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Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Youth Services Funding (11 Dec 2013)

Helen McEntee: 124. To ask the Minister for Justice and Equality the funding that will be made available to an organisation (details supplied) in view of the fact that it saves his Department thousands every year through the services it provides and by keeping people out of jail or juvenile facilities; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [53259/13]

Electricity Infrastructure: Motion (Resumed) [Private Members] (4 Dec 2013)

Helen McEntee: We have seen tonight that this is a very emotive issue. We have heard how many people are very upset and angry and they want to know where things are going and what is happening. We cannot blame those people as the issue is very contentious; we are wondering if the lines should be put overhead or underground and if it is feasible for the lines to go underground. We are also asking what is...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport and Communications: Electricity Transmission Network: Discussion with EirGrid (4 Dec 2013)

Helen McEntee: The problem I and many other people have is that when the consultation process started again, many overground routes were proposed but no regard was had to whether undergrounding was feasible, or whether it would cost three times or 20 times as much. No underground route was given to people along with the overground routes that were proposed. That is the problem here. If this issue had...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport and Communications: Electricity Transmission Network: Discussion with EirGrid (4 Dec 2013)

Helen McEntee: When open days are held as part of the public consultation process, people need to see that possible underground routes are being addressed in the same way as the overhead routes. If that is happening, it is not coming across to people on the ground.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport and Communications: Electricity Transmission Network: Discussion with EirGrid (4 Dec 2013)

Helen McEntee: I thank Mr. Slye and his team for coming before the committee. Obviously this is a very emotive and contentious issue, but I recognise that it is very important. We all recognise the importance of updating and expanding the national grid. EirGrid has an extremely important job to do, but we, as public representatives, have the job of representing the people who have elected us. The people...

Written Answers — Department of Communications, Energy and Natural Resources: Renewable Energy Generation Issues (4 Dec 2013)

Helen McEntee: 88. To ask the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources his views on the Irish Planning Institute's claim that the renewable export framework is premature without an overall national energy plan and the completion of a national landscape strategy, which is required in response to Ireland’s ratification of the European landscape convention in 2002. [51991/13]

Written Answers — Department of Environment, Community and Local Government: Fire Safety Issues (4 Dec 2013)

Helen McEntee: 105. To ask the Minister for Environment, Community and Local Government following the evacuation of apartments in Navan due to fire safety issues, and in view of the fact that there have been other similar incidents in recent months, the measures being taken to ensure that other apartment blocks are inspected with regard to fire safety; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [51992/13]

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport and Communications: EirGrid: Discussion with Chairman Designate (3 Dec 2013)

Helen McEntee: I welcome Mr. O'Connor to the committee and wish to reflect on some issues raised in his presentation. First, a key priority of EirGrid is to operate a safe, reliable and economic electric system. Health and safety issues have arisen in recent months and more so in recent weeks. As Eirgrid's chairman designate, will Mr. O'Connor investigate these matters further since they have upset many...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport and Communications: EirGrid: Discussion with Chairman Designate (3 Dec 2013)

Helen McEntee: EirGrid is obviously adhering to research that has been conducted at EU level, but no actual study has been undertaken here in Ireland. Is this something that could possibly be looked at by EirGrid? In his capacity as chairman designate, could Mr. O'Connor raise this and bring it to EirGrid's attention?

Committee on Transport and Communications: Select Sub-Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport: Estimates for Public Services 2013
Vote 31 - Transport, Tourism and Sport (Supplementary) (26 Nov 2013)

Helen McEntee: Like my colleagues, I thank the Minister for the additional funding invested in our roads. Any further funding will always be welcome, but we understand there are cuts in this area, like everywhere else. The construction industry scheme, CIS, has worked in my county and that is great. At the same time, we do not like having to ask people for money for roads. This is an issue that will not...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Health and Children: Prevention and Treatment of Lyme Disease: Discussion (21 Nov 2013)

Helen McEntee: Like Deputy Tóibín, I am not a member of this committee. I have come across this issue in my constituency. I thank everybody for their presentations. The debate that has taken place on this matter in recent years needs to be stepped up. Obviously, this is what is happening. Many questions have been asked. As far as I am aware, none of the insurance companies in Ireland provide...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport and Communications: EirGrid Grid25 Project: Discussion (20 Nov 2013)

Helen McEntee: I meant the figure of €30 million in a negative light in that, regardless of whether it goes back to the public, it is not good. I did not mean that not going overhead costs €30 million but that we must sort this out now because it is affecting the public and taxpayers' money.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport and Communications: EirGrid Grid25 Project: Discussion (20 Nov 2013)

Helen McEntee: I thank the groups for attending and for their presentations. As Deputy Coffey said, it is important that everybody should have their say. Until recently, this issue only affected counties Meath, Cavan and Monaghan. I am from County Meath and, although I am only recently elected, it was an issue my father worked out but it is suddenly being put into the public sphere more. The greatest...

Social Welfare and Pensions Bill 2013: Second Stage (Resumed) (24 Oct 2013)

Helen McEntee: We have all been listening to the debates for the past few hours and weeks. I think we can all agree that the past few years have not been easy. We have had tough budgets. This year is no exception. Every Department has had to make savings and cuts and the Department of Social Protection is no different. It had to make savings of €226 million this year which was no easy feat....

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Public Service Oversight and Petitions: Ombudsman and Information Commissioner: Discussion with Nominee (23 Oct 2013)

Helen McEntee: Will that happen here?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Public Service Oversight and Petitions: Ombudsman and Information Commissioner: Discussion with Nominee (23 Oct 2013)

Helen McEntee: I welcome Mr. Tyndall to the committee. Although this is not an interview, he has been sufficiently quizzed by all. He has expressed some very well thought out ideas and plans for the future, should he be successful, based on experience. Most importantly he said many complaints brought before the Ombudsman should not be there and I agree. Many of them could be resolved before they reach...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport and Communications: Scrutiny of EU Legislative Proposals (23 Oct 2013)

Helen McEntee: I thank the delegation for its presentation. In theory this proposal is a great idea, but there is a possibility of disruption. As Mr. O’Brien said, each market has its own needs. How will the Department address this? I agree with Deputy Coffey that this is a matter of national importance. Much of the industry has reacted negatively to it. Will the delegation expand on how it...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Public Service Oversight and Petitions: Public Petitions Received: Discussion (9 Oct 2013)

Helen McEntee: If possible, could we examine whether there is legislation in place for county councils regarding the height of hedgerows? It is not the same as trees but if there is no legislation in place, could this become part of the legislation we are seeking from the Minister of State, Deputy Jan O'Sullivan?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport and Communications: Forthcoming Transport, Telecommunications and Energy Council: Discussion with Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport (9 Oct 2013)

Helen McEntee: I thank the Minister for his presentation. The Commission's proposal aims to clarify a number of grey areas. Must the airlines and the industry agree before the proposals can go ahead? Is it possible that cases could be brought before the European courts arguing against financial or administrative burdens on the airlines?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport and Communications: Forthcoming Transport, Telecommunications and Energy Council: Discussion with Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport (9 Oct 2013)

Helen McEntee: Will the Minister require full consent from the airlines and other bodies involved?