Results 221-240 of 1,441 for speaker:Ann Phelan
- Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport and Communications: Windscreen Replacement Standards: Discussion (6 Feb 2013)
Ann Phelan: It strikes me as strange that even though the car industry globally has concentrated on road safety over the past 25 years, we do not have international regulations on windscreens. Given that windscreens are critical to the safety of road vehicles it is strange that we are only highlighting this issue now.
- Order of Business (7 Feb 2013)
Ann Phelan: Saint Martin.
- Topical Issue Debate: VAT Rates (13 Feb 2013)
Ann Phelan: On the day that is in it, Ash Wednesday, I thank the Leas-Cheann Comhairle for allowing me to introduce this Topical Issue. I am keen to discuss how we might be able to help people. I know many are struggling with their conscience today and trying to decide whether they should give up cigarettes. Taking up smoking is easy, but it is remarkably difficult to give it up. Like many others, I...
- Topical Issue Debate: VAT Rates (13 Feb 2013)
Ann Phelan: I take on board the comments of the Minister of State on the constraints under which he is operating. However, I maintain that we should pursue the option, even under a pilot scheme. If the rate was reduced to 9% or if the products were more freely available and not limited to purchase in pharmacies, it would go a long way. If someone wants to make a change, we should ensure the pain of...
- Message from Select Committee (27 Feb 2013)
Ann Phelan: The Select Sub-Committee on the Environment, Community and Local Government has completed its consideration of the Water Services Bill 2013 and has made amendments thereto.
- Education and Training Boards Bill 2012: Report and Final Stages (27 Feb 2013)
Ann Phelan: Amendments Nos. 1, 2, 7, 10, 30, 50, 51 and 52 are related and will be discussed together.
- Education and Training Boards Bill 2012: Report and Final Stages (27 Feb 2013)
Ann Phelan: Amendments Nos. 4 and 11 are related and will be discussed together.
- Education and Training Boards Bill 2012: Report and Final Stages (27 Feb 2013)
Ann Phelan: Amendments Nos. 5 and 17 are related and will be discussed together.
- Education and Training Boards Bill 2012: Report and Final Stages (27 Feb 2013)
Ann Phelan: As amendments Nos. 8 and 9 are related, they may be discussed together.
- Education and Training Boards Bill 2012: Report and Final Stages (27 Feb 2013)
Ann Phelan: As amendments Nos. 12, 15, 21, 25 and 40 are related, they may be discussed together.
- Education and Training Boards Bill 2012: Report and Final Stages (27 Feb 2013)
Ann Phelan: Amendment No. 13, in the name of Deputy O'Brien, may not be moved because it is out of order. As amendments Nos. 14 and 16 are related, they may be discussed together.
- Education and Training Boards Bill 2012: Report and Final Stages (27 Feb 2013)
Ann Phelan: Amendments Nos. 18 to 20, inclusive, in the name of Deputy McConalogue have been ruled out of order.
- Education and Training Boards Bill 2012: Report and Final Stages (27 Feb 2013)
Ann Phelan: No. The Deputy may have an option to comment later, if it is relevant.
- Education and Training Boards Bill 2012: Report and Final Stages (27 Feb 2013)
Ann Phelan: Amendment No. 22 in the name of Deputy O'Brien has been ruled out of order.
- Education and Training Boards Bill 2012: Report and Final Stages (27 Feb 2013)
Ann Phelan: Amendments Nos. 23, 24 and 26 to 29, inclusive, are related and will be discussed together.
- Education and Training Boards Bill 2012: Report and Final Stages (27 Feb 2013)
Ann Phelan: Amendments No. 31 to 34, inclusive, and 42 are related and will be discussed together.
- Education and Training Boards Bill 2012: Report and Final Stages (27 Feb 2013)
Ann Phelan: Only Deputy Troy has the right to reply.
- Education and Training Boards Bill 2012: Report and Final Stages (27 Feb 2013)
Ann Phelan: Amendments Nos. 35 and 36 may be discussed together, as amendment No. 36 is related.
- Education and Training Boards Bill 2012: Report and Final Stages (27 Feb 2013)
Ann Phelan: Amendments Nos. 36 to 39, inclusive, are out of order.
- Education and Training Boards Bill 2012: Report and Final Stages (27 Feb 2013)
Ann Phelan: Amendments Nos. 43 and 44 are out of order.