2. Deputy Shay Brennan asked the Taoiseach when the Cabinet committee on climate action, environment and energy will meet next. [9482/25]

Sentiment score: 0.09

Ireland has one of the best offshore wind resources in Europe, yet progress in developing the sector has been slow due to regulatory hurdles, infrastructural challenges and delays in project approvals. Given the urgent need to decarbonise our energy system and meet our 2030 climate targets, what specific actions is the Government taking to streamline the planning process, attract investment and ensure that Ireland becomes a leader in offshore wind energy?

Sentiment score: 0.83

20. Deputy Shay Brennan asked the Taoiseach if he will report on his attendance at the EU leaders' informal retreat on 3 February 2025. [11136/25]

Sentiment score: 0.07

During recent European Council meetings, I understand Ireland has been a vocal supporter of Ukraine's bid for fast-tracked EU membership. Could the Taoiseach elaborate on the specific role Ireland has played in these discussions? Has he proposed any concrete measures or timelines to facilitate Ukraine's integration into the EU, especially given the challenges of aligning with EU standards while the country is still at war? How does Ireland balance its support for Ukraine with the concerns of other candidate countries, which may have been waiting for many years to progress their accession process?

Sentiment score: 0.19