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Leaders’ Questions (16 Apr 2013)

Enda Kenny: -----the negotiations which have taken place at a European level have resulted in the acceptance by the European Central Bank of Ireland's programme, which will save the country €20 billion in borrowing over the next ten years. The negotiations at European level have also resulted in the drop in interest rates for the country from over 14% to less than 4%. We have also seen the...

Leaders’ Questions (16 Apr 2013)

Enda Kenny: We have introduced a micro-finance agency for very small operators and a partial loan credit guarantee. The Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform announced a €2.5 billion stimulus fund last year for a range of infrastructure, such as the facilities at Grangegorman, some road developments, schools, primary care centres, legal buildings and so on. The Government this morning...

Leaders’ Questions (16 Apr 2013)

Enda Kenny: The Minister for Justice and Equality referred to the capacity of a number of County Registrars whose long service as legal practitioners enables them to be eligible to be considered for dealing with elements of the insolvency legislation. Regarding consultation, there was a conference on 2 March last, organised by the Law Society, regarding the consultations necessary in respect of the...

Leaders’ Questions (16 Apr 2013)

Enda Kenny: This is something that is very important to the people of this country. We want to ensure that the absolute independence of the Judiciary is maintained.

Leaders’ Questions (16 Apr 2013)

Enda Kenny: Sinn Féin did well down in Castlebar at the weekend although people said that the party's economic policies were utter fantasy - pay for nothing at all and have endless perceptions of wealth.

Leaders’ Questions (16 Apr 2013)

Enda Kenny: Deputy McDonald was welcomed across the Shannon anyway. As I said to Deputy Martin, as Taoiseach I am very happy to continue to facilitate the engagements, both formal and informal, as appropriate, between the Government, the Executive and members of the Judiciary. I would point out that this has always been facilitated through the Office of the Attorney General. In fact, a meeting took...

Leaders’ Questions (16 Apr 2013)

Enda Kenny: Yesterday, I joined the President and the Tánaiste in issuing to Mayor Menino and Governor Patrick, both of whom I met last year, a statement of condemnation of the atrocity in Boston. This morning, the Government considered the matter and sent its message to President Obama in the White House on behalf of the people of America and, in particular, those in Boston, based on the very...

Return to Writ: Meath East - Introduction of New Member (16 Apr 2013)

Enda Kenny: I do not know whether it is traditional, but I just want to say that it is a privilege and an honour to see another young Deputy elected to Dáil Éireann. I wish Helen many happy years of representation for the people of east Meath following in the footsteps of her late dad. I am sure that she will make a very fine representative indeed for the people of east Meath during her stay here.

Written Answers — Department of An Taoiseach: Departmental Staff Numbers (16 Apr 2013)

Enda Kenny: The following tables detail, as far as possible, the staffing levels of the Government Information Service since 1987. Information prior to this is not readily available and it would require considerable resources and research to provide it. Staff serving in the Government Information Service in 1987 Position held Number in each position held Government Press Secretary 1 Deputy...

Written Answers — Department of An Taoiseach: Departmental Agencies Board Remuneration (16 Apr 2013)

Enda Kenny: The National Economic and Social Council (NESC) is the only State Agency under the aegis of my Department. The NESC provides guidance to Government on strategic issues for Ireland’s economic and social development. Membership of the NESC, consists of a Chairperson, a Deputy Chairperson and members appointed on the basis of nominations received from representatives of ICTU, business...

Written Answers — Department of An Taoiseach: Ministerial Travel (16 Apr 2013)

Enda Kenny: The total expenditure by my Department on Ministerial transport in 2012 is detailed in the following table: Name Mileage Minister of State P Kehoe €25,220.84 I have been provided with a Garda car under the Ministerial transport scheme and do not use a private car for official purposes. The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade pay transport and salary costs in relation to...

Written Answers — Department of An Taoiseach: Ministerial Travel (16 Apr 2013)

Enda Kenny: The St Patrick's Day period offers an unparalleled opportunity to showcase Ireland and to promote our strengths as a location for investment, trade and jobs. This year I again travelled to the United States for the St. Patrick's Day period, where I undertook a comprehensive programme of political, economic and civic engagements in New York, Washington DC, and in a range of locations on the...

Written Answers — Department of An Taoiseach: International Summits (16 Apr 2013)

Enda Kenny: At our meeting in Downing Street on 12 March, Prime Minister Cameron confirmed his intention to invite me to attend the forthcoming G8 Summit which is to take place in Co. Fermanagh on 17-18 June. The detailed arrangements for the event have not yet been settled but we will consider positively any request for assistance with the event, should this be forthcoming.

Written Answers — Department of An Taoiseach: Departmental Programmes (16 Apr 2013)

Enda Kenny: I previously advised the House of my intention to continue with the process of structured dialogue with the churches, faith communities and philosophical, non-confessional bodies that was inaugurated in 2007. The structure for dialogue includes meetings both at official and Ministerial level and meetings may be sought by either side on the basis of a proposed agenda agreed in advance of...

European Council: Statements (27 Mar 2013)

Enda Kenny: That is not what I said.

European Council: Statements (27 Mar 2013)

Enda Kenny: It was covered. I said it was to be discussed by the Finance Ministers directly afterwards.

European Council: Statements (27 Mar 2013)

Enda Kenny: The Deputy should read the speech. That is what I said

European Council: Statements (27 Mar 2013)

Enda Kenny: Will I read it again for the Deputy?

European Council: Statements (27 Mar 2013)

Enda Kenny: The Deputy is always at this.

European Council: Statements (27 Mar 2013)

Enda Kenny: The Deputy knows that the proposal came from the Cypriot Government.