA and NIAC advice supporting enhanced vaccines for the over-65 population has been considered and will be acted upon; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [64240/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Health her plans to introduce regulations on the sale and use of nicotine pouches; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [65062/25]
Transport 4 questions
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Transport the action his Department is taking to progress the Mallow relief road project; the current status of this project; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [63270/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Transport to provide an update regarding the expression of interest by a school (details supplied) in the Safe Routes to School Programme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [63081/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Transport if consideration will be given to the provision of safety information to the general public regarding electric vehicles with electronic door handles which have a hidden emergency mechanical release mechanism, in view that if the electronic door handle fails during an accident the occupant may not know how to get out of the car; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [63273/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Transport if consideration will be given to the provision of safety information to the general public in relation to electric vehicles, in view that electric vehicles may have different operational features to non-EV vehicles; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [63274/25]
Culture 2 questions
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Culture, Communications and Sport when the new emergency communications system will be fully operational, given the provision of such technology would be a vital tool for the elderly or vulnerable during the winter months; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [64369/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Culture, Communications and Sport the timeframe for Sports Capital Grant applications to open in 2026; the preparations required by clubs before the announcement of the next round; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [64368/25]
Education 1 question
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Education and Youth if consideration will be given to extending a bus service to include an area (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [63080/25]
Housing 1 question
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage to provide an update regarding the need for specialised training of fire fighters for electric vehicle fires; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [63233/25]

Eoghan Kenny — Labour Party 6 votes · 7 questions · 0 new lobbying returns

Questions asked 7 total

Health 4 questions
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Eoghan Kenny asked the Minister for Health for a detailed update on a CAMHS assessment for a child (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [62941/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Eoghan Kenny asked the Minister for Health if she will review the case of a person (details supplied) given the circumstances; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [63997/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Eoghan Kenny asked the Minister for Health for an update as of November 2025 on the commencement date for the new 24-inpatient beds in Mallow General Hospital, and the opening of the last remaining floor; the services that will be provided on this floor; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [63718/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Eoghan Kenny asked the Minister for Health if the HSE has engaged with the private owners of a clinic (details supplied) following its closure; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [63719/25]
Transport 2 questions
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Eoghan Kenny asked the Minister for Transport the amount Irish Rail spent on taxi services for transfers of staff and train users in each of the years 2021 to 2024, inclusive, and to date in 2025; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [62937/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Eoghan Kenny asked the Minister for Transport if his Department, or any of the State transport agencies, have plans to engage in an information campaign regarding the safety precautions of operating electric vehicles, and safety information in relation to electric vehicles if they are involved in road traffic accidents; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [63100/25]
Social 1 question
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Eoghan Kenny asked the Minister for Social Protection his views on whether a revision of categories of PRSI contributions in respect of those who pay class K contributions is necessary, given the propensity for no material benefit to arise when a class K employee ceases employment before the statutory retirement age; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [63412/25]

Ken O'Flynn — Independent Ireland 6 votes · 492 questions · 0 new lobbying returns

Questions asked 492 total

Finance 151 questions
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Finance the total number of Ukrainian-registered vehicles that have entered Ireland since February 2022 under temporary protection or refugee status arrangements; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [63823/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Finance the number of Ukrainian-registered vehicles that have been formally registered with Irish authorities since February 2022, by year; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [63824/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Finance the number of Ukrainian-registered vehicles that have transitioned from Ukrainian registration plates to Irish registration plates since February 2022; the process and timeline required for such transitions; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [63825/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Finance if his Department has conducted stress-testing or scenario analysis to assess Ireland's exposure to a potential economic downturn in 2026 and 2027; whether fiscal contingency plans are in place to mitigate same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [63588/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance if his Department has examined the governance and lending practices of Finance Ireland, given reports in March 2024 that the institution advanced a loan of approximately €10 million to a company associated with a developer who benefited financially from a separate decision of An Bord Pleanála (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [64744/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance if he considers it appropriate for the State-owned Permanent TSB to pursue the acquisition of a financial institution engaged in lending practices of the type reported in relation to a company (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [64745/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance if any due diligence conducted by his Department or by Permanent TSB in respect of a company (details supplied) has considered the reputational or regulatory risks associated with its previous lending arrangements; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [64746/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance if his Department has been in contact with the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage or his Department in relation to the decisions of An Bord Pleanála in cases (details supplied) given the potential financial implications of development contribution waivers for the Exchequer; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [64747/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance if he or his officials have met representatives of a company (details supplied) since January 2023; if he will provide details of the dates and subjects of any such meetings; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [64748/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance if any Irish-regulated banks or financial institutions have, since 2015, operated off-balance-sheet or hidden credit lines that involve direct or contingent exposure for the State or taxpayers; and if so, will he detail the institutions involved, the size and nature of those exposures, his Department's risk-assessment procedures; and the most recent date on which such exposures were reported within the Government's contingent-liability framework (details supplied). [64764/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance further to the concerns raised in a report (details supplied) report regarding undisclosed credit commitments in banking systems, if his Department has carried out any independent review in the past five years of off-balance-sheet or standby credit facilities within the Irish financial sector that could give rise to State or taxpayer liability; the criteria used by the Department and the Central Bank to classify such facilities as contingent liabilities for public-finance disclosure; if the findings of any such review have been presented to the Houses of the Oireachtas; and if he intends to introduce new disclosure requirements to ensure full transparency of these exposures. [64765/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance in view of the findings of the report "Hidden Credit Lines - The Largest Fraud Anywhere Ever", if Department has identified any Irish-regulated financial institution that entered into off-balance-sheet or standby credit-line commitments that give rise to direct or contingent State or taxpayer exposure; and if so, will he detail the institution involved, the size and nature of the commitments, and the most recent date on which these were assessed for public-finance disclosure. [64766/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance the criteria used by his Department to classify a credit-facility, loan-commitment or standby line as a contingent liability for inclusion in the Government's contingent-liabilities register; to state whether these criteria have been updated in the past five years; and to confirm whether any credit-line exposures are known to the Department but remain unpublished. [64767/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance To set out the oversight and monitoring mechanisms in place within his Department and the Central Bank of Ireland to detect hidden or off-balance-sheet credit lines in regulated banks, including whether account-level audits, stress tests or reverse-engineering of financial statements are conducted to identify unreported contingent exposures. [64768/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance To detail how many regulated lenders operating in Ireland have transferred or securitised credit-line exposures, standby facilities or similar commitments since 2015; how many of these transferred exposures remain under scrutiny by his Department or the Central Bank; and whether any supervisory or enforcement action has been taken relating to such transfers. [64769/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance To confirm whether his Department requires regulated lenders to publish account-level disclosures of standby credit lines or other contingent commitments that may affect borrower entitlements; and if not, whether he will introduce mandatory disclosure requirements covering all credit-line commitments that involve potential State or taxpayer exposure. [64770/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance To set out whether his Department will publish a regional breakdown of any identified hidden-credit-line exposures, including figures for Munster and Cork; to provide the number of lenders involved, the approximate scale of exposures, and the estimated taxpayer risk; and to outline how borrowers in Cork city and county will be notified where relevant. [64771/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance To state whether his Department or the Central Bank has commissioned any independent external review to examine the hidden-credit-line exposures referenced in the report; whether such a review includes analysis of any overlap with tracker-mortgage account failures; and whether he will commit to publishing the full findings. [64772/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance To specify the deadlines his Department has imposed on regulated lenders for completing reconciliation and account-level verification of all standby or credit-line exposures that may involve State backing; to outline the current level of compliance; and to set out the sanctions for institutions that fail to meet those deadlines. [64773/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance To confirm whether the hidden-credit-line phenomenon identified in the recent report was considered during the Department's modelling of borrower redress under the tracker-mortgage framework; to state whether any borrowers may be adversely affected by hidden credit-line exposures, including through loan transfers or securitisations; and to outline how his Department will provide updated guidance to borrowers in Cork city and county. [64774/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance his Department's most recent estimate of total taxpayer-contingent exposure arising from hidden or off-balance-sheet credit lines within the Irish financial system; the assumptions underpinning that estimate; to state when it was last reviewed; and to confirm whether he will commit to regular publication and parliamentary scrutiny of such figures. [64775/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance whether his Department has examined historic balance-sheet restatements by regulated lenders since 2008 to determine whether any concealed or misclassified credit-line exposures were subsequently corrected; to provide the number of restatements identified; and to indicate whether any of these involved previously undisclosed contingent liabilities now known to the Department. [64776/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance whether the Central Bank of Ireland's supervisory engagement model includes specific tests to identify hidden credit-line structures, including shadow-facilities, inter-affiliate lines or synthetic credit arrangements; and to confirm whether the Minister has requested enhancements to these supervisory tools in light of recent findings. [64777/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance the instructions, guidance or circulars the Department has issued to regulated lenders since 2015 regarding the disclosure of contingent exposures, including off-balance-sheet commitments; and whether lenders have been required to re-examine their reporting of standby credit facilities or similar commitments. [64778/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance his assessment of the risk that hidden credit-line exposures may have influenced the sale, transfer or securitisation pricing of Irish mortgage portfolios since 2015; and to confirm whether his Department has examined whether any such exposures contributed to borrower misclassification, particularly among tracker-mortgage accounts. [64779/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance how many regulated lenders have reported unresolved credit-line irregularities, incomplete reconciliations or unexplained valuation adjustments to his Department or the Central Bank in the past five years; and to detail how many of those reports remain under investigation. [64780/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance whether the Department has conducted any analysis of the potential fiscal impact on the State should hidden credit-line exposures materialise during a market-stress event; and to outline the scenarios modelled, the estimated scale of risk, and whether these findings have been shared with the Oireachtas Committee on Finance. [64781/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance whether his Department is aware of any interaction between hidden credit-line structures identified in the recent report and the use of credit-default swaps, total-return swaps or similar derivatives by Irish-regulated institutions; and to detail any supervisory actions taken regarding such instruments. [64782/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance whether the Department or the Central Bank has identified any instance since 2015 in which a regulated lender used intra-group or inter-affiliate funding arrangements to obscure the true scale of its credit-line exposure; and to outline what corrective measures were taken in response. [64783/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance whether Irish-regulated institutions have provided the Department with full account-level reconciliation of all credit-line facilities assigned, transferred or re-priced during loan-book sales; to state how many such reconciliations remain outstanding; and to indicate when the Department expects all lenders to reach full compliance. [64784/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance what actions he has taken to ensure that borrowers whose loans may have been linked to hidden credit-line exposures are notified in a timely and transparent manner; to detail how such borrowers will be contacted; and to confirm whether his Department will publish regional figures for Cork city and county on affected accounts. [64785/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance the Department's most recent assessment of the fiscal risk to the State arising from hidden or off-balance-sheet credit-line exposures held by regulated institutions; to detail the models used to calculate that risk; and to confirm whether updated risk estimates will be provided to the Oireachtas on a scheduled basis. [64790/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance whether the Department has carried out any macro-prudential stress tests that incorporate the hidden-credit-line exposures referenced in the recent report; to outline the scenarios examined; and to indicate what level of systemic vulnerability was identified. [64791/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance the projected impact on the General Government Balance and General Government Debt should hidden credit-line exposures materialise; and to confirm whether contingency planning for such an event has been completed by his Department. [64792/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance whether a fiscal-risk note, or internal briefing, was prepared by his Department following the publication of the report Hidden Credit Lines The Largest Fraud Anywhere Ever; and if so, whether he intends to publish that analysis. [64793/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance whether his Department has reviewed the potential interaction between hidden credit-line exposures and the liquidity positions of Irish-regulated lenders; and to detail any measures introduced to strengthen liquidity-risk management in response. [64794/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance whether the Department has examined the treatment of hidden credit-line exposures within the European System of Accounts framework; to indicate whether any Irish exposures have been escalated to Eurostat; and to set out whether revisions to national-accounts classifications are anticipated. [64795/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance whether his Department has modelled the potential impact of hidden credit-line exposures on the State's borrowing costs, including sovereign-bond spreads; and to outline what assumptions underpin those models. [64796/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance whether any regulated lender has notified the Department of potential revisions to its own internal risk-weightings or capital models as a result of identifying previously hidden or misclassified credit-line exposures; and to state how many notifications have been received. [64797/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance whether his Department has reviewed the adequacy of the State's fiscal buffers, including the National Reserve Fund, in light of the contingent exposures raised in the report; and to state whether additional provisioning will be considered. [64798/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance what engagement he has had with the Fiscal Advisory Council regarding potential implications of hidden credit-line exposures for medium-term fiscal sustainability; and whether the Council has been asked to independently assess these risks. [64799/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance the number of loan portfolios containing tracker or variable-rate mortgages have been transferred, sold or securitised by Irish-regulated lenders since 2015; and to confirm whether full account-level audits were required before, during and after each transfer to identify hidden credit-line exposures linked to those loans. [64800/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance whether his Department has assessed whether hidden or undisclosed credit-line exposures influenced the pricing of loan-book sales to non-bank entities; and to detail the conclusions reached from any such assessment. [64801/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance whether non-bank entities currently servicing Irish mortgage accounts are required to declare any inherited credit-line exposures or standby facilities connected to the portfolios they acquired; and to indicate the number of such declarations that have been received. [64802/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance the due-diligence requirements his Department has imposed on regulated lenders when transferring mortgage accounts to special-purpose vehicles, securitisation structures or affiliated entities; and to confirm whether these requirements include identification of hidden credit-line exposures. [64803/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance whether the Central Bank of Ireland has identified any case since 2015 in which loan-servicing arrangements obscured or failed to disclose a lender's underlying credit-line exposure; and the corrective or enforcement measures that followed. [64804/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance the number of mortgage accounts held by non-bank entities that are currently under review for possible misclassification, including tracker-mortgage customers; and to state whether hidden credit-line exposures form part of that review. [64805/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance the safeguards his Department has put in place to ensure that when mortgage loans are transferred to another lender or servicer, borrower entitlements connected to tracker rates or contract terms are preserved and not compromised by undisclosed credit-line commitments. [64806/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance whether any regulated lender has reported difficulties reconciling borrower entitlements after loan-book sales due to previously hidden or off-balance-sheet credit-line structures, and to detail how many such cases remain unresolved. [64807/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance whether his Department has reviewed the interaction between hidden credit-line exposures and the servicing standards applied by credit-servicing firms; and to state whether any amendments to these standards are being considered. [64808/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance whether the Department has established a central reconciliation framework to verify all credit-line exposures attached to transferred or securitised mortgage accounts; to state how many lenders have complied with that framework; and to indicate when full compliance is expected. [64809/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance to set out whether his Department has examined the extent to which hidden credit line exposures contributed to borrower misclassification in the tracker mortgage scandal; and to state whether any such exposures remain unresolved at account level. [64810/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance the number of tracker mortgage accounts remain under review for reinstatement redress or rate correction where loan transfers or securitisation structures may have obscured borrower entitlements; and to state the expected timeline for resolution [64811/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance to outline whether regulated lenders have reported any inability to reconstruct original borrower records due to hidden or off balance sheet credit line structures; and to provide the number of cases where borrower data remains incomplete or disputed. [64812/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance to state whether the Central Bank of Ireland has identified any correlation between hidden credit line exposures and failures in lenders contract interpretation relating to tracker entitlements; and to indicate what enforcement action followed. [64813/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance the additional supervisory requirements that have been imposed on lenders to prevent tracker mortgage customers being moved off their correct rate due to unreported credit line exposures or loan servicing arrangements. [64814/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance the number of tracker mortgage appeals that remain active how many of these involve disputes linked to account transfers loan book sales or undisclosed credit line commitments; and the deadlines set for final adjudication. [64815/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance if the Department has reviewed whether hidden credit line exposures resulted in unjust financial gain to lenders at the expense of tracker customers; and to outline whether any mechanism exists for recovery of such gains. [64816/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance whether he intends to mandate lenders to provide borrowers with a full account level audit trail including all credit line commitments or transfers relating to their mortgage accounts; and to indicate what form this disclosure would take. [64817/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance the specific protections are being developed to ensure that tracker mortgage customers whose loans are serviced by non bank entities are not disadvantaged by hidden credit line exposures or undisclosed intermediary arrangements. [64818/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance whether regional data will be published showing the number of unresolved tracker mortgage cases in Cork city and county including cases connected to hidden credit line exposures; and to state when this data will be released. [64819/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance whether his Department plans new legal disclosure rules for all lenders covering hidden credit line exposures off balance sheet commitments and standby facilities; and to state the expected timeline for these rules. [64820/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance whether his Department is preparing changes to financial reporting standards so that all contingent exposures including hidden credit lines are included in lender disclosures; and to indicate the consultation that has taken place with the Central Bank. [64821/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance to outline whether any gaps exist in Irish or EU rules that allow lenders to operate credit line structures without full public disclosure; and to set out the actions he will take to close these gaps. [64822/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance to state whether he has raised the issue of hidden credit line exposures at EU level; and to detail any cooperation planned with European institutions to address cross border risks. [64823/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance to indicate whether his Department has assessed the impact of hidden credit line exposures on Irelands compliance with EU fiscal rules; and whether any technical adjustments have been requested. [64824/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance to clarify whether his Department has engaged with UK authorities following the presentation of the report "Hidden Credit Lines The Largest Fraud Anywhere Ever" at Westminster; and to state whether any shared risks were identified. [64825/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance to outline whether hidden credit line exposures could affect Irelands participation in EU banking union structures including the Single Supervisory Mechanism and the Single Resolution Framework. [64826/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance to state whether any reviews are underway to strengthen cooperation between the Department of Finance and the Central Bank of Ireland in detecting hidden credit line exposures; and to indicate the expected completion date. [64827/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance to provide details of any training or analytical resources being developed within the Department to identify off balance sheet structures including hidden credit lines synthetic facilities and intra group arrangements. [64828/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance to confirm whether he will publish a yearly transparency report on all contingent liabilities including hidden credit line exposures; and to state the planned scope and publication date. [64829/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance to say if his Department has examined past lending models to see if hidden credit line structures distorted risk pricing for customers; and to state the findings. [64830/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance if any lender has reported data gaps that prevented full identification of hidden credit line exposures; and to state how many such reports have been received since 2015. [64831/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance to say if his Department has reviewed the role of credit rating agencies in assessing lenders that may have operated hidden credit line structures; and to state if inaccurate ratings created extra risk for the State. [64832/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance to state if hidden credit line exposures were considered during the latest financial sector assessment review; and to outline any recommendations linked to Ireland. [64833/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance to indicate if his Department has examined whether hidden credit line exposures influenced capital requirements for lenders; and to say if any adjustments are now needed. [64834/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance to provide details of any governance failures identified in lenders relating to hidden credit line exposures including board oversight issues; and to state the follow up that has occurred. [64835/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance if any lender has reported off balance sheet adjustments linked to hidden credit lines during annual or quarterly reporting cycles since 2018; and to confirm how many remain under review. [64836/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance if his Department has reviewed whether hidden credit line exposures affected the valuation of bank shares or State held bank assets; and to say if any revaluations were required. [64837/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance to outline whether hidden credit line exposures formed part of the risk analysis before the State exited shareholdings in bank; and to state if a post exit review has taken place. [64838/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance if any internal Department warning notes were issued about hidden credit line exposures before the recent report; and to indicate if these notes will be shared with the Oireachtas. [64839/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance if his Department has examined whether hidden credit line exposures affected the treatment of distressed mortgage accounts; and to say if any cases remain unresolved. [64840/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance to confirm if any lenders used hidden credit line structures when restructuring borrower loans; and to provide the number of cases identified since 2016. [64841/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance whether hidden credit line exposures influenced decisions to sell or transfer distressed or non performing loans; and to state the oversight applied. [64842/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance to say if his Department has reviewed whether hidden credit line exposures contributed to delays in resolving long term arrears; and to indicate what findings were made. [64843/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance to indicate whether hidden credit line exposures created conflicts between loan servicers and borrowers in cases involving restructures or split mortgages; and the number of complaints received. [64844/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance whether any lenders reported errors in borrower affordability assessments linked to hidden credit line exposures, and to state whether corrections have been completed. [64845/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance if his Department has reviewed the impact of hidden credit line exposures on the treatment of voluntary surrenders repossessions or personal insolvency arrangements; and to outline any risks identified. [64846/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance whether hidden credit line exposures were considered in mortgage to rent assessments and to provide details of any cases where these exposures affected eligibility. [64847/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance whether hidden credit line exposures created inconsistencies in lenders arrears resolution processes; and to state whether guidance has been issued to correct these inconsistencies. [64848/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance if lenders have been directed to review all distressed accounts for possible links to hidden credit line exposures; and to state when the results of this review will be available. [64849/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance if his Department has examined whether hidden credit line exposures influenced the setting of interest rates for any category of borrowers; and to state what findings were made. [64850/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance whether any lender reported the use of hidden credit line structures when calculating variable rate margins; and to indicate how many cases were identified. [64851/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance whether hidden credit line exposures affected the calculation of break fees switching costs or interest adjustments for mortgage customers; and to state if any corrections are outstanding. [64852/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance whether hidden credit line exposures contributed to inconsistencies in lenders rate change notifications issued to borrowers since 2015; and to provide the number of affected cases. [64853/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance whether his Department has reviewed whether hidden credit line exposures played any role in the withdrawal or alteration of tracker rate products; and to state what evidence has been gathered. [64854/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance whether hidden credit line exposures influenced lenders assessment of customer eligibility for fixed rate or long term rate products and to provide details of any cases under review. [64855/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance whether any regulated lender has acknowledged errors in interest rate calculations linked to hidden credit lines; and to provide the number of borrowers impacted. [64856/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance whether hidden credit line exposures were factored into the Central Bank of Ireland's examination of mortgage switching competition; and to indicate whether any follow up action is planned. [64857/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance whether hidden credit line exposures affected the pricing of mortgage products offered to first time buyers or regional borrowers, including Cork; and to provide the evidence available. [64858/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance whether his Department will require lenders to conduct an interest rate review for all borrowers whose accounts may have been influenced by hidden credit line exposures; and when this review will begin. [64859/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance if his Department has examined whether hidden credit line exposures influenced lender decisions on borrower credit histories; and to state the number of cases affected. [64860/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance whether any lenders used hidden credit line structures when assessing borrower credit scores or internal risk ratings and to indicate the number of such cases identified. [64861/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance whether hidden credit line exposures contributed to inaccuracies in borrower repayment records or arrears histories; and the number of accounts remain under review. [64862/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance whether hidden credit line exposures created inconsistencies in lenders internal credit reporting systems; and to state whether any mandatory system corrections have been ordered. [64863/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance whether his Department has reviewed the impact of hidden credit line exposures on borrower appeals to lenders or to the Financial Services and Pensions Ombudsman; and to provide the number of related appeals since 2018. [64864/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance to provide details of any complaints received by lenders relating to errors in borrower account histories linked to hidden credit line structures; and to state how many of these complaints remain open. [64865/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance whether hidden credit line exposures affected the fairness of lenders decisions regarding borrower restructures insolvency arrangements or alternative repayment plans; and to state what corrective action is planned. [64866/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance whether any lenders have reported that hidden credit line exposures interfered with the proper application of borrower protections under the Consumer Protection Code; and to state the number of cases involved. [64867/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance whether hidden credit line exposures contributed to errors in lenders communication with borrowers including rate changes arrears letters or contract updates; and to provide details of any investigations underway. [64868/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance whether his Department will require lenders to issue corrected borrower account statements where hidden credit line exposures led to errors or omissions; and to say when these corrected statements will be issued. [64869/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance to provide county-by-county estimates, based on Revenue's 2026 valuation modelling, of the number and proportion of residential properties expected to move up one or more Local Property Tax valuation bands for the 2026-2030 valuation period. [64957/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance the estimated number of residential properties in Cork City and Cork County that are expected to move into a higher LPT valuation band from 1 November 2025, by band. [64958/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance the estimated additional annual LPT liability per band for households in each valuation category under the 2026-2030 LPT structure, using the modelling referred to in Revenue's September 2025 technical paper. [64959/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance whether any internal briefing notes, modelling papers or impact assessments were prepared within his Department or by Revenue regarding the effect of higher LPT valuations on homeownership affordability, mortgage applicants, or the private rental market, and if he will publish these documents. [64960/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance the number of households nationally that have notified Revenue of disputes or queries relating to LPT band placement since 1 October 2025, and the number of these arising from Cork. [64961/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance the estimated number of households in each county whose LPT valuation band will remain unchanged for 2026-2030 but who will still face an increased LPT liability due to changes in band charges. [64962/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance if his Department has met with the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage or the Housing Agency to assess whether increased LPT liabilities for homes valued between €200,000 and €500,000 could affect supply decisions by small landlords, and if so, to detail the outcome of such engagements. [64963/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance the expected number of Band 1 properties in local authority or approved housing body ownership nationally for 2026-2030; and whether Revenue has issued guidance to ensure these properties are recorded consistently across all authorities. [64964/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance whether his Department has assessed the potential administrative burden arising from revaluation disputes for 2026-2030; and the estimated impact on Revenue staffing and processing times. [64965/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance when he intends to publish updated LPT statistics reflecting the band movements from the October-November 2025 valuation returns; and whether these statistics will be made available at county level. [64966/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance the number of properties that Revenue estimated would cross two or more LPT valuation bands between 2021 and 2026; and the methodology used to calculate multi-band movements. [64967/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance the estimated financial impact on households in Cork City and Cork County whose valuations sit at the upper end of their current band and who are most likely to cross into a higher band for 2026-2030. [64968/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance if his Department issued any direction or guidance to the Revenue Commissioners during the 2025 valuation exercise regarding the potential impact of rising valuations on owner-occupier affordability or small landlord viability. [64969/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance the number of properties nationally and in Cork that have submitted corrected, amended or disputed valuations during the October-November 2025 LPT return window. [64970/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance the estimated percentage of homes built between 2021 and 2025 that will fall into higher LPT bands under the 2026 valuation; and whether this was considered in budget 2026 planning. [64971/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance if his Department analysed the potential for increased LPT liabilities to interact with mortgage affordability thresholds used by the Central Bank, particularly for first-time buyers. [64972/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance whether his Department conducted any regional or economic distributional analysis of households most at risk of financial strain from increased LPT valuations; and if so, to publish this analysis. [64973/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance the number of landlords with one or two rental properties who moved into a higher LPT band in 2021; and whether updated estimates exist for 2026. [64974/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance the estimated additional LPT yield for each local authority if the 2026 band structure results in upward band movement above the Revenue Commissioner's assumed four percent. [64975/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance the number of internal Department of Finance or Revenue Commissioners meetings held between January and September 2025 concerning the LPT revaluation cycle, and whether minutes or briefing summaries will be published. [64976/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance if his Department has examined whether hidden credit line exposures influenced lender decisions on small business loans; and the number of cases identified. [65110/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance to confirm whether any lenders applied hidden credit line structures when pricing credit for SMEs farms or sole traders; and to provide details of any cases under review. [65111/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance whether hidden credit line exposures affected the approval rates for business loans in any region including Cork and to indicate the evidence available. [65112/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance whether any lender reported errors in business customer credit assessments are linked to hidden credit line exposures; and the number of accounts remain unresolved. [65113/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance to indicate whether hidden credit line exposures contributed to inconsistencies in loan restructures offered to small businesses; and the actions which have been taken to correct these inconsistencies. [65114/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance to confirm whether hidden credit line exposures affected interest rate setting for SME loans and to state whether any rate corrections are expected. [65115/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance to outline whether hidden credit line exposures influenced decisions to sell or transfer SME loan portfolios and to say how many relevant transactions have been examined. [65116/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance to state whether his Department has reviewed any impact of hidden credit line exposures on the credit guarantee schemes offered to small businesses and to provide the findings. [65117/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance to confirm whether lenders have been directed to review all business loan accounts for links to hidden credit line exposures; and when this review will be completed. [65118/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance whether regional business borrowers in Cork city and county were disproportionately affected by hidden credit line exposures; and whether regional data will be published. [65119/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance if his Department has examined whether hidden credit line exposures influenced lenders treatment of savings accounts deposits or term accounts and the findings. [65120/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance to confirm whether any regulated lender reported the use of hidden credit line structures in managing customer deposits; and to indicate how many such reports have been received. [65121/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance whether hidden credit line exposures affected interest rate setting for deposit holders including regional customers in Cork; and to provide any evidence available. [65122/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance whether his Department has reviewed whether hidden credit line exposures created liquidity risks that could impact deposit holders; and the measures which have been taken in response. [65123/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance whether any lenders have acknowledged errors in deposit account classifications linked to hidden credit line structures; and the number of accounts which were involved. [65124/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance if hidden credit line exposures were considered during assessments of bank resolution planning including the treatment of depositors and to outline any risks identified. [65125/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance to confirm whether hidden credit line exposures interacted with the Deposit Guarantee Scheme; and whether any adjustments to the scheme are under review. [65126/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance whether hidden credit line exposures created inconsistencies in lenders reporting of deposit inflows or outflows; and whether corrections have been ordered. [65127/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance whether his Department has examined any link between hidden credit line exposures and the capital or liquidity positions of banks that could affect depositor security; and to provide the conclusions reached. [65128/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance to confirm whether an independent review will be commissioned to assess the full impact of hidden credit line exposures on both borrowers and depositors; and when the results will be made available to the Oireachtas. [65129/25]
Justice 117 questions
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration the criteria and risk assessment processes used by the Irish Prison Service when granting temporary release to prisoners convicted of violent offences, including offences involving assault, weapons, and robbery; and if she is satisfied that current procedures adequately protect public safety. [63009/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration the number of prisoners currently on temporary release who are subject to electronic monitoring or supervision orders; and if she will review the monitoring protocols to ensure compliance and public protection. [63010/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration the recidivism rate among prisoners granted temporary release in each of the past five years; and the number who have reoffended while on such release, in tabular form. [63011/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration if the ongoing practice of temporary release is linked to prison overcrowding or capacity constraints; the current occupancy rate across the prison estate; and the measures being taken to address this without compromising community safety [63012/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration if victims of crime are notified or consulted prior to the temporary release of offenders convicted of serious or violent crimes; and if he plans to introduce reforms to strengthen victims’ rights in the release decision process.; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [63013/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration if her Department has conducted a review of identity verification procedures used in deportation and asylum cases, following recent reports of individuals successfully avoiding deportation through the use of aliases. [63773/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration the number of deportation orders issued in each of the past five years; the number actually enforced; and the measures in place to monitor persons who abscond or provide false identities. [63774/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration if biometric identification (fingerprint or facial recognition) is currently used to verify identity before deportation; and if not, whether his Department plans to implement such technology to prevent fraudulent alias use. [63775/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration if his Department shares deportation and identity information in real time with An Garda Síochána, the Department of Social Protection and the section of his Department responsible for integration; and if not, the reason such data-sharing has not been automated. [63776/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration the number of prosecutions brought in the past three years for providing false or misleading information during asylum, visa, or deportation processes; and whether legislative amendments are being considered to increase penalties for such offences. [63777/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration whether his Department carried out any cost–benefit analysis before awarding €3.6 million under the 2025 Integration Fund; and if so to publish the findings, including the projected benefits, estimated costs and the methodology used to determine that the funded projects represented value-for-money for the taxpayer. [63847/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration whether his officials applied any metrics such as unit cost per participant, cost-per-outcome, or similar indicators when assessing applications under the 2025 Integration Fund; and to explain how these metrics influenced the final grant allocations. [63848/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration whether his Department examined the extent of duplication or overlap between the 117 funded organisations and existing State-funded integration supports; and whether any organisations were funded despite providing services similar to programmes already financed by the Exchequer. [63849/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration whether his Department assessed the proportion of each organisation’s budget that will be spent on administration, staffing or consultancy rather than direct service delivery; and whether maximum thresholds for overhead costs were applied during the evaluation process. [63850/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration whether his Department reviewed the past performance of any previous Integration Fund recipients, including whether organisations had met their stated outcomes, complied with reporting obligations or required financial correction or follow-up by the Department. [63851/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration the monitoring and audit framework being applied to the 2025 Integration Fund, including how his Department will measure effectiveness, confirm delivery of outcomes and ensure that public funds are not used for activities outside the approved scope. [63852/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration the number of applications deemed unsuccessful for the 2025 Integration Fund; the reasons for rejection; and whether any applications offering higher projected value-for-money were not selected. [63853/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration whether any of the organisations receiving funding under the 2025 Integration Fund have previously been identified by his Department or other State agencies for governance, compliance or financial management concerns; and if enhanced oversight has been applied in such cases. [63854/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration whether his Department has evaluated the impact of repeated annual grant allocations on creating organisational dependency on Exchequer funding rather than promoting sustainable, cost-efficient outcomes. [63855/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration to provide a breakdown of the €3.6 million allocation, by county, including Cork; to set out the expected measurable outcomes associated with these allocations; and how they will be evaluated for value-for-money. [63856/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration to set out the Government’s position, prior to the enactment of the Private Security Services Act 2004, regarding the legal powers available to private security personnel in relation to the detention, restraint, or physical control of individuals; to clarify whether the Private Security Services Act 2004 provides any statutory power for private security personnel to detain, restrain, or otherwise deprive a person of their liberty; if he will confirm that private security staff possess no greater powers than those available to any member of the public under common-law citizen’s arrest; if he will outline the legal limits around the use of force by private security personnel, including the requirement for immediate handover to An Garda Síochána; the oversight that exists within the Private Security Authority (PSA) to identify, investigate, and sanction cases where private security staff act outside their lawful authority; and if he will detail whether his Department has conducted, commissioned, or reviewed any examinations of incidents where private security personnel have used force or physical restraint resulting in serious harm or death. [64415/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration to clarify whether private security personnel possess any statutory authority to detain, restrain, or physically control individuals under the Private Security Services Act 2004, or whether their powers are limited solely to those available to any member of the public under common-law citizen’s arrest. [64416/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration to outline the Government’s stated legal position prior to the enactment of the Private Security Services Act 2004 regarding the powers, if any, of private security personnel to detain or restrain members of the public. [64417/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration if he will state whether his Department recognises the practice of private security personnel “retaining and detaining” individuals as being outside the scope of lawful authority; and if so, what actions the Department is taking to address such practices. [64418/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration to set out the legal parameters governing the use of force by private security personnel, including proportionality, necessity, and the requirement for immediate handover to An Garda Síochána following any alleged citizen’s arrest. [64419/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration to detail the oversight mechanisms within the Private Security Authority (PSA) to identify, investigate, and sanction private security personnel or companies that exceed their lawful authority or engage in unlawful detention or excessive force. [64420/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration to list the number of cases in each of the past ten years where the Private Security Authority suspended, revoked, or refused licences due to allegations involving unlawful detention, assault, excessive force, or related misconduct. [64421/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration whether the PSA has ever carried out or contributed to reviews into incidents involving private security personnel where serious injury or death occurred; and if not, whether the Minister will consider directing such a review. [64422/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration to provide the annual number of complaints received by the PSA relating to physical force, restraint, or alleged unlawful detention by private security personnel for each of the past ten years. [64423/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration to outline the number of on-site inspections the PSA has conducted annually for the past ten years, and the number of enforcement actions arising from those inspections. [64424/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration the minimum training standards required for licensing private security staff, including modules on lawful authority, use of force, restraint, and de-escalation. [64425/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration whether private security training currently includes any accredited instruction on physical restraint; and if not, the assessment which has been made regarding the risks associated with untrained personnel attempting to physically restrain individuals. [64426/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration if private security licensing requires training on positional asphyxia, medical safety, or the dangers associated with multiple-person restraints; and if not, whether his Department will consider introducing such requirements. [64427/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration the current vetting requirements for private security personnel; and whether his Department has assessed whether the existing regime adequately identifies individuals unsuitable for roles involving physical interaction with the public. [64428/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration whether additional regulatory standards apply to private security personnel operating in nightclubs, bars, or late-night venues where interactions involving physical force are more likely. [64429/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration whether private security personnel working in nightclubs are required to report incidents involving force or restraint to the PSA or An Garda Síochána; and if such mandatory reporting is monitored or enforced. [64430/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration whether his Department has conducted any review of risks associated with private security practices in nightclubs, including multi-person restraint, chokeholds, or prone positioning. [64431/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration whether a review has been carried out by his Department, the PSA, or An Garda Síochána into deaths linked to interactions with nightclub security staff in the past 25 years; and whether he will consider establishing such a review. [64432/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration the legal obligations on private security personnel to contact An Garda Síochána immediately after detaining an individual under citizen’s arrest; and whether failure to do so constitutes an offence. [64433/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration whether any formal protocols exist between An Garda Síochána and the PSA for handling incidents involving private security personnel, and if not, whether such protocols will be established. [64435/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration whether his Department has carried out any assessment of legislative gaps concerning the powers, supervision, and accountability of private security staff since the introduction of the Private Security Services Act 2004. [64436/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration if he intends to bring forward amendments to the Private Security Services Act 2004 to strengthen public protections, increase accountability, or place statutory limits on physical restraint practices. [64437/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration the number of licensed private security personnel who have been the subject of complaints, allegations, or investigations relating to sexual assault or inappropriate conduct in the past five years; and if the Private Security Authority has recorded trends in such cases. [64438/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration whether the current vetting and licensing framework for private security personnel includes specific safeguarding or sexual misconduct screening, and whether any reforms are planned. [64439/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration how allegations of sexual assault by private security staff are handled, which bodies have responsibility for investigating such allegations, and whether there is a centralised reporting system. [64440/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration if the Private Security Authority tracks sexual misconduct complaints against licence holders; and, if not, if he will consider establishing such a reporting mechanism. [64441/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration for the number of reported sexual assaults occurring in or near licensed venues (bars, nightclubs, events) in the past five years; and whether the Department assesses any correlation between such incidents and the conduct of venue security personnel. [64442/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration if anonymised national data exists on sexual assault complaints involving door staff or bouncers; and if not, whether the Minister will request that An Garda Síochána or the PSA begin tracking such incidents. [64443/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration whether sexual assault prevention, bystander intervention, or safeguarding training is mandatory for private security staff working in nightlife settings; and if not, whether he plans to introduce such mandatory training. [64444/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration whether he intends to review the Private Security Services Act 2004 to strengthen protections for the public in nightlife environments, including clearer guidelines on the conduct of security staff and the handling of sexual assault allegations. [64451/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration if he is aware of cases where civil claims involving private security staff have been settled, notwithstanding related criminal complaints that did not proceed due to a lack of admissible evidence; and whether his Department will examine whether this pattern indicates gaps in regulation, evidence gathering, or oversight. [64452/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration whether his Department has ever reviewed the divergence between criminal and civil outcomes in cases involving alleged assaults by private security staff; and whether any analysis has been carried out to determine why civil liability may be accepted where criminal prosecution was not possible. [64453/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration whether An Garda Síochána has conducted any review of investigative standards, evidence-gathering practices, CCTV retention, or venue cooperation in cases involving alleged assaults by private security staff where criminal prosecution could not be advanced. [64454/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration whether he will request that An Garda Síochána introduce a specific evidence protocol for incidents involving private security personnel, given the frequency of late-night, low-light, and CCTV-dependent investigations. [64455/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration the number of complaints which have been received by the Private Security Authority in each of the past five years relating to excessive force, assault, or misconduct by licensed door staff or venue security personnel; and the number of these complaints which resulted in licence suspension, revocation, or enforcement action. [64456/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration whether the PSA collects or retains any information on civil claims, legal actions, or settlements involving licensed private security personnel; and if not, whether he will consider expanding the PSA’s statutory remit to include tracking of such matters. [64457/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration if he will consider introducing a mandatory reporting requirement obliging licensed venues to notify the PSA of any civil claim, settlement, or insurance payout arising from alleged misconduct by private security staff. [64458/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration his plans to review the Private Security Services Act 2004 to strengthen safeguards for the public, including clearer obligations on venues to cooperate with Gardaí, retain CCTV, and report patterns of misconduct involving security staff. [64459/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration whether his Department has received any submissions or representations regarding patterns of aggressive conduct, excessive force, or alleged assaults by private security personnel in nightlife settings. [64460/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration whether he will undertake a review of the adequacy of current regulation, Garda investigative procedures, and venue responsibilities in relation to private security personnel, in light of increasing reports of serious incidents, assaults, and civil actions linked to nightlife settings. [64461/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration whether he intends to bring forward amendments to the Private Security Services Act 2004 or related regulations to enhance public safety, improve oversight, and address emerging risks identified within the nightlife sector. [64462/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration whether it is lawful for private security personnel to detain a person in an enclosed room within a licensed premises pending Garda arrival; and whether guidance has been issued to Gardaí regarding the handling of incidents where a person has been detained in such a manner. [64467/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration whether Gardaí receive training or guidance on the risks associated with holding areas used by private security staff, including the potential for excessive force, lack of CCTV coverage, or the absence of independent witnesses. [64468/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration whether the Private Security Authority regulates or inspects the use of holding rooms in licensed venues, and whether any policies exist to prevent private security personnel from detaining individuals without lawful authority. [64470/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration whether private security personnel licensed by the Private Security Authority have any statutory authority to carry or use mechanical restraints, including handcuffs or plastic restraints; and if not, whether he intends to issue clarification or regulation in this area. [64473/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration whether the Private Security Authority regulates or prohibits the use of handcuffs or other restraints by private security staff, and if any standards, codes of conduct, or training requirements apply to the use of restraints in nightlife or event settings. [64474/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration whether licensed security personnel receive any accredited training in the application, monitoring, and safe removal of restraints, and whether the Department has assessed the potential risks of untrained personnel using such equipment. [64477/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration the number of complaints received by the Private Security Authority in each of the past five years relating to the use of handcuffs, plastic restraints, or other forms of physical restraint by licensed security personnel. [64478/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration whether it is lawful for private security personnel to detain a person using handcuffs or similar restraints pending Garda arrival; and whether he intends to review the legal framework governing private detention and use-of-force in licensed venues. [64479/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration whether his Department has identified any regulatory gaps regarding the authorisation, training, monitoring, and accountability of private security personnel who use mechanical restraints, and whether reforms are planned. [64481/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration whether his Department has considered the regulatory frameworks in other jurisdictions where private security personnel are permitted to use mechanical restraints only under defined, limited, and supervised conditions, and whether similar measures will be examined in Ireland. [64482/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration whether private security personnel licensed by the Private Security Authority have any statutory authority to search individuals, including body searches or searches of personal property, within licensed premises or events; and if not, whether he will clarify the lawful limits of such searches. [64483/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration whether private security personnel may conduct searches as part of a common-law citizen's arrest; and if so, whether guidance exists on the scope, proportionality, and lawful use of restraint during such searches. [64484/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration whether the PSA provides guidance on searches conducted with patron consent; including whether patrons may refuse a search, and what recourse or protections are available if a patron is searched without consent. [64485/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration whether private security personnel or licensed venues can be held civilly or criminally liable for conducting searches of patrons that exceed lawful authority, and whether any cases have arisen in the past five years relating to such searches. [64486/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration whether the Private Security Authority provides specific training, codes of conduct, or written guidance to licensees regarding searching individuals; and whether he will consider strengthening such guidance to prevent unlawful or excessive searches. [64487/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration whether he will consider introducing a requirement for licensed venues to inform patrons of their rights regarding searches, including through visible signage and written policies, to ensure that searches are conducted lawfully and transparently. [64488/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration whether private security personnel licensed by the Private Security Authority owe a duty of care to patrons being removed from licensed premises; and if so, what guidance or statutory standards exist to ensure that patrons are not exposed to foreseeable harm during removal. [64490/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration whether the PSA provides specific guidance or training on the removal of intoxicated patrons; and whether security staff are required to ensure such individuals are escorted safely to a public area, taxi, or trusted companion, rather than being simply ejected. [64491/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration whether security staff are trained to recognise that a patron may be vulnerable due to being spiked, drugged, or otherwise incapacitated, and whether there are protocols to ensure the safety and wellbeing of such individuals during removal. [64492/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration whether licensed venues are required to assess environmental risks when removing patrons at night, including isolated streets, dark alleys, or adverse weather, and whether security staff are expected to mitigate these risks in practice. [64493/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration whether licensed venues and security personnel are required to document incidents where patrons are removed, particularly where they are intoxicated or vulnerable; and whether this documentation is reviewed by the PSA to ensure compliance with duty-of-care standards. [64494/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration whether a failure by security personnel to exercise reasonable care when removing patrons - for example, by leaving intoxicated or vulnerable individuals in unsafe circumstances can result in civil or criminal liability for the security personnel or the venue. [64495/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration whether he will consider enhancing PSA training, codes of conduct, and enforcement standards to explicitly cover duty of care obligations for security staff, including safe removal procedures, risk assessment, and safeguarding of vulnerable patrons. [64496/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration whether the Private Security Authority prohibits individuals with previous convictions for assault, public order offences, or violent crime from obtaining a licence; and whether he considers the current vetting process adequate to protect the public. [64498/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration how the PSA determines whether a person with a criminal record is suitable to work as a licensed security professional; whether there are guidelines or criteria for assessing risk; and whether any improvements are being considered. [64499/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration whether criminal convictions from other countries are considered when licensing private security personnel; and whether gaps in international vetting could allow individuals with violent histories to be employed in high-risk environments. [64500/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration whether licensed security personnel are periodically re-vetted for new criminal convictions; and whether the absence of ongoing monitoring is a potential risk to public safety. [64501/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration whether the PSA requires venues or employers to report serious misconduct or criminal behaviour by licensed security staff; and whether failure to report such behaviour could be addressed through stronger regulatory requirements. [64506/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration whether private security personnel from outside Ireland are subject to enhanced vetting procedures before being licensed by the Private Security Authority; and whether the PSA has clear standards for checking criminal records, professional history, and suitability in their home countries. [64507/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration the procedures the PSA and Gardaí use to verify criminal convictions or disciplinary records for security staff who previously worked outside Ireland; whether international vetting relies on Interpol, EU criminal record exchange, or other mechanisms; and whether gaps have been identified in this process. [64508/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration how private security staff from other countries who are hired on a temporary or short-term basis are vetted; whether there is any statutory requirement for full Garda or PSA approval; and whether he considers current procedures sufficient to prevent unsuitable individuals from being employed. [64509/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration whether there have been any incidents or complaints involving security personnel from outside Ireland where inadequate background checks contributed to unsafe situations; and whether lessons have been learned to improve vetting standards.; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [64510/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration whether he will consider reviewing and strengthening PSA vetting policies for non-Irish security staff to ensure consistent standards of safety, suitability, and accountability across all licensed personnel, regardless of nationality. [64511/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration whether the Private Security Authority ensures robust vetting and background checks for security personnel licensed to work in high-risk environments such as nightclubs and bars; whether periodic re-vetting occurs; and whether reforms are planned to prevent unfit individuals from working in roles where serious harm could occur. [64512/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration whether he will clarify what constitutes "reasonable force" for private security staff in licensed venues; whether guidance includes practical scenarios in nightlife settings; and whether current enforcement mechanisms are adequate to prevent misuse. [64513/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration whether he is satisfied that security staff correctly apply common-law citizen's arrest powers; whether misuse is being monitored; and whether statutory clarification or reform is required to prevent unlawful detentions. [64514/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration whether he will review the use of holding rooms or secure areas in licensed premises, including their legality, oversight, and minimum safety or monitoring standards to protect detained patrons. [64515/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration whether current insurance requirements for private security contractors adequately cover harm caused by staff, including assault, unlawful detention, or negligence; and whether reforms are needed to ensure victims can access remedies. [64516/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration whether the PSA's training requirements for private security personnel are sufficient to equip staff with the skills necessary to safely manage intoxicated or vulnerable patrons, apply reasonable force appropriately, recognise potential spiking or medical emergencies, and comply with duty-of-care obligations; and whether he will consider strengthening training requirements. [64523/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration whether licensed venues have a statutory obligation to ensure their contracted security personnel are trained, supervised, and monitored; and whether failure to meet this obligation could result in regulatory or civil liability. [64524/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration whether he will consider introducing mandatory public reporting by the PSA and licensed venues on security-related incidents, including assaults, detentions, and complaints, to improve transparency and public confidence in oversight. [64525/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration whether he will commission a comprehensive review of the Private Security Services Act 2004, including licensing, citizen's arrest, holding areas, training, complaints handling, and duty-of-care provisions, with a view to addressing systemic gaps and improving protection for members of the public. [64526/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration whether licensed venues have a statutory obligation to verify the PSA licence status of all contracted security personnel, including those supplied by external agencies; and whether failure to verify constitutes a breach of duty or exposes the venue to liability. [64527/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration whether the PSA has any mechanisms to monitor or audit security agencies supplying staff to licensed venues, to ensure that all personnel are properly licensed and vetted; and whether he considers current oversight adequate. [64528/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration whether there have been any reported incidents where unlicensed or improperly vetted security staff supplied via agencies caused harm to patrons or breached regulations; and the measures which have been taken to prevent recurrence. [64529/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration whether he will issue clear guidance to venues on their responsibilities when hiring security staff through agencies, including checking licence validity, verifying training, and confirming suitability. [64530/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration whether a person must be an Irish citizen to obtain a Private Security Authority (PSA) licence; and if not, what residency or visa status is required for licensing. [64531/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration what procedures the PSA uses to verify that applicants from outside Ireland have lawful permission to work; and whether there are gaps in verification that could allow unqualified or unauthorized personnel to be employed as security staff. [64532/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration how the PSA ensures that temporary, seasonal, or agency-supplied security staff from abroad are properly vetted, licensed, and legally entitled to work in Ireland; and whether current procedures are sufficient to protect public safety. [64533/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration whether there is any ongoing monitoring to ensure that foreign or temporary security personnel continue to hold valid visas, or work permits throughout their employment; and whether failure to monitor could create risks for patrons and venues. [64534/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration whether he will review PSA licensing procedures to ensure that all non-Irish applicants are properly vetted, legally entitled to work, and do not pose a risk to public safety. [64535/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration how the 2021 Amendment bringing enforcement guards under the PSA licence has been implemented; whether all such personnel are now properly licensed, vetted, and trained; and whether any gaps in compliance have been identified. [64536/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration how the PSA ensures that temporary security guard licence holders (under the 2022 Regulations) are adequately vetted, trained, and legally entitled to work, and whether temporary staffing arrangements create risks to public safety. [64537/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration whether PSA and Garda oversight mechanisms are sufficient to monitor compliance with the 2021 Amendment and 2022 Regulations; and whether additional measures are being considered to prevent unlicensed or inadequately trained personnel from being deployed. [64538/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration whether security agencies employing temporary licence holders are required to verify licence validity and training compliance, and whether failure to do so could result in regulatory or civil liability. [64539/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration if his Department has undertaken a thorough and detailed survey of the educational and professional qualifications of all individuals residing in IPAS centres, including but not limited, to their levels of secondary and tertiary education, the presence of advanced degrees such as PhDs, professional qualifications in fields like medicine or engineering, and any other vocational skills that may be of value to the Irish labour market; if such a survey has not been conducted, the reason this information has not been gathered; whether there are plans to carry out such an assessment in the near future; and to provide any existing data to facilitate straightforward analysis and public transparency, in tabular form. [64730/25]
Housing 96 questions
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage to provide the current allocation for housing-linked infrastructure in Cork City and Cork County for 2026, including roads, drainage, water and schools, and to state whether these allocations meet the projected population growth in the region. [63984/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the audit and reporting obligations that will apply to all delivery bodies under Delivering Homes, Building Communities; the schedule for publishing expenditure reports; and whether regional-level cost data will be included in these reports. [64410/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the average cost per unit for social housing, affordable purchase, and cost-rental homes delivered in 2023 and 2024; the projected average unit cost under Delivering Homes, Building Communities for each year to 2030; and the measures in place to control unit-level cost inflation. [64401/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the way in which the additional €6 billion referenced in Delivering Homes, Building Communities will be allocated across construction, land acquisition, infrastructure, subsidies, and administrative costs; and the timeframe for expenditure in each category. [64402/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the controls in place to ensure value for money in approved housing bodies-delivered housing projects funded under Delivering Homes, Building Communities; the audit mechanisms applied; and the criteria used to approve per-unit funding for approved housing bodies schemes. [64403/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the expected impact of construction cost inflation on the delivery targets set out in Delivering Homes, Building Communities; the inflation assumptions used in the plan; and the contingency measures in place to prevent cost overruns. [64404/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the average acquisition cost of land used for housing delivery in the past two years; the expected land costs for new sites under Delivering Homes, Building Communities; and the steps being taken to reduce land acquisition pressures, including land-value capture and State-owned site activation. [64405/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage if a formal value-for-money review has been completed for the Housing for All programme; if so, the findings of the review; and the way in which these findings informed the design of Delivering Homes, Building Communities. [64406/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the total projected expenditure on developer subsidies for affordable homes and cost-rental units under Delivering Homes, Building Communities; the expected per-unit subsidy in each scheme; and the evidence used to justify these subsidy levels. [64409/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the median and average time taken between the submission of a strategic housing development application and a final determination by An Bord Pleanála, for each of the past five years; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [63581/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage if his Department has assessed the cumulative impact of judicial reviews on the delivery of major housing or infrastructure projects; and if reforms are being considered to reduce systemic delay while preserving the right to appeal; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [63582/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the total number of judicial reviews lodged against planning decisions, in each of the past ten years, including success rates and average duration to conclusion; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [63583/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the specific measures being taken to streamline the planning and appeals process, in light of the ongoing housing crisis; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [63584/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the projected annual housing delivery for Cork city and Cork county under the new national plan Delivering Homes, Building Communities; and the expected output for each year to 2030. [63857/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage if his Department has identified any infrastructure gaps in Blarney, Glanmire, Ballyvolane or Blackpool that may delay local delivery under the new housing plan; and if so, to list them. [63859/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the current cost per social home and cost per affordable home delivered in Cork city and Cork county for 2023, 2024 and 2025 to date; and if these costs are expected to fall under the new plan. [63860/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage if he has completed any land-assembly analysis for Cork to support the delivery of starter homes; and the findings for the Blarney and Glanmire catchments. [63861/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the expected annual and cumulative delivery for each region, including Cork city and Cork county, under the new strategy Delivering Homes, Building Communities; the number of homes allocated to social housing, affordable purchase, and private market supply in each area; and the basis on which these allocations were determined. [63874/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the number of social homes to be delivered in Cork city, Blarney, Mallow, Glanmire and surrounding areas in each year to 2030 under Delivering Homes, Building Communities; and the supporting data used to assess local need in these areas. [63875/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the number of the 90,000 starter homes referenced in Delivering Homes, Building Communities that will be delivered in Cork city and Cork county; the expected annual output for each year to 2030; and the criteria used to decide regional distribution. [63876/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the number of homes delivered in each year from 2021 to 2024 under Housing for All; the gap between those results and the original annual targets; and how this delivery record informed the new 2030 targets in Delivering Homes, Building Communities. [63877/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the number of housing units currently delayed due to planning appeals, water-connection issues, environmental assessments, or inter-agency approvals; the average duration of delays; and the actions being taken within the next 12 months to clear these blockages. [63878/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage whether the current water, wastewater, road, and public-transport infrastructure in Cork city and Cork county is sufficient to support the housing targets set for the region under Delivering Homes, Building Communities. [63879/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the arrangements being put in place for quarterly reporting of progress under Delivering Homes, Building Communities; the metrics that will be published; and whether these reports will include regional outputs, completions, commencements, planning timelines, and stalled schemes. [63880/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the projected cost per unit across social, affordable, and market delivery streams under Delivering Homes, Building Communities; the measures in place to ensure value-for-money; and the steps being taken to prevent cost inflation seen in previous programmes. [63881/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage whether Cork City Council and Cork County Council have the staff, procurement capacity, and capital resources required to meet their delivery targets under Delivering Homes, Building Communities; and whether additional support will be provided. [63882/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the number of housing units currently delayed at the planning stage across local authorities; the average processing time for applications and appeals; and the actions planned within the next 12 months to reduce these timelines. [63886/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the number of housing projects delayed due to environmental assessments, Natura requirements, or related approvals; and the steps being taken to ensure timely completion of these assessments while meeting statutory obligations. [63890/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the issues that have arisen between planning authorities, Uisce Éireann, the National Transport Authority, and other statutory bodies that have delayed housing delivery in the past three years; and the mechanisms being introduced under Delivering Homes, Building Communities to prevent such delays. [63891/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the number of housing schemes marked as stalled or inactive nationally; the number of homes affected; and the expected timeline for reactivation of these schemes under Delivering Homes, Building Communities. [63892/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the average time taken for a housing appeal to be decided by An Bord Pleanála in 2023 and 2024; and whether statutory timelines will be introduced or strengthened to support housing delivery. [63893/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage whether local authorities have sufficient planning, engineering, and procurement staff to meet the delivery targets under Delivering Homes, Building Communities; and whether additional staff or resources will be provided to Cork City Council and Cork County Council. [63894/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the Infrastructure First projects approved for Cork city and Cork county in 2023, 2024, and 2025; the funding allocated; and the expected impact on unlocking housing delivery in each location. [63895/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the affordability assumptions used in Delivering Homes, Building Communities for first-time buyers and cost-rental tenants; the income levels these assumptions are based on; and the measures planned to ensure affordability targets are met in each region. [63896/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the current average house price and average monthly rent in Cork city and Cork county; the change in these figures in the past 12 months; and how he expects the new strategy to impact these trends. [63897/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the expected price range for the 90,000 starter homes referenced in Delivering Homes, Building Communities; whether regional price caps will apply; and the income bands targeted for these homes. [63898/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the projected homelessness figures for each year to 2030; the measures planned to stabilise and reduce homelessness; and how these projections informed the design of Delivering Homes, Building Communities. [63899/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the expected impact of Delivering Homes, Building Communities on rental supply and average rents; the number of cost-rental units planned annually; and the regional breakdown for Cork city and Cork county. [63900/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the estimated mortgage burden for first-time buyers under current interest rate conditions; the measures being taken to ease this burden; and whether the new strategy includes any support for households facing rising mortgage costs. [63901/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the number of young adults aged 18 to 34 still living in their family home; the increase in this figure since 2020; and how Delivering Homes, Building Communities aims to reduce this number, particularly in urban centres such as Cork. [63902/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the current number of households on social housing waiting lists in Cork city and Cork county; the average waiting time; and the expected reduction in waiting lists as a result of the increased social housing targets. [63903/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the method used to calculate cost-rental rents under Delivering Homes, Building Communities; the projected rent levels for Cork city and Cork county; and whether cost-rental rents will remain below market levels throughout the tenancy. [63904/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the impact of Delivering Homes, Building Communities on middle-income households who do not qualify for social housing and who cannot afford current market prices; and the specific supports planned for this cohort. [63905/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the number activated for reuse in 2023 and 2024; and the expected annual activation figures to 2030 under Delivering Homes, Building Communities. [63907/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the number of derelict residential properties on the Derelict Sites Register in each local authority area; the number of enforcement actions taken in 2023 and 2024; and the number of properties brought back into use in each period. [63908/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the number of vacant and derelict homes recorded in Cork city and Cork county; the number activated for reuse in the past two years; and the expected contribution of vacancy and dereliction measures to Cork's housing delivery to 2030. [63909/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the number of applications, approvals, and completed refurbishments under the croí cónaithe towns scheme since its introduction; the average cost per unit; and whether reforms are planned to increase uptake in Cork. [63910/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the number of brownfield sites identified for housing nationally; the expected annual delivery from these sites to 2030; and the measures planned to accelerate activation of brownfield land. [63911/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the brownfield sites identified in Cork city and Cork county that are suitable for housing; the number of units expected from each site; and the planned timeline for commencement. [63912/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the housing outputs achieved to date under the Town-Centre First policy; the number of new homes delivered in town centres in 2023 and 2024; and the expected annual delivery to 2030. [63913/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the number of residential units acquired through compulsory purchase orders in 2023 and 2024; the number resold, refurbished, or brought into use; and the planned use of CPOs under Delivering Homes, Building Communities. [63914/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the projected number of homes expected to return to use as a result of the vacant homes tax; the number of properties currently subject to the tax; and how these projections informed Government housing targets to 2030. [63916/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the impact labour shortages are having on the cost of delivering social, affordable, and cost-rental housing; the cost assumptions used in Delivering Homes, Building Communities; and the measures planned to stabilise costs. [63922/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the number of construction workers recruited from abroad in the past two years; the number expected to be required to meet the 2030 housing targets; and the supports planned to increase international recruitment where necessary. [63923/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the number of small and medium-sized construction firms currently active in residential building; their expected contribution to housing output to 2030; and the supports being provided to expand their capacity. [63925/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the estimated labour hours lost due to planning delays, procurement delays, and infrastructure bottlenecks in the past two years; and the reforms planned to minimise workforce downtime. [63926/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the labour cost inflation assumptions used in Delivering Homes, Building Communities; the expected annual labour cost increases to 2030; and how these assumptions affect projected housing costs. [63927/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the number of homes expected to be built using modern methods of construction and modular delivery from 2025 to 2030; and how these methods will reduce reliance on traditional labour capacity. [63928/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the total projected cost of delivering the 303,000 homes targeted in Delivering Homes, Building Communities; the projected annual expenditure to 2030; and the sources of Exchequer and non-Exchequer funding that will be used. [63930/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the borrowing capacity of each local authority in 2024 and 2025 for housing construction; the level of borrowing approved for Cork City Council and Cork County Council; and the number of housing units this borrowing is expected to support. [63932/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the loan-to-cost ratios applied in affordable purchase schemes; the financial criteria participating households must meet; and whether these criteria will change under Delivering Homes, Building Communities. [63933/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the total funding allocated to the Land Development Agency in 2023, 2024, and 2025; the number of homes delivered in each of those years; and the expected annual delivery from the LDA to 2030. [63934/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the financing structure for cost-rental homes under Delivering Homes, Building Communities; the average subsidy per unit; and how these subsidies ensure rent levels remain below market rates. [63935/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the assessment undertaken on the financial viability of private-sector delivery under Delivering Homes, Building Communities; the risk of reduced private output due to construction inflation or interest rates; and the contingency measures in place. [63936/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the total Exchequer cost of the first home scheme to date; the number of households supported; the average State equity share; and the projected annual cost of the scheme to 2030. [63937/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the funding allocated for vacancy and dereliction activation in 2023, 2024, and 2025; the number of homes activated with this funding; and the expected annual activation figures to 2030 under Delivering Homes, Building Communities. [63939/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the annual targets to 2030 for the delivery of housing designed for older people, including age-friendly, supported, and right-sizing units; and the expected delivery for Cork city and Cork county. [63940/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the number of wheelchair accessible and fully adapted social housing units delivered in 2023 and 2024; the annual targets to 2030 under Delivering Homes, Building Communities; and the regional distribution of these units. [63941/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the number of households on disability-related social housing waiting lists in Cork city and Cork county; the average waiting time; and how the new strategy will reduce these waiting times. [63942/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the number of households assessed as high medical priority for housing; the number accommodated in 2023 and 2024; and the targets for addressing this group under Delivering Homes, Building Communities. [63943/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the funding allocated in 2023, 2024, and 2025 for housing adaptation grants for older people and people with disabilities; the number of grants awarded; the average turnaround time; and whether funding will be increased to meet rising demand. [63944/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the number of supported housing units planned for delivery nationally to 2030; the expected annual output; and the specific projects planned for Cork city and Cork county. [63945/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the measures in place to support older people who wish to right-size; the number of households who availed of these supports in 2023 and 2024; and whether additional incentives are planned under the new strategy. [63946/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the share of new social housing units completed in 2023 and 2024 that meet universal design standards; the expected rate of compliance to 2030; and whether the Department plans to increase universal design requirements. [63947/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the number of households with disability needs currently accommodated through the housing assistance payment; and whether the Department plans reforms to ensure disability-appropriate housing is prioritised over temporary supports. [63948/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the BER standard required for all new homes delivered under Delivering Homes, Building Communities; the number of A-rated homes delivered in 2023 and 2024; and the expected annual share of A-rated completions to 2030. [63950/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the additional construction cost per unit arising from current climate and energy-efficiency standards; the cost assumptions used in Delivering Homes, Building Communities; and whether these costs pose delivery risks for social and affordable housing. [63951/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the annual retrofit targets for social housing to 2030; the number of retrofits completed in 2023 and 2024; and the expected cost of meeting all retrofit commitments. [63952/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the number of social housing units currently below BER C; the number upgraded in 2023 and 2024; and the plan to bring the remainder to compliance by 2030. [63953/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage whether embodied carbon calculations are required for housing projects funded by the State; the method used; and how embodied carbon considerations informed the design of Delivering Homes, Building Communities. [63954/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the number of social and affordable homes fitted with heat pumps in 2023 and 2024; the expected annual installation rates to 2030; and whether these rates align with national climate targets. [63955/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage whether energy network capacity, including electricity grid upgrades, is sufficient to support the new housing targets; and the planned upgrades required for Cork city and Cork county. [63956/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the number of housing projects delayed due to climate-related regulatory requirements, including flood-risk assessments and environmental impact processes; and the actions planned to reduce these delays. [63957/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the additional cost imposed on housing delivery by NZEB standards; the inflation impact of these standards; and whether the Department has assessed the cumulative cost for all units to 2030. [63958/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the projected cost of climate-adaptation measures required to protect new housing developments in urban areas, including Cork city and surrounding flood-prone zones; and how these costs were factored into the strategy's delivery projections. [63959/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the total amount of land zoned for residential use in each local authority area; the number of homes this land could support; and whether this supply is sufficient to meet the delivery targets set in Delivering Homes, Building Communities. [63960/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage whether Cork City Council and Cork County Council have zoned sufficient residential land to meet the housing targets allocated to the region; and if not, what actions will be taken to ensure compliance. [63961/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage whether the housing delivery targets in Delivering Homes, Building Communities align with the capacity set out in each local authority Development Plan; and where discrepancies exist, the changes that are required. [63962/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the reasons for delays in implementing zoning objectives in Development Plans; the number of housing sites delayed due to unresolved zoning issues; and the steps being taken to expedite zoning compliance. [63963/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the State-owned and local-authority-owned sites zoned for residential development but not yet activated; the number of homes each site is expected to deliver; and the timeline for activation. [63964/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage whether local authorities are meeting their obligations under Housing Need and Demand Assessments; the number of authorities in full compliance; and how these assessments informed the new housing targets. [63965/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the number of hectares of fully serviced residential land available for immediate development in each local authority area; and the actions planned to increase serviced land availability where shortages exist. [63966/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the number of Housing Land Availability zonings currently prevented from activation due to wastewater, water, road, or transport capacity; and the measures planned to address these infrastructure gaps. [63967/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the density and height assumptions used in setting regional delivery targets; whether these assumptions vary for Cork City and Cork County; and the basis for these planning assumptions. [63968/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage whether the quantity of zoned, serviced, and infrastructure-ready land nationally is sufficient to support the delivery of 303,000 homes to 2030; and if not, the estimated shortfall and the actions planned to close it. [63986/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the supports being provided to local authorities to ensure value for money in delivering social and affordable housing; the budget oversight mechanisms applied; and whether each authority is meeting its cost-control requirements. [64408/25]
Health 58 questions
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Health the number of older people and disabled persons assessed as medically fit for discharge from hospitals or nursing homes but awaiting suitable housing; and the measures included in Delivering Homes, Building Communities to address delayed discharges linked to housing shortages. [63949/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Health the date on which the Health Service Executive’s expert group completed its review of the implications of the Cass Review for Irish gender healthcare services, the date this report was submitted to the Chief Clinical Officer, the planned timeline for its publication or release, and the steps her Department is taking to ensure that the findings inform current service governance and interim clinical guidance for children and young people. [64749/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Health the number of children and young people referred by the HSE for gender-related assessment or treatment through the treatment abroad scheme in each of the past five years, the total public cost incurred, the number of cases currently awaiting referral or funding approval, and whether any changes to referral criteria or clinical pathways have been implemented following the Cass Review. [64751/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Health the governance and conflict-of-interest policies that apply to officials, clinicians, external advisors and members of the HSE’s Programme for Gender Healthcare when developing or advising on gender healthcare policy, including disclosure requirements relating to links with pharmaceutical companies, advocacy organisations or service providers; and the way these safeguards are monitored and enforced. [64753/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Health the number of children and young people referred by the HSE for gender-related assessment or treatment through the treatment abroad scheme in each of the past five years, the total public cost incurred, the number of cases awaiting referral or funding approval, and whether changes to referral criteria or clinical pathways have been introduced following the Cass Review. [64754/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Health the current average and longest waiting times for children and young people referred to CAMHS for gender-related assessment, for subsequent referral to NHS specialist services under the Treatment Abroad Scheme, and for review by Children’s Health Ireland; and the steps being taken to ensure timely evidence-based assessment pathways while the new Model of Care is being developed. [64755/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Health whether the HSE maintains, or plans to establish, a structured data-collection system tracking long-term outcomes for children and young people presenting with gender dysphoria, including psychological outcomes, medical interventions, service use, and rates of detransition or regret; and the way such data will inform the new Model of Care. [64756/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Health the clinical governance structures in Children’s Health Ireland for gender-related assessment and treatment, the oversight arrangements in place, the internal audit processes used, and how CHI ensures adherence to evidence-based guidance in this area. [64757/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Health the current referral criteria applied by CAMHS and Children’s Health Ireland for gender-related assessment, the clinical thresholds used before progression to any medical intervention, and any revisions to these criteria following the Cass Review. [64758/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Health when the HSE will publish the completed expert group review on the implications of the Cass Review for gender healthcare services in Ireland; the interim measures she has put in place to ensure that current assessment and treatment pathways for children and young people are safe, evidence-based and subject to clear clinical oversight. [64759/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Health the governance arrangements and clinical oversight structures in place for the development of the new model of care for gender healthcare, including the safeguards used to ensure independence, transparency and the management of conflicts of interest among officials, clinicians and advisors involved in this work; and the way her Department assures that these standards are upheld. [64760/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Health the estimated annual cost of operating parallel financial systems in voluntary hospitals pending the roll out of the Integrated Financial Management System, including duplicative software licences, staffing, manual reporting processes and compatibility work; and the projected savings once full integration is completed.; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [64870/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Health the monthly compliance metrics collected to date for statutory hospital sites operating under the Integrated Financial Management System (IFMS); the percentage of sites meeting full utilisation requirements; and the expected compliance rate for voluntary hospitals once IFMS is deployed. [64871/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Health the estimated savings projected in the original business case for the Integrated Financial Management System; the year in which those savings are expected to be realised; and whether these projections have been revised. [64872/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Health if she will introduce conditions in annual service level agreements requiring full participation in the Integrated Financial Management System before the release of Exchequer funding to voluntary hospitals. [64873/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Health if her Department has carried out a risk assessment on governance failures associated with voluntary hospitals not yet integrated into the Integrated Financial Management System; and if she will publish that assessment. [64874/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Health the number of voluntary hospitals that have formally indicated concerns or objections regarding integration into the Integrated Financial Management System; and the issues raised during consultations. [64875/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Health when the Department expects to finalise the roll out schedule of the Integrated Financial Management System to voluntary hospitals; and the factors delaying the finalisation of the timetable. [64876/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Health the additional staffing or ICT resources required to support the deployment of the Integrated Financial Management System to voluntary hospitals; and the total estimated cost of these supports. [64877/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Health the steps she will take to ensure real-time oversight of financial reporting across voluntary hospitals once the Integrated Financial Management System is fully deployed; and how this data will be used to strengthen governance and auditing. [64878/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Health the projected timeline for eliminating duplicate financial reporting requirements across the HSE and voluntary hospitals once the Integrated Financial Management System is operational in all sites. [64879/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Health if she will confirm whether the recent €10 weekly increase in pension payments will be matched by an equivalent increase in medical card income thresholds for older persons, to ensure that pensioners do not lose eligibility as a result of the pension adjustment. [64880/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Health the number of persons aged 70 or over projected to lose entitlement to a medical card or GP visit card in 2025 and 2026 due to pension increases not being reflected in updated medical card income thresholds. [64881/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Health the year in which medical card income thresholds for persons aged 70 and over were last revised, and the rationale for not indexing thresholds to inflation, pension adjustments or cost of living changes. [64882/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Health if her Department conducted an equality or social impact assessment on the effect of raising pensions without adjusting medical card thresholds, particularly for older persons living alone. [64883/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Health the number of older persons who received a discretionary medical card in each of the past five years due to being above the income threshold but facing high medical or living costs. [64884/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Health the number of applications from persons aged 70 or over rejected for a medical card or GP visit card in each of the past five years due to exceeding the income thresholds. [64885/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Health if the HSE has issued any internal guidance to staff to ensure that older applicants with modest increases in pension income are not denied a medical card where there are evident medical needs or high living costs. [64886/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Health the total number of persons aged 70 or over who have lost their medical card or GP visit card in the past three years due to being marginally above the income thresholds. [64887/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Health if her Department will consider aligning medical card thresholds with annual pension increases as part of future budget cycles; and if this option has been costed. [64888/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Health the projected annual cost of increasing medical card thresholds for older persons in line with the most recent pension increase; and the estimated number of additional medical card holders such a measure would support. [64889/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Health the public health advice her Department has issued to the Department of Justice since 2020 regarding infectious disease screening of persons entering or residing in the State, and if she will publish this advice. [64900/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Health if her Department has completed any public health risk assessments since 2020 relating to tuberculosis, measles, polio, hepatitis or other communicable diseases among persons arriving into the State, and if she will provide copies of these assessments. [64901/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Health the number of infectious disease cases recorded by the HSE in each of the past five years that were epidemiologically linked to recent arrivals into the State, broken down by disease type. [64902/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Health if any recommendation has been made by the Chief Medical Officer or the Health Protection Surveillance Centre to reintroduce or expand health screening protocols for persons entering or residing in the State. [64903/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Health the screening, vaccination or health evaluation measures that were in place for new arrivals to the State before 2020, the date these measures ceased, and the reason the Department ended or amended those protocols. [64904/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Health if her Department has provided any resourcing, staffing or operational plans to the HSE to support expanded infectious disease screening at ports of entry or reception centres, and if she will outline these proposals. [64905/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Health the number of internal memos, circulars or directives issued by the Department since 2020 concerning infectious disease risks associated with inward migration, and if she will publish the dates and recipients of those communications. [64906/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Health if the HSE currently has the capacity to conduct infectious disease screening for all persons entering the State in circumstances where public health advice recommends such screening, and the number of staff available for this work. [64907/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Health the estimated cost of reintroducing mandatory or enhanced infectious disease screening for persons entering or residing in the State, including staffing, clinical resources and laboratory capacity. [64908/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Health if her Department has raised any concerns with the Department of Justice regarding infectious disease risks associated with international protection applicants or other new arrivals in the past five years. [64909/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Health to publish the clinical guidelines governing the management of live births following termination of pregnancy, including required staff presence, escalation procedures, and neonatal care responsibilities. [64910/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Health if her Department requires maternity hospitals to report all cases where a baby is born alive following a termination of pregnancy, and if not, the reason such reporting is not mandatory. [64911/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Health the number of live births following termination of pregnancy reported by maternity hospitals in each year since 2019, and the number of those babies who survived beyond four weeks. [64912/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Health whether a neonatologist must be present or on call in all cases where a live birth is clinically possible during a termination of pregnancy, and if national policy requires this. [64913/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Health the number of maternity hospitals that currently have written protocols for responding to live births following termination of pregnancy, and if she will provide copies of these protocols. [64914/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Health if clinical staff involved in terminations of pregnancy receive specific training on the management of live births, including resuscitation and neonatal stabilisation procedures. [64915/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Health the number of internal reviews, audits or incident reports completed by the HSE or maternity hospitals relating to live births following termination of pregnancy since 2019, and if she will publish the findings. [64916/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Health the steps her Department is taking to ensure consistent national practice in responding to live births following termination of pregnancy, including the role of the National Women and Infants Health Programme. [64917/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Health if she will establish a statutory reporting requirement for maternity hospitals to notify the HSE and her Department of all live births following termination of pregnancy, including clinical outcomes. [64918/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Health the number of cases since 2019 in which palliative care pathways were used for babies born alive following termination of pregnancy, and the criteria applied in those decisions. [64919/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Health if she will publish all governance reviews, financial audits and compliance assessments completed in the past three years for voluntary hospitals or HSE-funded private providers, and the dates on which each review was finalised. [64920/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Health the number of outstanding audit recommendations across all HSE-funded service providers as of the most recent reporting cycle, and the number rated as high risk. [64921/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Health the number of Section 38 and Section 39 organisations that have not yet adopted the full suite of HSE governance standards, and the timeline for achieving full compliance. [64922/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Health the external oversight mechanisms in place for private providers delivering State-funded health or social care services, and the number of providers subject to sanctions or enhanced monitoring in the past five years. [64923/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Health the number of internal warnings, escalation notices or risk flags issued by the HSE to funded agencies since 2020, and the number that remain unresolved. [64924/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Health the process by which her Department verifies financial transparency and accountability in non-statutory bodies receiving public health funding, and if she will outline recent compliance issues identified. [64925/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Health the steps each Department is taking to improve data sharing, risk assessment and governance coordination for services involving children, vulnerable adults and high-risk health environments. [64929/25]
Education 21 questions
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Education and Youth the number of children in Cork who notified the NCSE by 1 October 2025 that they require an autism-specific class or special school place for the 2026–2027 school year; the number of new classes required to meet this demand; the number sanctioned to date; and the steps she will take to guarantee that all eligible children in Cork receive an appropriate placement for the 2026–2027 school year. [64786/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Education and Youth the number of children in Cork City and Cork County who notified the NCSE by 1 October 2025 that they require an autism-specific class or special school place for the 2026-2027 school year, by primary and post-primary level. [64977/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Education and Youth the number of new autism classes that the NCSE has identified as required in Cork for 2026-2027; and the number that have been sanctioned to date. [64978/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Education and Youth the number of schools in Cork that reported having no available accommodation for a new autism class during the 2025 NCSE planning process. [64979/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Education and Youth the number of eligibility letters issued by SENOs in Cork from January to October 2025; and the number of these children remain without a confirmed placement. [64980/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Education and Youth the average and longest waiting time reported by Cork parents seeking autism-specific class placements for 2025-2026; and whether the Department tracks these waiting times. [64981/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Education and Youth the number of special class places lost or temporarily unavailable in Cork due to school accommodation constraints in 2025; and the steps being taken to prevent recurrence in 2026. [64982/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Education and Youth the number of schools in Cork that requested an SNA review between September and October 2025; and the number of these reviews that remain pending. [64983/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Education and Youth the number of Cork schools that received reduced SNA allocations following the 2025 NCSE review; and the reasons recorded by the NCSE for each reduction. [64984/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Education and Youth the number of NCSE SNA review recommendations nationally and in Cork that were issued outside the six-week review window; and the impact on schools preparing for 2026. [64985/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Education and Youth whether any assessment has been carried out on whether the definitions of "complex care needs" and "level 3 care needs" used in the 2025-26 SNA review process adequately reflect the needs of students in autism classes; and if she will publish this assessment. [64986/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Education and Youth the number of autism class applications in Cork redirected by the NCSE due to capacity issues in preferred schools for the 2025-26 school year, and the number expected for 2026-27. [64987/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Education and Youth if the NCSE has completed a capacity audit of all post-primary schools in Cork to determine which schools can accommodate new autism classes for 2026-27, and if she will publish the findings. [64988/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Education and Youth the number of schools in Cork that identified for reconfiguration or minor works to support the opening of new autism classes for 2026-27, and the expected timelines for completion. [64989/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Education and Youth the number of children in Cork who received eligibility letters for special class placement but were advised by schools to apply to multiple schools due to lack of transparency or clarity in the admissions process. [64990/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Education and Youth if the NCSE has completed any assessment on the administrative burden placed on parents seeking autism-specific placements in Cork, and whether improvements are planned for 2026. [64991/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Education and Youth the number of schools in Cork that were issued guidance or support on implementing the Relate document during the 2025 SNA review period; and whether training was delivered in person or online. [64992/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Education and Youth the number of SNA allocation appeals lodged by Cork schools in 2025; and the proportion upheld in full or in part. [64993/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Education and Youth the number of Cork schools where the NCSE recommended no change in SNA allocation despite evidence of increased behavioural or high-support needs reported by the school. [64994/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Education and Youth the number of schools nationally and in Cork that reported delays in accessing SENOs during the 2025 SNA review cycle; and the steps being taken to ensure timely support for 2026. [64995/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Education and Youth if the Department has conducted any review of the consistency of NCSE decisions across counties, with specific reference to Cork; and if she will publish the results of any such review. [64996/25]
Children 13 questions
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality the total annual expenditure by Tusla on subcontracted private providers, including limited companies, engaged to provide residential or emergency care placements for children in each of the past five years. [64890/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality the number of limited companies currently providing care placements to Tusla under contract, the range of services delivered, and the number of children placed with each provider. [64891/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality if her Department monitors the ownership structures, beneficial owners or corporate arrangements of limited companies contracted by Tusla to provide child care placements. [64892/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality the number of regulatory inspections carried out by private subcontracted providers in each of the past five years, the number of breaches identified, and the remedial actions directed. [64893/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality if any private subcontracted provider has been sanctioned, suspended or removed from eligibility to receive referrals from Tusla in the past five years, and the reasons for those decisions. [64894/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality the average cost per child per week for placements provided by subcontracted private companies, and the comparable cost of Tusla-operated placements delivering the same level of care. [64895/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality if Tusla has completed any value-for-money assessments on the use of private subcontractors for childcare placements, and if she will publish the assessments. [64896/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality if her Department has received any reports, internal warnings or correspondence regarding governance failures, safeguarding concerns or quality-of-care issues within subcontracted private care providers. [64897/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality the number of unannounced inspections carried out on subcontracted private child care providers in each of the past five years, and the inspection outcomes. [64898/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality the steps her Department will take to increase transparency and oversight of private companies providing child care placements on behalf of the State. [64899/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality the number of governance or safeguarding concerns raised about private companies providing care on behalf of the State since 2020, and the actions her Department has taken in response. [64926/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality if any external reviews have been commissioned into the regulatory oversight of providers contracted by Tusla, and if she will publish the terms of reference and completion dates. [64927/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality the steps each Department is taking to improve data sharing, risk assessment and governance coordination for services involving children, vulnerable adults and high-risk health environments. [65037/25]
Transport 11 questions
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Transport the number of Ukrainian-registered vehicles that have undergone National Car Test inspections since February 2022, by year and by vehicle age category for example four years or older; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [63826/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Transport the number of Ukrainian-registered vehicles that have passed National Car Test (NCT) inspections since February 2022; the pass rate compared to the overall NCT pass rate for all vehicles; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [63827/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Transport the estimated number of Ukrainian-registered vehicles currently operating in Ireland without a valid National Car Test certificate; the measures in place to identify and address such non-compliance; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [63828/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Transport the number of Ukrainian-registered vehicles identified as non-compliant with motor tax requirements since February 2022; the steps being taken to ensure compliance among vehicles imported under temporary protection or refugee status; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [63830/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Transport the mechanisms in place to verify insurance compliance for Ukrainian-registered vehicles operating in Ireland; the estimated number of such vehicles without valid insurance; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [63831/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Transport if there are any exemptions or grace periods applied to Ukrainian-registered vehicles regarding registration, NCT testing, motor tax, or insurance due to temporary protection or refugee status; the duration of any such exemptions; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [63832/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Transport the total number of road safety incidents or accidents involving Ukrainian-registered vehicles since February 2022; whether non-compliance with NCT, tax, or insurance was a factor in any such incidents; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [63833/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Transport to provide all planned transport upgrades for the Blarney, Glanmire and Ballyvolane growth corridors to 2030, including timelines for each scheme. [63864/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Transport the expected public transport capacity gain for Cork arising from all projects scheduled for 2026; and how this will support projected housing growth. [63865/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Transport to set out the current eyesight-report requirements for applicants seeking a Category C learner permit, including whether applicants who already hold a full driving licence in other categories are required to undergo a full Category 2 eyesight test; the steps the National Driver Licence Service is taking to ensure that this information is presented clearly on its website and application materials; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [64930/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Transport if he will report on the number of learner-permit applications delayed or returned in 2023 and 2024 due to incomplete eyesight or medical documentation for higher-category licences, including Category C; the actions being taken to address repeated reports from general practitioners of applicants attending without the required Category 2 eyesight report; and the expected timeline for updating NDLS guidance to reduce unnecessary GP visits and administrative burden. [64931/25]
Enterprise 9 questions
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Enterprise, Tourism and Employment the residential construction productivity levels recorded in 2023 and 2024; how these compare to EU averages; and the measures planned to increase productivity to meet the housing targets. [63924/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Enterprise, Tourism and Employment if his Department has carried out any comparative analysis of productivity between Ireland's public sector and private sector over the past ten years; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [63579/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Enterprise, Tourism and Employment the current number of SME construction firms operating in Cork city and Cork county; and the supports his Department is providing to help them scale delivery of starter homes under the new national housing plan. [63862/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Enterprise, Tourism and Employment the barriers identified by construction SMEs in Cork regarding material costs, labour and regulatory burdens; and the actions his Department will take in 2026 to address each item. [63863/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Enterprise, Tourism and Employment with regard to a product (details supplied); the reason this product is not currently recognised or recommended by Home Bond despite its certification and domestic use. [63866/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Enterprise, Tourism and Employment the criteria and evaluation process HomeBond, in consultation with the Department, employs to determine which construction products are accepted or promoted within the Irish market; and the reason certain products that are either non-tested or rated lower than A1 appear to receive promotion while genuinely certified Irish products (details supplied) do not. [63867/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Enterprise, Tourism and Employment in light of recent concerns regarding fire safety and defective materials in housing construction, the assurance he can give that A1-rated materials (details supplied) are being objectively assessed and fairly considered for specification in both public and private housing schemes. [63868/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Enterprise, Tourism and Employment the way the Department ensures that Ireland's construction-product approval and recommendation processes align with accepted international and European best practice, in particular when products certified under UK BBA, European ETA or EN standards may be approved elsewhere; and if European technical approvals are accepted as valid for use in Irish housing. [63869/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Enterprise, Tourism and Employment given the Government's stated objectives of promoting safe, sustainable and innovative building materials, the specific measures his Department plans to introduce to support Irish-developed and Irish-tested products that demonstrably enhance fire safety, energy efficiency and carbon reduction, such as (details supplied). [63873/25]
Climate 5 questions
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Climate, Energy and the Environment if his Department has reviewed the balance between environmental protection considerations and the timely delivery of essential infrastructure in the current planning and regulatory processes; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [63589/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Climate, Energy and the Environment the number of major infrastructure projects delayed due to environmental assessment processes, in each of the past five years; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [63590/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Climate, Energy and the Environment if he will publish the latest Commission for Regulation of Utilities analysis on supplier margins in the retail energy market for 2024 and 2025, the link between wholesale price reductions and retail pricing decisions; and the actions he is taking to ensure that households benefit from lower wholesale prices without delay. [64761/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Climate, Energy and the Environment the latest switching rates for domestic electricity and gas customers; the actions his Department is taking to increase switching among households on high tariffs; and the steps being taken to improve transparency in billing and tariff information. [64762/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Climate, Energy and the Environment if his Department will produce a targeted arrears reduction plan for households facing long-term energy debt, including supports for at-risk customers, actions to prevent the escalation of arrears, and the timeline for transitioning from universal energy credits to targeted supports. [64763/25]
Foreign 5 questions
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade how Ireland engaged with the European Commission during the development of the Democracy Shield; and if he will outline any concerns Ireland raised about the protection of free expression. [64234/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade the obligations expected of Ireland under the Democracy Shield, including any monitoring, reporting or participation requirements. [64235/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade if Ireland will be required to take part in shared EU systems for identifying or reviewing online information; and how national control over decisions that affect domestic political debate will be maintained. [64236/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade how the Government assessed the Democracy Shield against the principles of proportionality and subsidiarity; and if he will provide the criteria used in this assessment. [64237/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade how the Democracy Shield will interact with existing EU legislation such as the Digital Services Act 2024 and the Electoral Integrity Package; and the implications of this for Ireland. [64238/25]
Public Expenditure 3 questions
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Public Expenditure, Infrastructure, Public Service Reform and Digitalisation if his Department has undertaken a full audit of the number of statutory agencies, quangos or advisory boards operating under his Department; if he will publish same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [63586/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Public Expenditure, Infrastructure, Public Service Reform and Digitalisation if he has considered the introduction of a sunset clause mechanism for certain statutory bodies to ensure periodic review of relevance and performance; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [63587/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Public Expenditure, Infrastructure, Public Service Reform and Digitalisation to publish the cost-benefit analysis carried out for the Cork housing and transport elements of the National Development Plan, and to confirm the date of the most recent review. [63985/25]
Further and Higher Education 3 questions
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science the estimated number of construction workers required annually to meet the housing delivery targets in Delivering Homes, Building Communities; the current size of the construction workforce; and the projected shortfall. [63920/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science the apprenticeship intake and completion figures for construction-related trades in 2023 and 2024; the expected intake for 2025; and how these figures align with the workforce required to meet annual housing targets. [63921/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Ken O'Flynn asked the Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science the estimated construction workforce required in Cork city and Cork county to meet regional housing targets under Delivering Homes, Building Communities; the current workforce level; and the actions planned to bridge any shortfall. [63929/25]

Pádraig O'Sullivan — Fianna Fáil 6 votes · 19 questions · 0 new lobbying returns

Questions asked 19 total

Health 8 questions
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Pádraig O'Sullivan asked the Minister for Health if her Department will engage with the Department of Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science regarding the shortage of radiation therapists; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [63235/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Pádraig O'Sullivan asked the Minister for Health the efforts her Department is making to ensure a greater uptake of women attend the BreastCheck screening considering less than 70% of women accept an appointment for first mammogram; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [63236/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Pádraig O'Sullivan asked the Minister for Health the number of people currently eligible for BreastCheck screening who are waiting for their first appointment in the CHO 4 area; the number of individuals currently awaiting follow up appointments in the same area, in tabular form; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [63237/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Pádraig O'Sullivan asked the Minister for Health the number of breast screening locations in Cork; if consideration has been given to increasing the number of locations; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [63238/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Pádraig O'Sullivan asked the Minister for Health if consideration will be given to increasing the number of breast screening locations nationwide; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [63239/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Pádraig O'Sullivan asked the Minister for Health the number of dental practices in Cork currently accepting new medical card patients; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [63680/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Pádraig O'Sullivan asked the Minister for Health if she will provide an update on the National Rare Disease Strategy; the status of each recommendation; if the implementation oversight group has been established; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [63427/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Pádraig O'Sullivan asked the Minister for Health the progress made by her Department regarding the Programme for Government commitment to explore early access schemes for medicines; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [63426/25]
Transport 5 questions
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Pádraig O'Sullivan asked the Minister for Transport when the current contract for the toll in Watergrasshill, County Cork is due to expire; the engagement that has taken place with regard to extending the contract; the amount raised via toll roads nationwide since 2020 to date; the way in which the income was allocated; if further information can be provided on expenditure, by year and, by road, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [63174/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Pádraig O'Sullivan asked the Minister for Transport for an update on the enhancement of commuter rail services in Cork; the estimated timeline on when the new stations at Tivoli, Blarney/Stoneview, Blackpool/Kilbarry will be constructed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [63173/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Pádraig O'Sullivan asked the Minister for Transport for an update on the rapid deployment pedestrian scheme 2024-Northwest LEA in Cork; the estimated timeline for completion; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [63240/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Pádraig O'Sullivan asked the Minister for Transport the progress of the N20-M20 Cork Limerick motorway project; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [63681/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Pádraig O'Sullivan asked the Minister for Transport the active travel projects in Cork; the plans to expand the number of projects in Cork; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [63682/25]
Education 2 questions
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Pádraig O'Sullivan asked the Minister for Education and Youth to provide an update in relation to the pilot school transport scheme; if she will provide details of the schools identified as pilot projects for the 2025-2026 school year; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [63241/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Pádraig O'Sullivan asked the Minister for Education and Youth the number of schools that have been awarded the active school flag post primary; the successful schools, by county; the schools that applied that were not successful; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [63571/25]
Justice 2 questions
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Pádraig O'Sullivan asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration the steps being taken to ensure an adequate complement of healthcare staff at Cork Prison following the recent Annual Report of the office of the Inspector of Prisons which stated there is a need to increase the GP hours on site; if there are plans to recruit additional nursing staff; if there are plans to strengthen psychology and addiction services for prisoners; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [63734/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Pádraig O'Sullivan asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration the way in which he plans to progress the recommendations of the annual report of the Office of the Inspector of Prisons particularly in relation to Cork prison; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [63735/25]
Culture 2 questions
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Pádraig O'Sullivan asked the Minister for Culture, Communications and Sport the number of sports capital grants and LSSIF projects that have been drawn down to date; the number of projects still waiting to drawdown the funding; if his Department has a tracking system in place to follow drawdowns; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [63258/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Pádraig O'Sullivan asked the Minister for Culture, Communications and Sport if his Department has received a further update from an organisation (details supplied) regarding a new location for a centre of excellence in Cork; when his Department expects to receive a business case from the organisation outlining the revised location, scope and partnership arrangements; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [63257/25]

Thomas Gould — Sinn Féin 5 votes · 12 questions · 0 new lobbying returns

Questions asked 12 total

Defence 3 questions
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Thomas Gould asked the Minister for Defence further to Parliamentary Question No. 265 of 12 November 2025, the meaning of emergency resilience in this context. [63716/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Thomas Gould asked the Minister for Defence if the Defence Forces are under contract with a company (details supplied); the length of the contract; when it commenced; and the amount paid to date for the contract. [64366/25]
- 2025-11-19 Deputy Thomas Gould asked the Minister for Defence if the Defence Forces have ever held a contract with a company (details supplied); when the contract terminated; and the amount spent on the contract. [64367/25]
Health 3 questions
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Thomas Gould asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 964 of 12 November 2025, the reason payment for a 2017 bid was not made until 2020. [63717/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Thomas Gould asked the Minister for Health for an update on the elective hospital in Cork city. [63075/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Thomas Gould asked the Minister for Health her views on whether the leasing of primary care centres represents value-for-money. [63074/25]
Transport 2 questions
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Thomas Gould asked the Minister for Transport if he has been made aware of escalating issues with punctuality and reliability in Cork’s bus service. [63070/25]
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Thomas Gould asked the Minister for Transport for an update on the overall cost of the 90-minute Leap Card fare hardware in Cork city; and the timeline for the installation of same. [63071/25]
Culture 2 questions
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Thomas Gould asked the Minister for Culture, Communications and Sport the actions he has undertaken in his role to promote Ireland’s republican history. [63076/25]
- 2025-11-20 Deputy Thomas Gould asked the Minister for Culture, Communications and Sport if he is aware that darts players cannot access funding through Sports Ireland. [63077/25]
Finance 1 question
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Thomas Gould asked the Minister for Finance for an update on plans for deemed disposal tax. [62830/25]
Education 1 question
- 2025-11-18 Deputy Thomas Gould asked the Minister for Education and Youth whether she is aware of changes to Cork city youth clubs to amalgamate services into a hub; and whether she will outline the impacts of this. [62827/25]