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Question· writtenPQ 667asked

667. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Transport whether any assessment has been carried out on the effectiveness of average speed cameras in reducing collisions and fatalities; and if so, the findings. [24349/26]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 14 April 2026

667. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Transport whether any assessment has been carried out on the effectiveness of average speed cameras in reducing collisions and fatalities; and if so, the findings. [24349/26]

Bill· Public2026/39current

Valuation (Amendment) Bill 2026

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 2 April 2026

Bill entitled an Act to amend the Valuation Act 2001 in order to provide that property occupied for the provision of early childhood care and education, where such is provided either otherwise than for profit or subject to Core Funding and caps on all provision at Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE Programme) rates, and property consisting wholly or partly of a building, which is used partly as a dwelling to a significant extent and occupied for childminding services, should not be rateable; and to provide for related matters.

Question· writtenPQ 425asked

425. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality whether an assessment has been carried out on the potential impact of changes to pension eligibility on the sustainability of voluntary sector services such as fostering support and aftercare services. [23290/26]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 26 March 2026

425. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality whether an assessment has been carried out on the potential impact of changes to pension eligibility on the sustainability of voluntary sector services such as fostering support and aftercare services. [23290/26]

Question· writtenPQ 424asked

424. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality the consultation that was undertaken with voluntary providers prior to Tusla issuing correspondence indicating a revised interpretation of pension eligibility; and the reason no detailed guidance or policy documentation has been shared with affected organisations. [23289/26]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 26 March 2026

424. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality the consultation that was undertaken with voluntary providers prior to Tusla issuing correspondence indicating a revised interpretation of pension eligibility; and the reason no detailed guidance or policy documentation has been shared with affected organisations. [23289/26]

Question· writtenPQ 423asked

423. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality if eligibility for public service pension schemes under section 66 of the Child Care Act 1991 applies to all approved and funded posts within the named voluntary services, including administrative, support and fostering service roles, or only to staff directly engaged in children’s residential care delivery; and if limited only to Children’s residential services, what is the basis for this change after over three decades of inclusion. [23288/26]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 26 March 2026

423. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality if eligibility for public service pension schemes under section 66 of the Child Care Act 1991 applies to all approved and funded posts within the named voluntary services, including administrative, support and fostering service roles, or only to staff directly engaged in children’s residential care delivery; and if limited only to Children’s residential services, what is the basis for this change after over three decades of inclusion. [23288/26]

Question· writtenPQ 422asked

422. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality whether employees of voluntary children’s residential services named in the Child Care Act, 1991, who have been long-standing members of public service pension schemes, including those with over 15 or 25 years’ service, are at risk of being deemed ineligible under current reviews; if so, the protections in place for their accrued pension entitlements and contributions; and the alternative pension arrangements they will be forced to accept. [23287/26]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 26 March 2026

422. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality whether employees of voluntary children’s residential services named in the Child Care Act, 1991, who have been long-standing members of public service pension schemes, including those with over 15 or 25 years’ service, are at risk of being deemed ineligible under current reviews; if so, the protections in place for their accrued pension entitlements and contributions; and the alternative pension arrangements they will be forced to accept. [23287/26]

Question· writtenPQ 421asked

421. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality the legal basis for Tusla’s current assessment process for determining eligibility for public service pension schemes among employees of voluntary children’s residential services; and whether any new Government decision or central guidance has issued in this regard. [23286/26]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 26 March 2026

421. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality the legal basis for Tusla’s current assessment process for determining eligibility for public service pension schemes among employees of voluntary children’s residential services; and whether any new Government decision or central guidance has issued in this regard. [23286/26]

Question· writtenPQ 263asked

263. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Education and Youth to provide an update on the status of the revised change order submission relating to roof works at a school (details supplied); and when a final decision is expected. [23291/26]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 26 March 2026

263. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Education and Youth to provide an update on the status of the revised change order submission relating to roof works at a school (details supplied); and when a final decision is expected. [23291/26]

Question· writtenPQ 256asked

256. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Education and Youth the reason the NCSE refused full-time SNA support for a pupil (details supplied) in a primary school with ADHD and type 1 diabetes requiring continuous supervision; if she is aware that the current allocation of 0.83 hours per day is insufficient and is resulting in the child missing school time; the reason no formal notification or rationale issued in respect of this decision, including the closure of appeal ticket number; if she will request an urgent review of this case; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [23190/26]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 26 March 2026

256. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Education and Youth the reason the NCSE refused full-time SNA support for a pupil (details supplied) in a primary school with ADHD and type 1 diabetes requiring continuous supervision; if she is aware that the current allocation of 0.83 hours per day is insufficient and is resulting in the child missing school time; the reason no formal notification or rationale issued in respect of this decision, including the closure of appeal ticket number; if she will request an urgent review of this case; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [23190/26]

Question· writtenPQ 218asked

218. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration further to Parliamentary Question No. 465 of 15 January 2026, the number of gardaí working in roads policing units on 31 December 2025, by Garda division; the total number assigned to roads policing units each month in 2025; the number of transfers, resignations and retirements from roads policing units in 2025; the current number of gardaí in each roads policing unit to date in 2026; if that number includes officers not on active duty; and the number of members who are not currently in active duty in road policing, by roads policing unit. [23116/26]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 25 March 2026

218. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration further to Parliamentary Question No. 465 of 15 January 2026, the number of gardaí working in roads policing units on 31 December 2025, by Garda division; the total number assigned to roads policing units each month in 2025; the number of transfers, resignations and retirements from roads policing units in 2025; the current number of gardaí in each roads policing unit to date in 2026; if that number includes officers not on active duty; and the number of members who are not currently in active duty in road policing, by roads policing unit. [23116/26]

Question· writtenPQ 81asked

81. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Education and Youth the current status of the Stage 2A application for additional accommodation by a school (details supplied); the reason for the delay in progressing this project, which has been ongoing for over a year; when a decision will issue on the revised submission recently provided to the Department; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [22555/26]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 25 March 2026

81. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Education and Youth the current status of the Stage 2A application for additional accommodation by a school (details supplied); the reason for the delay in progressing this project, which has been ongoing for over a year; when a decision will issue on the revised submission recently provided to the Department; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [22555/26]

Question· writtenPQ 256asked

256. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Defence the current status of the proposed lateral transfer policy within the Defence Forces; the progress that has been made in developing this policy between the Department and the Defence Forces; whether a timeline has been set for its completion and implementation; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [21407/26]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 24 March 2026

256. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Defence the current status of the proposed lateral transfer policy within the Defence Forces; the progress that has been made in developing this policy between the Department and the Defence Forces; whether a timeline has been set for its completion and implementation; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [21407/26]

Question· writtenPQ 427asked

427. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Health if parents who are unable to access timely paediatric ophthalmology appointments for their children through the HSE, and are forced to seek private treatment, can avail of reimbursement or financial support for the cost of these appointments; if any scheme exists to support such families; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [21005/26]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 19 March 2026

427. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Health if parents who are unable to access timely paediatric ophthalmology appointments for their children through the HSE, and are forced to seek private treatment, can avail of reimbursement or financial support for the cost of these appointments; if any scheme exists to support such families; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [21005/26]

Question· writtenPQ 232asked

232. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance whether he has considered reviewing the €115,000 earnings cap which applies to pension tax relief on contributions; whether any assessment has been carried out regarding the impact of the cap remaining unchanged since 2011 in light of inflation and wage growth; and whether he will consider introducing an indexation mechanism to ensure the cap remains aligned with economic conditions. [21250/26]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 19 March 2026

232. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance whether he has considered reviewing the €115,000 earnings cap which applies to pension tax relief on contributions; whether any assessment has been carried out regarding the impact of the cap remaining unchanged since 2011 in light of inflation and wage growth; and whether he will consider introducing an indexation mechanism to ensure the cap remains aligned with economic conditions. [21250/26]

Question· writtenPQ 1503asked

1503. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality the rationale behind Tusla's reported decision not to continue funding or supporting the specialist therapeutic fostering support service provided by a service (details supplied), as part of its ongoing regional reconfiguration; if an impact assessment has been carried out on the potential consequences of withdrawing this service for foster carers and children in care in South Tipperary and surrounding areas; the alternative therapeutic and professional supports that will be put in place for foster carers currently availing of these services; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [18553/26]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 18 March 2026

1503. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality the rationale behind Tusla's reported decision not to continue funding or supporting the specialist therapeutic fostering support service provided by a service (details supplied), as part of its ongoing regional reconfiguration; if an impact assessment has been carried out on the potential consequences of withdrawing this service for foster carers and children in care in South Tipperary and surrounding areas; the alternative therapeutic and professional supports that will be put in place for foster carers currently availing of these services; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [18553/26]

Question· writtenPQ 1347asked

1347. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration the current process for appointing members to prison visiting committees following the 2023 review of prison visiting committees; whether a panel of applicants is maintained through an expression of interest process; if individuals who previously served on a committee but missed the most recent application deadline can still be considered where vacancies arise; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20044/26]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 18 March 2026

1347. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration the current process for appointing members to prison visiting committees following the 2023 review of prison visiting committees; whether a panel of applicants is maintained through an expression of interest process; if individuals who previously served on a committee but missed the most recent application deadline can still be considered where vacancies arise; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20044/26]

Question· writtenPQ 1141asked

1141. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Social Protection the basis upon which the Office of the Registrar General requires the production of a third party’s birth certificate in order to recognise a foreign divorce for the purposes of a proposed marriage in the State; whether alternative forms of evidence of domicile at the time of divorce (including court pleadings, final judgments of divorce, and marriage licences issued by the relevant foreign jurisdiction) may be accepted where an ex-spouse refuses to engage; whether guidance will issue to the General Register Office to allow for greater flexibility in such cases; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18365/26]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 18 March 2026

1141. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Social Protection the basis upon which the Office of the Registrar General requires the production of a third party’s birth certificate in order to recognise a foreign divorce for the purposes of a proposed marriage in the State; whether alternative forms of evidence of domicile at the time of divorce (including court pleadings, final judgments of divorce, and marriage licences issued by the relevant foreign jurisdiction) may be accepted where an ex-spouse refuses to engage; whether guidance will issue to the General Register Office to allow for greater flexibility in such cases; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18365/26]

Question· writtenPQ 771asked

771. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Education and Youth the steps being taken to ensure that children with complex disabilities can access specialised early-years placements where no appropriate service exists within their immediate CDNT catchment area; whether flexibility is permitted across CHO boundaries in such cases; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [19351/26]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 18 March 2026

771. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Education and Youth the steps being taken to ensure that children with complex disabilities can access specialised early-years placements where no appropriate service exists within their immediate CDNT catchment area; whether flexibility is permitted across CHO boundaries in such cases; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [19351/26]

Question· writtenPQ 530asked

530. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Health if she is aware of the case of a child whose application for placement (details supplied) was refused solely on jurisdictional grounds despite the absence of any equivalent specialised preschool provision in their own catchment area; whether CHO boundary rules override clinical recommendations in such circumstances; the mechanism which exist to permit cross-boundary placements; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [17935/26]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 5 March 2026

530. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Health if she is aware of the case of a child whose application for placement (details supplied) was refused solely on jurisdictional grounds despite the absence of any equivalent specialised preschool provision in their own catchment area; whether CHO boundary rules override clinical recommendations in such circumstances; the mechanism which exist to permit cross-boundary placements; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [17935/26]

Question· writtenPQ 519asked

519. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Health whether there has been a change in policy within the National Ambulance Service regarding the transition of graduating paramedics from specified purpose contracts to permanent positions; the reason for requiring an internal competition process; the number of paramedics which are affected in 2026; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [17908/26]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 5 March 2026

519. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Health whether there has been a change in policy within the National Ambulance Service regarding the transition of graduating paramedics from specified purpose contracts to permanent positions; the reason for requiring an internal competition process; the number of paramedics which are affected in 2026; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [17908/26]

Question· writtenPQ 473asked

473. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality the steps being taken to ensure that children with complex disabilities can access specialised early-years placements where no appropriate service exists within their immediate CDNT catchment area; whether flexibility is permitted across CHO boundaries in such cases; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [17934/26]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 5 March 2026

473. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality the steps being taken to ensure that children with complex disabilities can access specialised early-years placements where no appropriate service exists within their immediate CDNT catchment area; whether flexibility is permitted across CHO boundaries in such cases; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [17934/26]

Question· writtenPQ 137asked

137. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Health the number of approved whole-time equivalent posts in south Tipperary and the south-east community healthcare area for professions (details supplied); the number of those posts currently filled and the number vacant, by grade; the duration for which each vacancy has remained unfilled; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [17512/26]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 5 March 2026

137. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Health the number of approved whole-time equivalent posts in south Tipperary and the south-east community healthcare area for professions (details supplied); the number of those posts currently filled and the number vacant, by grade; the duration for which each vacancy has remained unfilled; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [17512/26]

Question· writtenPQ 55asked

55. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Health whether specific waiting list reduction targets have been set for orthodontic assessment and treatment in south Tipperary for 2026 and 2027; the numerical reduction targets for each year; the projected maximum waiting time by the end of 2026 and 2027; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [17513/26]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 5 March 2026

55. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Health whether specific waiting list reduction targets have been set for orthodontic assessment and treatment in south Tipperary for 2026 and 2027; the numerical reduction targets for each year; the projected maximum waiting time by the end of 2026 and 2027; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [17513/26]

Question· writtenPQ 726asked

726. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality the reason a child (details supplied) referred to CDNT4 in 2022 and identified in March 2024 as requiring speech and language therapy has not yet received intervention; the steps that will be taken to ensure that this child is urgently assessed and provided with appropriate speech and language therapy supports; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [16332/26]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 3 March 2026

726. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality the reason a child (details supplied) referred to CDNT4 in 2022 and identified in March 2024 as requiring speech and language therapy has not yet received intervention; the steps that will be taken to ensure that this child is urgently assessed and provided with appropriate speech and language therapy supports; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [16332/26]

Question· writtenPQ 598asked

598. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Health the number of deaths recorded in 2024 and 2025 in which an eating disorder, including anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, or other specified feeding or eating disorders, was listed as the primary or contributory cause of death; the source of this data; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [15990/26]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 26 February 2026

598. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Health the number of deaths recorded in 2024 and 2025 in which an eating disorder, including anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, or other specified feeding or eating disorders, was listed as the primary or contributory cause of death; the source of this data; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [15990/26]

Question· writtenPQ 597asked

597. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Health the number of persons under 18 years-of-age admitted to adult approved psychiatric centres in 2025 for the treatment of eating disorders due to the unavailability of age-appropriate inpatient CAMHS beds; the average and longest duration of such admissions; whether the Department or the HSE has undertaken any review, audit, or impact assessment of the psycho-social or clinical effects of such admissions on minors; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [15989/26]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 26 February 2026

597. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Health the number of persons under 18 years-of-age admitted to adult approved psychiatric centres in 2025 for the treatment of eating disorders due to the unavailability of age-appropriate inpatient CAMHS beds; the average and longest duration of such admissions; whether the Department or the HSE has undertaken any review, audit, or impact assessment of the psycho-social or clinical effects of such admissions on minors; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [15989/26]

Question· writtenPQ 596asked

596. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Health the total funding allocated in Budget 2026 for the provision of eating disorder services; the breakdown of this allocation, including funding for existing specialist eating disorder teams, funding for the development of new teams, funding for training and professional development of staff, and funding for inpatient and community-based services; the number of whole-time equivalent staff currently funded under this allocation; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [15988/26]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 26 February 2026

596. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Health the total funding allocated in Budget 2026 for the provision of eating disorder services; the breakdown of this allocation, including funding for existing specialist eating disorder teams, funding for the development of new teams, funding for training and professional development of staff, and funding for inpatient and community-based services; the number of whole-time equivalent staff currently funded under this allocation; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [15988/26]

Question· writtenPQ 201asked

201. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Transport his views on Competition and Consumer Protection Commission findings that consumers are suffering due to a failure to facilitate innovations in the taxi industry; the regulatory barriers he believes should be considered in this regard; if he plans to address this problem; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15485/26]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 26 February 2026

201. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Transport his views on Competition and Consumer Protection Commission findings that consumers are suffering due to a failure to facilitate innovations in the taxi industry; the regulatory barriers he believes should be considered in this regard; if he plans to address this problem; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15485/26]

Question· writtenPQ 180asked

180. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Transport his views on recent research by the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission that indicates that 57% of consumers believe there are not enough taxis in their area, while outside Dublin, just 28% of people agree that there are enough taxis (and just 21% in Connacht and Ulster); the measures he plans to take to address this problem; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15484/26]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 26 February 2026

180. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Transport his views on recent research by the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission that indicates that 57% of consumers believe there are not enough taxis in their area, while outside Dublin, just 28% of people agree that there are enough taxis (and just 21% in Connacht and Ulster); the measures he plans to take to address this problem; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15484/26]

Question· writtenPQ 83asked

83. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Social Protection if he has engaged with the Minister for Public Expenditure; Infrastructure; Public Service Reform and Digitalisation regarding the fiscal implications of introducing a cost of disability payment; and if provision is being considered within future Estimates. [1616/26]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 26 February 2026

83. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Social Protection if he has engaged with the Minister for Public Expenditure; Infrastructure; Public Service Reform and Digitalisation regarding the fiscal implications of introducing a cost of disability payment; and if provision is being considered within future Estimates. [1616/26]

Question· writtenPQ 60asked

60. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Transport when the statutory fee for the release of a vehicle impounded by An Garda Síochána, currently €125, was last increased; the rationale for the current level of the fee; whether he has received representations from An Garda Síochána regarding concerns that the fee does not act as a sufficient deterrent, particularly in respect of repeat offending by learner drivers; and whether he will consider a review of the fee, including reference to comparable charges in other jurisdictions. [15346/26]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 25 February 2026

60. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Transport when the statutory fee for the release of a vehicle impounded by An Garda Síochána, currently €125, was last increased; the rationale for the current level of the fee; whether he has received representations from An Garda Síochána regarding concerns that the fee does not act as a sufficient deterrent, particularly in respect of repeat offending by learner drivers; and whether he will consider a review of the fee, including reference to comparable charges in other jurisdictions. [15346/26]

Question· writtenPQ 376asked

376. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance whether his Department is reviewing the taxation treatment of exchange-traded funds and investment funds, including the eight-year deemed disposal rule and the current exit tax rate; whether consideration is being given to abolishing or reforming deemed disposal, aligning the exit tax rate with the 33% capital gains tax (CGT) rate, permitting the offsetting of losses in a manner consistent with CGT treatment, or introducing a tax-efficient retail savings or investment wrapper; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14492/26]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 24 February 2026

376. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance whether his Department is reviewing the taxation treatment of exchange-traded funds and investment funds, including the eight-year deemed disposal rule and the current exit tax rate; whether consideration is being given to abolishing or reforming deemed disposal, aligning the exit tax rate with the 33% capital gains tax (CGT) rate, permitting the offsetting of losses in a manner consistent with CGT treatment, or introducing a tax-efficient retail savings or investment wrapper; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14492/26]

Question· writtenPQ 326asked

326. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Transport the criteria that are applied in the selection and progression of greenway routes; whether these criteria are publicly available; and the measures in place to ensure transparency and accountability in route selection decisions. [14703/26]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 24 February 2026

326. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Transport the criteria that are applied in the selection and progression of greenway routes; whether these criteria are publicly available; and the measures in place to ensure transparency and accountability in route selection decisions. [14703/26]

Question· writtenPQ 325asked

325. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Transport the number of landowners subject to compulsory purchase orders in respect of greenway developments since 2018 who have not yet received compensation; the reasons for the delay in payment; the average timeframe for resolution; and when all outstanding compensation will be discharged [14702/26]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 24 February 2026

325. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Transport the number of landowners subject to compulsory purchase orders in respect of greenway developments since 2018 who have not yet received compensation; the reasons for the delay in payment; the average timeframe for resolution; and when all outstanding compensation will be discharged [14702/26]

Question· writtenPQ 324asked

324. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Transport whether he considers the use of compulsory purchase orders appropriate for the development of greenways and other leisure amenities; the guidance which has been issued to local authorities regarding the use of CPO powers in this context; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14701/26]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 24 February 2026

324. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Transport whether he considers the use of compulsory purchase orders appropriate for the development of greenways and other leisure amenities; the guidance which has been issued to local authorities regarding the use of CPO powers in this context; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14701/26]

Question· writtenPQ 323asked

323. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Transport the oversight his Department exercises in respect of local authority engagement with landowners affected by proposed greenway developments; whether he is satisfied that meaningful consultation and transparency are being applied consistently across counties; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14700/26]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 24 February 2026

323. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Transport the oversight his Department exercises in respect of local authority engagement with landowners affected by proposed greenway developments; whether he is satisfied that meaningful consultation and transparency are being applied consistently across counties; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14700/26]

Question· writtenPQ 322asked

322. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Transport the way in which greenway projects continue to proceed in advance of the completion of the review of the code of best practice for national and regional greenways; whether consideration has been given to pausing new developments pending the outcome of that review; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14699/26]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 24 February 2026

322. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Transport the way in which greenway projects continue to proceed in advance of the completion of the review of the code of best practice for national and regional greenways; whether consideration has been given to pausing new developments pending the outcome of that review; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14699/26]

Question· writtenPQ 321asked

321. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Transport the stakeholders TII plans to engage with as part of the review of the code of best practice for national and regional greenways; when such engagement will begin; whether impacted landowners will be formally consulted; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14698/26]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 24 February 2026

321. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Transport the stakeholders TII plans to engage with as part of the review of the code of best practice for national and regional greenways; when such engagement will begin; whether impacted landowners will be formally consulted; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14698/26]

Question· writtenPQ 320asked

320. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Transport when the review of the code of best practice for national and regional greenways will formally be commenced by TII; the timeline for its completion; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14697/26]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 24 February 2026

320. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Transport when the review of the code of best practice for national and regional greenways will formally be commenced by TII; the timeline for its completion; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14697/26]

Question· writtenPQ 170asked

170. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality if she will consider extending the duration of paternity leave in cases of multiple births for example, twins or triplets, in recognition of the additional care and support needs that arise for parents of multiples; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [1438/26]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 19 February 2026

170. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality if she will consider extending the duration of paternity leave in cases of multiple births for example, twins or triplets, in recognition of the additional care and support needs that arise for parents of multiples; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [1438/26]

Question· writtenPQ 190asked

190. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Culture, Communications and Sport the progress to date in implementing the recommendations of the Night Time Economy Taskforce established in 2020, including specific actions taken across areas such as licensing reform, transport, safety, creative programming, employment supports and data collection; and to outline timelines and responsibilities for outstanding actions. [13195/26]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 18 February 2026

190. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Culture, Communications and Sport the progress to date in implementing the recommendations of the Night Time Economy Taskforce established in 2020, including specific actions taken across areas such as licensing reform, transport, safety, creative programming, employment supports and data collection; and to outline timelines and responsibilities for outstanding actions. [13195/26]

Question· writtenPQ 1098asked

1098. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Health the immediate contingency arrangements now in place for children awaiting community ophthalmology services in south Tipperary, in circumstances where recruitment of a consultant community ophthalmologist has repeatedly failed and the previous postholder has retired; if weekend clinics, private provision, cross-HSE-area referrals, temporary contracting, or emergency outsourcing are currently being utilised; to explain how it is acceptable that 1,449 children under four years of age are on a waiting list, with some waiting since 2021; when children referred in 2023, including named cases already supplied to the Department, will receive appointments; and the urgent intervention she will now direct to ensure children are not left without timely eye care. [11987/26]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 17 February 2026

1098. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Health the immediate contingency arrangements now in place for children awaiting community ophthalmology services in south Tipperary, in circumstances where recruitment of a consultant community ophthalmologist has repeatedly failed and the previous postholder has retired; if weekend clinics, private provision, cross-HSE-area referrals, temporary contracting, or emergency outsourcing are currently being utilised; to explain how it is acceptable that 1,449 children under four years of age are on a waiting list, with some waiting since 2021; when children referred in 2023, including named cases already supplied to the Department, will receive appointments; and the urgent intervention she will now direct to ensure children are not left without timely eye care. [11987/26]

Question· writtenPQ 1094asked

1094. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Health the reason insulin pump therapy is not currently accessible to eligible type 1 diabetes patients attending Tipperary University Hospital, Clonmel; whether this is due to the absence of dietetic support or other staffing deficits; the contingency arrangements in place to support high-risk diabetes patients in the interim; the steps being taken to restore full multidisciplinary diabetes services at the hospital; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [11948/26]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 17 February 2026

1094. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Health the reason insulin pump therapy is not currently accessible to eligible type 1 diabetes patients attending Tipperary University Hospital, Clonmel; whether this is due to the absence of dietetic support or other staffing deficits; the contingency arrangements in place to support high-risk diabetes patients in the interim; the steps being taken to restore full multidisciplinary diabetes services at the hospital; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [11948/26]

Question· writtenPQ 415asked

415. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Transport further to Parliamentary Question No. 324 of 10 February 2026, the details of the sections relating to MIBI and fixed charge notices that have yet to be commenced from the Road Traffic and Roads Act 2023; and the proposed date for commencement [12393/26]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 17 February 2026

415. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Transport further to Parliamentary Question No. 324 of 10 February 2026, the details of the sections relating to MIBI and fixed charge notices that have yet to be commenced from the Road Traffic and Roads Act 2023; and the proposed date for commencement [12393/26]

Question· writtenPQ 179asked

179. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Education and Youth the detailed delivery plan, including timelines and key milestones, for the full modular build comprising 14 classrooms and associated facilities to address the accommodation crisis at a school (details supplied); the expected date for the completion of the design and planning stage; and the projected date for delivery and occupation of the new accommodation. [2292/26]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 12 February 2026

179. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Education and Youth the detailed delivery plan, including timelines and key milestones, for the full modular build comprising 14 classrooms and associated facilities to address the accommodation crisis at a school (details supplied); the expected date for the completion of the design and planning stage; and the projected date for delivery and occupation of the new accommodation. [2292/26]

Question· writtenPQ 384asked

384. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Health the current number of children on waiting lists for routine public dental services in South Tipperary; the length of time they have been waiting, broken down by waiting time bands; the number of children in South Tipperary awaiting orthodontic assessment and treatment under the HSE; the average and longest waiting times involved; the locations at which HSE-funded orthodontic treatment is currently provided to children from South Tipperary; the number of orthodontists, dentists and dental nurses currently employed by the HSE in the South Tipperary area; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [11067/26]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 11 February 2026

384. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Health the current number of children on waiting lists for routine public dental services in South Tipperary; the length of time they have been waiting, broken down by waiting time bands; the number of children in South Tipperary awaiting orthodontic assessment and treatment under the HSE; the average and longest waiting times involved; the locations at which HSE-funded orthodontic treatment is currently provided to children from South Tipperary; the number of orthodontists, dentists and dental nurses currently employed by the HSE in the South Tipperary area; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [11067/26]