Mon, 16 Mar – 22 Mar 2026 · 5 TDs · 0 bills voted on · 45 questions · 25 new lobbying filings
Edward Timmins — Fine Gael
0 votes ·
0 questions ·
0 new lobbying returns
Quiet week — no questions filed or new lobbying returns.
Jennifer Whitmore — Social Democrats
0 votes ·
12 questions ·
0 new lobbying returns
Questions asked12 total
Culture5 questions
2026-03-18Deputy Jennifer Whitmore asked the Minister for Culture, Communications and Sport the funding for GAA clubs that has been withheld for facilities since June 2024 due to clubs not guaranteeing equal access for ladies' teams, considering the former Junior Minister's June 2024 statement to the media that the GAA will receive zero funding for facilities if equal access if not guaranteed; if this is still the position of his Department; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20444/26]
2026-03-18Deputy Jennifer Whitmore asked the Minister for Culture, Communications and Sport the number of postal agencies using mini-riposte machines across the country; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20445/26]
2026-03-18Deputy Jennifer Whitmore asked the Minister for Culture, Communications and Sport the number of postal agencies that have closed due to being unable to replace their mini-riposte machine in the past two years, by county, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20446/26]
2026-03-18Deputy Jennifer Whitmore asked the Minister for Culture, Communications and Sport if there are plans to replace the mini-riposte machines, used by postal agencies, considering that they are not compatible with fibre connections; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20447/26]
2026-03-18Deputy Jennifer Whitmore asked the Minister for Culture, Communications and Sport his advice to postal agencies that can no longer use their mini-riposte machines to provide social welfare payments; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20448/26]
Agriculture4 questions
2026-03-19Deputy Jennifer Whitmore asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine if he will consider fast-tracking the granting of powers of compellability to the Agri-Food Regulator; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20579/26]
2026-03-19Deputy Jennifer Whitmore asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine the action his Department is taking to support the establishment of commercial vegetable growing businesses in Ireland, considering that we had up to 600 in the 1990's and there are now less than 100 nationwide with the announcement of liquidation by a company (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20582/26]
2026-03-19Deputy Jennifer Whitmore asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine the steps his Department is taking to ensure that large grocery retailers fully comply with the new compellability powers that will be granted to the Agri-Food Regulator in 2026; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20580/26]
2026-03-19Deputy Jennifer Whitmore asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine the meetings he has had regarding grocery price hikes since the outbreak of war in the Middle East; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20581/26]
Climate2 questions
2026-03-18Deputy Jennifer Whitmore asked the Minister for Climate, Energy and the Environment if he will consider amending section 61 of the Environmental Protection Agency Act 1992 to require that all licensed discharge points, under both section 4 authorisations and EPA industrial and emissions licences, be equipped with standard 24/7 remote water-quality monitoring devices, installed above, at and below each discharge point; and that all data from these devices be transmitted in real time to a central open Government database, noting the EPA’s limited routine deployment of such technology, the need for independent continuous monitoring rather than intermittent self-reporting, and the potential for a nationwide real-time monitoring network to be delivered at minimal cost to the State; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20440/26]
2026-03-18Deputy Jennifer Whitmore asked the Minister for Climate, Energy and the Environment to provide details of the fuel reserves held by Ireland; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20442/26]
Education1 question
2026-03-18Deputy Jennifer Whitmore asked the Minister for Education and Youth the number of times she and her predecessor, and their respective officials have met with tech companies since January 2025, particularly in relation to artificial intelligence; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [20443/26]
John Brady — Sinn Féin
0 votes ·
33 questions ·
0 new lobbying returns
Questions asked33 total
Health6 questions
2026-03-18Deputy John Brady asked the Minister for Health for an update on the application for reimbursement for the drug Skyclarys (omaveloxalone); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [18485/26]
2026-03-18Deputy John Brady asked the Minister for Health if there has been a change to the long-established practice of offering permanent National Ambulance Service positions to paramedics who successfully complete training; the support that is available for those impacted by this change of practice; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [18525/26]
2026-03-18Deputy John Brady asked the Minister for Health if her Department will consider introducing a cap under the fair deal scheme on charges applied to leased land and land transferred within five years of application, as applicants are currently liable for monthly payments for the full duration of their stay in a nursing home; given that a three-year cap applies to the principal private residence under the scheme, if she will consider implementing a similar cap for leased land or land transferred within five years of application; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [18545/26]
2026-03-18Deputy John Brady asked the Minister for Health the number of people on pain management waiting lists for each hospital in the State, for one, two, three, four and five years respectively (in tabular form); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [18975/26]
2026-03-18Deputy John Brady asked the Minister for Health if people on the pain management waiting lists qualify for the National Treatment Purchase Fund; if so to provide details on the way they can access it; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [18976/26]
2026-03-18Deputy John Brady asked the Minister for Health if her Department or any body under its aegis made a disclosure under Revenue's recent disclosure opportunity to regularise misclassification of self-employment; if so, to provide details of the numbers of workers affected and the amount paid to Revenue; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [19499/26]
Education4 questions
2026-03-18Deputy John Brady asked the Minister for Education and Youth for a comprehensive list of all schools in Wicklow that are either currently undergoing renovations, awaiting extensions or awaiting new buildings; the stage of the approval process they are currently at; the status of the works in each school; when works are scheduled to be complete; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [19038/26]
2026-03-18Deputy John Brady asked the Minister for Education and Youth the number of schools in Wicklow have applied for additional special school classes or places; the total number requested by school; whether these applications have been successful or unsuccessful, in tabular form; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [19039/26]
2026-03-18Deputy John Brady asked the Minister for Education and Youth for a full breakdown by county, of the number of special school places that currently exist for the 2026/27 school year; the number of these places currently available for the 2026/27 school year; the way in which this compares to the number of applications for places by county; if every applicant will secure a place, in tabular form; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [19040/26]
2026-03-18Deputy John Brady asked the Minister for Education and Youth if her Department or any body under it’s aegis made a disclosure under Revenue's recent disclosure opportunity to regularise misclassification of self-employment; if so, to provide details of the numbers of workers affected and the amount paid to Revenue; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [19494/26]
Justice4 questions
2026-03-18Deputy John Brady asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration if having a GP visit card would have a negative impact on residency or a future naturalisation application; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18378/26]
2026-03-18Deputy John Brady asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration for an update on the tendering process related to the operation of the contribution charging model for IPAS residents in employment or self-employment; the expected cost; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19044/26]
2026-03-18Deputy John Brady asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration if his Department or any body under it’s aegis made a disclosure under Revenue's recent disclosure opportunity to regularise misclassification of self-employment; if so, to provide details of the numbers of workers affected and the amount paid to Revenue; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19501/26]
2026-03-18Deputy John Brady asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration the current number of Garda reserve applicants who have passed the final interview in a Garda station but are awaiting vetting or drug testing clearance; the average processing time from the final interview to the vetting process being completed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19670/26]
Foreign2 questions
2026-03-18Deputy John Brady asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade if her Department or any body under it’s aegis made a disclosure under Revenue's recent disclosure opportunity to regularise misclassification of self-employment; if so, to provide details of the numbers of workers affected and the amount paid to Revenue; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [19497/26]
2026-03-18Deputy John Brady asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade the position regarding a passport application (details supplied) as the applicants travel date is imminent; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [19515/26]
Public Expenditure2 questions
2026-03-18Deputy John Brady asked the Minister for Public Expenditure, Infrastructure, Public Service Reform and Digitalisation the position regarding the ongoing renovations of the Royal Hospital Kilmainham; the total amount expended on the works to date; when the works will be completed; the ongoing engagement with the Irish Museum of Modern Art; if legal proceedings have been initiated; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18568/26]
2026-03-18Deputy John Brady asked the Minister for Public Expenditure, Infrastructure, Public Service Reform and Digitalisation if his Department or any body under it’s aegis made a disclosure under Revenue's recent disclosure opportunity to regularise misclassification of self-employment; if so, to provide details of the numbers of workers affected and the amount paid to Revenue; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19502/26]
Culture2 questions
2026-03-18Deputy John Brady asked the Minister for Culture, Communications and Sport the engagement his Department has undertaken in relation to a sporting event (details supplied) taking place in Croke Park; if his Department is willing to commit resources as they have done with other recent major sporting events; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19028/26]
2026-03-18Deputy John Brady asked the Minister for Culture, Communications and Sport if his Department or any body under it’s aegis made a disclosure under Revenue's recent disclosure opportunity to regularise misclassification of self-employment; if so, to provide details of the numbers of workers affected and the amount paid to Revenue; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19492/26]
Children2 questions
2026-03-18Deputy John Brady asked the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality the position regarding funding for essential works to reopen a respite care service (details supplied); when it is likely that this service will reopen; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [18670/26]
2026-03-18Deputy John Brady asked the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality if her Department or any body under its aegis made a disclosure under Revenue's recent disclosure opportunity to regularise misclassification of self-employment; if so, to provide details of the numbers of workers affected and the amount paid to Revenue; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [19490/26]
Taoiseach1 question
2026-03-18Deputy John Brady asked the Taoiseach if his Department or any body under its aegis made a disclosure under Revenue's recent disclosure opportunity to regularise misclassification of self-employment; if so, to provide details of the numbers of workers affected and the amount paid to Revenue. [19505/26]
Climate1 question
2026-03-18Deputy John Brady asked the Minister for Climate, Energy and the Environment if his Department or any body under it’s aegis made a disclosure under Revenue's recent disclosure opportunity to regularise misclassification of self-employment; if so, to provide details of the numbers of workers affected and the amount paid to Revenue; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19491/26]
Defence1 question
2026-03-18Deputy John Brady asked the Minister for Defence if her Department or any body under it’s aegis made a disclosure under Revenue's recent disclosure opportunity to regularise misclassification of self-employment; if so, to provide details of the numbers of workers affected and the amount paid to Revenue; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [19493/26]
Transport1 question
2026-03-18Deputy John Brady asked the Minister for Transport if his Department or any body under it’s aegis made a disclosure under Revenue's recent disclosure opportunity to regularise misclassification of self-employment; if so, to provide details of the numbers of workers affected and the amount paid to Revenue; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19506/26]
Finance1 question
2026-03-18Deputy John Brady asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance if his Department or any body under its aegis made a disclosure under Revenue's recent disclosure opportunity to regularise misclassification of self-employment; if so, to provide details of the numbers of workers affected and the amount paid to Revenue; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19496/26]
Enterprise1 question
2026-03-18Deputy John Brady asked the Minister for Enterprise, Tourism and Employment if his Department or any body under it’s aegis made a disclosure under Revenue's recent disclosure opportunity to regularise misclassification of self-employment; if so, to provide details of the numbers of workers affected and the amount paid to Revenue; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19495/26]
Housing1 question
2026-03-18Deputy John Brady asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage if his Department or any body under it’s aegis made a disclosure under Revenue's recent disclosure opportunity to regularise misclassification of self-employment; if so, to provide details of the numbers of workers affected and the amount paid to Revenue; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19500/26]
Social1 question
2026-03-18Deputy John Brady asked the Minister for Social Protection if his Department or any body under it’s aegis made a disclosure under Revenue's recent disclosure opportunity to regularise misclassification of self-employment; if so, to provide details of the numbers of workers affected and the amount paid to Revenue; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19504/26]
Agriculture1 question
2026-03-18Deputy John Brady asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine if his Department or any body under its aegis made a disclosure under Revenue's recent disclosure opportunity to regularise misclassification of self-employment; if so, to provide details of the number of workers affected and the amount paid to Revenue; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19489/26]
Further and Higher Education1 question
2026-03-18Deputy John Brady asked the Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science if his Department or any body under it’s aegis made a disclosure under Revenue's recent disclosure opportunity to regularise misclassification of self-employment; if so, to provide details of the numbers of workers affected and the amount paid to Revenue; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19498/26]
Rural1 question
2026-03-18Deputy John Brady asked the Minister for Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht if his Department or any body under its aegis made a disclosure under Revenue's recent disclosure opportunity to regularise misclassification of self-employment; if so, to provide details of the numbers of workers affected and the amount paid to Revenue; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19503/26]
Pat Casey — Fianna Fáil
0 votes ·
0 questions ·
0 new lobbying returns
Quiet week — no questions filed or new lobbying returns.
Simon Harris — Fine Gael
0 votes ·
0 questions ·
25 new lobbying returns
New lobbying25 returns
Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber · 25 returnsEducation and Training · Economic Development and Industry · Housing · Tourism · Employment · EU Affairs · Transport · Trade · Development and Zoning
AI adoption in SME’s – disconnect between government and AI adoption in SME’s
AI adoption in SME’s – disconnect between government and AI adoption in SME’s
Support for Micro/Small indigenous businesses which make up 99% of our business environment. Ireland's economy is dangerously over-dependent on a small number of multinational corporations we need to better empower indigenous businesses to be resilient
Support for Micro/Small indigenous businesses which make up 99% of our business environment. Ireland's economy is dangerously over-dependent on a small number of multinational corporations we need to better empower indigenous businesses to be resilient
Hospitality re facing crisis, cost of businesses is taking its toll. State has taken one quarter of beds of refugees. We cant lose any more beds from tourism sector
Hospitality re facing crisis, cost of businesses is taking its toll. State has taken one quarter of beds of refugees. We cant lose any more beds from tourism sector
Thousands of Ukrainian workers currently contributing to the Irish workforce remain under Temporary Protection Status, which must be renewed annually. This measure was designed as short-term emergency protection but will reach five years in February 2027, raising concerns about its long-term legality and sustainability.
AI adoption in SME’s – disconnect between government and AI adoption in SME’s
AI adoption in SME’s – disconnect between government and AI adoption in SME’s
AI adoption in SME’s – disconnect between government and AI adoption in SME’s
AI adoption in SME’s – disconnect between government and AI adoption in SME’s
AI adoption in SME’s – disconnect between government and AI adoption in SME’s
Thousands of Ukrainian workers currently contributing to the Irish workforce remain under Temporary Protection Status, which must be renewed annually. This measure was designed as short-term emergency protection but will reach five years in February 2027, raising concerns about its long-term legality and sustainability
Thousands of Ukrainian workers currently contributing to the Irish workforce remain under Temporary Protection Status, which must be renewed annually. This measure was designed as short-term emergency protection but will reach five years in February 2027, raising concerns about its long-term legality and sustainability.
Price of fuel in Ireland need a rebate on carbon tax or excise on fuel. Burden on haulage companies - uncompetitive compared to other countries
Price of fuel in Ireland need a rebate on carbon tax or excise on fuel. Burden on haulage companies - uncompetitive compared to other countries
Shortage in some industries eg transport drivers, they must be 25 years of age. Apprenticeships are for people who are unemployed. We have an issue with youth unemployment.
Shortage in some industries eg transport drivers, they must be 25 years of age. Apprenticeships are for people who are unemployed. We have an issue with youth unemployment
Shortage in some industries eg transport drivers, they must be 25 years of age. Apprenticeships are for people who are unemployed. We have an issue with youth unemployment
Strong regional skills pipeline is critical. Upskilling workforce and access to training is important. Cork & Waterford are too far for staff to travel for training.
Strong regional skills pipeline is critical. Upskilling workforce and access to training is important. Cork & Waterford are too far for staff to travel for training.
Water and wastewater access is one of the most significant barriers to delivering housing in Dungarvan and West Waterford. Gaining responses or approvals from irish Water is extremely challenging.
Water and wastewater access is one of the most significant barriers to delivering housing in Dungarvan and West Waterford. Gaining responses or approvals from Uisce Éireann is extremely challenging.
We need to attract more people to rural areas. This can be done by granting more planning permission & reducing council contributions
We need to attract more people to rural areas. This can be done by granting more planning permission & reducing council contributions.