Naoise Ó Cearúil
Kildare North · Fianna Fáil · Ireland
“It was an excellent evening in the French Embassy last night, particularly with Michel Barnier, the Taoiseach and the ambassador. Notwithstanding that, further to the Taoiseach's meeting with Prime Minister Sánchez, it is exciting that there will be an Ireland-Spain joint action plan. When does the Taoiseach plan on finalising this?”
“Europe's task is not simply to embrace AI blindly; it is to shape AI in a way that serves its citizens in their best interests. That means investing in skills, digital literacy, worker protection and innovation. It means ensuring that creative workers, journalists, young people and ordinary citizens are not left behind.”
“A trusted European AI capability could support SMEs, public administration, translation across European languages, healthcare, education, research and democratic resilience. It does not need to be the biggest model in the world to be useful.”
“I will focus on the competitiveness element of the European Council and Ireland's Presidency of the Council of the European Union because this may become one of the most important parts of our Presidency. Europe is at a crossroads.”
“Europe needs to think more seriously and strategically about sovereign AI capability. That does not mean trying to build an EU version of every major American or Chinese model. That is simply not realistic or within our means. However, Europe should not be wholly dependent on models built, controlled and governed elsewhere.”
“Ireland has always understood that the European Union is more than a market; it is a community of values. However, if those values are to endure, Europe must be strong, innovative and competitive.”
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“It is great to see the amount of work that is happening in the Department. I ask that those involved in dealing with this matter might look at the councils in how they approach this issue. The likes of the housing adaptation grant should be more readily available. People should have greater opportunities to apply for that grant in order to allow them to have the works it covers carried out.”
“Go raibh maith ag an Aire. It is great to see the progress the Government and the Minister and his Department are making in such a short space of time. As the Minister outlined, people with disabilities face additional costs, be it in the context of healthcare, medication, transport of whatever. It is important that we provide people living with a disability with the ability to not just live but also to thrive, that we ensure there is no hindrance on the part of the State and that we are assist them as much as possible. In the context of the additional positive measures outlined in the programme for Government, such as a permanent annual cost of disability support payment, an increased weekly disability payment and a domiciliary care allowance, are there timelines for the introduction of these?”
“Fiafraím den Aire maidir lena na gcuid pleananna chun a chinntiú go bhfuil an córas leasa coimirce forásach agus go gcumhachtaítear do dhaoine faoi mhíchumas saol iomlán neamhspleách a chaitheamh agus an ndéanfaidh sé ráiteas ar an ábhar? What are the Minister's plans for ensuring that the social welfare system is progressive and empowers people with disabilities to live full and independent lives?”
“We are going a long way as a Government towards assisting with the cost of childcare but access continues to be an issue. These are combined issues for new families and parents. I welcome the level of work the Government and the Department in particular are doing.”
“Naturally, I welcome the grant. In the programme for Government, there are a number of very good commitments for families and young children and this grant, for example, goes a long way towards helping with the costs that come with having a newborn. There is talk in the document of examining the extension of parent's leave and benefit and providing additional flexibility. I ask that consideration also be given to that leave in the Houses of the Oireachtas. No formal paternity leave is granted to TDs and Senators and that is something we should look at in a modern Parliament to reflect what happens in wider society. Separately, while I understand this is not directly part of the Minister's brief, childcare remains a major hurdle.”
“Déanaim comhghairdeas leis an Leas-Cheann Comhairle sa ról nua atá aige agus leis an Aire chomh maith. Ba mhaith liom fiafraí den Aire Coimirce Sóisialaí cé mhéid deontas de naíonáin nuabheirthe atá tugtha anois do thuismitheoirí i gContae Chill Dara agus an ndéanfaidh sé ráiteas ar an ábhar. How many newborn baby grants have been made to parents in Kildare and will the Minister make a statement on the matter?”
“Along with my colleagues, I will advocate tirelessly on behalf of the people of Kildare North and this country in the interests of making real progress for our communities.”
“Larysa Gerasko and members of the Ukrainian community who are here today and reaffirm our steadfast support for the Ukrainian people. Their resilience and courage inspire us all. Ireland stands with Ukraine, and we will continue to support it in pursuing a peaceful and just end to this devastating conflict. I acknowledge the 19,000 Irish hosts of Ukrainian guests and I urge the Minister of State to extend the accommodation recognition payment to March 2026. Stability is crucial for hosts and guests alike. Any changes to this scheme must be phased in gradually with clear alternatives and full consultation with hosts and front-line services such as Helping Irish Hosts. I also put on the record my support for Ukraine's membership of the European Union. I am here to bring a pragmatic and dynamic voice to this House.”
“I am delighted to share the news that Aly and I welcomed our new son Liam two weeks ago today. Becoming a father only deepens my commitment to building a better future for all our children. I will work tirelessly on behalf of the people of Kildare North to ensure that we receive the services we deserve, from crèches and schools to healthcare, public transport and community services. I am committed to securing a second bridge for Celbridge, resolving the issues at Castletown House, delivering a community centre and swimming pool for Maynooth, revitalising Leixlip town centre and ensuring proper public services and public transport for Naas, Clane, Kilcock, rural Kildare and the entire county. As we mark the third anniversary of the Russian invasion of Ukraine, I acknowledge the H.E.”
“Ar dtús báire, is mór an onóir dom labhairt anseo inniu den chéad uair sa Dáil. Gabhaim fíorbhuíochas le muintir Chill Dara Thuaidh as ucht an onóir seo a thabhairt dom. Chomh maith leis sin, gabhaim buíochas le m'fhoireann agus le mo chlann as an tacaíocht a thug siad dom i mo shaol sa pholaitíocht agus ar ndóigh sa toghchán deireanach. As this is my first time speaking in the Dáil, I am deeply honoured to stand here today as a representative for Kildare North. My heartfelt thanks go to my family, friends, team and supporters, whose help, support and encouragement made this moment possible. To the people of Kildare North, thank you. I promise to work day and night for our community and our country. I send special thanks to my wife, Aly, for her incredible support. Politics is never a solo journey. I could not have done this without her.”