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Written Answers — Television Licence Fee: Television Licence Fee (26 Jan 2010)

Bernard Durkan: Question 531: To ask the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources the extent of the television licence fund reserve; the annual income from television licences; the way in which it is currently spent; the way in which this compares with established practices over the years; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3825/10]

Written Answers — Industrial Development: Industrial Development (26 Jan 2010)

Bernard Durkan: Question 532: To ask the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources the extent to which the digital hub project is progressing with original intentions and objectives, costs and investments; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3826/10]

Written Answers — Energy Resources: Energy Resources (26 Jan 2010)

Bernard Durkan: Question 533: To ask the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources when product from the Corrib gas field will be available; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3827/10]

Written Answers — Energy Resources: Energy Resources (26 Jan 2010)

Bernard Durkan: Question 534: To ask the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources when all oil, gas or other mineral discoveries on and offshore are expected to become available for commercial purposes with particular reference to those areas that have shown discoveries of commercial value but are not yet developed or available; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3828/10]

Written Answers — Energy Resources: Energy Resources (26 Jan 2010)

Bernard Durkan: Question 535: To ask the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources the research undertaken in respect of the suitability of biodiesel for home heating; the degree to which this will be improved in the future; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3831/10]

Written Answers — Alternative Energy Projects: Alternative Energy Projects (26 Jan 2010)

Bernard Durkan: Question 536: To ask the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources the number of alternative energy generation projects operational or pending throughout County Kildare; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3832/10]

Written Answers — Alternative Energy Projects: Alternative Energy Projects (26 Jan 2010)

Bernard Durkan: Question 537: To ask the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources the extent of wind generated electricity projects operational throughout the country; the extent of production; the number and location of such projects awaiting approval; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3833/10]

Written Answers — Alternative Energy Projects: Alternative Energy Projects (26 Jan 2010)

Bernard Durkan: Question 538: To ask the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources the extent to which alternative electricity generation is expected to affect a reduction in energy prices in the next five years; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3834/10]

Written Answers — Telecommunications Services: Telecommunications Services (26 Jan 2010)

Bernard Durkan: Question 539: To ask the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources if the highest quality broadband and other telecommunication services are available to the health and financial services throughout the country; the way this compares with the quality of services available worldwide; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3835/10]

Written Answers — Telecommunications Services: Telecommunications Services (26 Jan 2010)

Bernard Durkan: Question 540: To ask the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources the degree to which high speed, high quality broadband services are available throughout the country; if he expects such a service to become comparable in every respect with the highest quality and service prevailing throughout the European Union or world trade areas; and if he will make a statement on the...

Written Answers — Information and Communications Technology: Information and Communications Technology (26 Jan 2010)

Bernard Durkan: Question 541: To ask the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources the initiatives he has taken at national or European level to combat spam and the spread of viruses on the Internet; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3838/10]

Written Answers — Official Engagements: Official Engagements (26 Jan 2010)

Bernard Durkan: Question 542: To ask the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources the number of occasions on which he has met with representatives of management or staff of the public and private broadcasting sectors in each of the past three years to date; the subject matter of such discussions; the outcome and the degree to which such talks are ongoing; and if he will make a statement on...

Written Answers — Official Engagements: Official Engagements (26 Jan 2010)

Bernard Durkan: Question 543: To ask the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources the number of occasions on which he has met with representatives of management or staff of An Post in each of the past three years to date; the subject matter for discussion; the outcome of such discussions; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3840/10]

Written Answers — Postal Services: Postal Services (26 Jan 2010)

Bernard Durkan: Question 544: To ask the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources his plans for the development of the postal service with particular reference to the delivery of other services compatible with those already provided by An Post; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3842/10]

Written Answers — Digital Terrestrial Television: Digital Terrestrial Television (26 Jan 2010)

Bernard Durkan: Question 545: To ask the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources the position regarding the development and availability of digital television throughout the country; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3843/10]

Written Answers — School Accommodation: School Accommodation (26 Jan 2010)

Bernard Durkan: Question 610: To ask the Minister for Education and Science if and when the Primrose Gate Estate entrance of a school (details supplied) in County Kildare will be opened, in view of the increased concerns of parents of children attending same, as the other entrance at the GAA pitch is on the main road with no pedestrian lights; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3324/10]

Order of Business (27 Jan 2010)

Bernard Durkan: She is even laughing at it herself.

Order of Business (27 Jan 2010)

Bernard Durkan: I wish to raise two issues, the first of which relates to that raised by Deputy Kenny regarding the sensitive negotiations taking place in Northern Ireland. Will the Tánaiste keep in mind the need to brief the leaders of the two main Opposition parties on the developments in these talks, even though they may be sensitive and having particular regard to the bipartisan approach adopted by the...

Order of Business (27 Jan 2010)

Bernard Durkan: That should also apply to Sinn Féin if it has not already been briefed.

Order of Business (27 Jan 2010)

Bernard Durkan: Yes, and this is correctly raised. A Cheann Comhairle, you encourage me on a regular basis to put down parliamentary questions. Yesterday, I acceded to your wishes and asked the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources, the number of occasions on which he met with representatives of management and staff of the public and private broadcasting sectors in each of the past three...