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Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Integrated Ticketing (18 Jul 2013)

Robert Troy: 763. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport in view of the recent changes to bus and train services and the explanation provided by his Department that one service will facilitate the other, if he will consider bringing in a flexible ticket that will allow persons to use both services; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36197/13]

Council of the European Union (Lithuanian Presidency): Motion (17 Jul 2013)

Robert Troy: Before I ask the Minister of State to make his concluding remarks, I congratulate him on his elevation to the office he now holds. In the short time I have known him I have found him to be a fine public representative, a hard worker and a man of integrity. I wish him many years of good luck in his role, although I suppose not too many, as we hope to be back some day ourselves. For the...

Council of the European Union (Lithuanian Presidency): Motion (17 Jul 2013)

Robert Troy: Correct.

Child and Family Agency Bill 2013: Second Stage (17 Jul 2013)

Robert Troy: I welcome the opportunity to contribute to the Second Stage debate on the Child and Family Agency Bill 2013. I am pleased to speak to the legislate and welcome its publication, which is long overdue. Having harassed the Minister for the past 12 months, its introduction to the House is welcome. As she is aware, it was due to be published before Christmas 2012 following the publication of...

Health (Amendment) Bill 2013 [Seanad]: Committee Stage (Resumed) and Remaining Stages (16 Jul 2013)

Robert Troy: Deputy Kelleher is away this evening and the Whip's office made arrangements to allow me to move the amendment.

Health (Amendment) Bill 2013 [Seanad]: Committee Stage (Resumed) and Remaining Stages (16 Jul 2013)

Robert Troy: I move amendment No. 9:In page 12, line 49, to delete “15 days” and substitute “10 days”.I guarantee the Ceann Comhairle that I will not delay proceedings. Section 53C provides for charges to be raised in respect of acute public inpatient services in public hospitals at a rate of €80 per day, which is up from €75. The Department has stated that the...

Health (Amendment) Bill 2013 [Seanad]: Committee Stage (Resumed) and Remaining Stages (16 Jul 2013)

Robert Troy: If it is the Minister's intention to leave it at ten days, why will he not accept the amendment and substitute the term "10 days" for that of "15 days"? This would provide the clarity and certainty he indicated he wishes to give public patients who will be liable for the charge to the effect that, upon being hospitalised, they will not be obliged to pay more than €800 in a calendar...

Other Questions: Water Charges Administration (16 Jul 2013)

Robert Troy: 71. To ask the Minister for Environment, Community and Local Government the timeframe for the roll-out of water metering; when it will begin; when it is due to be completed; the number of units covered by water metering; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33762/13]

Report on Promoting a Sustainable Future for the Post Office Network: Statements (16 Jul 2013)

Robert Troy: I thank my colleague for giving me an opportunity to speak in this important debate. I wish to place on the record of the House that I have an interest in this area. I have been a postmaster in my constituency of Longford-Westmeath for the past eight years and am proud to be the fourth generation of a family that has provided a service in the community. Not only are we providing a service,...

Written Answers — Department of Environment, Community and Local Government: RAPID Programme (16 Jul 2013)

Robert Troy: 86. To ask the Minister for Environment, Community and Local Government the dates on which the RAPID national co-ordinating committee has met since he was appointed Minister; if he has attended these meetings; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33728/13]

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: School Transport Appeals (16 Jul 2013)

Robert Troy: 308. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills if he will ensure that an appeal lodged by a person (details supplied) in County Westmeath is approved. [34421/13]

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: Special Educational Needs Services Provision (16 Jul 2013)

Robert Troy: 352. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills his views on the cuts made regarding special needs assistants and that no further cuts be made to special education. [34787/13]

Written Answers — Department of Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation: IDA Site Visits (16 Jul 2013)

Robert Troy: 447. To ask the Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation the number of visits carried out by the Industrial Development Agency to Mullingar, Athlone and Longford since 2011 and the outcome of such visits. [34360/13]

Written Answers — Department of Social Protection: Carer's Allowance Appeals (16 Jul 2013)

Robert Troy: 510. To ask the Minister for Social Protection if she will expedite a carer's allowance appeal in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Westmeath. [34501/13]

Written Answers — Department of Social Protection: Child Benefit Eligibility (16 Jul 2013)

Robert Troy: 529. To ask the Minister for Social Protection the total cost of restoring the payment of child benefit to the children of asylum seekers living in direct provision. [34717/13]

Written Answers — Department of Health: Health Services Staff Issues (16 Jul 2013)

Robert Troy: 1052. To ask the Minister for Health if a replacement is been sought for the staff member who carries out assessments at the early intervention centre in Springfield, Mullingar, County Westmeath; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [34351/13]

Written Answers — Department of Health: Hospital Staff Issues (16 Jul 2013)

Robert Troy: 1053. To ask the Minister for Health if he will provide in tabular form by grade the number of hospital staff assigned to Midland Regional Hospital, Mullingar, County Westmeath, that are currently on a leave of absence; and if they are in receipt of a salary [34361/13]

Written Answers — Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: National Monuments (11 Jul 2013)

Robert Troy: 142. To ask the Minister for Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht if he will consider an application from Longford County Council to share all reasonable acquisition costs regarding the purchase of the Moat Granard national monument; if he will ensure that the Office of Public Works uses it statutory powers to safeguard this important national monument, which is a local tourist attraction, and...

Mortgage Arrears Proposals: Motion (Resumed) [Private Members] (10 Jul 2013)

Robert Troy: I welcome the opportunity to contribute to this extremely important debate. I compliment my colleague, Deputy Michael McGrath, on bringing forward the motion. It is greatly to his credit that all Members, on both sides of the House, have been given a chance to debate this critical issue for the people. It is unfair to say my party is playing on people's fears. In fact, in recent months I...

Committee on Health and Children: Select Sub-Committee on Children and Youth Affairs: Estimates for Public Services 2013
Vote 40 - Office of the Minister for Children and Youth Affairs (Revised) (10 Jul 2013)

Robert Troy: I was really surprised by it as a national figure.