Results 19,101-19,120 of 21,514 for speaker:Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin

Order of Business. (18 May 2006)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: It is not agreed. I wish to speak to the motion on referral to the joint committee of the proposed approval by Dáil Éireann for a Council framework decision on simplifying the exchange of information and intelligence between law enforcement authorities of the members states of the European Union. I object to this matter being taken without debate. I acknowledge that it has been the practice...

Order of Business. (18 May 2006)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: There is a commitment on that.

Order of Business. (18 May 2006)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: I do not have a problem with the motion per se but record my agreement with Deputy Sargent on the absence of parity of esteem shown to the various political groupings represented in this House. We must defend at all times the right to equality of opportunity and that has been denied to a number of political parties, including Sinn Féin, in the proposals before us.

Written Answers — Health and Safety Regulations: Health and Safety Regulations (17 May 2006)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: Question 76: To ask the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment if he will initiate an investigation into the health and welfare of workers who are compelled to stay on their feet for most of the working day and the occupational health risks associated with prolonged standing at work. [18341/06]

Written Answers — Health and Safety Regulations: Health and Safety Regulations (17 May 2006)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: Question 112: To ask the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment the reason Directive 2003/18/EC amending Council Directive 83/477/EEC on the protection of workers from risks related to exposure to asbestos at work was not transposed by the deadline of the 15 April 2006; and his views on whether the unwarranted delay in the transposition of this directive demonstrates an apparent lack...

Written Answers — Commemorative Events: Commemorative Events (17 May 2006)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: Question 147: To ask the Taoiseach his plans to support commemorations in 2007 of the 150th anniversary of Argentine independence, in view of the long-standing ties between Argentina and Ireland; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18567/06]

Written Answers — Commemorative Events: Commemorative Events (17 May 2006)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: Question 148: To ask the Taoiseach if funding will be made available for the creation of a memorial park to Admiral William Brown in County Mayo, in view of the 150th anniversary next year of the independence of Argentina, whose navy was founded by Admiral Brown; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18568/06]

Cabinet Sub-committees. (17 May 2006)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: On a related point——

Cabinet Sub-committees. (17 May 2006)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: I welcome the raising of the question by Deputy Rabbitte. Both of my questions concerning Aer Lingus and the Cabinet sub-committee on drugs and social inclusion have been disallowed by the Ceann Comhairle.

Cabinet Sub-committees. (17 May 2006)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: Will the Ceann Comhairle explain to the House why questions which do not seek the minutes of any Cabinet sub-committee deliberations are disallowed?

Cabinet Sub-committees. (17 May 2006)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: These were broad questions which were valid.

Departmental Bodies. (17 May 2006)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: Question 8: To ask the Taoiseach to detail the membership of the task force on active citizenship; the role and function of same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16122/06]

Written Answers — National Drugs Strategy: National Drugs Strategy (16 May 2006)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: Question 125: To ask the Minister for Community, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs the action he intends to take to ensure that the closure of Tallaght's successful cocaine pilot project will be avoided. [18050/06]

Written Answers — State Airports: State Airports (16 May 2006)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: Question 315: To ask the Minister for Transport if his attention has been drawn to the concerns of the Great Southern Hotel group employees regarding possible redundancies and diminution of employment conditions following the privatisation of the chain; if he has met or will meet with employees to discuss these concerns; if he will reconsider the sell-off; and if he will make a statement on...

Requests to move Adjournment of Dáil under Standing Order 31. (16 May 2006)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: I seek the adjournment of the Dáil under Standing Order 31 to debate the following urgent matter: the failure of the Government to implement the measures needed to end the crisis in accident and emergency units in our hospitals, as set out in the Government's health strategy in 2001, including the provision of the additional 3,000 hospital beds required, a new consultants' contract which...

Order of Business. (16 May 2006)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: On 26 April, I asked the Taoiseach: "What is the explanation for the further deferment of the eligibility for health and personal social services Bill?" He responded: "Deputy Ó Caoláin is always asking me to publish the heads of Bills to allow for more meaningful discussion. The reason for the delay in this case is because we published the heads of the Bill to allow for more meaningful...

Order of Business. (16 May 2006)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: ——for this legislation of the European Court of Justice judgment in respect of the British National Health Service and the elderly woman who must be reimbursed for having——

Order of Business. (16 May 2006)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: It would suggest that the European Court of Justice's recent decision may impinge on the preparations.

Order of Business. (16 May 2006)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: It is a reasonable question. Will the judgment impact on the deliberations on this Bill and when will it be published?

Order of Business. (16 May 2006)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: I will do that.