Dáil debates

Thursday, 7 November 2013

• Prelude (0 speeches)
  Chuaigh an Leas-Cheann Comhairle i gceannas ar 9.30 a.m.
• Ceisteanna - Questions - Priority Questions (0 speeches)
  • Public Transport Fares (15 speeches)
    1. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport how he intends to address the increasing cost of public transport here; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [47216/13]
  • National Transport Authority (8 speeches)
    3. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the position regarding the Dublin city centre study being undertaken by the National Transport Authority in relation to the development of...
  • Road Improvement Schemes (6 speeches)
    4. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the impact on the National Roads Authority and local authorities road maintenance programme as a result of the reduction in revenue...
  • Air Services Provision (7 speeches)
    5. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport his plans for the State's stake in Aer Lingus; if he considers it is of any strategic value to the State; the role the State gains from its...
• Other Questions (0 speeches)
  • Tourism Project Funding (11 speeches)
    6. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the progress that has been made in developing Spike Island as a tourist attraction; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46977/13]
  • Driving Licence Issues (11 speeches)
    7. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport his views on the initial difficulties of the new National Driver Licence Service to operate effectively; and if he will make a statement on...
  • Public Procurement Contracts Social Clause (7 speeches)
    8. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he will consider providing for the inclusion of local and social employment clauses in any future capital projects to be progressed by...
  • Tourism Project Funding (12 speeches)
    11. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport his views on the provision of a Diaspora centre as an iconic tourism attraction; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46982/13]
  • Sports Capital Programme Applications (29 speeches)
    14. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport when he will invite applications for the next round of the sports capital programme; if there will be changes to the terms and conditions...
• Finance (No. 2) Bill 2013: Second Stage (Resumed) (16 speeches)
  Question again proposed: "That the Bill be now read a Second Time."
• Topical Issue Matters (1 speech)
  I wish to advise the House of the following matters in respect of which notice has been given under Standing Order 27A and the name of the Member in each case: (1) Deputy Paudie Coffey - the need...
• Finance (No. 2) Bill 2013: Second Stage (Resumed) (3 speeches)
  Question again proposed: "That the Bill be now read a Second Time."
• Leaders' Questions (35 speeches)
  The Tánaiste will be aware of the concerns that have been expressed about the ability of the Health Service Executive to deliver front-line services in 2014, particularly when it is faced...
• Order of Business (133 speeches)
  The Order of Business is No. 19, motion re proposed approval by Dáil Éireann for a regulation of the European Parliament and of the Council amending EU Regulation No. 1215/2012 on...
• Jurisdiction and the Recognition and Enforcement of Judgments in Civil and Commercial Matters: Motion (1 speech)
  I move:That Dáil Éireann approves the exercise by the State of the option or discretion under Protocol No. 21 on the position of the United Kingdom and Ireland in respect of the area of...
• Adaptation to Article 290 of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union: Motion (1 speech)
  I move:That Dáil Éireann approves the exercise by the State of the option or discretion under Protocol No. 21 on the position of the United Kingdom and Ireland in respect of the area of...
• Irish Aviation Authority Act 1993 (Amendment of Schedule) (Annex 19 to Chicago Convention) Order 2013: Referral to Joint Committee (1 speech)
  I move:That the proposal that Dáil Éireann approves the following Order in draft: Irish Aviation Authority Act 1993 (Amendment of Schedule) (Annex 19 to Chicago Convention) Order 2013,a...
• Finance (No. 2) Bill 2013: Second Stage (Resumed) (60 speeches)
  Question again proposed: "That the Bill be now read a Second Time."
• Message from Seanad (1 speech)
  Seanad Éireann has passed the Social Welfare and Pensions Bill 2013, without amendment.
• Topical Issue Debate (0 speeches)
  • Social and Affordable Housing Provision (4 speeches)
    The Minister of State at the Department of the Environment, Community and Local Government, Deputy Jan O'Sullivan, has inherited a dreadful legacy in her social housing portfolio. This is the...
  • Dublin Water Shortage (10 speeches)
    The issue of water was topical last week and into this week here in the capital city because many did not have it throughout the day. The population is the greatest concern, but it was...
  • Institutes of Technology Issues (8 speeches)
    In 2010, a number of lecturers within Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology, GMIT, became concerned about the treatment of allegations and instances of plagiarism and cheating within the institute....