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Disability Matters Committee calls on Government to hold crisis talks on national measures to support transformation of Disability Services
I along with my Oireachtas colleagues on The Joint Committee on Disability Matters today, Thursday February 23rd published its report on Aligning Disability Services with the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with [...]
Welcomes commencement of construction of new Outpatient building at Merlin Park, Galway
I have received confirmation that construction works are to begin within the next two week on the new Outpatient building at Merlin Park Hospital Galway. This facility when complete will provide outpatient facilities in line [...]
As Nursing Homes close the disruption to older residents is immeasurable
I along with the Regional Group of TDs met with voluntary and private Nursing Home representatives to discuss the struggle to stay open, which is a significant issue of concern within our communities as it [...]
Proposed new National School Building projects for Tuam progressing
I have received confirmation that progress is being made with the proposed new National Schools Building Project for Tuam. “The Minister for Education has confirmed to me that the building project for the school is [...]
Challenges Minister for Education to ensure School Transport Plans for September 2023 are put in place now to avoid last year’s mess.
I have challenged the Minister for Education to make timely decisions in February on how she wants the School Transport to operate from September 2023. “These decisions are required now to allow for the Schools [...]
Athenry New Schools Projects progressing.
I have received confirmation from the Minister for Education that progress is being made on the building projects to amalgamate Athenry Boys and Athenry Girls National Schools and the proposed Gaelscoil campus. “The Minister has [...]