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Haulage Industry (3 Jul 2012)

Heather Humphreys: Is the Minister in a position to assure the House that none of this illegal diesel is making its way into the school transport system, possibly through its use by private operators? Is there a mechanism in place to monitor the position in this regard?

Written Answers — Medical Cards: Medical Cards (12 Jul 2012)

Heather Humphreys: Question 225: To ask the Minister for Health when a person (details supplied) in County Monaghan will receive their medical card; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [34041/12]

Consumer Credit (Amendment) Bill 2012: Second Stage (Resumed) [Private Members] (18 Jul 2012)

Heather Humphreys: I compliment Deputy Pearse Doherty on introducing the Consumer Credit (Amendment) Bill 2012. While I will not be supporting it, I recognise the spirit in which the Bill has been brought forward and welcome the opportunity it affords us to discuss the issue of moneylending. This debate is important because it highlights the activities of moneylenders and the negative impact their activities...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Finance, Public Expenditure and Reform: Credit Union Bill 2012: Discussion with Irish League of Credit Unions (19 Sep 2012)

Heather Humphreys: I welcome Mr. Brennan. It is good to receive this report. He made a number of points in his presentation about the restriction on the length of time directors could serve and the prohibition of persons serving on boards. Others have the view that the volunteer role in credit unions will be enhanced rather than diminished by the Bill. On the prohibition of persons, what did Mr. Brennan...

Written Answers — Department of Social Protection: Social Welfare Appeals Status (20 Sep 2012)

Heather Humphreys: To ask the Minister for Social Protection when a person (details supplied) in County Cavan can expect to receive a date for their Social Welfare appeal oral hearing; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [39833/12]

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Finance, Public Expenditure and Reform: Credit Union Bill 2012: Discussion (Resumed) (20 Sep 2012)

Heather Humphreys: I agree with previous speakers. Credit unions have always had a concern for their members and customers. We cannot say the banks have shown the same concern given the role that the pursuit of profits has had in causing our current mess. The credit unions have been mindful of the needs of their members and customers and this has to be taken into account when we consider governance and...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Finance, Public Expenditure and Reform: Credit Union Bill 2012: Discussion (Resumed) (20 Sep 2012)

Heather Humphreys: I can see the merits of this, people would have the comfort of knowing they have a facility with the credit union they can call upon if necessary. From an administration point of view, it costs the same to issue a loan of €100 as a loan of €10,000. For that sort of small loan that is granted on a regular basis, there is definitely merit in this idea. People will know they can...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Finance, Public Expenditure and Reform: Credit Union Bill 2012: Discussion (Resumed) (20 Sep 2012)

Heather Humphreys: There is no question but that volunteers have played a huge role in the credit union movement and that it is very important that we protect them. The credit union movement has changed completely and volunteers and their role need protection. We must ensure they will continue to play an important role. It would be very useful for the committee to know how many credit unions do not have...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Finance, Public Expenditure and Reform: Credit Union Bill 2012: Discussion (Resumed) (20 Sep 2012)

Heather Humphreys: I also wondered whether we could get a figure for the number of volunteers.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Finance, Public Expenditure and Reform: Credit Union Bill 2012: Discussion (Resumed) (20 Sep 2012)

Heather Humphreys: Would it be possible to invite the members of the Commission on Credit Unions before the committee because the draft legislation was based on the report they prepared? It would be beneficial if we could have even a short exchange with them and put some questions to them.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Finance, Public Expenditure and Reform: Credit Union Bill 2012: Discussion (Resumed) (20 Sep 2012)

Heather Humphreys: I accept that.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Finance, Public Expenditure and Reform: Credit Union Bill 2012: Discussion (Resumed) (20 Sep 2012)

Heather Humphreys: I thank the witnesses for the presentation. One point we have failed to take into account is the fact that credit union membership is part of a common bond and they are very restricted in their membership. I do not think the rules relating to dormant accounts apply in the same way as they do to banks because credit unions are based in the community. There is a social conscience behind the...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Finance, Public Expenditure and Reform: Credit Union Bill 2012: Discussion (Resumed) (20 Sep 2012)

Heather Humphreys: In terms of an explanation of the tax expenditure-----

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Finance, Public Expenditure and Reform: Credit Union Bill 2012: Discussion (Resumed) (20 Sep 2012)

Heather Humphreys: What are they?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Finance, Public Expenditure and Reform: Credit Union Bill 2012: Discussion (Resumed) (20 Sep 2012)

Heather Humphreys: I thank Mr. Johnson for his presentation. There has been extensive discussion of the role of treasurer. I ask Mr. Johnson for his views on the role of treasurer as proposed in the Bill. Does he believe the Bill will restrict a credit union board in designating a specific director to take responsibility for examining in detail the financial reports produced by management and staff? Has he...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Finance, Public Expenditure and Reform: Credit Union Bill 2012: Discussion (Resumed) (20 Sep 2012)

Heather Humphreys: I thank Ms Gilleece for her presentation. We have discussed the restrictions on board memberships and terms of office. What is her opinion in this regard and why did the commission impose some of these restrictions on persons eligible for board membership? How many boards will be affected and what will its impact be? What are the barriers to the formation of credit union service...

An Bille um an Aonú Leasú is Tríocha ar an mBunreacht (Leanaí) 2012: An Dara Céim (Atógáil) - Thirty-First Amendment of the Constitution (Children) Bill 2012: Second Stage (Resumed) (26 Sep 2012)

Heather Humphreys: I compliment the Minister for Children and Youth Affairs, Deputy Frances Fitzgerald, on introducing the proposed amendment to the Constitution which will protect children, support families and ensure all children are treated equally. The amendment represents a large amount of work. I know the Minister and her staff have worked extremely hard and consulted widely to produce a carefully...

An Bille um an Aonú Leasú is Tríocha ar an mBunreacht (Leanaí) 2012: An Dara Céim (Atógáil) - Thirty-First Amendment of the Constitution (Children) Bill 2012: Second Stage (Resumed) (26 Sep 2012)

Heather Humphreys: I compliment the Minister for Children and Youth Affairs, Deputy Frances Fitzgerald, on introducing the proposed amendment to the Constitution which will protect children, support families and ensure all children are treated equally. The amendment represents a large amount of work. I know the Minister and her staff have worked extremely hard and consulted widely to produce a carefully...

Written Answers — Department of Social Protection: Redundancy Payments (26 Sep 2012)

Heather Humphreys: To ask the Minister for Social Protection when a person (details supplied) in County Monaghan may expect to receive her redundancy payment; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [40951/12]

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Disadvantaged Areas Scheme Payments (4 Oct 2012)

Heather Humphreys: To ask the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine when a person (details supplied) in County Monaghan will receive their disadvantaged area payment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42427/12]