Mon, 16 Mar – 22 Mar 2026 · 4 TDs · 0 bills voted on · 78 questions · 0 new lobbying filings
George Lawlor — Labour Party
0 votes ·
70 questions ·
0 new lobbying returns
Questions asked70 total
Housing24 questions
2026-03-19Deputy George Lawlor asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the total budget allocated for social housing delivery in Galway City and County Galway in each of the past five years; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21113/26]
2026-03-19Deputy George Lawlor asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the number of new build social housing units commenced in Galway City and County Galway in each of the years 2024, 2025 and 2026 to date in 2026; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21114/26]
2026-03-19Deputy George Lawlor asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the number of new build social housing units completed in Galway City and County Galway in each of the past five years; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21115/26]
2026-03-19Deputy George Lawlor asked the Minister for Housing; Local Government and Heritage the number of households currently on the social housing waiting list in Galway City and County Galway; the average waiting time for allocation of a social housing unit in each; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21116/26]
2026-03-19Deputy George Lawlor asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the number of affordable housing units delivered in Galway City and County Galway in each of the past five years; the number currently planned or under construction; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21117/26]
2026-03-19Deputy George Lawlor asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the number of vacant and derelict residential properties recorded in Galway City and County Galway; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21118/26]
2026-03-19Deputy George Lawlor asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the number of projects in Galway City and County which have received funding under the Vacant Property Refurbishment Grant for each year since 2022; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21119/26]
2026-03-19Deputy George Lawlor asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the number of homes in Galway City and County Galway purchased under the tenant-in-situ scheme for each year since 2023; the allocations provided to Galway City Council and Galway County Council for the scheme for each year since 2023; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21121/26]
2026-03-19Deputy George Lawlor asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the amount of land zoned and serviced for residential development in Galway City and County Galway; the estimated housing capacity of such land; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21122/26]
2026-03-19Deputy George Lawlor asked the Minister for Housing; Local Government and Heritage the progress made in implementing Programme for Government commitments to introduce special development plans for Gaeltacht areas, including housing targets and planning guidelines applicable to Gaeltacht communities in Galway West; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21124/26]
2026-03-19Deputy George Lawlor asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the names of wastewater management projects in County Galway for which funding has been made available since 2020; the level of funding made available by Government to each project; the funding shortfall expected to be covered by local authorities in each case; the current status of each project; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21125/26]
2026-03-19Deputy George Lawlor asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage for an update on the position regarding a recommendation made by the Joint Oireachtas Committee on issues affecting the Travelling community (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21141/26]
2026-03-19Deputy George Lawlor asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage for an update on the position regarding a recommendation made by the Joint Oireachtas Committee on issues affecting the Travelling community (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21142/26]
2026-03-19Deputy George Lawlor asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage for an update on the position regarding a recommendation made by the Joint Oireachtas Committee on issues affecting the Travelling community (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21143/26]
2026-03-19Deputy George Lawlor asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage for an update on the position regarding a recommendation made by the Joint Oireachtas Committee on issues affecting the Travelling community (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21144/26]
2026-03-19Deputy George Lawlor asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage for an update on the position regarding a recommendation made by the Joint Oireachtas Committee on issues affecting the Travelling community (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21145/26]
2026-03-19Deputy George Lawlor asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage for an update on the position regarding a recommendation made by the Joint Oireachtas Committee on issues affecting the Travelling community (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21146/26]
2026-03-19Deputy George Lawlor asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage for an update on the position regarding a recommendation made by the Joint Oireachtas Committee on issues affecting the Travelling community (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21147/26]
2026-03-19Deputy George Lawlor asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage for an update on the position regarding a recommendation made by the Joint Oireachtas Committee on issues affecting the Travelling community (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21148/26]
2026-03-19Deputy George Lawlor asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage for an update on the position regarding a recommendation made by the Joint Oireachtas Committee on issues affecting the Travelling community (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21149/26]
2026-03-19Deputy George Lawlor asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage for an update on the position regarding a recommendation made by the Joint Oireachtas Committee on issues affecting the Travelling community (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21150/26]
2026-03-19Deputy George Lawlor asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage for an update regarding a recommendation made by the Joint Oireachtas Committee on issues affecting the Travelling community (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21151/26]
2026-03-19Deputy George Lawlor asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage for an update on the position regarding a recommendation made by the Joint Oireachtas Committee on issues affecting the Travelling community (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21152/26]
2026-03-19Deputy George Lawlor asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage for an update regarding a recommendation made by the Joint Oireachtas Committee on issues affecting the Travelling community (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21153/26]
Health13 questions
2026-03-19Deputy George Lawlor asked the Minister for Health the level of capital investment allocated to health facilities in Galway City and County in each of the past five years; the projects currently at planning, design and construction stages; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [21100/26]
2026-03-19Deputy George Lawlor asked the Minister for Health the number of complaints received by the HSE in relation to the physical condition or maintenance of buildings and facilities at University Hospital Galway in the past five years; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [21101/26]
2026-03-19Deputy George Lawlor asked the Minister for Health the number of complaints received by the Ombudsman in relation to patient experiences at Galway University Hospitals in the past five years; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [21102/26]
2026-03-19Deputy George Lawlor asked the Minister for Health when a planning application is expected to be submitted for the proposed elective hospital at Merlin Park, Galway; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [21103/26]
2026-03-19Deputy George Lawlor asked the Minister for Health to outline the current scope of the proposed development at Merlin Park University Hospital, including whether the proposed development will include a full elective hospital or an elective care centre; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [21104/26]
2026-03-19Deputy George Lawlor asked the Minister for Health to detail the number of beds that are planned for in the proposed development at Merlin Park University Hospital; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [21105/26]
2026-03-19Deputy George Lawlor asked the Minister for Health the expected reduction in waiting lists for elective procedures at Galway University Hospitals arising from the proposed development at Merlin Park University Hospital; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [21106/26]
2026-03-19Deputy George Lawlor asked the Minister for Health the number of primary care centres currently operating in Galway City and County Galway ; the services provided in each centre; and the plans for additional primary care facilities in the constituency; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [21107/26]
2026-03-19Deputy George Lawlor asked the Minister for Health the level of funding allocated to mental health services in Galway City and County in each of the past five years; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [21108/26]
2026-03-19Deputy George Lawlor asked the Minister for Health to detail, the staffing levels across CAMHS teams in Galway City and County over each of the past five years, in tabular form; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [21109/26]
2026-03-19Deputy George Lawlor asked the Minister for Health the staffing levels across HSE adult mental health services in Galway City and County over each of the past five years, in tabular form; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [21110/26]
2026-03-19Deputy George Lawlor asked the Minister for Health the measures being taken to address persistent overcrowding at University Hospital Galway; the number of patients treated on trolleys at the hospital in each of the past three years; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [21111/26]
2026-03-19Deputy George Lawlor asked the Minister for Health the progress made on Programme for Government commitments relating to health infrastructure in Galway, including the proposed new elective hospital, expansion of trauma services, and establishment of a surgical hub; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [21112/26]
Education8 questions
2026-03-18Deputy George Lawlor asked the Minister for Education and Youth if her attention has been drawn to the acute lack of ASD unit places for children attending schools in County Wexford, and in the south east generally; the steps she intends to take to address this urgent need; if she will takes steps to ensure that a suitable place is found for a child (details supplied) who has been unable to find a placement for the next school year; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [18527/26]
2026-03-18Deputy George Lawlor asked the Minister for Education and Youth if she is aware of the acute lack of ASD unit places for children attending primary schools in County Wexford; the steps she plans to take to address this urgent need; if she will ensure that a suitable place is found for a child (details supplied) who has been unable to find a placement for the next school year; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [18834/26]
2026-03-18Deputy George Lawlor asked the Minister for Education and Youth if she is aware of the acute lack of ASD unit places for children attending schools in County Wexford and in the south east generally; the steps she will take to ensure that a suitable place is found for a child (details supplied), who has been unable to find a placement for the next school year; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [19407/26]
2026-03-18Deputy George Lawlor asked the Minister for Education and Youth to clarify her Department's current policy regarding the provision of modular accommodation for special classes; the reason schools that have exhausted existing internal capacity, but possess adequate external grounds, are being refused modular builds to open necessary ASD classes; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [20755/26]
2026-03-18Deputy George Lawlor asked the Minister for Education and Youth the number of primary and post-primary schools in County Wexford that have expressed a willingness to open a special class but have been unable to do so due to the Department's refusal or delay in sanctioning modular accommodation in the past 24 months; the steps being taken to urgently address this specific bottleneck; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [20756/26]
2026-03-18Deputy George Lawlor asked the Minister for Education and Youth the way her Department justifies children and teenagers with additional needs being forced to travel outside their local communities for education when local schools are willing to accommodate them but are denied modular building approval; the way in which this aligns with the Government's commitments to inclusive education; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [20757/26]
2026-03-19Deputy George Lawlor asked the Minister for Education and Youth the number of teachers currently employed in primary and post-primary schools in Galway City and County; the number of teaching vacancies currently unfilled; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [21098/26]
2026-03-19Deputy George Lawlor asked the Minister for Education and Youth the total capital investment allocated to school building projects in Galway City and County for each year since 2020; the projects currently at planning, design and construction stages; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [21099/26]
Children8 questions
2026-03-19Deputy George Lawlor asked the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality the number of families in Galway City and County currently benefitting from subsidies under the National Childcare Scheme; the total value of such subsidies; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [21090/26]
2026-03-19Deputy George Lawlor asked the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality the number of early learning and childcare settings that have received capital funding from her Department since 2020; the value of such funding; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [21091/26]
2026-03-19Deputy George Lawlor asked the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality the current number of registered early learning and childcare places available in Galway City, and County Galway; the number of children currently on waiting lists for such places; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [21092/26]
2026-03-19Deputy George Lawlor asked the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality the staff turnover rate in early learning and care services in each local authority area for each of the past five years; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [21093/26]
2026-03-19Deputy George Lawlor asked the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality the number of staff currently employed in early learning and childcare settings in Galway City and County Galway; the measures being taken to address workforce shortages in the sector locally; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [21094/26]
2026-03-19Deputy George Lawlor asked the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality the number of registered early learning and childcare settings currently operating in Galway City and County Galway; the number that have opened and closed in the past five years; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [21095/26]
2026-03-19Deputy George Lawlor asked the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality the number of early learning and childcare providers in Galway City and County Galway participating in the core funding scheme; the total funding allocated to these providers in each of the past three years; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [21096/26]
2026-03-19Deputy George Lawlor asked the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality the number of early learning and childcare settings in Galway City and County that have withdrawn from the core funding scheme in each of the last three years; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [21097/26]
Transport6 questions
2026-03-18Deputy George Lawlor asked the Minister for Transport the status of the National Safety Camera Strategy; when it will be published; the number of average-speed camera zones planned for deployment; on which road classifications they will be located; the projected timeline for full operational deployment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18526/26]
2026-03-19Deputy George Lawlor asked the Minister for Transport the progress made in implementing BusConnects Galway; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21133/26]
2026-03-19Deputy George Lawlor asked the Minister for Transport whether consideration has been given to the development of a light rail or Luas-style system in Galway; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21134/26]
2026-03-19Deputy George Lawlor asked the Minister for Transport the current frequency and capacity of rail services serving Galway; the plans to improve rail connectivity in the region; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21135/26]
2026-03-19Deputy George Lawlor asked the Minister for Transport the measures being taken to address traffic congestion in Galway city and surrounding areas; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21136/26]
2026-03-19Deputy George Lawlor asked the Minister for Transport the number of Local Link bus routes operating in County Galway; the passenger numbers on these services; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21137/26]
Rural5 questions
2026-03-19Deputy George Lawlor asked the Minister for Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht the total funding allocated to projects in County Galway under the town and village renewal scheme in each of the past five years; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21128/26]
2026-03-19Deputy George Lawlor asked the Minister for Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht the funding allocated to the local improvement scheme in County Galway in each of the past five years; the number of roads improved under the scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21129/26]
2026-03-19Deputy George Lawlor asked the Minister for Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht the funding allocated to projects in County Galway under the CLÁR programme in each of the past five years; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21130/26]
2026-03-19Deputy George Lawlor asked the Minister for Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht the number of remote working hubs supported under the National Hubs Programme in Galway City and County; the level of funding allocated to these hubs; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21131/26]
2026-03-19Deputy George Lawlor asked the Minister for Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht the number of projects in County Galway supported under the Community Centre Investment Fund; the level of funding allocated to each; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21132/26]
Public Expenditure2 questions
2026-03-19Deputy George Lawlor asked the Minister for Public Expenditure, Infrastructure, Public Service Reform and Digitalisation the capital projects undertaken by the Office of Public Works in Galway City and County in each of the past five years; the cost of each project; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21138/26]
2026-03-19Deputy George Lawlor asked the Minister for Public Expenditure, Infrastructure, Public Service Reform and Digitalisation the status of flood relief schemes being delivered in Galway City and County by the Office of Public Works; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21139/26]
Enterprise2 questions
2026-03-19Deputy George Lawlor asked the Minister for Enterprise, Tourism and Employment the number of residential properties in Galway City and County currently registered for short-term letting; the proportion of housing stock represented by such properties; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21123/26]
2026-03-19Deputy George Lawlor asked the Minister for Enterprise, Tourism and Employment if he will facilitate it moving to third stage of the Pension Entitlements for Retired Workers Bill 2021, in order to address the serious shortfalls the Bill identifies in the rights of retired workers (details supplied); if he will clarify the proposals, in the absence of supporting this Bills progress, he and the Government have to address these issues; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21190/26]
Finance1 question
2026-03-19Deputy George Lawlor asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance the number of residential properties in Galway City and County which have been purchased while being subject to the 10% and 15% stamp duty rates for multiple purchases of ten or more housing units for each year since 2021, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21120/26]
Justice1 question
2026-03-19Deputy George Lawlor asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration the number of recorded crime incidents, by category, in Galway Garda Division, for each year since 2020 in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21140/26]
James Browne — Fianna Fáil
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0 questions ·
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Quiet week — no questions filed or new lobbying returns.
Johnny Mythen — Sinn Féin
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Questions asked8 total
Health3 questions
2026-03-18Deputy Johnny Mythen asked the Minister for Health if a regular scheduled rota for out of hours pharmacy service in Enniscorthy will be provided (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [19045/26]
2026-03-19Deputy Johnny Mythen asked the Minister for Health the number of people in the County Wexford area awaiting paediatric and juvenile primary care psychology; the number waiting over six months, 12 months and two years; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [21274/26]
2026-03-19Deputy Johnny Mythen asked the Minister for Health the services available to newborns and infants from public health nurses in each district in County Wexford; the steps being taken to increase public health nurses in the area; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [21275/26]
Public Expenditure1 question
2026-03-18Deputy Johnny Mythen asked the Minister for Public Expenditure, Infrastructure, Public Service Reform and Digitalisation the current position on the installation of the interim flood measures for Enniscorthy; when will they be finalised; the date they will be in situ; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19092/26]
Transport1 question
2026-03-19Deputy Johnny Mythen asked the Minister for Transport if there are any plans to add additional carriage capacity on trains operating between Rosslare and Dublin, especially at peak times, considering the huge growth in passenger requirements; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21276/26]
Education1 question
2026-03-19Deputy Johnny Mythen asked the Minister for Education and Youth the position regarding the schools that were awarded funding through the 2026 summer works programme in County Wexford; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [21277/26]
Housing1 question
2026-03-19Deputy Johnny Mythen asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage if there are plans to review or increase the income eligibility thresholds for social housing support administered by Wexford County Council; the housing options available for households, particularly working couples, whose incomes are marginally above the social housing threshold but cannot afford private rental accommodation and may be at risk of homelessness; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21272/26]
Justice1 question
2026-03-19Deputy Johnny Mythen asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration the total number of criminal investigations opened under the Harassment, Harmful Communications and Related Offences Act 2020 including offence name in each of the years 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 and to date in 2026 in County Wexford; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21273/26]