Niamh Smyth TD
Fianna Fáil · Cavan-Monaghan constituency
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- 1 declared interest record(s)
- 1325 lobbying/public-official contact record(s)
- EUR 257,757 in member payment records
- 9 chamber attendance day(s) in 2025
- ministerial/office-holder power signal
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Parliamentary questions
- July 16, 2026PQ to Minister for HealthDisability Services
Asked the Minister for Health if she will review the case of a person (details supplied); if she will address the reduction in the night staff rate under the personal assistant budget; the legal basis for this decision given the concerns raised; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- July 15, 2026PQ to Minister for HousingGrant Payments
Asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage to review correspondence from a person (details supplied); if he will clarify if this grant is available; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
- July 15, 2026PQ to Minister for HousingPlanning Issues
Asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage his views on a matter (details supplied); if his Department is planning to amend the enforcement of the Spatial Planning and National Roads Guidelines for Planning Authorities, which is prohibiting young couples from farming backgrounds building a house next to the family home along TII routes; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
- July 15, 2026PQ to Minister for SocialSocial Welfare Payments
Asked the Minister for Social Protection if he will review the case of a person (details supplied); if he will provide an update on the working family payment application in question; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
- July 15, 2026PQ to Minister for SocialSocial Welfare Payments
Asked the Minister for Social Protection if he will review the case of a person (details supplied); if the person concerned meets the PRSI contribution requirements to qualify for the State pension (contributory); and if he will make a statement on the matter.
- July 15, 2026PQ to Minister for SocialDepartmental Correspondence
Asked the Minister for Social Protection to review correspondence from a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter.
- July 15, 2026PQ to Minister for HealthDisability Diagnoses
Asked the Minister for Health if she will review the case of a person (details supplied); if she will provide an update on the referrals to speech therapy, physiotherapy, and autism assessment; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- July 15, 2026PQ to Minister for HealthMedicinal Products
Asked the Minister for Health if she will provide an update on the HSE's consideration of Skyclarys for the treatment of Friedreich's ataxia; the reason the drug was not included on the agenda of the HSE Drugs Group meeting of 14 July 2026; if she will confirm when a decision is expected; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- July 15, 2026PQ to Minister for HealthMedical Cards
Asked the Minister for Health if she will review the case of the persons (details supplied); the reasons they were awarded GP visit cards rather than full medical cards; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- July 15, 2026PQ to Minister for RuralDepartmental Schemes
Asked the Minister for Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht for an update on the CLÁR application for club (detail supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter.
- July 14, 2026PQ to Minister for EducationDepartmental Data
Asked the Minister for Education and Youth to review the case of a school (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- July 14, 2026PQ to Minister for HousingVacant Properties
Asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage to review correspondence (details supplied); the grants being introduced to support same; the timeframe for their delivery; when they will open to applications; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
- July 14, 2026PQ to Minister for HealthHealth Services
Asked the Minister for Health if the case of a person (details supplied) will be reviewed; if she will expedite the matter; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- July 14, 2026PQ to Minister for HealthHospital Appointments Status
Asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 478 of 18 June 2026, if she will provide an update on an appointment for a person (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- July 14, 2026PQ to Minister for Further and Higher EducationEducation Schemes
Asked the Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science to review the case of a person (details supplied); if he will provide an update on the SUSI application in question; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
- July 09, 2026PQ to Minister for ForeignPassport Services
Asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade to review a case (details supplied); if she will expedite the application; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- July 09, 2026PQ to Minister for ClimateDepartmental Schemes
Asked the Minister for Climate, Energy and the Environment if he will review correspondence (details supplied); if he will outline the supports, schemes, or alternative funding options that may be available to a homeowner who do not qualify for existing refurbishment or retrofit grants due to eligibility criteria; if he will address the broader issue of homeowners who are excluded from available schemes despite investing their own resources to keep older properties occupied and maintained; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
- July 09, 2026PQ to Minister for SocialDisability Services
Asked the Minister for Social Protection if he will review the case of a person (details supplied); if he will provide an update on the disability allowance application; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
- July 09, 2026PQ to Minister for HealthMedical Cards
Asked the Minister for Health if she will review the case of a person (details supplied); if she will provide an update on the decision to remove the medical card of the person and their dependent child; if she will outline the criteria used in assessing eligibility; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- July 08, 2026PQ to Minister for TransportPublic Transport
Asked the Minister for Transport if he will review correspondence (details supplied); if he will provide a response to the queries raised; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
- July 08, 2026PQ to Minister for HealthHospital Appointments Status
Asked the Minister for Health for an update on hospital appointments for a person (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- July 07, 2026PQ to Minister for ForeignDepartmental Reviews
Asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade to review the case of a person (details supplied); if she will expedite the application; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- July 07, 2026PQ to Minister for TransportDepartmental Data
Asked the Minister for Transport if he will review correspondence (details supplied); if he will provide a response to the queries raised therein; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
- July 07, 2026PQ to Minister for EducationSchool Costs
Asked the Minister for Education and Youth if she will review the correspondence (details supplied); the policy position regarding the requirement for secondary school students to purchase personal devices such as tablets as part of the Digital Strategy for Schools; if she will address the financial burden this places on families, particularly those who are also availing of the free schoolbooks scheme; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- July 07, 2026PQ to Minister for ChildrenDisability Services
Asked the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality if she will urgently review the case of a person (details supplied); if the referral to disability services will be expedited; the other supports that may be available in the circumstances; if she will address the concerns raised in the correspondence; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- July 07, 2026PQ to Minister for HealthHospital Appointments Status
Asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has been waiting a long time for an operation; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- July 07, 2026PQ to Minister for HealthMedicinal Products
Asked the Minister for Health if she will urgently review the case of a person (details supplied); if she will provide an update on the pain management supports available to them in the interim period prior to their scheduled nerve block procedure; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- July 07, 2026PQ to Minister for HealthDisability Services
Asked the Minister for Health if she will review the case of a child (details supplied); if she will provide an update on the application; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- July 07, 2026PQ to Minister for HealthHealth Service Executive
Asked the Minister for Health if she will review the case of a person (details supplied); if she will provide an update on the application which is currently on appeal with the HSE national appeals office; if the process could be expedited given the circumstances; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- July 07, 2026PQ to Minister for HealthHealth Service Executive
Asked the Minister for Health to urgently review the case of a person (details supplied); if she will allocate an appointment urgently; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- July 07, 2026PQ to Minister for Further and Higher EducationEducation Schemes
Asked the Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science the reason a person (details supplied) has been refused the SUSI grant; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
- July 02, 2026PQ to Minister for HealthDisabilities Assessments
Asked the Minister for Health if she will urgently review the case of a person (details supplied); if she will provide an update on the supports available to the child concerned; if she will address the repeated delays in accessing assessment and therapy services; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- July 01, 2026PQ to Minister for ForeignDepartmental Data
Asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade to review an application (details supplied); if an update will be provided on this matter; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- July 01, 2026PQ to Minister for ForeignPassport Services
Asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade to review a passport application (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- July 01, 2026PQ to Minister for ChildrenDepartmental Correspondence
Asked the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality to review matters raised in correspondence (details supplied); if she will liaise with the forward planning and delivery unit and provide an update on this submission and make a statement on same.
- June 30, 2026PQ to Minister for ForeignPassport Services
Asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade to review a passport application (details supplied); if she will expedite same; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- June 30, 2026PQ to Minister for ForeignDepartmental Reviews
Asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade to review the case of a person (details supplied); if she will expedite the application; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- June 30, 2026PQ to Minister for FinanceBudget 2027
Asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance if he will review matters raised in correspondence (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter.
- June 30, 2026PQ to Minister for EducationDepartmental Data
Asked the Minister for Education and Youth to review a case (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- June 30, 2026PQ to Minister for CultureArts Funding
Asked the Minister for Culture, Communications and Sport for an update on an application for the basic income support scheme for artists (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter.
- June 30, 2026PQ to Minister for HousingDepartmental Correspondence
Asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage to review matters raised in correspondence (details supplied); if the issues raised will be addressed; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
- June 30, 2026PQ to Minister for JusticeResidency Permits
Asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration if an application for an IRP card (details supplied) can be expedited; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
- June 30, 2026PQ to Minister for HealthHospital Appointments Status
Asked the Minister for Health the status of procedures for a person (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- June 30, 2026PQ to Minister for HealthMedicinal Products
Asked the Minister for Health to review the case of a person (details supplied); if she can provide an update on the drug with regards to the medical card system; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- June 30, 2026PQ to Minister for HealthHospital Appointments Status
Asked the Minister for Health when a person will receive an ENT appointment (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- June 30, 2026PQ to Minister for HealthHospital Appointments Status
Asked the Minister for Health to expedite an appointment for a child (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- June 30, 2026PQ to Minister for HealthHealth Services
Asked the Minister for Health if a review of a case (details supplied) can be urgently expedited; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- June 30, 2026PQ to Minister for HealthHospital Appointments Status
Asked the Minister for Health to review the case of a person (details supplied) and expedite surgery; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- June 25, 2026PQ to Minister for ForeignPassport Services
Asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade the position regarding a passport application (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- June 25, 2026PQ to Minister for ForeignPassport Services
Asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade to review a passport application (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- June 25, 2026PQ to Minister for ForeignPassport Services
Asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade to review a passport application (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- June 25, 2026PQ to Minister for HousingVacant Properties
Asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage to review a gap in the vacant above-the-shop-grant scheme (details supplied); to outline the grants being introduced to support same; the timeframe for their delivery or when they will open to applications; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
- June 25, 2026PQ to Minister for HealthHealth Services
Asked the Minister for Health when chiropody services (details supplied) for the elderly in Cootehill, County Cavan will reopen; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- June 24, 2026PQ to Minister for ForeignPassport Services
Asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade to review a case (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- June 24, 2026PQ to Minister for HealthDepartmental Correspondence
Asked the Minister for Health to review case (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- June 23, 2026PQ to Minister for JusticeVisa Applications
Asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration if he will review the case of a person (details supplied); if he will provide an update on the persons short stay visa application; the expected timeframe for a decision; the steps the applicant will need to take to request expedition of the application; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
- June 23, 2026PQ to Minister for HealthGeneral Practitioner Services
Asked the Minister for Health if she will review the case of a person (details supplied); if she will review the decision to grant a GP visit card rather than a full medical card given the circumstances; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- June 23, 2026PQ to Minister for HealthHospital Appointments Status
Asked the Minister for Health if a hospital appointment will be expedited for a person (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- June 23, 2026PQ to Minister for HealthDental Services
Asked the Minister for Health if she will review the case of a person (details supplied); the dental treatments that are available free of charge to medical card holders at the Dublin Dental Hospital; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- June 23, 2026PQ to Minister for HealthMedicinal Products
Asked the Minister for Health if she will provide an update on the reimbursement process for skyclarys for the treatment of Friedreich's Ataxia; the meetings that have taken place to date regarding the application; when a final decision is expected; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- June 18, 2026PQ to Minister for HealthHospital Appointments Status
Asked the Minister for Health to review a hospital appointment (details supplied); if she will provide an update on same; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- June 17, 2026PQ to Minister for HealthHealth Services Waiting Lists
Asked the Minister for Health if the case of a person (details supplied) will be reviewed; if an appointment will be expedited; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- June 17, 2026PQ to Minister for HealthDepartmental Correspondence
Asked the Minister for Health to review the case of a person (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- June 17, 2026PQ to Minister for HealthHospital Appointments Status
Asked the Minister for Health if she will review the case of a person (details supplied); if she will provide an update on the application; if the assessment appointment could be expedited given the circumstances; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- June 16, 2026PQ to Minister for FinanceTax Data
Asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance the status of the change of law for inheritance tax at 33% for a person (details supplied); and if he can provide an update on this matter.
- June 16, 2026PQ to Minister for SocialSocial Welfare Eligibility
Asked the Minister for Social Protection to review an application for a person (details supplied); if the scheme will be continued; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
- June 16, 2026PQ to Minister for HealthDental Services
Asked the Minister for Health to expedite a dental appointment for a person (details supplied) in County Cavan; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- June 16, 2026PQ to Minister for HealthDental Services
Asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting on a dental appointment in County Cavan; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- June 16, 2026PQ to Minister for Further and Higher EducationThird Level Education
Asked the Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science if he will review the case of a person (details supplied); if he will provide an update on the SUSI application in question; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
- June 11, 2026PQ to Minister for SocialUndefined
Asked the Minister for Social Protection if he will review the case of a person (details supplied); if he will provide an update on the matter; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
- June 10, 2026PQ to Minister for TransportBus Services
Asked the Minister for Transport if there are plans to introduce additional bus services on the Castleblayney to Dundalk route; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
- June 10, 2026PQ to Minister for ChildrenHealth Services
Asked the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality if she will urgently review the case of a person (details supplied); the status of the HSE needs assessment application; if the assessment will be expedited given the circumstances; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- June 09, 2026PQ to Minister for TransportDriver Test
Asked the Minister for Transport to provide an update on a driving test for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter.
- June 09, 2026PQ to Minister for FinanceDepartmental Schemes
Asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance to review matters raised in correspondence (details supplied); if the issues outlined will be addressed; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
- June 09, 2026PQ to Minister for JusticeDomestic Violence
Asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration if his attention has been drawn to three commissioned houses (detail supplied) that are ready to go but no social workers have been appointed to make them functional; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
- June 09, 2026PQ to Minister for ChildrenHealth Services
Asked the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality further to Parliamentary Question No. 677 of 21 October 2025, to review the case (details supplied) despite the reply it is not being offered to CDNT clients; if she will examine this further; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- June 09, 2026PQ to Minister for HealthHealth Services
Asked the Minister for Health her plans for the roll out of a service (details supplied) in County Cavan; the discussions in relation to this; the agreements that have been made regarding the provision of this service; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- June 09, 2026PQ to Minister for HealthHome Care Packages
Asked the Minister for Health if she will urgently review the case of a person (details supplied); if she will provide an update on the home care nursing package application; if the application will be expedited given the circumstances; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- June 09, 2026PQ to Minister for HealthHealth Services Waiting Lists
Asked the Minister for Health to review a waiting list delay (details supplied) for a psychology assessment with the primary care psychology services in Cavan; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- June 09, 2026PQ to Minister for HealthMental Health Services
Asked the Minister for Health if a psychology assessment with the primary care psychology services in Cavan will be expedited for a person (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- June 09, 2026PQ to Minister for HealthPatient Transport
Asked the Minister for Health if she will outline the free transport supports available to wheelchair-dependent patients attending medical appointments; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- June 09, 2026PQ to Minister for HealthHealth Services
Asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) cannot get referred to the public health system for a device because of their age.
- June 09, 2026PQ to Minister for HealthMental Health Services
Asked the Minister for Health if a person (details supplied) can get an appointment with CAMHS in Cavan; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- June 09, 2026PQ to Minister for Further and Higher EducationDepartmental Data
Asked the Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science if he will review the case of a person (details supplied); the status of the SUSI application for the person; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
- June 09, 2026PQ to Minister for EducationSchools Building Projects
Asked the Minister for Education and Youth to review a school application for emergency summer works (details supplied); to offer advice on this case; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- June 09, 2026PQ to Minister for EducationSchools Building Projects
Asked the Minister for Education and Youth for an update on the school building project for a school (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- June 09, 2026PQ to Minister for CultureArts Funding
Asked the Minister for Culture, Communications and Sport if he will review the case of a person (details supplied); the status of this application; when decisions will be made; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
- June 09, 2026PQ to Minister for CultureBroadband Infrastructure
Asked the Minister for Culture, Communications and Sport if he will review the correspondence (details supplied); if he will outline the plans in place to improve broadband access in the area concerned; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
- June 09, 2026PQ to Minister for CultureBroadband Infrastructure
Asked the Minister for Culture, Communications and Sport if he will review correspondence (details supplied) regarding broadband; if he will outline the plans in place to include the area in the National Broadband Plan rollout; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
- June 09, 2026PQ to Minister for SocialSocial Welfare Benefits
Asked the Minister for Social Protection to review correspondence (details supplied); if a review of disability allowance rates is scheduled for June 2026; the additional supports available to a person in the circumstances described; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
- June 09, 2026PQ to Minister for SocialSocial Welfare Payments
Asked the Minister for Social Protection if he will review the case of a person (details supplied); if he will provide an update on the invalidity pension review in question; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
- June 09, 2026PQ to Minister for JusticeImmigration Status
Asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration if he will review the case of a family (details supplied); if he will outline the assistance available to them in securing accommodation on their return to Ireland; if the Department can connect the family with available hosts under the relevant scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
- June 09, 2026PQ to Minister for JusticeNaturalisation Applications
Asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration if he will review the case of a person (details supplied); if the certificate in question could be issued in the manner outlined; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
- May 28, 2026PQ to Minister for SocialSocial Welfare Payments
Asked the Minister for Social Protection to review the case of a person (details supplied); if he will provide an update on their disability allowance application; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
- May 27, 2026PQ to Minister for ForeignPassport Services
Asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade to expedite a passport to accommodate visa requirements (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- May 26, 2026PQ to Minister for SocialSocial Welfare Eligibility
Asked the Minister for Social Protection if he will review the correspondence (details supplied); whether a dependent child aged 21 and in full-time third-level education can be included as a qualified child on a jobseeker's allowance claim; whether the person concerned is entitled to claim jobseeker's allowance in their own right during the summer months
- May 26, 2026PQ to Minister for HealthHealthcare Policy
Asked the Minister for Health if the case of a person (details supplied) will be reviewed; if she will advise on the process for transferring a person from a care home placement in the United Kingdom to a residential care facility in County Monaghan; if funding arrangements can be maintained under the common travel area agreement in such circumstances; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- May 26, 2026PQ to Minister for HealthHome Care Packages
Asked the Minister for Health if she will review the case of a person (details supplied); her position regarding the application for a rehabilitation placement at Monaghan Hospital; her position regarding the home care package application; if both matters could be expedited given the circumstances; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- May 26, 2026PQ to Minister for HealthDepartmental Reviews
Asked the Minister for Health if she will review the correspondence (details supplied); if she will provide an update on the current review of the programme in question; if she will outline any plans to expand patient access; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- May 21, 2026PQ to Minister for ForeignPassport Services
Asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade if she will review the case of a person (details supplied); if the passport application could be expedited; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- May 21, 2026PQ to Minister for ClimateGrant Payments
Asked the Minister for Climate, Energy and the Environment if he can provide an update on the application (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter.
- May 21, 2026PQ to Minister for HealthHealth Services
Asked the Minister for Health if she will review the case of a person (details supplied); if she will provide an update on the supports recommended for the person in question; if she will address the adequacy of the supports offered given the professional recommendations made; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- May 20, 2026PQ to Minister for ForeignPassport Services
Asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade if she will review the case of a person (details supplied); if the passport application will be expedited; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- May 20, 2026PQ to Minister for ForeignDepartmental Reviews
Asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade if she will review the case of a person (details supplied); if the passport application could be expedited given the imminent travel date; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- May 20, 2026PQ to Minister for TransportAnimal Welfare
Asked the Minister for Transport the measures he is taking to address the misuse of animal-drawn vehicles, including sulkies on public roads and the penalties for misuse of the same.
- May 20, 2026PQ to Minister for TransportAnimal Welfare
Asked the Minister for Transport if he will regulate the use of animal-drawn vehicles on public roads; if any such measures will include a complete ban on sulky racing on public roads; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
- May 20, 2026PQ to Minister for SocialSocial Welfare Benefits
Asked the Minister for Social Protection if he will review the case of a person (details supplied); the status of the working family payment application in question; if the application will be expedited given the circumstances; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
- May 19, 2026PQ to Minister for ForeignPassport Services
Asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade if she will review the case of persons (details supplied); the status of the applications; if the applications will be expedited given the circumstances; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- May 19, 2026PQ to Minister for ForeignPassport Services
Asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade if she will review the case of a person (details supplied); the status of the passport application; if the application will be expedited; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- May 19, 2026PQ to Minister for TransportDriver Test
Asked the Minister for Transport the supports available to elderly persons who wish to sit the driver theory test; if he will address the difficulties faced by those who are not familiar with technology or computers in accessing or completing the test; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
- May 19, 2026PQ to Minister for TransportElectric Vehicles
Asked the Minister for Transport to review correspondence (details supplied); if he can advise on any increase to these EV grants for domestic dwellings; the details of the scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
- May 19, 2026PQ to Minister for TransportDriver Licences
Asked the Minister for Transport if he will review the case of a person (details supplied); if he will ensure the error on the driving licence in question is corrected; if he will provide an update on the matter; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
- May 19, 2026PQ to Minister for SocialSocial Welfare Eligibility
Asked the Minister for Social Protection if he will review a matter raised in correspondence (details supplied); if he will advise on the matter; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
- May 19, 2026PQ to Minister for JusticeVisa Applications
Asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration if he will review the case of a person (details supplied); if he will provide an update on the matter; if the application will be expedited given the circumstances; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
- May 19, 2026PQ to Minister for JusticeDepartmental Data
Asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration if he will review the case of a family (details supplied); the status of the application in question; if the matter will be expedited given the circumstances; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
- May 19, 2026PQ to Minister for ChildrenChild and Family Agency
Asked the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality to review correspondence (details supplied); if she will contact TUSLA to arrange a meeting; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- May 19, 2026PQ to Minister for HealthDepartmental Communications
Asked the Minister for Health if she will urgently review the case of a person (details supplied); the status of the outpatient referral; if the appointment will be expedited given the nature of the condition and the extended waiting period; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- May 19, 2026PQ to Minister for HealthHealth Services Waiting Lists
Asked the Minister for Health if she will urgently review the case of a person (details supplied); the status of the medical card application in question; if the matter will be expedited; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- May 19, 2026PQ to Minister for HealthMinisterial Communications
Asked the Minister for Health to review a letter (details supplied); if she will provide an update on the application; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- May 19, 2026PQ to Minister for HealthHealth Service Executive
Asked the Minister for Health if she will urgently provide an update on the HSE's decision regarding the reimbursement of skyclarys for the treatment of Friedreich's ataxia; the timeline for a final decision; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- May 19, 2026PQ to Minister for Further and Higher EducationThird Level Education
Asked the Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science if he will review the case of a person (details supplied); if he will provide an update on the SUSI grant application in question; if the records held by the HEA can be amended to accurately reflect the applicant's attendance history; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
- May 14, 2026PQ to Minister for SocialSocial Welfare Eligibility
Asked the Minister for Social Protection if he will urgently review the case of a person (details supplied); if the family concerned qualify for the grant in question; if he will outline what other supports may be available in the circumstances; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
- May 14, 2026PQ to Minister for HealthHospital Appointments Status
Asked the Minister for Health if she will urgently review the case of a person (details supplied); if she will provide an update on the matter; if the appointment will be expedited given the circumstances; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- May 14, 2026PQ to Minister for RuralGrant Payments
Asked the Minister for Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht for an update on a grant application (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter.
- May 13, 2026PQ to Minister for ForeignPassport Services
Asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade if she will review the passport application of a person (details supplied); if she will provide an update on the status of the application; if the application can be expedited given the urgency of the situation and the imminent travel date; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- May 13, 2026PQ to Minister for TransportDriver Licences
Asked the Minister for Transport if he will review the case of a person (details supplied); if he will provide an update on the status of the application, and the expected timeframe for a decision; if the application could be expedited given the extended waiting period; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
- May 13, 2026PQ to Minister for HealthHealth Services Waiting Lists
Asked the Minister for Health if an urgent appointment can be expedited for a person (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- May 13, 2026PQ to Minister for HealthHospital Appointments Status
Asked the Minister for Health if an appointment with Temple Street Hospital can be expedited (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- May 13, 2026PQ to Minister for HealthHealth Services
Asked the Minister for Health for an update on a speech and language therapy application (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- May 13, 2026PQ to Minister for HealthHealth Services Waiting Lists
Asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting seven-years on an appointment; if this case can be investigated; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- May 12, 2026PQ to Minister for ForeignPassport Services
Asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade for an update on the application for a person (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- May 12, 2026PQ to Minister for ForeignPassport Services
Asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade to review application (details supplied); to investigate same; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- May 12, 2026PQ to Minister for TransportDriver Test
Asked the Minister for Transport if he will review the case of a person (details supplied); if he will indicate whether a driving test appointment can be expedited given the circumstances; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
- May 12, 2026PQ to Minister for EducationDepartmental Correspondence
Asked the Minister for Education and Youth to review correspondence (details supplied); and if she can provide an update on this application.
- May 12, 2026PQ to Minister for ForeignPassport Services
Asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade to review an application for a person (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- May 12, 2026PQ to Minister for HealthHospital Procedures
Asked the Minister for Health the status of an appointment for a person (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- May 12, 2026PQ to Minister for HealthHealth Services Waiting Lists
Asked the Minister for Health for an update on appointment (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- May 12, 2026PQ to Minister for HealthHospital Appointments Status
Asked the Minister for Health the status of the case of a person (details supplied) who is waiting on a hip replacement; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- May 12, 2026PQ to Minister for HealthHospital Appointments Status
Asked the Minister for Health the reason a child (details supplied) is waiting on an MRI; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- May 12, 2026PQ to Minister for HealthDisability Services
Asked the Minister for Health the reason (details supplied) is waiting on speech and language therapy in Cavan; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- May 12, 2026PQ to Minister for Further and Higher EducationGrant Payments
Asked the Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science the funding or grant supports that are available to students from Ireland who are travelling to the United Kingdom to study musical theatre; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
- May 07, 2026PQ to Minister for ForeignTravel Documents
Asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade to review an application and escalate same (details supplied).
- May 07, 2026PQ to Minister for TransportBus Services
Asked the Minister for Transport if he will review correspondence (details supplied); if he will examine the exclusion of a village in County Leitrim from a rural transport route that provides connectivity to a neighbouring county town which has traditionally served as the primary service centre for that area; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
- May 07, 2026PQ to Minister for EducationSchool Accommodation
Asked the Minister for Education and Youth to review an urgent case (details supplied); if her Department will contact the school and update them on their application for additional accommodation; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- May 07, 2026PQ to Minister for HousingHousing Policy
Asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage to review a case (details supplied); his views on whether this is correct; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
- May 06, 2026PQ to Minister for EducationSchool Staff
Asked the Minister for Education and Youth if she will review the case of a person (details supplied); if she will provide an update on an incremental credit application submitted to her Department; if she will outline the expected timeframe for processing; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- May 06, 2026PQ to Minister for SocialSocial Welfare Eligibility
Asked the Minister for Social Protection if he will review the case of a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter.
- May 06, 2026PQ to Minister for AgricultureAnimal Welfare
Asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine if he will review correspondence (details supplied); the plans in place to introduce legislation to regulate the use of animal-drawn vehicles on public roads; if he will indicate whether any such measures would include a complete ban on sulky racing on public roads; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
- May 06, 2026PQ to Minister for HealthHome Help Service
Asked the Minister for Health to confirm whether a person (details supplied) will receive home help support; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- April 30, 2026PQ to Minister for JusticeVisa Applications
Asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration the number of visa applications processed and approved on a weekly basis; if he will provide a breakdown of approvals by category including family reunification, employment, study, and other categories, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
- April 29, 2026PQ to Minister for TransportPublic Transport
Asked the Minister for Transport if he will review matters raised in correspondence (details supplied); if he will engage with Local Link regarding the provision of a rural transport service to the Cross, Mullagh area of County Cavan; the criteria used to determine which communities are provided with a Local Link service; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
- April 29, 2026PQ to Minister for EducationDepartmental Correspondence
Asked the Minister for Education and Youth further to Parliamentary Question No. 218 of 29 May 2025, if she will review correspondence (details supplied) and address the concerns raised; if the questions referred to therein will receive a response; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- April 29, 2026PQ to Minister for SocialSocial Welfare Payments
Asked the Minister for Social Protection if he will review the case of a person (details supplied); if he will provide an update on the application; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
- April 29, 2026PQ to Minister for JusticeVisa Applications
Asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration if he will review matters concerning visa applications (details supplied), and address the concerns raised; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
- April 28, 2026PQ to Minister for ForeignDepartmental Functions
Asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade to expedite an application for a person (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- April 28, 2026PQ to Minister for ForeignDepartmental Functions
Asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade to review the case of a person (details supplied); if the application will be expedited; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- April 28, 2026PQ to Minister for ForeignDepartmental Functions
Asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade to review the case of a person (details supplied); if the application will be expedited; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- April 28, 2026PQ to Minister for SocialDepartmental Reviews
Asked the Minister for Social Protection for an update on a review of a domiciliary care allowance application (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter.
- April 28, 2026PQ to Minister for SocialSocial Welfare Benefits
Asked the Minister for Social Protection to review an application (details supplied) and escalate this case; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
- April 28, 2026PQ to Minister for ChildrenDepartmental Funding
Asked the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality to expedite an application for a club (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- April 28, 2026PQ to Minister for HealthHospital Appointments Status
Asked the Minister for Health to expedite the reading of a scan (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- April 28, 2026PQ to Minister for HealthDepartmental Communications
Asked the Minister for Health to review a case (details supplied); to provide an update on the place requested by the family; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- April 22, 2026PQ to Minister for FinanceFuel Prices
Asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance if he will review the case of a business (details supplied); the supports available to businesses that deliver their own products and do not qualify for existing fuel-related supports as they are neither licenced hauliers nor agricultural contractors; if he will consider introducing measures to assist such businesses with rising fuel costs; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
- April 22, 2026PQ to Minister for EducationSchool Transport
Asked the Minister for Education and Youth further to Parliamentary Question No. 1454 of 14 March 2026, if she will review the correspondence received in relation to a school transport application (details supplied); if she will engage further with Bus Éireann regarding the feasibility of providing a service in the area given local demand; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- April 22, 2026PQ to Minister for EducationSchool Accommodation
Asked the Minister for Education and Youth to review application (details supplied); and if she will provide an update on same.
- April 22, 2026PQ to Minister for HealthMedicinal Products
Asked the Minister for Health if she will review matters raised in correspondence (details supplied); if she will provide an update on the HSE's decision regarding the reimbursement of skyclarys for the treatment of Friedreich's ataxia; if she will note that 619 days have elapsed since the application for reimbursement was submitted by the pharmaceutical company; the timeline for a decision; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- April 21, 2026PQ to Minister for TransportElectric Vehicles
Asked the Minister for Transport if he will report on the roll out of EV chargers in Kingscourt in County Cavan; the details and locations of these chargers, in tabular form; and his plans for the introduction of further chargers in this location; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
- April 21, 2026PQ to Minister for EducationSchool Transport
Asked the Minister for Education and Youth if she will review the case of a person (details supplied) whose children have been deemed ineligible for school transport; if she will clarify the criteria used to determine the nearest school for the purposes of eligibility; the reason concessionary tickets issued cannot be used in conjunction with medical cards; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- April 21, 2026PQ to Minister for SocialPension Provisions
Asked the Minister for Social Protection for an update on an invalidity pension application (details supplied).
- April 21, 2026PQ to Minister for JusticeVisa Applications
Asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration if he will review matters raised in correspondence (details supplied); if he will address the concerns raised; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
- April 21, 2026PQ to Minister for JusticeInternational Protection
Asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration if he will review the case of a family (details supplied); the supports available to the family; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
- April 21, 2026PQ to Minister for JusticeResidency Permits
Asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration if he will review the case of a person (details supplied) whose application is pending; if he will clarify whether the person is permitted to travel while awaiting a decision on their application; if he will indicate whether the application can be expedited given the circumstances; if he will provide an update on their immigration documentation; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
- April 21, 2026PQ to Minister for HealthHealth Services
Asked the Minister for Health for an update on an application (details supplied); if his long term illness card will be expedited; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- April 15, 2026PQ to Minister for SocialPension Provisions
Asked the Minister for Social Protection if he will review the case of a person (details supplied); to provide an update on their pension application; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
- April 15, 2026PQ to Minister for SocialSocial Welfare Appeals
Asked the Minister for Social Protection if he will review the case of a person (details supplied); the status of their fuel allowance application; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
- April 15, 2026PQ to Minister for SocialSocial Welfare Appeals
Asked the Minister for Social Protection if he will review the case of a person (details supplied); the status of their fuel allowance application; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
- April 15, 2026PQ to Minister for SocialSocial Welfare Appeals
Asked the Minister for Social Protection if he will review the case of a person (details supplied); the status of their disability allowance application; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
- April 14, 2026PQ to Minister for ForeignPassport Services
Asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade to review a passport application for a person (details supplied)
- April 14, 2026PQ to Minister for ForeignPassport Services
Asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade to review a passport application (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- April 14, 2026PQ to Minister for FinanceDepartmental Correspondence
Asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance to review correspondence (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter.
- April 14, 2026PQ to Minister for EducationEducation Policy
Asked the Minister for Education and Youth if she will review the case of a person (details supplied) in relation to an incremental credit application for teaching service; the reasons for the decision; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- April 14, 2026PQ to Minister for EducationEducation Policy
Asked the Minister for Education and Youth the criteria for the appointment of home school liaison resources for schools under DEIS supports announced this week; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- April 14, 2026PQ to Minister for EducationEducation Schemes
Asked the Minister for Education and Youth to review correspondence (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- April 14, 2026PQ to Minister for EducationEducation Schemes
Asked the Minister for Education and Youth to review correspondence (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- April 14, 2026PQ to Minister for EducationDepartmental Inquiries
Asked the Minister for Education and Youth to review matters raised in correspondence (details supplied); her plans to help teaching principals meet their demands; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- April 14, 2026PQ to Minister for EducationDepartmental Inquiries
Asked the Minister for Education and Youth if she will review an urgent emergency works application from a school (details supplied) relating to serious health and safety concerns, including lack of appropriate staff facilities, ongoing structural issues, and inadequate provision for special education; if she will expedite the application given the potential risk to staff and pupils; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- April 14, 2026PQ to Minister for EducationSchool Transport
Asked the Minister for Education and Youth if she will review a school transport application (details supplied) seeking the establishment of a new bus route in the Bawnboy area, County Cavan; if she will engage with Bus Éireann regarding the feasibility of providing a service given local demand; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- April 14, 2026PQ to Minister for CultureDepartmental Correspondence
Asked the Minister for Culture, Communications and Sport if he will review the case of a person (details supplied); if he will answer the specific questions raised and address the concerns outlined; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
- April 14, 2026PQ to Minister for HousingWastewater Treatment
Asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage if his recent announcement regarding Developer-Led Wastewater Services Infrastructure (details supplied) will apply to a group of houses in a completely rural setting.; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
- April 14, 2026PQ to Minister for SocialGrant Payments
Asked the Minister for Social Protection if he will review the case of a person (details supplied) in relation to the carer’s support grant; the eligibility criteria for the grant in cases where a person is not eligible for carer’s benefit or carer’s allowance; whether such a person may still qualify for the grant; and if so, whether the application should be made in the name of the carer or the person being cared for; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
- April 14, 2026PQ to Minister for SocialDepartmental Reviews
Asked the Minister for Social Protection if he will review the case of a person (details supplied); address the question raised therein; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
- April 14, 2026PQ to Minister for SocialDepartmental Reviews
Asked the Minister for Social Protection if he will review the case of a person (details supplied); the status of the application; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
- April 14, 2026PQ to Minister for SocialSocial Welfare Payments
Asked the Minister for Social Protection if he will review the case of a person (details supplied); if he will provide an update on their disability allowance application; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
- April 14, 2026PQ to Minister for SocialDepartmental Reviews
Asked the Minister for Social Protection if he will review the case of a person (details supplied); if a person in such circumstances may be eligible for any additional supports; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
- April 14, 2026PQ to Minister for JusticeDepartmental Correspondence
Asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration if he will review a case (details supplied); if he will consider circumstances outlined and provide an update on the matter; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
- April 14, 2026PQ to Minister for HealthDepartmental Communications
Asked the Minister for Health if a hospital appointment will be expedited for a person (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- April 14, 2026PQ to Minister for HealthHealth Services
Asked the Minister for Health to review correspondence (details supplied) and address the issues outlined; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- April 14, 2026PQ to Minister for HealthDepartmental Correspondence
Asked the Minister for Health to review correspondence (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- April 14, 2026PQ to Minister for HealthHospital Appointments Status
Asked the Minister for Health to schedule an urgent appointment for a person (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- April 14, 2026PQ to Minister for HealthHospital Services
Asked the Minister for Health if she will review correspondence (details supplied) regarding access to the Rotunda Hospital's NEST at Home neonatal support programme for families outside the Dublin catchment area; if she will address the concerns raised; if she will consider extending eligibility based on clinical need rather than geography; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- April 14, 2026PQ to Minister for HealthMental Health Services
Asked the Minister for Health if she will review the correspondence (details supplied); if she will address the concerns raised in relation to access to appropriate mental health supports and services; if she will provide an update on the referral made to mental health services; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- April 14, 2026PQ to Minister for HealthHealth Services
Asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 467 of 19 March 2026, if she will review matters raised in correspondence (details supplied); if the concerns raised will be addressed; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- April 14, 2026PQ to Minister for HealthHealth Services Waiting Lists
Asked the Minister for Health to review the case of a person (details supplied); their position on the waiting list; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- April 14, 2026PQ to Minister for HealthHospital Appointments Status
Asked the Minister for Health if she will urgently review the case of a person (details supplied); if the surgery will be expedited due to the circumstances; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
- April 14, 2026PQ to Minister for HealthNursing Homes
Asked the Minister for Health if she will urgently review the case of a person (details supplied) regarding the fair deal scheme; if the matter can be expedited due to the circumstances; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
Dáil contributions
- July 15, 2026DebateBus Services
- July 15, 2026DebatePublic Transport
- July 15, 2026DebateEarly Childhood Care and Education
- July 15, 2026DebateBusiness Regulation
- July 15, 2026DebateSocial Media
- July 14, 2026MotionProtecting the Copyright of Irish Artists in the era of Artificial Intelligence: Motion [Private Members]
- June 30, 2026DebateRegulation of Artificial Intelligence Bill 2026: Committee and Remaining Stages
- June 24, 2026DebateRegulation of Artificial Intelligence Bill 2026: Second Stage
- May 28, 2026DebateBroadcasting (Amendment) Bill 2026: Second Stage
- May 28, 2026DebateBroadcasting (Amendment) Bill 2026: Second Stage (Resumed)
- May 28, 2026DebateRental Sector
- May 28, 2026DebateWaste Management
- May 28, 2026DebateNational Parks and Wildlife Service
- May 28, 2026DebateDisability Services
- May 28, 2026DebatePublic Health (Alcohol) (Amendment) Bill 2025: Second Stage [Private Members]
- April 28, 2026QuestionArtificial Intelligence