Louth — week of Mon, 12 Jan — Watch Them Work

What your Louth TDs did this week

Mon, 12 Jan – 18 Jan 2026 · 5 TDs · 3 bills voted on · 101 questions · 243 new lobbying filings

Votes this week

Mercosur Trade Agreement

2026-01-14 · 3 votes

A sub-amendment · motion failed 69–85

Voted for 3 Ged Nash · Joanna Byrne · Ruairí Ó Murchú

Voted against 2 Erin McGreehan · Paula Butterly

An amendment to the bill · motion passed 86–70

Voted for 2 Erin McGreehan · Paula Butterly

Voted against 3 Ged Nash · Joanna Byrne · Ruairí Ó Murchú

The motion · motion passed 85–70

Voted for 2 Erin McGreehan · Paula Butterly

Voted against 3 Ged Nash · Joanna Byrne · Ruairí Ó Murchú

Uisce Éireann Infrastructure Delivery, Accountability and Repair Timelines

2026-01-14 · 2 votes

An amendment to the bill · motion passed 85–70

Voted for 2 Erin McGreehan · Paula Butterly

Voted against 3 Ged Nash · Joanna Byrne · Ruairí Ó Murchú

The motion · motion passed 85–70

Voted for 2 Erin McGreehan · Paula Butterly

Voted against 3 Ged Nash · Joanna Byrne · Ruairí Ó Murchú

An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business

2026-01-13 · 1 vote

The week's Dáil business schedule · motion passed 84–67

Voted for 2 Erin McGreehan · Paula Butterly

Voted against 3 Ged Nash · Joanna Byrne · Ruairí Ó Murchú

Erin McGreehan — Fianna Fáil 6 votes · 26 questions · 80 new lobbying returns

Questions asked 26 total

Transport 10 questions
- 2026-01-13 Deputy Erin McGreehan asked the Minister for Transport the current status of the statutory instruments required to give legal effect to the May 2025 CIÉ Pension Agreement; and when he expects these instruments to be signed.; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [75052/25]
- 2026-01-13 Deputy Erin McGreehan asked the Minister for Transport whether his Department has received all necessary documentation from CIÉ Corporate to process the relevant statutory instruments; and if not, the information that remains outstanding. [75053/25]
- 2026-01-13 Deputy Erin McGreehan asked the Minister for Transport whether he has been requested to approve statutory instruments relating to CIÉ pension schemes; and if so, the timeframe for such approval. [75054/25]
- 2026-01-13 Deputy Erin McGreehan asked the Minister for Transport the reason the 1951 CIÉ superannuation scheme remains non-compliant with the IORP II Directive, while the regular wages scheme was brought into compliance in 2022. [75055/25]
- 2026-01-13 Deputy Erin McGreehan asked the Minister for Transport when approximately 800 pensioners in the 1951 CIÉ superannuation scheme will receive the voucher agreed under the 2019 Labour Court recommendation. [75056/25]
- 2026-01-13 Deputy Erin McGreehan asked the Minister for Transport whether legal advice has been sought regarding the CIÉ Executive Board decision in 2009 to cease pension increases in the absence of a statutory instrument; and whether this decision was compliant with the Transport Act 1950. [75057/25]
- 2026-01-13 Deputy Erin McGreehan asked the Minister for Transport whether the implications of the Canals Act 1986, including the transfer of assets and staff, have been examined in relation to the pension status of pre-1987 CIÉ employees. [75058/25]
- 2026-01-13 Deputy Erin McGreehan asked the Minister for Transport if he will provide an updated list of all schools in County Louth currently participating in the Safe Routes to School Programme; and if he will outline the most recent status of each school, including any newly added schools or those progressing through assessment or implementation.; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2221/26]
- 2026-01-15 Deputy Erin McGreehan asked the Minister for Transport if he has plans for an additional train station in County Louth; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2873/26]
- 2026-01-15 Deputy Erin McGreehan asked the Minister for Transport if his Department provides support for the private coach sector to make their fleet more accessible for passengers with disabilities; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2872/26]
Health 10 questions
- 2026-01-13 Deputy Erin McGreehan asked the Minister for Health to provide an update on the HSE’s plans for the expansion of the Live Attenuated Influenza Vaccine (LAIV) schools programme in 2026; the measures that will be taken to increase uptake and encourage schools at primary and secondary level to opt in; whether the HSE has considered deploying school-based HSE vaccination teams to deliver the programme; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [74286/25]
- 2026-01-13 Deputy Erin McGreehan asked the Minister for Health if she will provide an update on the development of a business case for the purchase of the software required for scoliosis surgery at the National Orthopaedic Hospital Cappagh (details supplied); if she will confirm that the HSE does not currently hold the equipment required; and if she will acknowledge that the absence of this software is resulting in the cancellation and postponement of children's surgery dates. [75038/25]
- 2026-01-13 Deputy Erin McGreehan asked the Minister for Health the reason for the current pause in recruitment of physician associates within the HSE; when the review of the profession will be concluded; and when recruitment is expected to resume. [2142/26]
- 2026-01-13 Deputy Erin McGreehan asked the Minister for Health the number of physician associate graduates affected by the current recruitment pause; whether the HSE intends to honour its undertaking to employ graduates whose training was fully funded by the State; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [2143/26]
- 2026-01-13 Deputy Erin McGreehan asked the Minister for Health how the role of physician associates fits within current and future healthcare workforce planning, particularly in acute hospitals experiencing staff shortages and long waiting lists. [2144/26]
- 2026-01-15 Deputy Erin McGreehan asked the Minister for Health the expected completion date for the new hospice facility in Drogheda; whether an interim community palliative care model will be funded and operational in the Ardee–Drogheda–Dundalk corridor pending its opening; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [3280/26]
- 2026-01-15 Deputy Erin McGreehan asked the Minister for Health to provide a regional breakdown of palliative care service availability, staffing levels, and operating hours showing Ardee, Dundalk, and the Drogheda catchment areas, including comparison with national averages; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [3281/26]
- 2026-01-15 Deputy Erin McGreehan asked the Minister for Health the current level of out-of-hours and weekend community palliative nursing provision available in counties Louth, Meath, Cavan and Monaghan; how this compares with national standards and other regions; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [3282/26]
- 2026-01-15 Deputy Erin McGreehan asked the Minister for Health the number of emergency department attendances and unplanned hospital admissions in the northeast, in the past three years, that were clinically attributable to the absence of out-of-hours community palliative care, broken down by county; and the steps being taken to reduce these admissions. [3283/26]
- 2026-01-15 Deputy Erin McGreehan asked the Minister for Health the way in which the continued absence of out-of-hours community palliative care in the northeast is consistent with commitments under Sláintecare, the National Adult Palliative Care Policy, and the Programme for Government to shift care from hospitals into the community. [3284/26]
Enterprise 2 questions
- 2026-01-13 Deputy Erin McGreehan asked the Minister for Enterprise, Tourism and Employment the new rules that will apply for short-term letting from May 2026; if the short-term let register has been launched; if it is open for registrations; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1741/26]
- 2026-01-13 Deputy Erin McGreehan asked the Minister for Enterprise, Tourism and Employment the actions he is taking to reduce the cost of doing business; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1742/26]
Social 2 questions
- 2026-01-15 Deputy Erin McGreehan asked the Minister for Social Protection the measures being taken in his Department in 2026 to support people with disabilities; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2886/26]
- 2026-01-15 Deputy Erin McGreehan asked the Minister for Social Protection the number of people that are in receipt of the kinship caring payment across the country; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2887/26]
Culture 1 question
- 2026-01-13 Deputy Erin McGreehan asked the Minister for Culture, Communications and Sport the position regarding access by schools to sports capital grant funding, including whether a schools-only stream is planned that does not require partnership/matching with a sports club, and the expected commencement date; and criteria for such a scheme. [2182/26]
Further and Higher Education 1 question
- 2026-01-13 Deputy Erin McGreehan asked the Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science the number and location of the student residential accommodation places that will be provided by the National Student Accommodation Strategy; and the Short-Term Activation Programme; and to provide a timeline for the same. [1195/26]

New lobbying 80 returns

Reduced Risk Products Association Company Limited Health
- The Reduced Risk Products Association issued written communications to selected members of the Oireachtas following statements made during a Dáil debate on vaping, providing factual information and evidence on vaping and nicotine products, including youth use, smoking cessation, flavours, and potential implications of proposed regulatory measures.
Skillnet Ireland Education and Training
- Engagement by representatives from Skillnet Ireland on the upskilling and workforce development supports available, emphasizing the importance of skills in boosting business competitiveness and innovation. Highlighting key areas of proposed expansion in budget 2026. Discussing the utilisation of the National Training Fund and the development of the National Training Fund Amendment Bill.
BoyleSports Taxation
- 2026 Pre-Budget Submission - Letter with a meeting invite sent to relevant Ministers and TD's in relation to BOYLE Sports 2026 Pre- Budget Submission.
Gaeloideachas Education and Training
- Lá stocaireachta maidir le riachtanais na hearnála tumoideachais
DEBRA Ireland Health
- Debra contacted TDs and Senators to attend the launch of a review on the supports and services for Epidermolysis Bullosa and outlined recommendations for enhanced funding to improve supports and services. Copies of the recommendations and Debra 'asks' were provided
Charity Retail Ireland Taxation
- Seeking to brief TD on benefits of derogation of VAT on goods donated to charity
Seqirus Health
- Meetings about the winter flu season and protection of over 65s.
Grow Remote Ireland CLG Employment
- Phone calls to elected reps offices to remind about upcoming All Party Group meeting in Leinster House
The Irish Farmers' Association - IFA · 70 returns Finance · Energy and Natural Resources · Social Protection · Taxation · Heritage · Environment
- Measures to Support Farm Enterprises - Farm Forestry
- Pigs- Measures to Support Farm Enterprises
- Measures to Support Farm Enterprises - Poultry
- Organic Farm Scheme - Measures to Support Farm Enterprises
- Horticulture Land Rental Scheme
- IFA Budget 2026 Submission - Measures to Support Farm Enterprises - Seed Potato
- Measures to Support Farm Enterprises - Baling Assistance Payment
- Spent Mushroom Compost Scheme
- Automation in the Mushroom Sector
- The Scheme of Investment Aid for the Development of Commercial Horticulture
- Measures to Support Farm Enterprises - Horticulture (including Potatoes & Mushrooms)
- Protein Crop Supports
- IFA Budget 2026 Submission - Measures to support Farm Enterprises - Tillage
- Bluetongue/Foot & Mouth Disease Preparedness
- Herd Health Plans
- Measures to Support Farm Enterprises - Animal Health Ireland
- Fallen Animals
- Measures to Support Farm Enterprises - VAT on Vaccines
- IFA Budget 2026 Submission - Measures to Support Farm Enterprises - Regional Veterinary Labs
- Biosecurity
- IFA Budget 2026 Submission - Proposals for an Improved ACRES Scheme - Penalties
- Proposals for an Improved ACRES Scheme - General Actions
- IFA Budget 2026 Submission - Proposals for an Improved ACRES Scheme - Scoring
- IFA Budget 2026 Submission-Proposals for an Improved ACRES Scheme- Administration
- Proposals for an Improved ACRES Scheme - Engagement with Farmers
- Support Scheme for Renewable Heat (SSRH) - Energy From Farms
- IFA Budget 2026 Submission - Energy From Farms - Targeted Agricultural Modernisation Scheme (TAMS) for Renewable Energy
- IFA Budget 2026 Submission - Energy From Farms - Small-Scale Renewable Electricity Support Scheme (SRESS)
- Farmer Owned & Operated/ABP Type 9 Biogas Plant - Energy From Farms
- Planning & Infrastructure Challenges for Renewable Energy
- IFA Budget 2026 Submission - Energy From Farms
- Income Volatility Measures for All Agricultural Sectors
- IFA Budget 2026 Submission - Social Protection Measures - Cost of Employment
- Social Protection Measures - Agricultural Education & Youth Participation
- Social Protection Measures - State Pension Access & Equity
- Social Protection Measures - Class S PRSI Contributions
- Fair Deal & Older People in Rural Areas
- Farm Assist Scheme Reform
- VAT and Taxation on Farm Inputs
- Stock Relief - Agri Taxation
- Agri Taxation - Agricultural Relief
- Agricultural/Business Relief Capital Acquisition Tax (CAT) Values
- Succession Farm Partnership Tax Credit
- Agri Taxation - Stamp Duty on Agricultural Land
- IFA Budget 2026 Submission - Agri Taxation - Uisce Éireann's Non-Domestic Tariff Framework (NDTF) (Water Charges)
- Agri Taxation - Commercial Rates on Farm Buildings & Agricultural Land
- Cross Sector Support - LEADER
- IFA Budget 2026 Submission - Cross Sector Support - Farm Finance
- IFA Budget 2026 Submission - Cross Sector Support - Designated Area Payments
- Mountain Access Projects
- Greater Targeted Support for Hill Farmers
- Uplands Recreation Scheme
- Cross Sector Support - Farm Safety
- Measures to support Climate Action on Farm - Wildlife Control Programme Resources
- Measures to Support Farm Enterprises - TB
- Animal Health - Measures to Support Farm Enterprises
- Agri Taxation - Residential Zoned Land Tax (RZLT)
- Dog Control
- Measures to Support Farm Enterprises - Sheep
- Measures to Support Farm Enterprises - Suckler Cow and Beef
- Measures to Support Farm Enterprises - Knowledge Transfer Scheme
- IFA Budget 2026 Submission - Measures to Support Climate Action on Farm - Multi-Species Sward Scheme Including Red Clover
- Measures to Support Farm Enterprises - Deer Management
- IFA Budget 2026 Submission - Measures to Support Climate Action on Farm - Protein Crop Supports
- IFA Budget 2026 Submission - Cross Sector Support - Walks Scheme
- IFA Budget 2026 Submission Measures to Support Climate Action on Farm - Energy From Farms
- IFA Budget 2026 Submission - Measures to Support Climate Action on Farm
- Forgotten Farmer Scheme
- IFA Budget 2026 Submission - Farm Schemes - Targeted Agricultural Modernisation Scheme (TAMS)
- IFA Budget 2026 Submission - Farm Schemes - Areas of Natural Constraints (ANCs)
Age Action Budgetary matters
- Funding for a Programme for Government commitment
Irish Heart Foundation Health
- Oireachtas Heart and Stroke Group

Ged Nash — Labour Party 6 votes · 5 questions · 5 new lobbying returns

Questions asked 5 total

Finance 2 questions
- 2026-01-13 Deputy Ged Nash asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance if he will obtain the position of the Revenue Commissioners on a policy matter (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2303/26]
- 2026-01-13 Deputy Ged Nash asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance if the Revenue Commissioners, working on a multi-agency basis with An Garda Síochána and others, have identified any links between illicit roll-your-own tobacco activity and organised crime networks; the extent of such involvement; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2305/26]
Taoiseach 1 question
- 2026-01-13 Deputy Ged Nash asked the Taoiseach the number of successful prosecutions secured under section 24 of the Protected Disclosures (Amendment), Act 2022 (the provisions of the Act that relate to making the penalisation of an individual who makes a protected disclosure a criminal offence); the number of cases referred to the DPP for their consideration under the terms of the Act since the enactment and commencement of the relevant Section of the Act. [74743/25]
Transport 1 question
- 2026-01-14 Deputy Ged Nash asked the Minister for Transport if he will confirm his Department's current remote work policy for Departmental staff; if there are plans to modify the policy in 2026; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2716/26]
Foreign 1 question
- 2026-01-15 Deputy Ged Nash asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade the reason officials in her Department have ordered the removal of a document from the National Archives (details supplied); if she will provide the details of the process used to arrive at this decision; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [3198/26]

New lobbying 5 returns

Society of the Irish Motor Industry Taxation
- Budget 2026 - the key issues for SIMI in Budget 2026 were taxation and incentive policy in relation to motor vehicles, particularly Electric Vehicle (EV) Supports and EV charging infrastructure and in relation to tax, no increases in VRT, Road Tax or BIK in Budget 2026.
Financial Services Union Banking and Financial Institutions
- future of banking, banking forum, AI, outsourcing of roles,
Grow Remote Ireland CLG Employment
- Phone calls to elected reps offices to remind about upcoming All Party Group meeting in Leinster House
Irish Heart Foundation Health
- Irish Heart Foundation pre-budget submission 2026.
Fórsa trade union Budgetary matters
- Advocating Fórsa policy on the budget and encouraging 1. To address the impact of the removal of universal cost-of-living measures through social dialogue and wage increases 2. broaden tax base to deliver high quality public services & address the resources problems which exist in housing, health, education, childcare and in achieving a greener economy.; 3. Introduce tax relief on trade union subs 4. Increase minimum wage by 5%

Joanna Byrne — Sinn Féin 6 votes · 26 questions · 2 new lobbying returns

Questions asked 26 total

Health 23 questions
- 2026-01-13 Deputy Joanna Byrne asked the Minister for Health if there is a domestic/gender based violence team operating at a hospital (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [74750/25]
- 2026-01-13 Deputy Joanna Byrne asked the Minister for Health the number of staff and the grade employed in general medicine at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, Drogheda; and the number of staff vacancies currently within the department. [74753/25]
- 2026-01-13 Deputy Joanna Byrne asked the Minister for Health the number of staff and the grade in emergency medicine at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, Drogheda; and the number of staff vacancies within the department. [74754/25]
- 2026-01-13 Deputy Joanna Byrne asked the Minister for Health the number of staff and the grade employed in cardiology at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, Drogheda; if there is a waiting list for this unit; and the number of staff vacancies within the department. [74755/25]
- 2026-01-13 Deputy Joanna Byrne asked the Minister for Health the number of staff and the grade employed in endocrinology at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, Drogheda; and the number of staff vacancies within the department. [74756/25]
- 2026-01-13 Deputy Joanna Byrne asked the Minister for Health the number of staff and the grade employed in the early pregnancy unit at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, Drogheda; and the number of staff vacancies within the department. [74757/25]
- 2026-01-13 Deputy Joanna Byrne asked the Minister for Health the number of staff and the grade in oncology at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, Drogheda; and the number of staff vacancies within the department. [74758/25]
- 2026-01-13 Deputy Joanna Byrne asked the Minister for Health the number of staff and the grade in dermatology at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, Drogheda; and the number of staff vacancies within the department. [74759/25]
- 2026-01-13 Deputy Joanna Byrne asked the Minister for Health the number of staff and the grade in geriatric medicine at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, Drogheda; and the number of staff vacancies within the department. [74760/25]
- 2026-01-13 Deputy Joanna Byrne asked the Minister for Health the number of staff and the grade in gastroenterology at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, Drogheda; and the number of staff vacancies within the department.; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [74761/25]
- 2026-01-13 Deputy Joanna Byrne asked the Minister for Health the number of staff and the grade in respiratory medicine at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, Drogheda; and the number of staff vacancies within the department. [74762/25]
- 2026-01-13 Deputy Joanna Byrne asked the Minister for Health the number of staff and the grade in physical medicine at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, Drogheda; and the number of staff vacancies within the department. [74763/25]
- 2026-01-13 Deputy Joanna Byrne asked the Minister for Health the number of staff and the grade at which they are employed in pathology services at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, Drogheda; the number of staff vacancies within the department. [74764/25]
- 2026-01-13 Deputy Joanna Byrne asked the Minister for Health the number of staff and the grade in palliative care at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, Drogheda; and the number of staff vacancies within the department. [74765/25]
- 2026-01-13 Deputy Joanna Byrne asked the Minister for Health the number of staff and the grade in general surgery at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, Drogheda; and the number of staff vacancies within the department. [74766/25]
- 2026-01-13 Deputy Joanna Byrne asked the Minister for Health the number of staff and the grade in paediatric services at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital Drogheda; and the number of staff vacancies within the department. [74767/25]
- 2026-01-13 Deputy Joanna Byrne asked the Minister for Health the number of staff and the grade in gynaecology services at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, Drogheda; and the number of staff vacancies within the department. [74768/25]
- 2026-01-13 Deputy Joanna Byrne asked the Minister for Health the number of staff and the grade in urology services at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, Drogheda; and the number of staff vacancies within the department. [74769/25]
- 2026-01-13 Deputy Joanna Byrne asked the Minister for Health the number of staff and the grade in radiology services at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, Drogheda; and the number of staff vacancies within the department. [74770/25]
- 2026-01-13 Deputy Joanna Byrne asked the Minister for Health the number of step-down beds available in County Louth in the years 2020 to 2025, by year, in tabular form; and the location of same. [74790/25]
- 2026-01-13 Deputy Joanna Byrne asked the Minister for Health the number of long stay beds available in County Louth in the years 2020 to 2025, by year, in tabular form; and the location of same. [74791/25]
- 2026-01-13 Deputy Joanna Byrne asked the Minister for Health the number of respite beds available in County Louth in the years 2020 to 2025, by year, in tabular form; and the location of same. [74792/25]
- 2026-01-13 Deputy Joanna Byrne asked the Minister for Health to provide an update on the development of the post-natal hub at Our lady of Lourdes Hospital Drogheda; when this hub will be operational and accessible to patients; and when free pelvic floor physical therapy sessions for women after childbirth will be provided at this hub. [74797/25]
Transport 2 questions
- 2026-01-13 Deputy Joanna Byrne asked the Minister for Transport if he is aware of the issues raised in correspondence (details supplied); if he intends on addressing these concerns; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [74121/25]
- 2026-01-15 Deputy Joanna Byrne asked the Minister for Transport to intervene and engage with the RSA and HSE to resolve the outstanding issues that are delaying the opening of Drogheda driving test centre; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1250/26]
Finance 1 question
- 2026-01-13 Deputy Joanna Byrne asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance if Revenue has identified any increase in the sale of illicit roll-your-own tobacco via online platforms or social media; the enforcement tools available to address this activity; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2366/26]

New lobbying 2 returns

Reduced Risk Products Association Company Limited Health
- The Reduced Risk Products Association issued written communications to Sinn Féin TDs and Senators outlining evidence on the role of vaping as a smoking cessation tool for adult smokers, and highlighting potential implications of proposed flavour restrictions for individuals who use vaping to quit or reduce smoking.
Grow Remote Ireland CLG Employment
- Phone calls to elected reps offices to remind about upcoming All Party Group meeting in Leinster House

Paula Butterly — Fine Gael 6 votes · 5 questions · 83 new lobbying returns

Questions asked 5 total

Transport 3 questions
- 2026-01-13 Deputy Paula Butterly asked the Minister for Transport to provide an update on the implementation of the agreed increases in pensions for former CIÉ employees following the recent staff vote; the estimated timeline for when these changes will be fully implemented; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1614/26]
- 2026-01-15 Deputy Paula Butterly asked the Minister for Transport the rationale of his Department and the National Transport Authority to not progress the introduction of a dedicated east–west bus service in County Louth; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1758/26]
- 2026-01-15 Deputy Paula Butterly asked the Minister for Transport for an update on the opening of a new driving test centre in Drogheda. [2235/26]
Finance 1 question
- 2026-01-13 Deputy Paula Butterly asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance the number of illicit tobacco manufacturing facilities, including any roll-your-own production sites, that have been detected or dismantled in the Border region over the past five years; the quantities of product seized in each case; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2187/26]
Public Expenditure 1 question
- 2026-01-13 Deputy Paula Butterly asked the Minister for Public Expenditure, Infrastructure, Public Service Reform and Digitalisation the reason carbon tax revenue, which was hypothecated for environmental and climate action purposes, was allocated to the Department of Social Protection; if he will provide a full breakdown of how any unspent carbon tax funds returned to his Department were subsequently reallocated annually since 2019; the breakdown of how carbon tax revenues have been allocated since 2019, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [74817/25]

New lobbying 83 returns

BoyleSports Taxation
- 2026 Pre-Budget Submission - Letter with a meeting invite sent to relevant Ministers and TD's in relation to BOYLE Sports 2026 Pre- Budget Submission.
National Women's Council of Ireland Justice and Equality
- Committee’s Report on ‘Pre-Legislative Scrutiny of the General Scheme of the Criminal Law and Civil Law (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2025’.
Property Owners Association of Ireland Limited (IPOA) Finance
- Sought support for the IPOA's pre-budget submission 2026.
SAFE Ireland National Social Change Agency CLG T/A SAFE Ireland Justice and Equality
- General Scheme of the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences, Domestic Violence and International Instruments) Bill 2025
Threshold · 2 returns Housing
- Exempted Development legislation
- Residential Tenancies (Amendment) (No.2) Bill 2025
The Irish Farmers' Association - IFA · 70 returns Finance · Energy and Natural Resources · Social Protection · Taxation · Heritage · Environment
- Measures to Support Farm Enterprises - Farm Forestry
- Pigs- Measures to Support Farm Enterprises
- Measures to Support Farm Enterprises - Poultry
- Organic Farm Scheme - Measures to Support Farm Enterprises
- Horticulture Land Rental Scheme
- IFA Budget 2026 Submission - Measures to Support Farm Enterprises - Seed Potato
- Measures to Support Farm Enterprises - Baling Assistance Payment
- Spent Mushroom Compost Scheme
- Automation in the Mushroom Sector
- The Scheme of Investment Aid for the Development of Commercial Horticulture
- Measures to Support Farm Enterprises - Horticulture (including Potatoes & Mushrooms)
- Protein Crop Supports
- IFA Budget 2026 Submission - Measures to support Farm Enterprises - Tillage
- Bluetongue/Foot & Mouth Disease Preparedness
- Herd Health Plans
- Measures to Support Farm Enterprises - Animal Health Ireland
- Fallen Animals
- Measures to Support Farm Enterprises - VAT on Vaccines
- IFA Budget 2026 Submission - Measures to Support Farm Enterprises - Regional Veterinary Labs
- Biosecurity
- IFA Budget 2026 Submission - Proposals for an Improved ACRES Scheme - Penalties
- Proposals for an Improved ACRES Scheme - General Actions
- IFA Budget 2026 Submission - Proposals for an Improved ACRES Scheme - Scoring
- IFA Budget 2026 Submission-Proposals for an Improved ACRES Scheme- Administration
- Proposals for an Improved ACRES Scheme - Engagement with Farmers
- Support Scheme for Renewable Heat (SSRH) - Energy From Farms
- IFA Budget 2026 Submission - Energy From Farms - Targeted Agricultural Modernisation Scheme (TAMS) for Renewable Energy
- IFA Budget 2026 Submission - Energy From Farms - Small-Scale Renewable Electricity Support Scheme (SRESS)
- Farmer Owned & Operated/ABP Type 9 Biogas Plant - Energy From Farms
- Planning & Infrastructure Challenges for Renewable Energy
- IFA Budget 2026 Submission - Energy From Farms
- Income Volatility Measures for All Agricultural Sectors
- IFA Budget 2026 Submission - Social Protection Measures - Cost of Employment
- Social Protection Measures - Agricultural Education & Youth Participation
- Social Protection Measures - State Pension Access & Equity
- Social Protection Measures - Class S PRSI Contributions
- Fair Deal & Older People in Rural Areas
- Farm Assist Scheme Reform
- VAT and Taxation on Farm Inputs
- Stock Relief - Agri Taxation
- Agri Taxation - Agricultural Relief
- Agricultural/Business Relief Capital Acquisition Tax (CAT) Values
- Succession Farm Partnership Tax Credit
- Agri Taxation - Stamp Duty on Agricultural Land
- IFA Budget 2026 Submission - Agri Taxation - Uisce Éireann's Non-Domestic Tariff Framework (NDTF) (Water Charges)
- Agri Taxation - Commercial Rates on Farm Buildings & Agricultural Land
- Cross Sector Support - LEADER
- IFA Budget 2026 Submission - Cross Sector Support - Farm Finance
- IFA Budget 2026 Submission - Cross Sector Support - Designated Area Payments
- Mountain Access Projects
- Greater Targeted Support for Hill Farmers
- Uplands Recreation Scheme
- Cross Sector Support - Farm Safety
- Measures to support Climate Action on Farm - Wildlife Control Programme Resources
- Measures to Support Farm Enterprises - TB
- Animal Health - Measures to Support Farm Enterprises
- Agri Taxation - Residential Zoned Land Tax (RZLT)
- Dog Control
- Measures to Support Farm Enterprises - Sheep
- Measures to Support Farm Enterprises - Suckler Cow and Beef
- Measures to Support Farm Enterprises - Knowledge Transfer Scheme
- IFA Budget 2026 Submission - Measures to Support Climate Action on Farm - Multi-Species Sward Scheme Including Red Clover
- Measures to Support Farm Enterprises - Deer Management
- IFA Budget 2026 Submission - Measures to Support Climate Action on Farm - Protein Crop Supports
- IFA Budget 2026 Submission - Cross Sector Support - Walks Scheme
- IFA Budget 2026 Submission Measures to Support Climate Action on Farm - Energy From Farms
- IFA Budget 2026 Submission - Measures to Support Climate Action on Farm
- Forgotten Farmer Scheme
- IFA Budget 2026 Submission - Farm Schemes - Targeted Agricultural Modernisation Scheme (TAMS)
- IFA Budget 2026 Submission - Farm Schemes - Areas of Natural Constraints (ANCs)
Dexcom Health
- Diabetes Policy in Ireland
Age Action Budgetary matters
- Funding for a Programme for Government commitment
ENERGY CLOUD Company Limited by Guarantee (CLG) Energy and Natural Resources
- Written Submission and Presentation to Joint Oireachtas Committee on Housing, Local Government and Heritage
Simon Communities of Ireland · 2 returns Housing
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Ruairí Ó Murchú — Sinn Féin 6 votes · 39 questions · 73 new lobbying returns

Questions asked 39 total

Children 11 questions
- 2026-01-13 Deputy Ruairí Ó Murchú asked the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality the number of children currently waiting for assessment of needs, by county, in tabular form; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [74021/25]
- 2026-01-13 Deputy Ruairí Ó Murchú asked the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality the progress on the recommendations from reports or reviews into Tusla’s handling of child cases (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [74023/25]
- 2026-01-13 Deputy Ruairí Ó Murchú asked the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality the engagement there has been with Tusla to staff unfilled positions in the agency; the work being done to recruit for these positions; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [74024/25]
- 2026-01-13 Deputy Ruairí Ó Murchú asked the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality the engagement there has been with the community and voluntary sector, which deals with referrals from Tusla, to expand capacity in that sector; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [74025/25]
- 2026-01-13 Deputy Ruairí Ó Murchú asked the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality the position regarding the implementation of the new model of care for complex family cases referred to Tusla; the timeline for the implementation of the new model; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [74026/25]
- 2026-01-13 Deputy Ruairí Ó Murchú asked the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality the interactions her Department has had with the Department of Justice, Home Affairs and Migration regarding the creation of an inter-agency response to complex family cases and complex behavioural issues with children in community and residential care; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [74027/25]
- 2026-01-13 Deputy Ruairí Ó Murchú asked the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality the direct engagement, which has taken place between her Department and survivors affected by the safeguarding failures identified in a report (details supplied) including when such engagement occurred; and the way in which survivors’ views were reflected in the State’s response; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [74061/25]
- 2026-01-13 Deputy Ruairí Ó Murchú asked the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality whether she accepts that survivors are central stakeholders in safeguarding and accountability processes, rather than peripheral to governance, audit, or compliance structures; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [74062/25]
- 2026-01-13 Deputy Ruairí Ó Murchú asked the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality the reason Departmental funding for the National Safeguarding Officer role recommended by a person (details supplied) to be independent has ended; and the way in which genuine independence is being safeguarded where that role is now retained directly by a service (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [74063/25]
- 2026-01-13 Deputy Ruairí Ó Murchú asked the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality whether she will commit to establishing a formal, survivor-centred engagement and accountability framework to apply where serious safeguarding failures occur in independent, voluntary, or charitable organisations involving children; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [74064/25]
- 2026-01-13 Deputy Ruairí Ó Murchú asked the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality whether she is concerned that emphasising the organisational independence of a service (details supplied) in the context of serious safeguarding failures involving children, risks signalling to survivors of child sexual abuse that the State does not stand with them; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [74065/25]
Defence 8 questions
- 2026-01-13 Deputy Ruairí Ó Murchú asked the Minister for Defence if the air corps will operate at night; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [74036/25]
- 2026-01-13 Deputy Ruairí Ó Murchú asked the Minister for Defence if Irish naval ships deploy drones; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [74037/25]
- 2026-01-13 Deputy Ruairí Ó Murchú asked the Minister for Defence in relation to the recent visit of President Zelenskyy, the location of Irish Navy vessels at sea during the visit; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [74038/25]
- 2026-01-13 Deputy Ruairí Ó Murchú asked the Minister for Defence in relation to the recent visit of President Zelenskyy, the time that the Defence Forces saw unknown drones referred to in media reports; when the last one was seen; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [74039/25]
- 2026-01-13 Deputy Ruairí Ó Murchú asked the Minister for Defence regarding the recent visit of President Zelenskyy if there were civilian craft in the area when the drones were sighted; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [74040/25]
- 2026-01-13 Deputy Ruairí Ó Murchú asked the Minister for Defence regarding the recent visit of President Zelenskyy, the options which were available during the visit for drone detection and blocking; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [74041/25]
- 2026-01-13 Deputy Ruairí Ó Murchú asked the Minister for Defence regarding the recent visit of President Zelenskyy, the Defence Forces’ helicopters, if any, which were used during the visit; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [74042/25]
- 2026-01-13 Deputy Ruairí Ó Murchú asked the Minister for Defence if the naval reserve launch is being used for harbour patrol; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [74043/25]
Health 4 questions
- 2026-01-13 Deputy Ruairí Ó Murchú asked the Minister for Health if consideration will be given to removing the need for a prescription for ostomy products; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [73899/25]
- 2026-01-13 Deputy Ruairí Ó Murchú asked the Minister for Health the position regarding the work being done to recruit more GPs; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [74032/25]
- 2026-01-13 Deputy Ruairí Ó Murchú asked the Minister for Health the engagement there has been with an organisation (details supplied) regarding the improved provision of dental services for medical card holders; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [74033/25]
- 2026-01-13 Deputy Ruairí Ó Murchú asked the Minister for Health the position regarding the appointment of a clinical specialist sonographer (ultrasound) to the Louth County Hospital, Dundalk; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [74034/25]
Further and Higher Education 3 questions
- 2026-01-13 Deputy Ruairí Ó Murchú asked the Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science in relation to the deferral of the proposed review of personal assistant services funded from the Fund for Students with Disabilities until the Demonstration Project has concluded, whether it is the Department’s view that the deferral will delay the WRC conciliation process currently underway; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [74046/25]
- 2026-01-13 Deputy Ruairí Ó Murchú asked the Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science the plans for examinations for craft apprentices, including electricians; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [74047/25]
- 2026-01-13 Deputy Ruairí Ó Murchú asked the Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science the way in which the recent funding issues between SOLAS and the ETBs have been resolved; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [74048/25]
Taoiseach 2 questions
- 2026-01-13 Deputy Ruairí Ó Murchú asked the Taoiseach when the Cabinet committee on EU and international affairs will next meet. [69322/25]
- 2026-01-13 Deputy Ruairí Ó Murchú asked the Taoiseach when the Cabinet committee on Government co-ordination will next meet. [69323/25]
Enterprise 2 questions
- 2026-01-13 Deputy Ruairí Ó Murchú asked the Minister for Enterprise, Tourism and Employment for an update on any plans his Department or State agencies under his aegis have to improve accessibility and disability-friendly domestic tourism; and if they have explored the possibility of a register of tourist attractions in terms of disability accessibility levels. [1847/26]
- 2026-01-13 Deputy Ruairí Ó Murchú asked the Minister for Enterprise, Tourism and Employment for an update on the capital investment strategy, and the new business and tourism initiatives that he has recently announced. [1846/26]
Foreign 2 questions
- 2026-01-13 Deputy Ruairí Ó Murchú asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade the engagement there has been with the European Union on progressing the Israeli settlements (prohibition of importation of goods) Bill 2025; the engagement there has been with the EU in relation to the inclusion of services in the Bill; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [74045/25]
- 2026-01-13 Deputy Ruairí Ó Murchú asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade if an EU citizen applying for an Irish-born child’s first time passport is required to provide a P60 or similar Revenue Commissioners documentation to prove residency before the birth of a child; if not, if documentation from social protection showing residency for the required period is, along with other documentation such as bank statements, sufficient; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [74864/25]
Social 2 questions
- 2026-01-15 Deputy Ruairí Ó Murchú asked the Minister for Social Protection the possible payment schemes available to older children or young adults that will enable them to stay in full time secondary education, who were never in care, but due to deaths or other circumstances do not have the financial support of parents, wider family or others; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2858/26]
- 2026-01-15 Deputy Ruairí Ó Murchú asked the Minister for Social Protection for an update on the auto-enrolment pension scheme and the issues that have arisen; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2859/26]
Transport 2 questions
- 2026-01-15 Deputy Ruairí Ó Murchú asked the Minister for Transport for an update on the N53 project in County Louth and the possible interim plans to address safety at the Crossmaglen turnoff on the road; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2855/26]
- 2026-01-15 Deputy Ruairí Ó Murchú asked the Minister for Transport for an update on the rail prioritisation strategy; the impact of not proceeding with the proposed new line between Clongriffin and Drogheda, which would have facilitated express services to Drogheda, Dundalk, Newry and Belfast; the plans to deal with the lack of car parking at rail stations on these routes, particularly with the loss of parking spaces at Clarke Station in Dundalk; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2856/26]
Education 1 question
- 2026-01-13 Deputy Ruairí Ó Murchú asked the Minister for Education and Youth the engagement on the removal of the need for an AON for children with additional needs to receive an appropriate school place; the timeline for the full implementation of this policy; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [74022/25]
Housing 1 question
- 2026-01-13 Deputy Ruairí Ó Murchú asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage his plans for the delivery of social and affordable housing in county Louth in 2026; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [74029/25]
Justice 1 question
- 2026-01-13 Deputy Ruairí Ó Murchú asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration the engagement there has been between his Department, the Department of Children, Disability and Equality, the Department of Education and Youth and the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage on providing an inter-agency response to the scourge of drugs; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [74031/25]

New lobbying 73 returns

Reduced Risk Products Association Company Limited · 2 returns Health
- The Reduced Risk Products Association issued written communications to Sinn Féin TDs and Senators outlining evidence on the role of vaping as a smoking cessation tool for adult smokers, and highlighting potential implications of proposed flavour restrictions for individuals who use vaping to quit or reduce smoking.
- The Reduced Risk Products Association issued written communications to selected members of the Oireachtas following statements made during a Dáil debate on vaping, providing factual information and evidence on vaping and nicotine products, including youth use, smoking cessation, flavours, and potential implications of proposed regulatory measures.
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The Irish Farmers' Association - IFA · 70 returns Finance · Energy and Natural Resources · Social Protection · Taxation · Heritage · Environment
- Measures to Support Farm Enterprises - Farm Forestry
- Pigs- Measures to Support Farm Enterprises
- Measures to Support Farm Enterprises - Poultry
- Organic Farm Scheme - Measures to Support Farm Enterprises
- Horticulture Land Rental Scheme
- IFA Budget 2026 Submission - Measures to Support Farm Enterprises - Seed Potato
- Measures to Support Farm Enterprises - Baling Assistance Payment
- Spent Mushroom Compost Scheme
- Automation in the Mushroom Sector
- The Scheme of Investment Aid for the Development of Commercial Horticulture
- Measures to Support Farm Enterprises - Horticulture (including Potatoes & Mushrooms)
- Protein Crop Supports
- IFA Budget 2026 Submission - Measures to support Farm Enterprises - Tillage
- Bluetongue/Foot & Mouth Disease Preparedness
- Herd Health Plans
- Measures to Support Farm Enterprises - Animal Health Ireland
- Fallen Animals
- Measures to Support Farm Enterprises - VAT on Vaccines
- IFA Budget 2026 Submission - Measures to Support Farm Enterprises - Regional Veterinary Labs
- Biosecurity
- IFA Budget 2026 Submission - Proposals for an Improved ACRES Scheme - Penalties
- Proposals for an Improved ACRES Scheme - General Actions
- IFA Budget 2026 Submission - Proposals for an Improved ACRES Scheme - Scoring
- IFA Budget 2026 Submission-Proposals for an Improved ACRES Scheme- Administration
- Proposals for an Improved ACRES Scheme - Engagement with Farmers
- Support Scheme for Renewable Heat (SSRH) - Energy From Farms
- IFA Budget 2026 Submission - Energy From Farms - Targeted Agricultural Modernisation Scheme (TAMS) for Renewable Energy
- IFA Budget 2026 Submission - Energy From Farms - Small-Scale Renewable Electricity Support Scheme (SRESS)
- Farmer Owned & Operated/ABP Type 9 Biogas Plant - Energy From Farms
- Planning & Infrastructure Challenges for Renewable Energy
- IFA Budget 2026 Submission - Energy From Farms
- Income Volatility Measures for All Agricultural Sectors
- IFA Budget 2026 Submission - Social Protection Measures - Cost of Employment
- Social Protection Measures - Agricultural Education & Youth Participation
- Social Protection Measures - State Pension Access & Equity
- Social Protection Measures - Class S PRSI Contributions
- Fair Deal & Older People in Rural Areas
- Farm Assist Scheme Reform
- VAT and Taxation on Farm Inputs
- Stock Relief - Agri Taxation
- Agri Taxation - Agricultural Relief
- Agricultural/Business Relief Capital Acquisition Tax (CAT) Values
- Succession Farm Partnership Tax Credit
- Agri Taxation - Stamp Duty on Agricultural Land
- IFA Budget 2026 Submission - Agri Taxation - Uisce Éireann's Non-Domestic Tariff Framework (NDTF) (Water Charges)
- Agri Taxation - Commercial Rates on Farm Buildings & Agricultural Land
- Cross Sector Support - LEADER
- IFA Budget 2026 Submission - Cross Sector Support - Farm Finance
- IFA Budget 2026 Submission - Cross Sector Support - Designated Area Payments
- Mountain Access Projects
- Greater Targeted Support for Hill Farmers
- Uplands Recreation Scheme
- Cross Sector Support - Farm Safety
- Measures to support Climate Action on Farm - Wildlife Control Programme Resources
- Measures to Support Farm Enterprises - TB
- Animal Health - Measures to Support Farm Enterprises
- Agri Taxation - Residential Zoned Land Tax (RZLT)
- Dog Control
- Measures to Support Farm Enterprises - Sheep
- Measures to Support Farm Enterprises - Suckler Cow and Beef
- Measures to Support Farm Enterprises - Knowledge Transfer Scheme
- IFA Budget 2026 Submission - Measures to Support Climate Action on Farm - Multi-Species Sward Scheme Including Red Clover
- Measures to Support Farm Enterprises - Deer Management
- IFA Budget 2026 Submission - Measures to Support Climate Action on Farm - Protein Crop Supports
- IFA Budget 2026 Submission - Cross Sector Support - Walks Scheme
- IFA Budget 2026 Submission Measures to Support Climate Action on Farm - Energy From Farms
- IFA Budget 2026 Submission - Measures to Support Climate Action on Farm
- Forgotten Farmer Scheme
- IFA Budget 2026 Submission - Farm Schemes - Targeted Agricultural Modernisation Scheme (TAMS)
- IFA Budget 2026 Submission - Farm Schemes - Areas of Natural Constraints (ANCs)