FF
2026-04-15 · Seanad
Investment in Youth Work: Motion
At 9.30 a.m. tomorrow morning.
On prevailing side: this member voted with the winning side in 191 of 191 decisive votes (0 abstentions excluded). Read it as a government-or-opposition indicator rather than a measure of influence — the figure is near 100% for members supporting the government of the day and near 0% for those opposing it.
This is the point of the site: contributions keep the party held on the day, not the one held now.
| Party | Recorded as | Contributions | Period |
|---|---|---|---|
| CC | Ceann Comhairle / Chair | 111 | 2025-09-24 – 2026-07-09 |
| FF | Fianna Fáil | 84 | 2025-02-12 – 2026-09-24 |
Membership spells on record: FF 2025-01-29–present
At 9.30 a.m. tomorrow morning.
Cuirim fáilte roimh an Aire Stáit, an Teachta Dillon, go dtí an Seanad.
Is Senator McCarthy pressing the amendment?
When is it proposed to take Report Stage?
Is that agreed? Agreed.
When is it proposed to take Fifth Stage?
Is that agreed? Agreed.
Táim an-bhuíoch a bheith in ann caint faoin ábhar thar a bheith tábhachtach seo. I welcome the opportunity to speak on the important role of special needs assistants in our education system this evening. As someone who comes from a teaching background, I have seen at first hand the extraordinary work carried out by SNAs every day in schools across the country. They are a vital part of the school community and play a central role in supporting children with additional needs to fully participate in education. For man…
Sula dtéim ar aghaidh, cuirim fáilte roimh na cuairteoirí atá sa Ghailearaí inniu, atá istigh leis an OPLA. Gabhaim buíochas leo as ucht teacht isteach.
Sula dtéimid ar aghaidh, tá vóta tar éis a bheith glaoite sa Dáil. A vote has been called in the Dáil. It has just been called if the Minister of State wants to wrap this up for a minute.
Yes, okay.
Cuirim fáilte roimh an Aire Stáit, an Teachta O'Sullivan.
Is that agreed? Agreed.
Sula mbogaim ar aghaidh go dtí an Aire, cuirim fáilte roimh na cuairteoirí san Áiléar inniu ó Irish Countrywomen's Association, Marlay Guild. Tá míle fáilte rompu.
I second the motion.
I am glad to be bringing this motion today together with my party colleagues. Fianna Fáil is committed to making the online world safer for everyone, especially children and young people. We are at a pivotal moment in our digital transformation. Artificial intelligence is reshaping how we live, work, learn and interact as a society. Ireland has strong digital foundations and a well-earned reputation as a global digital hub. Growing up online offers extraordinary opportunity. Our young people can learn, create, conn…
Luaigh an tAire na deacrachtaí agus na dúshláin atá romhainn maidir leis an nGaeilge, chomh maith leis an ngluaiseacht atá ann chun an Ghaeilge a bheith níos forleithne sa tír. Ag an am céanna, áfach, is tábhachtach an dea-obair atá déanta ag an Aire a aithint. Sa bhuiséad deireanach, d'éirigh leis méadú 29% a bhaint amach i mbuiséad iomlán a Roinne. Ciallaíonn sé sin go bhfuil méadú €36 milliún againn i mbliana as buiséad iomlán de €159 milliún. Mar gheall air sin, má fheictear ar na figiúirí, tá €3 milliún sa bhr…
Before we move on, I welcome Roisin McLoughlin from St Brigid's College, Loughrea, and Anne Whelan, who are guests of Senator Anne Rabbitte today. Tá fáilte rompu.
Before I invite the Minister to respond I must welcome the transition year students in the Public Gallery, who are here today with the Office of the Ombudsman. Tá fáilte mhór romhaibh agus go raibh míle maith agaibh as ucht teacht isteach.
With the Senators' agreement, we will suspend while the Dáil vote takes place. Is that agreed? Agreed.