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Seanad Éireann · 2025-12-04

Gnó an tSeanaid - Business of Seanad

CC Maria Byrne · Agricultural Panel

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The Cathaoirleach received notice from the following Senators that they propose to raise the following matters: Senator Eileen Lynch - The need for the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage to make a statement on the current requirements for local authorities to provide work placements for those with disabilities; outline the funding allocated; and confirm if all local authorities have complied with the Comprehensive Employment Strategy for People with Disabilities 2015-2024. Senator Pauline Tully - The need for the Minister for Transport to make a statement on the provision of additional funding to local authorities to ensure the maintenance of local roads, in particular funding to Cavan County Council.

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The Cathaoirleach received notice from the following Senators that they propose to raise the following matters:

Senator Eileen Lynch - The need for the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage to make a statement on the current requirements for local authorities to provide work placements for those with disabilities; outline the funding allocated; and confirm if all local authorities have complied with the Comprehensive Employment Strategy for People with Disabilities 2015-2024.

Senator Pauline Tully - The need for the Minister for Transport to make a statement on the provision of additional funding to local authorities to ensure the maintenance of local roads, in particular funding to Cavan County Council.

Senator Sarah O'Reilly - The need for the Minister for Transport to make a statement on the number of kilometres of regional and rural roads being maintained on an annual basis.

Senator Mike Kennelly - The need for the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality to make a statement on the new childminding regulations for home-based childcare providers.

The matters raised by the Senators are suitable for discussion and they will be taken now.

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