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European Union Reform Treaty: Statements (16 Oct 2007)

Michael Creed: They will hardly let the Minister of State with responsibility for European affairs, Deputy Roche, out, as he does not agree with the tune being sung.

European Union Reform Treaty: Statements (16 Oct 2007)

Michael Creed: What about the Taoiseach?

European Union Reform Treaty: Statements (16 Oct 2007)

Michael Creed: I thank Deputy Clune for sharing her time. I welcome the opportunity to make a brief contribution about the proposed treaty. I want to take up the point on which Deputy Clune concluded. There is almost a sleight of hand involved in approving this treaty at European level with little or no reference to this Chamber. That is a poor start to a debate that, ultimately, will have to be decided...

European Union Reform Treaty: Statements (16 Oct 2007)

Michael Creed: When eminent commentators such as former Commissioner Sutherland castigate the Government over its position, it is time to sit up and take notice. I put more faith in what Mr. Sutherland has to say than in many of the commentators defending the Government position. We have benefited hugely from Europe. If, however, we want to talk about the Government moving away from centre stage in terms...

Written Answers — Tax Code: Tax Code (16 Oct 2007)

Michael Creed: Question 188: To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance if he will investigate and rectify the level of tax being paid by a person (details supplied) in County Cork who is currently on emergency tax. [23660/07]

Written Answers — Tax Code: Tax Code (16 Oct 2007)

Michael Creed: Question 218: To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance when he will establish the commission on taxation. [24087/07]

Written Answers — Irish Language: Irish Language (16 Oct 2007)

Michael Creed: Question 380: To ask the Minister for Community, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs if he will clarify the situation regarding the function of Údarás na Gaeltachta when it comes to promoting employment for persons in the Gaeltacht; if a working use of the Irish language is a prerequisite for employment in companies assisted by Údarás na Gaeltachta; and if he will make a statement on the...

Written Answers — Decentralisation Programme: Decentralisation Programme (16 Oct 2007)

Michael Creed: Question 386: To ask the Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Food the situation regarding proposals to decentralise the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food to Portlaoise, County Laois. [23659/07]

Written Answers — Grant Payments: Grant Payments (16 Oct 2007)

Michael Creed: Question 396: To ask the Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Food the health and safety requirements applicants have to meet regarding approval for control for farmyard pollution grants. [23744/07]

Written Answers — Beef Imports: Beef Imports (16 Oct 2007)

Michael Creed: Question 397: To ask the Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Food the amount of Brazilian beef imported into Ireland and the EU in 2006; the amount that underwent substantial transformation here; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [23745/07]

Written Answers — Grant Payments: Grant Payments (16 Oct 2007)

Michael Creed: Question 398: To ask the Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Food if she will sanction a grant for farmyard improvements for a person (details supplied). [23746/07]

Written Answers — Grant Payments: Grant Payments (16 Oct 2007)

Michael Creed: Question 399: To ask the Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Food the amount of money available from her Department for farmyard improvement grants; the number of applications received to date; the amount of moneys approved and drawn down; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [23747/07]

Written Answers — Afforestation Programme: Afforestation Programme (16 Oct 2007)

Michael Creed: Question 400: To ask the Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Food if she will honour the commitment given by her on 4 May 2007 in Donegal that she would remove the replanting obligation on forestry owners; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [23748/07]

Written Answers — Milk Quota: Milk Quota (16 Oct 2007)

Michael Creed: Question 411: To ask the Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Food the likelihood of a super levy on milk production here for 2007/2008; and if in view of the global market for milk and an anticipated 3% quota increase in 2008, she will ensure that there will be no undue financial penalties levied on Irish dairy producers arising from over production in 2007. [24086/07]

Written Answers — Citizenship Applications: Citizenship Applications (16 Oct 2007)

Michael Creed: Question 518: To ask the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform if he will clarify the situation regarding residency, entitlement to citizenship and naturalisation of the spouse of a British citizen who is a non-EU passport holder; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23661/07]

Written Answers — Water Quality: Water Quality (16 Oct 2007)

Michael Creed: Question 576: To ask the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government if his Department or the EPA has evaluated the threat to drinking water quality arising from the lack of adequate treatment capacity for sewage in local authorities; if data is available on this on a county basis; the way this threat compares with others including industry; and the sanctions that are...

Order of Business (17 Oct 2007)

Michael Creed: Hear, hear.

Order of Business (17 Oct 2007)

Michael Creed: On the same point, the long-promised legislation to which Deputy Stanton refers is critical for those involved in the beef, pig and poultry industries. I understand the sponsoring Department may be the Department of Health and Children. In view of the disconnect between the Minister for Health and Children and the House — I believe she has not appeared in the Chamber since the session...

Order of Business (17 Oct 2007)

Michael Creed: Yes, the legislation in question was promised more than three years ago.

Order of Business (17 Oct 2007)

Michael Creed: The Government obviously does not intend to honour the promise made by the Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Food.