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- Order of Business (8 Oct 2008)
Billy Timmins: Earlier in the year, Fine Gael introduced a Private Members' Bill, the Cluster Munitions Bill. On list A of future legislation, No. 9 under the Department of Foreign Affairs is the inhumane munitions Bill. When can we expect to see the Bill? Would the Government consider changing its Title? I believe it is inappropriate because it creates the impression that humane munitions might exist.
- Order of Business (8 Oct 2008)
Billy Timmins: Will the Taoiseach ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs to consider it?
- Order of Business (8 Oct 2008)
Billy Timmins: The only humane munition would be one that would take this Government out.
- Order of Business (8 Oct 2008)
Billy Timmins: It could be related to the Minister, Deputy O'Dea.
- Written Answers — Schools Building Projects: Schools Building Projects (8 Oct 2008)
Billy Timmins: Question 351: To ask the Minister for Education and Science the position regarding funding (details supplied) in view of the fact that the funding was committed; if this funding is available; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [34089/08]
- Written Answers — Schools Building Projects: Schools Building Projects (8 Oct 2008)
Billy Timmins: Question 352: To ask the Minister for Education and Science the position regarding an application for accommodation works in respect of a school (details supplied) in County Wicklow; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [34090/08]
- Written Answers — Schools Building Projects: Schools Building Projects (8 Oct 2008)
Billy Timmins: Question 353: To ask the Minister for Education and Science the position regarding an application for accommodation works in respect of a school (details supplied) in County Wicklow; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [34091/08]
- International Agreements. (9 Oct 2008)
Billy Timmins: Question 1: To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs the details of the recently signed agreement with respect to visas between Ireland and the USA; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [34092/08]
- International Agreements. (9 Oct 2008)
Billy Timmins: This side of the House welcomes arrangements with any country for the exchange of citizens. Can the Minister confirm whether applicants need a post-secondary qualification? I may have misinterpreted his comments, so I would appreciate clarification. When does he anticipate the exchanges to commence and how can one apply for a visa? Will advertisements be placed in newspapers? Will the...
- International Agreements. (9 Oct 2008)
Billy Timmins: It is important that the Minister ensures the details of this scheme are published as soon as possible. I am concerned the programme may be somewhat exclusive in that someone who wants to take a year out after completing his or her leaving certificate will not be able to apply for a visa.
- International Agreements. (9 Oct 2008)
Billy Timmins: That is regrettable because students often prefer to take a year out after secondary school to travel abroad. If US exchange students cannot find employment, will they be entitled to benefits in this State? If they have prearranged employment but this ceases during the 12 month period, what will happen? Has any progress been made in regard to the undocumented Irish? Do we know the number...
- International Agreements. (9 Oct 2008)
Billy Timmins: I am responding to the issues raised by the Minister. I am anxious to remain in order but I wish to facilitate the Minister.
- International Agreements. (9 Oct 2008)
Billy Timmins: Is there hope for these people?
- Departmental Staff. (9 Oct 2008)
Billy Timmins: Question 3: To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs the number of public servants in his Department as of 1 January 2000; the number as of 1 October 2008; the reason for the increase or decrease; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [34359/08]
- Departmental Staff. (9 Oct 2008)
Billy Timmins: Can the Minister give the number for the staff increase in Irish Aid for the period? He gave the monetary increase but not the staff increase.
- Departmental Staff. (9 Oct 2008)
Billy Timmins: I am asking about the number of personnel in Irish Aid.
- Departmental Staff. (9 Oct 2008)
Billy Timmins: Even if the Minister cannot give the figure for the increased staff, irrespective of how the budget increases, it should not lead to a substantial increase in personnel. How many people are working for Irish Aid in Limerick? How does this compare to the figures before it was decentralised? I have also looked at the numbers of staff working in the Minister's office. I know it is populist...
- Departmental Staff. (9 Oct 2008)
Billy Timmins: In order to ask the question I need to give the Minister the figures in case he does not have them. What do the people in his office do? How many of them are involved in working on constituency matters as opposed to departmental matters? While I do not expect him to answer for the two Ministers of State, I am sure it is similar for them.
- Departmental Staff. (9 Oct 2008)
Billy Timmins: The figure is 15.
- Departmental Staff. (9 Oct 2008)
Billy Timmins: Is there liaison between the Minister and Deputy Higgins?