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Autism Bill

Autism Bill

I was delighted to speak in the Dáil recently about the Autism Bill. It allows us to shine a light on another neglected area in Irish society. More importantly, though, it allowed us to speak out and represent people with autism, their families & carers and highlight important issues affecting their daily lives. ...

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Finance Bill 2020: Second Stage (Resumed)

Finance Bill 2020: Second Stage (Resumed)

In the Dáil, I spoke about the Finance Bill 2020. I focused on the provision relating to the Naval Service Sea-Going Personnel tax credit. I raised the following points with the Minster. Is this tax credit going to be continued to be rolled over into the future of is it just for a couple of years? I ...

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Dr. Cathal Berry – Issues affecting the Defence Forces

Dr. Cathal Berry – Issues affecting the Defence Forces

 I spoke to the Minister for Defence, Simon Coveney about a number of immediate issues facing the Defence Forces. Removing the requirement for a person to purchase their discharge from the Defence Forces following line service. Improving sea-going pay for the Naval Service. Troops should be ...