Dublin Bay North — week of Mon, 2 Feb

What your Dublin Bay North TDs did this week

Mon, 2 Feb – 8 Feb 2026 · 5 TDs · 1 bill voted on · 68 questions · 0 new lobbying filings

Votes this week

An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business

2026-02-04 · 1 vote

The week's Dáil business schedule · motion passed 79–63

Voted for 3 Barry Heneghan · Naoise Ó Muirí · Tom Brabazon

Voted against 2 Cian O'Callaghan · Denise Mitchell

Barry Heneghan — Independent 1 vote · 46 questions · 0 new lobbying returns

Questions asked 46 total

Transport 9 questions
- 2026-02-04 Deputy Barry Heneghan asked the Minister for Transport whether he is aware of concerns regarding potential DART service disruptions on the northside during the North City Arterial Main works from mid-February 2026; whether his Department or the National Transport Authority has considered the cumulative transport impacts of these works, including any planned DART line closures, service reductions or weekend shutdowns, on areas including Bayside, Clontarf and Howth Road; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7392/26]
- 2026-02-04 Deputy Barry Heneghan asked the Minister for Transport the timeline for the introduction of contactless bank card payments across public transport services currently operating under the Leap Card system; the stages of implementation planned; the reasons for the length of time required to deliver this upgrade; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7393/26]
- 2026-02-04 Deputy Barry Heneghan asked the Minister for Transport if he is aware of the lack of direct public bus services serving the Clonshaugh Road area of Dublin Bay North, including the withdrawal of previous routes that once entered the estate; the assessment his Department or the National Transport Authority has made of the impact this has on residents, particularly older people, families and those attending hospital appointments; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8114/26]
- 2026-02-04 Deputy Barry Heneghan asked the Minister for Transport if he will provide an update on a bus route (details supplied), including the original planned commencement timeline; the reasons for its delay; the current projected start date, the steps which are being taken to prioritise its delivery; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8115/26]
- 2026-02-04 Deputy Barry Heneghan asked the Minister for Transport if he considers the current bus provision serving Clonshaugh and Moatview to be adequate, given persistent overcrowding and the frequent non appearance of a route (details supplied); the action which is being taken by his Department or the National Transport Authority to address reliability on this route; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8116/26]
- 2026-02-04 Deputy Barry Heneghan asked the Minister for Transport whether his Department or the National Transport Authority has considered extending existing bus routes including a route (details supplied), either as an interim or permanent measure, to address the lack of direct public transport in the area; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8117/26]
- 2026-02-04 Deputy Barry Heneghan asked the Minister for Transport the regulatory and oversight arrangements in place for the issuing of International driving permits in Ireland; whether his Department has received complaints regarding delays, turnaround times or a lack of transparency in the processing of applications; the engagement, his Department has had with the issuing authority regarding service standards and communication with applicants; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8118/26]
- 2026-02-05 Deputy Barry Heneghan asked the Minister for Transport whether his Department has examined differences between the reporting procedures available to Irish registered flight crews when operating in United States airspace and those applicable when operating in Irish airspace, in respect of anomalous aerial observations; whether he considers existing Irish procedures to be sufficiently clear and accessible; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8937/26]
- 2026-02-05 Deputy Barry Heneghan asked the Minister for Transport in the context of proposals to increase passenger numbers at Dublin Airport, the assessment that has been carried out of whether current safety of flight reporting procedures for anomalous aerial observations meet international best practice standards; whether any gaps have been identified; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8938/26]
Housing 7 questions
- 2026-02-04 Deputy Barry Heneghan asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage whether an assessment was undertaken of the practical impact of section 85(1)(c)-(d ) of the Planning and Development Act 2024 on the delivery of grid connections and other long linear infrastructure projects; and if so, to provide the findings of that assessment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8588/26]
- 2026-02-04 Deputy Barry Heneghan asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage how applicants are expected to demonstrate existing statutory or compulsory purchase powers at planning application stage, given that such powers are typically only conferred after the granting of planning permission; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8589/26]
- 2026-02-04 Deputy Barry Heneghan asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage whether he accepts that section 85(1) ) of the Planning and Development Act 2024 has the effect of limiting eligibility to apply for permission to statutory utilities, thereby excluding private developers; and if so, the measures that are proposed to prevent adverse impacts on competition and renewable delivery; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8590/26]
- 2026-02-04 Deputy Barry Heneghan asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage to confirm the intended commencement date for section 85(1) of the Planning and Development Act 2024; and whether commencement will be deferred pending clarification or amendment of the relevant provisions; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8591/26]
- 2026-02-04 Deputy Barry Heneghan asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage whether his Department has received proposals from industry to amend section 85(1)(c)-(d ) of the Planning and Development Act 2024 to include applicants who would be eligible to apply for statutory powers following the granting of permission; and if so, the current status of consideration of those proposals; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8592/26]
- 2026-02-04 Deputy Barry Heneghan asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage whether he accepts that legislative provisions which require certainty of land access or statutory powers prior to the granting of planning permission risk creating legal and delivery deadlock for strategic infrastructure projects; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8595/26]
- 2026-02-04 Deputy Barry Heneghan asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage whether he will examine the introduction of targeted incentives to support small scale landlords to remain in the rental market; and whether he will engage with the Minister for Finance on options to reduce the financial pressures contributing to landlord exit; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8598/26]
Finance 6 questions
- 2026-02-04 Deputy Barry Heneghan asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance whether tenants in cost rental accommodation are eligible to claim the rent tax credit; if not, the basis for their exclusion; if such tenants remain eligible to claim income tax relief on qualifying medical expenses; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7395/26]
- 2026-02-04 Deputy Barry Heneghan asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance if he will examine the impact of the current exit tax on investment funds on ordinary savers and those attempting to plan for retirement; whether he will consider reducing this rate in order to better support long term personal investment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8581/26]
- 2026-02-04 Deputy Barry Heneghan asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance if he will review the operation of the eight-year deemed disposal rule which triggers tax on unrealised gains, including its impact on long term investing and retirement planning; and whether he will consider abolishing this rule; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8582/26]
- 2026-02-04 Deputy Barry Heneghan asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance if he has examined the absence of any tax advantaged investment account for small scale investors in Ireland; and whether he will consider introducing a scheme similar to the UK individual savings account to support ordinary people in building long term financial security; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8583/26]
- 2026-02-04 Deputy Barry Heneghan asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance whether he accepts that the current tax treatment of investments disproportionately benefits the very wealthy while discouraging ordinary workers from building savings outside of pensions; and the measures he intends to bring forward to address this imbalance; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8584/26]
- 2026-02-04 Deputy Barry Heneghan asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance whether he will examine the current tax treatment of rental income for small scale landlords; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9231/26]
Justice 4 questions
- 2026-02-04 Deputy Barry Heneghan asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration the powers currently available to An Garda Síochána to seize scrambler bikes and quad bikes being used illegally in public places; the number of such vehicles seized in each of the past three years; whether he is satisfied that existing powers are sufficient; what legislative or operational measures are under consideration to address this activity; the youth diversion or community based prevention programmes in place in affected areas; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7396/26]
- 2026-02-05 Deputy Barry Heneghan asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration whether he has examined the use of discretionary house rules by apartment management companies, particularly in relation to pet ownership, where such rules indicate that permissions may be granted on a case by case basis but are applied in practice as blanket prohibitions; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8942/26]
- 2026-02-05 Deputy Barry Heneghan asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration whether his Department has considered the need for clearer policy or legislative guidance to ensure that house rules in managed apartment developments are applied transparently and in accordance with their stated terms, including where discretionary decision making is provided for; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8943/26]
- 2026-02-05 Deputy Barry Heneghan asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration whether, in the context of increasing numbers of people living long term in apartment accommodation, he has assessed whether current regulatory frameworks provide sufficient clarity and accountability in relation to decisions made by apartment management companies that materially affect quality of life for renters; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8944/26]
Children 4 questions
- 2026-02-05 Deputy Barry Heneghan asked the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality to provide an update on the safeguarding measures currently in place for adults living in residential disability services; the way in which compliance with safeguarding standards is monitored; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [8996/26]
- 2026-02-05 Deputy Barry Heneghan asked the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality the number of new residential places provided by a service (details supplied) over each of the past five years, and within the northside of Dublin, and the number planned for 2026, in tabular form; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [8997/26]
- 2026-02-05 Deputy Barry Heneghan asked the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality the level of HSE funding allocated to a service (details supplied) under the HSE Service Plan for 2026; the way in which this compares with funding allocations in previous years; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [8998/26]
- 2026-02-05 Deputy Barry Heneghan asked the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality the residential services currently available for adults with severe intellectual and physical disabilities who are unable to live independently in their community; the additional provision planned; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [8999/26]
Health 3 questions
- 2026-02-04 Deputy Barry Heneghan asked the Minister for Health to outline who is conducting the current review of the HSE's 2017 position paper on wind turbines and public health; the terms of reference governing this review; the expertise represented on the review group, including public health and environmental noise specialists; and when these details will be published, in order to support public confidence and planning certainty for renewable energy infrastructure; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [8585/26]
- 2026-02-04 Deputy Barry Heneghan asked the Minister for Health what arrangements are in place to ensure that the HSE review of its 2017 position paper on wind turbines is conducted independently, transparently and in accordance with best practice in public health assessment; and whether there will be an opportunity for relevant stakeholders, including communities and planning authorities, to make submissions on implementation issues, while safeguarding the scientific integrity of the evidence review; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [8586/26]
- 2026-02-04 Deputy Barry Heneghan asked the Minister for Health whether the HSE review of its 2017 position paper on wind turbines will be explicitly required to assess the most up-to-date peer-reviewed scientific evidence and the latest WHO environmental noise guidelines; and whether she will publish confirmation of the evidentiary standards being applied, in order to provide long-term regulatory certainty and facilitate the timely delivery of renewable energy projects; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [8587/26]
Taoiseach 2 questions
- 2026-02-04 Deputy Barry Heneghan asked the Taoiseach his assessment and response to the NESC report, 'Connecting People to the Energy Transition'. [4040/26]
- 2026-02-04 Deputy Barry Heneghan asked the Taoiseach when the Cabinet Committee on Health will next meet. [4041/26]
Defence 2 questions
- 2026-02-04 Deputy Barry Heneghan asked the Minister for Defence when the aircraft maintenance technician scheme will be launched for the next intake; if she will consider aligning the timing of future competitions with the CAO and Leaving Certificate cycle in order that prospective applicants can make informed career choices at an earlier stage; whether she has assessed the impact of late competition timelines on recruitment outcomes for the scheme; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [7609/26]
- 2026-02-04 Deputy Barry Heneghan asked the Minister for Defence whether she will publish a forward schedule for remaining Defence Forces competitions, similar to the CAO model, to allow prospective applicants to plan their careers in advance; the timelines and terms and conditions for the 2027 intakes no later than 30 September 2026; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [7610/26]
Enterprise 2 questions
- 2026-02-04 Deputy Barry Heneghan asked the Minister for Enterprise, Tourism and Employment if he is aware of complaints regarding the advertising and promotion of international driving permit services, including advertised turnaround times that may not reflect actual delivery; whether such practices fall within the remit of consumer protection legislation; the role the CCPC has in examining these matters; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8119/26]
- 2026-02-04 Deputy Barry Heneghan asked the Minister for Enterprise, Tourism and Employment if he is aware of reports of discrepancies between shelf prices and prices charged at tills in the grocery retail sector, including in (details supplied); the engagement his Department or the CCPC has had with retailers on this issue; the enforcement or compliance measures that are available under consumer protection legislation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8597/26]
Education 2 questions
- 2026-02-04 Deputy Barry Heneghan asked the Minister for Education and Youth whether IQ tests are mandatory or routinely required in secondary schools; the circumstances in which such assessments may be used; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [7391/26]
- 2026-02-04 Deputy Barry Heneghan asked the Minister for Education and Youth the plans in place to expand ASD special class provision at post-primary level in an area (details supplied); the current assessment by her Department and the NCSE regarding unmet need for ASD class places for girls in this area; the steps being taken to ensure that schools are supported to open ASD classes; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [8120/26]
Foreign 2 questions
- 2026-02-05 Deputy Barry Heneghan asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade to outline the specific actions Ireland is currently taking in response to the significant expansion of Israeli settlements in the West Bank, including at EU and United Nations level; the way in which Ireland is raising concerns regarding breaches of international humanitarian law and the impact of settlement expansion on the viability of a two state solution; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [8756/26]
- 2026-02-05 Deputy Barry Heneghan asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade to outline Ireland’s current diplomatic, political and economic engagement with the United States; the way in which Ireland is advancing its foreign policy priorities and values within that relationship, including on international law and conflict prevention; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [8757/26]
Climate 1 question
- 2026-02-04 Deputy Barry Heneghan asked the Minister for Climate, Energy and the Environment the number of statutory instruments intended to transpose remaining elements of RED III; the anticipated publication and commencement timelines; and whether draft regulations will be made available to stakeholders in advance; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8593/26]
Culture 1 question
- 2026-02-04 Deputy Barry Heneghan asked the Minister for Culture, Communications and Sport the current status of agreed pension increases for retired An Post employees, including former postmen; whether these increases have been approved and implemented; the steps that are outstanding before payments issue; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7397/26]
Rural 1 question
- 2026-02-05 D'fhiafraigh Deputy Barry Heneghan den Minister for Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht an bhfuil sé sásta an maoiniú cuí a chur ar fáil d’Údarás na Gaeltachta chun rannóg tithíochta a chur ar bun san Údarás le comhordú a dhéanamh ar straitéis chun dul i ngleic leis an éigeandáil tithíochta Gaeltachta, comhordú a dhéanamh ar thógáil tithíochta ag na húdaráis áitiúla agus ag na comhlachtaí tithíochta ceadaithe agus pleanáil go straitéiseach don líon tithe breise atá ag teastáil chun inmharthanacht na Gaeltachta a chinntiú. [8725/26]

Cian O'Callaghan — Social Democrats 1 vote · 5 questions · 0 new lobbying returns

Questions asked 5 total

Taoiseach 1 question
- 2026-02-04 Deputy Cian O'Callaghan asked the Taoiseach for an update on the programme for Government. [6067/26]
Transport 1 question
- 2026-02-04 Deputy Cian O'Callaghan asked the Minister for Transport if he is aware of reports that some CIÉ pensioners are surviving on €8 thousand a year as they have not received a pension increase in over eighteen years (details supplied); the most recent work his Department has carried out to progress these agreed pension increases for CIÉ pensioners; when will these agreed pension increases be paid; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7810/26]
Education 1 question
- 2026-02-04 Deputy Cian O'Callaghan asked the Minister for Education and Youth when the National Council for Special Education will be permitted to issue letters of eligibility again; her views on a case (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [7549/26]
Culture 1 question
- 2026-02-04 Deputy Cian O'Callaghan asked the Minister for Culture, Communications and Sport the reason for the delay in authorising the agreed pension increases for An Post pensioners; when his Department will authorise these agreed pension increases; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7809/26]
Housing 1 question
- 2026-02-05 Deputy Cian O'Callaghan asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage if he has any plans to protect pet ownership in private rental accommodation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8925/26]

Denise Mitchell — Sinn Féin 1 vote · 2 questions · 0 new lobbying returns

Questions asked 2 total

Education 1 question
- 2026-02-04 Deputy Denise Mitchell asked the Minister for Education and Youth if she will ensure that a child (details supplied) who is currently attending a local primary school has a place in a special needs class for September 2026; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [8438/26]
Housing 1 question
- 2026-02-04 Deputy Denise Mitchell asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage for an update on the commitment in the Housing Action Plan to update the code of practice for local authority nominations to AHBs to require that local authority and AHB tenants are not precluded from living with domestic pets; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8656/26]

Naoise Ó Muirí — Fine Gael 1 vote · 9 questions · 0 new lobbying returns

Questions asked 9 total

Housing 3 questions
- 2026-02-04 Deputy Naoise Ó Muirí asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the basis on which Uisce Éireann requires a minimum of 25 houses before considering a new public water connection or network extension; if he has assessed the impact of the 25 house requirement on rural housing delivery; if there are any plans for his Department to review this requirement, with a view to introducing flexibility for rural communities; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8550/26]
- 2026-02-04 Deputy Naoise Ó Muirí asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage if he is aware of a matter concerning a water connection (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8551/26]
- 2026-02-04 Deputy Naoise Ó Muirí asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage if he will request Uisce Éireann to review the 25-house threshold for a new public water connection or network extension, with a view to introducing exemptions for rural and Gaeltacht communities; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8552/26]
Justice 2 questions
- 2026-02-04 Deputy Naoise Ó Muirí asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration the number of Gardaí assigned to County Mayo in each year since the introduction of the new Garda operating model; the number of new recruits allocated to Mayo in each of those years; the current total Garda strength in the county; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7914/26]
- 2026-02-04 Deputy Naoise Ó Muirí asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration the number of Garda recruits assigned to County Mayo in each of the five years prior to the introduction of the new Garda operating model; the way this compares on a per capita basis nationally; the comparative change in annual recruitment levels before and after the model’s implementation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7915/26]
Rural 2 questions
- 2026-02-05 Deputy Naoise Ó Muirí asked the Minister for Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht if he will outline the importance of the Action Plan for Irish Language Public Services 2026-2028; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8719/26]
- 2026-02-05 Deputy Naoise Ó Muirí asked the Minister for Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht if he will outline the delivery of the new Local Enhancement Programme for organisations in north Dublin; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8720/26]
Foreign 2 questions
- 2026-02-05 Deputy Naoise Ó Muirí asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade if she will provide an update on the Shared Island Civic Society Fund; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [8722/26]
- 2026-02-05 Deputy Naoise Ó Muirí asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade if she will report on her recent meeting of the Government’s trade forum; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [8721/26]

Tom Brabazon — Fianna Fáil 1 vote · 6 questions · 0 new lobbying returns

Questions asked 6 total

Transport 2 questions
- 2026-02-04 Deputy Tom Brabazon asked the Minister for Transport when cameras to capture motorists breaking red lights will be introduced. [7913/26]
- 2026-02-05 Deputy Tom Brabazon asked the Minister for Transport his plans to set up a taskforce to deal with outstanding issues regarding aviation industry pensions; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8814/26]
Education 2 questions
- 2026-02-04 Deputy Tom Brabazon asked the Minister for Education and Youth if she is aware of issues with the NCSE's parent notify process and the delays it is causing for children in accessing a special class. [7821/26]
- 2026-02-04 Deputy Tom Brabazon asked the Minister for Education and Youth when she expects NCSE senior management to issue a directive to SENO for families known post 1 October who have updated reports. [7921/26]
Housing 1 question
- 2026-02-04 Deputy Tom Brabazon asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage when his Department will approve funding for a project (details supplied). [7443/26]
Health 1 question
- 2026-02-04 Deputy Tom Brabazon asked the Minister for Health if a data-sharing agreement between the HSE and An Garda Síochána is in place; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [8567/26]