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Anglo Irish Bank Corporation Bill 2009: Second Stage (20 Jan 2009)

Arthur Morgan: I share Deputy Rabbitte's concern that there is not enough time to debate this Bill, a scandal in itself. I reaffirm Sinn Féin's commitment to a State-owned bank, long a demand of the party's. We support public ownership of a major banking institution. This Bill is not, however, nationalisation in the public interest. It is simply a bail out for the former patrons of the now defunct...

Anglo Irish Bank Corporation Bill 2009: Second Stage (20 Jan 2009)

Arthur Morgan: That is evidence that we do not have enough time to discuss this important matter. That itself is a failure of this House. We should be back doing a full day's business. Never mind these special half days for this carry-on.

Anglo Irish Bank Corporation Bill 2009: Second Stage (20 Jan 2009)

Arthur Morgan: It is forced on us.

Anglo Irish Bank Corporation Bill 2009: Second Stage (20 Jan 2009)

Arthur Morgan: It is that culture that has us where we are.

Anglo Irish Bank Corporation Bill 2009: Committee and Remaining Stages (20 Jan 2009)

Arthur Morgan: I move amendment No. 1: In page 6, line 24, after "Minister" to insert "on behalf of the Oireachtas". This amendment concerns the issue of accountability. I am trying to ensure the Oireachtas has a substantial say in the operation and in any major decisions, particularly at a policy level, of this new bank we will shortly own. The history of banking in recent times demonstrates clearly that...

Anglo Irish Bank Corporation Bill 2009: Committee and Remaining Stages (20 Jan 2009)

Arthur Morgan: I do not accept that. Nobody is asking that the Oireachtas would have a role in the day to day operation of the bank. That is not the case. I cite again the example of the Health Service Executive, which is allowed to do more or less what it likes, and it suits the Government politically to distance itself from some of the madness that is going on. In regard to the HSE, I need not outline...

Anglo Irish Bank Corporation Bill 2009: Committee and Remaining Stages (20 Jan 2009)

Arthur Morgan: We are.

Anglo Irish Bank Corporation Bill 2009: Committee and Remaining Stages (20 Jan 2009)

Arthur Morgan: Sack them.

Anglo Irish Bank Corporation Bill 2009: Committee and Remaining Stages (20 Jan 2009)

Arthur Morgan: I support this excellent amendment. One of the reasons is that it offers the Government an opportunity to tell us exactly where it stands. Does it stand on the side of ordinary small investors such as those we have seen on television attending the EGM on Friday last? Alternatively, does it stand with the Seánie Fitzes of this world and those in his gang who have been dealing with other...

Anglo Irish Bank Corporation Bill 2009: Committee and Remaining Stages (20 Jan 2009)

Arthur Morgan: I am addressing the broader context. However, we are still only on amendment No. 2, and there are only 40 minutes left, so I will conclude. I hope the Minister will answer some of the reasonable questions that have been asked, because we are all being asked those questions outside the House.

Written Answers — Foreign Conflicts: Foreign Conflicts (27 Jan 2009)

Arthur Morgan: Question 110: To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs his plans to veto proposed upgrades in EU relations with Israel. [1882/09]

Written Answers — Ministerial Staff: Ministerial Staff (27 Jan 2009)

Arthur Morgan: Question 175: To ask the Taoiseach the number of civil servants engaged solely in constituency work on behalf of the Ministers of State in his Department at present; and the salaries, accommodation costs and expenses involved or associated with these duties in 2008. [2071/09]

Written Answers — Ministerial Staff: Ministerial Staff (27 Jan 2009)

Arthur Morgan: Question 176: To ask the Taoiseach the number of civil servants engaged in constituency work on behalf of the Ministers of State in his Department at present; and the salaries, accommodation costs and expenses involved or associated with these duties in 2008. [2086/09]

Written Answers — Ministerial Staff: Ministerial Staff (27 Jan 2009)

Arthur Morgan: Question 207: To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment the number of civil servants engaged solely in constituency work on behalf of the Ministers of State in her Department at present; and the salaries, accommodation costs and expenses involved or associated with these duties in 2008. [2064/09]

Written Answers — Ministerial Staff: Ministerial Staff (27 Jan 2009)

Arthur Morgan: Question 208: To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment the number of civil servants engaged in constituency work on behalf of the Ministers of State in her Department at present; and the salaries, accommodation costs and expenses involved or associated with these duties in 2008. [2079/09]

Written Answers — Ministerial Staff: Ministerial Staff (27 Jan 2009)

Arthur Morgan: Question 209: To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment the number of civil servants engaged solely in constituency work on her behalf in her Department; and the salaries, accommodation costs and expenses involved or associated with these duties. [2101/09]

Written Answers — Ministerial Staff: Ministerial Staff (27 Jan 2009)

Arthur Morgan: Question 210: To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment the number of civil servants engaged partly in constituency work on her behalf in her Department; and the salaries, accommodation costs and expenses involved or associated with these duties. [2110/09]

Written Answers — Disabled Drivers: Disabled Drivers (27 Jan 2009)

Arthur Morgan: Question 240: To ask the Minister for Finance when the review of the disabled drivers and disabled passengers tax concessions scheme by an interdepartmental group established for that purpose will be complete; if progress has been made to date by this group; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48122/08]

Written Answers — Ministerial Staff: Ministerial Staff (27 Jan 2009)

Arthur Morgan: Question 301: To ask the Minister for Finance the number of civil servants engaged solely in constituency work on behalf of the Ministers of State in his Department at present; and the salaries, accommodation costs and expenses involved or associated with these duties in 2008. [2066/09]

Written Answers — Ministerial Staff: Ministerial Staff (27 Jan 2009)

Arthur Morgan: Question 302: To ask the Minister for Finance the number of civil servants engaged in constituency work on behalf of the Ministers of State in his Department at present; and the salaries, accommodation costs and expenses involved or associated with these duties in 2008. [2081/09]