Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 6 May 2026
740. Deputy Barry Ward asked the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality if she has raised the effect on the basic European principle on the freedom of movement due to the lack of consistency of rights of members of the LGBTQ+ community across the European Union; her plans to ensure these rights for Irish and other European citizens; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [32009/26]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe Government is fully committed to the protection and promotion of the fundamental rights of LGBTIQ+ people, including the freedom of movement within the European Union. The Government supports continued EU-wide action to strengthen equality and non-discrimination, including through the implementation of the EU LGBTIQ Equality Strategy, and will continue to advocate for the protection of the rights of Irish and all EU citizens.
The objectives of the National LGBTIQ+ Inclusion Strategy II 2024–2028, and its initial Action Plan for 2025 and 2026 support the EU LGBTIQ Equality Strategy, and includes actions to advance equality for LGBTIQ+ people internationally and to support EU action to promote rights and protections. Ireland will continue to advocate for non-discrimination and equal treatment for Irish and all EU citizens in line with EU law and values.
