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| TD | Party |
|---|---|
 Ann Graves | Sinn Féin |
 Darragh O'Brien | Fianna Fáil |
 Duncan Smith | Labour Party |
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Duncan Smith
Deputy Duncan Smith asked the Minister for Health if she is aware that there is a lengthening queue of reimbursement applications awaiting review by the HSE Drugs Group, if she considers it appropriate that patients, healthcare professionals and manufacturers should wait for five…
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Duncan Smith
Deputy Duncan Smith asked the Minister for Health if she will outline her Department's approach toward funding for the HD care pathway; if there will be an increase in funding following Budget 2027; and if the HSE will deliver an overarching national integrated plan for people…
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Ann Graves
Deputy Ann Graves asked the Minister for Transport if he will carry out an independent review of the R132 Connectivity Project, given that serious safety concerns have been raised by drivers of busses and cars, and the negative impact on local businesses.
Darragh O'Brien
As Minister for Transport, I have responsibility for policy and overall funding of public transport. The National Transport Authority (NTA) has responsibility for the planning and development of public transport infrastructure within the Greater Dublin Area, including the R132…
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Darragh O'Brien
Under the Road Safety Authority Act 2006, the Road Safety Authority (RSA) has statutory responsibility for all aspects of the National Driver Testing Service, including all operational matters. Given the RSA's responsibility in this matter, I have referred the Deputy's question…
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Darragh O'Brien
The ICE2EV Pilot Scrappage Scheme was designed and launched as a capped pilot initiative, supported by €17 million in funding from the Climate Action Fund, comprising of €10 million for the scrappage grant and €7 million for the EV purchase grant. The strong level of interest in…
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Darragh O'Brien
As Minister for Transport, I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport. The National Transport Authority (NTA) has responsibility for the planning and development of public transport infrastructure, including ticketing and technology…
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Darragh O'Brien
As Minister for Transport, I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport. However, I am not involved in the day-to-day operations of public transport. The National Transport. Authority (NTA) has responsibility for securing the provision of…
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Darragh O'Brien
As Minister for Transport, I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport; however, I am not involved in the day-to-day operations of public transport. The National Transport Authority (NTA) has statutory responsibility for securing the…
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Darragh O'Brien
I propose to take Questions Nos. 191, 192 and 193 together. As Minister for Transport, I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to Active Travel. Funding is administered through the National Transport Authority (NTA), who, in partnership with local…
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Darragh O'Brien
As Minister for Transport, I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport. Under the Dublin Transport Authority Act 2008, the National Transport Authority (NTA) has statutory responsibility for the provision of public transport infrastructure…
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Darragh O'Brien
As Minister for Transport, I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport. Under the Dublin Transport Authority Act 2008, the National Transport Authority (NTA) has statutory responsibility for the provision of public transport infrastructure…
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Darragh O'Brien
As Minister for Transport, I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport; however, I am not involved in the day-to-day operations of public transport. The query raised by the Deputy is an operational matter for Dublin Bus. I have, therefore…
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Darragh O'Brien
As Minister for Transport, I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport. However, I am not involved in the day-to-day operations of public transport. The National Transport Authority (NTA) has responsibility for the regulation of fares…
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Darragh O'Brien
As Minister for Transport, I have responsibility for overall policy and exchequer funding in relation to the National Roads Programme. Under the Roads Acts 1993-2015 and in line with the National Development Plan (NDP), the planning, design and construction of individual national…
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Darragh O'Brien
In March 2025, I received Government approval to develop a State-led strategic gas emergency reserve. The delivery of a strategic gas reserve is critical to Ireland's energy security as we transition to indigenous, clean renewable energy. Crucially, the strategic gas emergency…
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Darragh O'Brien
In March 2025, I received Government approval to develop a State-led strategic gas emergency reserve. The delivery of a strategic gas reserve is critical to Ireland's energy security as we transition to indigenous, clean renewable energy. Crucially, the strategic gas emergency…
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Darragh O'Brien
I propose to take Questions Nos. 199, 200, 201, 203, 204 and 205 together. Under the Dublin Transport Authority Act 2008, the National Transport Authority (NTA) has statutory responsibility for the planning and development of public transport infrastructure in the Greater Dublin…
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Darragh O'Brien
My Department does not collate data in relation to the number of United States military personnel transiting through Shannon Airport and has no statutory function in relation to the transit of foreign military personnel through Irish sovereign territory or Irish airports…
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Darragh O'Brien
The safety and security of Shannon Airport remain a priority, and measures to prevent unlawful incursions are kept under continuous review. Shannon Airport fully complies with all regulatory security requirements and continually assesses security infrastructure across its campus…
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Darragh O'Brien
I would like to begin by clarifying that the 15 October 2026 CJEU ruling is not relevant to the independent assessment of flight paths at Dublin Airport. As previously advised, most recently in Parliamentary Question 269 of 29 September, I have committed to ensuring that an…
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Darragh O'Brien
The role and remit of the Commission for Regulation of Utilities (CRU), underpinned by the Electricity Regulation Act 1999 (the ERA) as amended, is to ensure an open market with effective competition within both wholesale and retail markets. The CRU is also required to monitor…
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Darragh O'Brien
It would not be appropriate for me to comment on the matter referred to in the Question at this time, pending it being progressed through the appropriate legislative channels.
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Darragh O'Brien
In March 2025, I received Government approval to develop a State-led Strategic Gas Emergency Reserve. The delivery of this gas reserve is critical to Ireland’s energy security during Ireland's transition to indigenous, clean renewable energy. Crucially, the Strategic Gas…
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Darragh O'Brien
The General Scheme of the Private Wires Bill 2025 was approved by Government on 16 December 2025. My Department has been engaging with the Office of the Parliamentary Counsel to progress the drafting of the legislation which is now at an advanced stage. The introduction of a…
Duncan Smith
I am not in the habit of bringing up traffic on the floor of the Dáil, but such is the scale of the traffic chaos in my home town of Swords that I am having to do it for the second time in three months. I am glad the Minister for Health is here. Due to long-term road closures to…