Dáil debates

Tuesday, 21 February 2012

  • Social Insurance (10 speeches)
    I did not anticipate we would be discussing this issue here on 21 February because the impression was given that it was off the agenda. It was an initial proposal by the Minister for Social and...
  • Higher Education Grants (4 speeches)
    I am delighted to raise this issue of importance in my constituency and, I am sure, across the country. It has been raised time and again by a number of my constituents who are affected by it....
  • Leader Programmes (5 speeches)
    I welcome the opportunity to speak on this topic as it is very important. I ask the Minister to consider re-opening funding for the agrifood and horticulture sectors under Leader funding. This...
  • Dublin Regeneration Project (7 speeches)
    Last week Dublin City Council decided to close a construction project site at the old St. Michael's Estate in Inchicore. That decision was unwarranted and will have serious repercussions for the...