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Autism is not a health issue; it is a human rights issue
I along with my colleagues in the Regional Group of Independent TDs have re-introduced and will support and progress the Autism Bill through second stage this Wednesday morning in the Dáil. Regional group members state [...]
Welcome announcement of 70% Advance Payments of 2021 Basic Payment Scheme
I welcome the announcement by the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Charlie McConalogue TD, that the payment of advance payments under the 2021 Basic Payment Scheme (BPS) (including Greening) have commenced. “I am [...]
Congratulations to Galway schools for getting top marks for valuing water in Green-Schools awards
I congratulate Galway schools who have been honoured for their efforts in highlighting the value of water in all our lives at the annual Green-Schools Awards. Hosted by An Taisce’s Green-Schools and Irish Water, this [...]
Outpatient waiting lists at Galway University Hospital out of control.
I have received confirmation that almost 55,000 adults are currently on the waiting list on the Outpatients Galway University Hospital. There are in excess of 19,000 of these people on these waiting list longer than [...]
Calls on the Government to finalise negotiations on pensions entitlement for Community Employment Supervisors
I have called on the Government to engage with unions representing the CE Supervisors to ensure an immediate resolution to this long running injustice. “The CE Supervisors are providing an enormous service in communities right [...]
Welcome confirmation of recommencement of the Primary Care Psychology service for Headford / Lackagh area.
I have received confirmation from the HSE that the Primary Care Psychology service for the Headford / Lackagh area has recommenced following the successful recruitment of a Psychologist for Primary Care Child and Family Services. [...]