43. Deputy Naoise Ó Muirí asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration to outline progress on the Programme for Government commitment to introduce stronger penalties for assaults on emergency workers performing their duties; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [49838/26]

This question asks about progress on a government commitment to increase penalties for assaulting emergency workers. It highlights the importance of protecting those who serve the public in critical roles. The focus is on legislative action to ensure tougher consequences for such offenses, aiming to deter future attacks and support frontline services.