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Offshore Exploration (14 Sep 2011)

Éamon Ó Cuív: The Minister's party did.

Offshore Exploration (14 Sep 2011)

Éamon Ó Cuív: The Minister's party did.

Offshore Exploration (14 Sep 2011)

Éamon Ó Cuív: Will the Minister recommend that the Minister for Finance change the tax terms for the Corrib regime, since he said that they could be changed at any time?

Alternative Energy Projects (14 Sep 2011)

Éamon Ó Cuív: Question 4: To ask the Minister for Communications; Energy and Natural Resources if he intends giving approval to the REFIT programme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23963/11]

Written Answers — Caighdeán na Gaeilge: Caighdeán na Gaeilge (21 Jul 2011)

Éamon Ó Cuív: Question 396: To ask the Aire Ealaíon, Oidhreachta agus Gaeltachta an bhfuil i gceist an leagan leasaithe de Chaighdeán na Gaeilge a réitíodh taobh istigh dá Roinn a fhoilsiú agus má tá cén uair a fhoilseofar é agus an ndéanfaidh sé ráiteas ina thaobh. [22369/11]

Written Answers — Seirbhísí Farantóireachta: Seirbhísí Farantóireachta (21 Jul 2011)

Éamon Ó Cuív: Question 397: To ask the Aire Ealaíon, Oidhreachta agus Gaeltachta ó tharla cúraimí na nOileán a bheith air céard atáá dhéanamh aige lena chinntiú go mbeidh daoine i gcathaoireacha rothaí in ann dul ar gach seoladh ó Ros an Mhíl go dtí Oileáin Árann agus an ndéanfaidh sé ráiteas ina thaobh. [22372/11]

Written Answers — Chuanta Iascaigh: Chuanta Iascaigh (21 Jul 2011)

Éamon Ó Cuív: Question 583: To ask the Aire Talmhaíochta, Iascaigh agus Bia an bhfuil i gceist táillí páirceála a ghearradh ar oileánaigh ag an gclós páirceála de chuid na Roinne i Ros an Mhíl ó tharla nár gearradh táillí ar oileánaigh go dtí seo agus an ndéanfaidh sé ráiteas ina thaobh. [22370/11]

Written Answers — Chuanta Iascaigh: Chuanta Iascaigh (21 Jul 2011)

Éamon Ó Cuív: Question 584: To ask the Aire Talmhaíochta, Iascaigh agus Bia cé na socruithe atáá ndéanamh lena chinntiú go mbeidh daoine i gcathaoireacha rothaí in ann dul ar gach seoladh ó Ros an Mhíl go dtí Oileáin Árann; agus an ndéanfaidh sé ráiteas ina thaobh. [22371/11]

Order of Business (Resumed) (21 Jul 2011)

Éamon Ó Cuív: It has been customary at this time of year-----

Order of Business (Resumed) (21 Jul 2011)

Éamon Ó Cuív: -----for Opposition parties to oppose the motion on the adjournment of the Dáil for the summer and try to add to the myth that politicians are on holiday when the Dáil is not sitting in plenary session. I am not going to add to this fable today.

Order of Business (Resumed) (21 Jul 2011)

Éamon Ó Cuív: I know that other than during a short break, when politicians are-----

Order of Business (Resumed) (21 Jul 2011)

Éamon Ó Cuív: -----in recess, we fulfil many of the other functions of our office. That can involve doing research, working in our constituencies or reading important documents that inform the work we have to do. I recognise that those in government will use the break to do much of the work that needs to be done in their Departments. I am sure they will take this opportunity to do work that will be of...

Order of Business (Resumed) (21 Jul 2011)

Éamon Ó Cuív: It is fair to record that many politicians work between 80 and 100 hours a week. The work we do in this House is a small part of the overall work we do.

Order of Business (Resumed) (21 Jul 2011)

Éamon Ó Cuív: We all have many roles to fulfil in our constituencies and as public representatives.

Order of Business (Resumed) (21 Jul 2011)

Éamon Ó Cuív: It is fair to point out that many politicians on both sides of the House have specific briefs that require a considerable amount of work and research. Politics can demand dedication from people other than politicians - it is also required from the family members of Deputies, for example. Politicians are often away from home for days or weeks on end. I accept that the hours are long for...

Order of Business (Resumed) (21 Jul 2011)

Éamon Ó Cuív: The recess presents an opportunity to work from home, but that does not mean one is not working. I emphasise that regardless of their policies or allegiances, most politicians work very hard and believe in what they are doing.

Order of Business (Resumed) (21 Jul 2011)

Éamon Ó Cuív: I am about to conclude.

Order of Business (Resumed) (21 Jul 2011)

Éamon Ó Cuív: Fianna Fáil has not prolonged the Order of Business this morning.

Order of Business (Resumed) (21 Jul 2011)

Éamon Ó Cuív: We have seen many changes in this Dáil. Deputies on this side of the House will continue to work as a robust Opposition.

Order of Business (Resumed) (21 Jul 2011)

Éamon Ó Cuív: However, I would like to make one request. In view of the major importance of the summit taking place today, the House should reconvene next week.