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Ceisteanna ar Sonraíodh Uain Dóibh - Priority Questions: Island Communities (10 Oct 2024)

Island Communities

Ceisteanna ar Sonraíodh Uain Dóibh - Priority Questions: Island Communities (10 Oct 2024)

Catherine Connolly: 68. To ask the Minister for Rural and Community Development further to Parliamentary Question No. 2696 of the 23 July 2024, the status of the transfer to her Department of land on Inishbofin on which the airstrip is situated and on part of which it is proposed to build a primary care centre; if the land transfer been completed; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [40852/24]

Ceisteanna ar Sonraíodh Uain Dóibh - Priority Questions: Island Communities (10 Oct 2024)

Catherine Connolly: My question relates to Inishbofin off the coast of Galway, and specifically with regard to a transfer of land from the county council to the Minister of State's Department and then on to the Health Service Executive, to facilitate the building of a primary care or health centre. I followed this up with the senior Minister and in fairness, she took a hands-on approach to the matter. It has...

Ceisteanna ar Sonraíodh Uain Dóibh - Priority Questions: Island Communities (10 Oct 2024)

Joe O'Brien: I thank the Deputy for the question. I have good news this morning. I am pleased to advise that the transfer of land on which the Inishbofin airstrip is situated has been completed as of today. The Deputy will recall that these lands were acquired by Galway County Council by way of compulsory purchase order, which was originally initiated over 20 years ago. The Chief State Solicitor's...

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Ukraine War (10 Oct 2024)

Bernard Durkan: My question is along the same lines. Is there consensus throughout the European Union on its dealings with and attitudes to Moldova and Ukraine at present given that each member state is also a sovereign country?

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Ukraine War (10 Oct 2024)

Micheál Martin: I thank Deputy O'Sullivan and the other Deputies for raising the question. There is concern in the Ukrainian Government that we are losing sight of the war on Ukraine. It is not getting the same attention and focus within the House. What has happened to the children in Ukraine is abominable. It is very hard to comprehend how human beings can essentially deport 20,000 children having taken...

Ceisteanna ar Sonraíodh Uain Dóibh - Priority Questions (10 Oct 2024)

Ceisteanna ar Sonraíodh Uain Dóibh - Priority Questions: Library Services (10 Oct 2024)

Library Services

Ceisteanna ar Sonraíodh Uain Dóibh - Priority Questions: Library Services (10 Oct 2024)

Donnchadh Ó Laoghaire: 66. To ask the Minister for Rural and Community Development if she agrees there is a need to provide capital funding for new library buildings; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [40761/24]

Ceisteanna ar Sonraíodh Uain Dóibh - Priority Questions: Library Services (10 Oct 2024)

Martin Kenny: I ask about capital funding for new library buildings. I understand approximately €100 million was to be allocated over five years. Unfortunately my colleague, Donnchadh Ó Laoghaire, cannot be here this morning. I am taking the question on his behalf. He has a particular interest in a proposed library in the Mahon area in Cork. Capital funding was announced last year. When...

Ceisteanna ar Sonraíodh Uain Dóibh - Priority Questions: Library Services (10 Oct 2024)

Joe O'Brien: Our public libraries are at the heart of our communities. They are multipurpose social, cultural and educational spaces for the whole community to enjoy. There are 330 public libraries nationwide, providing an excellent service throughout the country. In July last year, the Minister, Deputy Humphreys, launched the public library strategy, The Library is the Place, which sets out a vision...

Ceisteanna ar Sonraíodh Uain Dóibh - Priority Questions: Library Services (10 Oct 2024)

Martin Kenny: We understand that work is being done as we see it in many places around the country. I understand that 33 smaller projects are happening and the fear is that when they are all funded, there will not be enough left for the larger capital projects that are required. The one in Mahon is an example of that. It is an entire district without any library facility and we need to get one built...

Ceisteanna ar Sonraíodh Uain Dóibh - Priority Questions: Library Services (10 Oct 2024)

Joe O'Brien: I agree with the Deputy's outlining of the broader value of libraries, particularly in areas that have been neglected over time. Parts of Mahon in Cork certainly fit that bill. I am familiar with it. I am advised that Cork City Council did not submit an application through the libraries capital programme 2023-27 for funding for the Blackrock-Mahon project as discussions regarding a...

Ceisteanna ar Sonraíodh Uain Dóibh - Priority Questions: Library Services (10 Oct 2024)

Martin Kenny: From the notes I have, I am aware that a site has been identified and the preliminary application has been placed with the Department. I understand that more work remains to be done. We need to see movement with haste on Mahon. At locations around the country library buildings are in poor repair and also need investment. A commitment to that would be a commitment to the communities in...

Ceisteanna ar Sonraíodh Uain Dóibh - Priority Questions: Library Services (10 Oct 2024)

Joe O'Brien: My Department previously advised Cork City Council to consider submitting an application for funding for the Blackrock-Mahon library to the urban regeneration and development fund, which is administered by the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage. Our Department will certainly progress the stage 1 application as swiftly as we can. I encourage Cork City Council to engage in...

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Middle East (10 Oct 2024)

Matt Carthy: I commend Deputy Connolly on submitting this question. The fact the occupied territories Bill has not been implemented is a ruse, as far as I am concerned. The Government has been hiding behind the Attorney General's advice, considering that Fine Gael opposed this. We are told that a Fine Gael Minister told an Israeli counterpart that it would not happen. People can dispute whether that...

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Middle East (10 Oct 2024)

Micheál Martin: I take issue with what the Deputy said in respect of his reference to the Minister, Deputy Donohoe. The Deputy said we "can dispute". The Minister has said categorically that no such phone call took place. It is not a question. It is important for the record of the House that we put that on record. The Minister spoke to me regarding it. We have to be fair to everybody and not continue...

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Middle East (10 Oct 2024)

Matt Carthy: That has been acknowledged.

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Middle East (10 Oct 2024)

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Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Middle East (10 Oct 2024)

Matt Carthy: Why do you keep looking for acknowledgement for things? We are looking for action.