Welcome commitment to make progress on Vietnam adoption cases
The government has announcement that it will look to begin discussions on interim arrangement with Vietnam with regards adoption is to be welcomed. I have previously asked the Minister for Health and Children in Dáil Éireann to clarify the position in relation to families waiting to adopt from Vietnam. Nationally, over 350 families have been affected, as the […]
Communication from US Ambassador’s office regarding Shannon and President Obama’s visit
I have received communication from US Ambassador to Ireland Dan Rooney’s office, taking note of my request that President Obama use Shannon while visiting Ireland. The US President confirmed to An Toiseach Enda Kenny that he will visit Ireland towards the end of May on a state visit. Last week I wrote to the US […]
Sixteen Clare Schools to receive Summer Works Scheme Funding
I want to welcome the announcement that sixteen Clare schools will benefit from the Summer Works Scheme. This scheme will see major improvements in primary and post primary schools across County Clare. County Clare has done very well from the allocation, which is worth over €40 million to 453 schools nationwide. In total sixteen schools […]