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Ceisteanna - Questions - Priority Questions: Irish Airlines Superannuation Scheme (4 Dec 2014)

Dessie Ellis: Can the Minister not do something further on this? He should meet the Minister for Social Protection to come up with a solution. This is a viable company with money and other assets. These people should not be thrown to the wolves. Just because they are deferred members and their pensions have not kicked in yet does not mean they are not suffering the brunt of the cuts in many cases.

Ceisteanna - Questions - Priority Questions: Irish Airlines Superannuation Scheme (4 Dec 2014)

Dessie Ellis: The Minister has said that if he had not signed the order the whole scheme would have been in trouble. However, he should not sign something at the expense of one group of workers whose pensions have been cut by 40% to 50%. That is bad policy and sets a bad precedent. I am glad the Minister is meting the deferred members and I hope he comes up with some solution. Surely money can be found...

Ceisteanna - Questions - Priority Questions: Irish Airlines Superannuation Scheme (4 Dec 2014)

Dessie Ellis: 2. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he will seek a meeting with the Department of Social Protection with representatives of the deferred members of the Irish aviation superannuation scheme in order to plan for a resolution to avoid the large cuts these members are being asked to take in their pensions. [46498/14]

Ceisteanna - Questions - Priority Questions: Irish Airlines Superannuation Scheme (4 Dec 2014)

Dessie Ellis: I ask the Minister to seek a meeting with the Minister for Social Protection and representatives of the deferred members of the Irish aviation superannuation scheme in order to plan for a resolution to avoid the large cuts these members are being asked to take in their pensions.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport and Communications: Fuel Fraud: Revenue Commissioners (3 Dec 2014)

Dessie Ellis: I thank Mr. Moran and Mr. Butler for their presentation. Most of this activity seems to be concentrated in specific areas in the west, and counties Roscommon and Meath. It does not seem to occur so much in the south. Is there a particular reason those areas are mainly targeted? There might be a bit in Dublin but it does not seem to hit the radar as much. There is obviously co-operation...

Written Answers — Department of Finance: Banking Sector Staff (3 Dec 2014)

Dessie Ellis: 28. To ask the Minister for Finance the number of workers outsourced at each of the State backed banks; and the plans of each of the banks to outsource further. [45967/14]

Topical Issue Debate: Homeless Accommodation Provision (2 Dec 2014)

Dessie Ellis: Since the Government took office, we have had a major housing crisis. I extend my sympathy to the family and friends of Mr. Jonathan Corrie who died only a stone's throw from Leinster House. I hope his death has finally kicked the Government into action. The Government's recent proposals on housing placed little emphasis on the emergency housing crisis. It is clear that the increase in...

Written Answers — Department of Environment, Community and Local Government: Traveller Accommodation (2 Dec 2014)

Dessie Ellis: 99. To ask the Minister for Environment, Community and Local Government the way the funding for traveller accommodation will be allocated; and the measures in place to ensure that there is sufficient draw down of funds. [40938/14]

Written Answers — Department of Environment, Community and Local Government: Housing Assistance Payments Administration (2 Dec 2014)

Dessie Ellis: 116. To ask the Minister for Environment, Community and Local Government if he will provide an update on the implementation of the housing assistance payment; the number of households currently in receipt of the payment; the average rent payment being made; and if there are any difficulties with the scheme. [40937/14]

Merchant Shipping (Registration of Ships) Bill 2013 [Seanad]: Report Stage (27 Nov 2014)

Dessie Ellis: I also support the amendment. It is very much like registering a car in that it is registered by county. I do not see any reason any other port should be excluded, particularly any port with a long history. On that basis, I believe it is fair enough to say the ports should be recognised. There should be an ability to transfer from one to the other.

Human Rights Budgeting: Motion (Resumed) [Private Members] (26 Nov 2014)

Dessie Ellis: As republicans, equality is at the heart of all we believe in and we strive to achieve it every day in the course of our work and activism. We believe in a new Republic, one where all citizens are equal regardless of the colour of their skin, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, where they live or what they do. Creating the conditions for establishing an equal society means recognising...

Leaders' Questions (26 Nov 2014)

Dessie Ellis: The Taoiseach did not listen hard enough.

Order of Business (25 Nov 2014)

Dessie Ellis: It is clear that some landlords are rowing back on tenancy agreements and contracts, and making tenants homeless or forcing them to search for a new place in a marketplace where none is available. While most landlords behave responsibly, tenants' rights need to be protected and enhanced. I hope the landlord and tenants Bill will give more clarity and clearer guidelines. When will the Bill...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport and Communications: National Transport Authority: Chairman Designate (25 Nov 2014)

Dessie Ellis: A document was circulated, which I have seen, stating the Minister was considering reducing fares.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport and Communications: National Transport Authority: Chairman Designate (25 Nov 2014)

Dessie Ellis: Does the National Transport Authority have a role in the matter?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport and Communications: National Transport Authority: Chairman Designate (25 Nov 2014)

Dessie Ellis: It will not be at the expense of the current service.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport and Communications: National Transport Authority: Chairman Designate (25 Nov 2014)

Dessie Ellis: I thank Mr. Fitzgerald for his contribution. I have been on the council with him for many years and am well aware of his ability. There are a few areas about which I am concerned. Following recent conversations with the Minister I am alarmed in regard to a number of issues but, particularly, the recent price increases for Dublin Bus. He attributed a certain amount of the increases to the...

Domestic Violence (Amendment) Bill 2014: Second Stage [Private Members] (21 Nov 2014)

Dessie Ellis: I thank everyone for his or her contribution and spent on contributing to the debate on what is an important and serious issue and a plague on communities. It is a pity the Minister of State has adopted the approach of opposing the Bill. The Domestic Violence Act must be strengthened when it comes to the rights of women trapped in an abusive relationship and who are seeking accommodation...

Domestic Violence (Amendment) Bill 2014: Order for Second Stage [Private Members] (21 Nov 2014)

Dessie Ellis: I move: "That Second Stage be taken now."

Domestic Violence (Amendment) Bill 2014: Second Stage [Private Members] (21 Nov 2014)

Dessie Ellis: I move: "That the Bill be read a Second Time." Molaim an Bille seo. Tá an-tábhachtacht ag baint leis do mhná na tíre. I am happy to speak on this Bill and to propose it to the House. A simple Bill, it seeks to address something that is lacking in the legislation. It is not perfect, as no legislation is at this Stage, but it is worthwhile and does something to help....