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Written Answers — Department of An Taoiseach: Ministerial Staff (22 Jan 2013)

Enda Kenny: As required under the Ethics in Public Office Act 1995, statements have been laid before the Houses of the Oireachtas indicating whether the staff who were selected for appointments to my Department by me personally, other than by means of a competition, are relatives of mine. As such the information requested is already available for the Deputy's inspection. However, to be helpful to the...

European Council Brussels: Statements (19 Dec 2012)

Enda Kenny: I raised it with the Prime Minister, Mr. David Cameron.

Order of Business (19 Dec 2012)

Enda Kenny: While I do not have a definite date for the Deputy, I can confirm that discussions are taking place with the Criminal Assets Bureau in respect of the criminal justice (proceeds of crime) Bill. However, a great deal of work remains to be done both on that legislation and the companies (miscellaneous provisions) Bill.

Order of Business (19 Dec 2012)

Enda Kenny: This will be done after the insolvency service has been set up arising from the Dunne case. Appropriate legislation will be put in place that will recognise a right the banks have always enjoyed when contracts for lending are set out. It will be done after the first insolvency service has been set up to provide clarity in respect of something that is already in existence.

Order of Business (19 Dec 2012)

Enda Kenny: The Bill has been passed by the Seanad and we are waiting for it.

Order of Business (19 Dec 2012)

Enda Kenny: As the Deputy is aware, we have a packed agenda. In regard to Priory Hall, the Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government, Deputy Phil Hogan, has been awaiting developments on the issue. Progress has been made and I hope the matter will be resolved in due course. I feel for those who have been out of their homes and apartments for some time now.

Order of Business (19 Dec 2012)

Enda Kenny: Is the Deputy referring to schools?

Order of Business (19 Dec 2012)

Enda Kenny: A pilot scheme is being done in regard to savings in schools, whereby if they procure their requirements from-----

Order of Business (19 Dec 2012)

Enda Kenny: It was not the case that schools were being mandated to buy from a particular supplier. The Minister of State, Deputy Brian Hayes, has done substantial work on the concept of public procurement which offers the potential to make significant savings. The Bill in question is being progressed.

Order of Business (19 Dec 2012)

Enda Kenny: Senator Martin McAleese has indicated that the report will be available for the end of the year. While only a short period is left, I spoke to the Senator some time ago and he is confident the date will be met.

Order of Business (19 Dec 2012)

Enda Kenny: Two issues arise. The Government has considered the sale of timber from forestry lands as potentially a sale of a State asset. I refer to the timber rather than the land. The forestry Bill, which was due to come before the House in this session, will not be taken before the session ends. It will be taken early in the new session next year.

European Council Brussels: Statements (19 Dec 2012)

Enda Kenny: I am pleased to brief the House on the outcome of last week's European Council meeting in Brussels on 13 and 14 December. This was the final Council meeting before Ireland's Presidency begins in less than two weeks. The meeting focused on economic policy but also covered common security and defence, enlargement and foreign affairs. I am happy to report that progress was made on all issues,...

Order of Business (19 Dec 2012)

Enda Kenny: The Minister for Justice and Equality will give full details of the schedule and timetable for the implementation of personal insolvency arrangements during the course of the debate. I do not have any indication from the Minister for Education and Skills of an intention with regard to the education Act raised by the Deputy. I will get the Minister to contact the Deputy.

Order of Business (19 Dec 2012)

Enda Kenny: The Minister will give a report.

Order of Business (19 Dec 2012)

Enda Kenny: What is the Deputy's question? We want the Good Friday Agreement implemented in full and as a co-guarantor of that, we see it as an important matter. I have not had the opportunity to read the bill of rights that the Deputy referred to and which was published yesterday. I will have to read it and consider its implications in the context of discussions we have with the Northern Ireland...

Order of Business (19 Dec 2012)

Enda Kenny: I am sorry for the confusion. I will first read the report in respect of the bill of rights and the reference to the distinctive issue concerning Northern Ireland. I will follow that through with the Northern Ireland Executive and British Authorities.

Order of Business (19 Dec 2012)

Enda Kenny: There is no promised legislation, although I noted the comments from the different organisations that work together to get extra accommodation for homeless persons.

Order of Business (19 Dec 2012)

Enda Kenny: The Government will support these efforts.

Order of Business (19 Dec 2012)

Enda Kenny: The Garda Commissioner made these recommendations and the Minister accepted them.

Order of Business (19 Dec 2012)

Enda Kenny: There will be a change in the way gardaí will do business, which will be to the benefit of every community. There will be more visibility, connection and contacts, with greater information.