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Leaders' Questions (14 Jan 2015)

Mattie McGrath: He knew it would not.

Leaders' Questions (14 Jan 2015)

Mattie McGrath: Cá bhfuil sé?

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Penalty Points System Offences (14 Jan 2015)

Mattie McGrath: 977. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the analysis his Department has undertaken to investigate the disproportionate impact that will be felt by learner drivers in rural Ireland who must comply with new penalty points regulations; his views on introducing discretionary measures for such drivers in view of the increased likelihood of an adverse social impact; and if he will...

Road Traffic (No.2) Bill 2014 [Seanad]: Second Stage (Resumed) and Subsequent Stages (18 Dec 2014)

Mattie McGrath: I am also delighted to be able to speak on this legislation. I have not made up my mind as to whether I am going to support it. It is not because I do not want to see road safety because I do. I read about the background and context. I am very concerned about it, as I am about a lot of legislation in recent times. Information I have received states that as the Bill is in effect emergency...

Road Traffic (No.2) Bill 2014 [Seanad]: Second Stage (Resumed) and Subsequent Stages (18 Dec 2014)

Mattie McGrath: A small bit but it all relates to road transport.

Road Traffic (No.2) Bill 2014 [Seanad]: Second Stage (Resumed) and Subsequent Stages (18 Dec 2014)

Mattie McGrath: It is road safety.

Road Traffic (No.2) Bill 2014 [Seanad]: Second Stage (Resumed) and Subsequent Stages (18 Dec 2014)

Mattie McGrath: I am trying to but hedge cutting is very serious in rural areas.

Road Traffic (No.2) Bill 2014 [Seanad]: Second Stage (Resumed) and Subsequent Stages (18 Dec 2014)

Mattie McGrath: Road safety is a farce if one cannot see where one is going or cannot see the road signs.

Road Traffic (No.2) Bill 2014 [Seanad]: Second Stage (Resumed) and Subsequent Stages (18 Dec 2014)

Mattie McGrath: I have raised the issue of "L" plates and learner drivers. I have five kids who have full licences. My wife and I were able to train them. That is the way it works. However, a mother or father cannot always accompany a young driver to work or college. It is fine in Dublin and other cities because people can access public transport, but there is no rural transport service. Therefore, it...

Water Services Bill 2014: Committee Stage (Resumed) (17 Dec 2014)

Mattie McGrath: I am asking this on the record. This is very pertinent to-----

Water Services Bill 2014: Committee Stage (Resumed) (17 Dec 2014)

Mattie McGrath: I am asking a question for the Minister to answer.

Water Services Bill 2014: Committee Stage (Resumed) (17 Dec 2014)

Mattie McGrath: I am asking a question.

Water Services Bill 2014: Committee Stage (Resumed) (17 Dec 2014)

Mattie McGrath: Yes, but I am asking a question about whether Mr. Barry is suspended. It is to do with work that was done in a project and work that was done for a county council where there was overcharging. I am reliably informed that he is suspended, and before Members go any further here - before this Bill is passed and before it goes to Seanad Éireann - I ask either the Minister of State now or...

Water Services Bill 2014: Committee Stage (Resumed) (17 Dec 2014)

Mattie McGrath: My point is that everyone is entitled to his or her good name. As for an investigation, this should be fully investigated and explained, and questions should be brought here when the Minister comes in.

Water Services Bill 2014: Committee Stage (Resumed) (17 Dec 2014)

Mattie McGrath: Yes, but I want that question answered by the Minister when he comes into the Chamber. If the Minister of State, Deputy Coffey, cannot answer it, I want answers before Members proceed to the next Stage of the Bill.

Water Services Bill 2014: Committee Stage (Resumed) (17 Dec 2014)

Mattie McGrath: It was interesting to hear Deputy Michael McNamara's contribution and I appreciate from where he is coming. He has a legal mind and understands this issue very well. Perhaps he might shift further over to this side of the House when the time comes to vote. We must wait and see, but it is up to him. However, I welcome his very valid points. I have major issues and I am disappointed...

Leaders' Questions (17 Dec 2014)

Mattie McGrath: Change the record.

Leaders' Questions (17 Dec 2014)

Mattie McGrath: It will be the man in the moon next.

Leaders' Questions (17 Dec 2014)

Mattie McGrath: Freagair an ceist.

Written Answers — Department of Finance: State Savings Products (17 Dec 2014)

Mattie McGrath: 46. To ask the Minister for Finance the reason the prize bond company, when issuing prize bonds, requires proof in the form of photo identification and proof of PPSN; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48519/14]