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Requests to move Adjournment of Dáil under Standing Order 32 (24 Nov 2009)

Phil Hogan: I seek the adjournment of the Dáil under Standing Order 32 to discuss an issue of national importance and concern, namely, the hardship caused to families, businesses and people involved in agriculture as a result of recent flooding and the need to provide humanitarian and other assistance to people in affected areas throughout the country.

Requests to move Adjournment of Dáil under Standing Order 32 (24 Nov 2009)

Phil Hogan: On a point of order-----

Requests to move Adjournment of Dáil under Standing Order 32 (24 Nov 2009)

Phil Hogan: What constitutes approval for a Standing Order 32 request?

Flood Relief: Statements. (24 Nov 2009)

Phil Hogan: I wish to share time with Deputy Dan Neville. The Dáil meets this evening as many thousands of homeowners, business owners and farmers are counting the cost of severe flooding and damage that has destroyed their livelihoods. I wish to offer the sympathies of the House to those who face continuing hardship as more bad weather approaches. I also acknowledge and welcome the fact that the...

Flood Relief: Statements. (24 Nov 2009)

Phil Hogan: I am aware of that, the Government decided to divide the House earlier.

Flood Relief: Statements. (24 Nov 2009)

Phil Hogan: My colleagues will outline some examples of experiences they have had in their constituencies in dealing with these matters. This crisis began last Wednesday, when gales, torrential rain and thunderstorms caused flooding in the west, with the River Corrib and it tributaries bursting banks in several parts of Galway city and county. Continued torrential rain throughout Thursday day and...

Flood Relief: Statements. (24 Nov 2009)

Phil Hogan: How does one apply for it?

Flood Relief: Statements. (24 Nov 2009)

Phil Hogan: I have a number of questions. I welcome the fact that the Minister of State with responsibility for the Office of Public Works has said he agrees with Fine Gael's view that an early-warning system is required.

Flood Relief: Statements. (24 Nov 2009)

Phil Hogan: When will the consultants be appointed and what timescale does he have in mind for implementing that scheme? Early intervention is critical for people at this stage. The Minister for Social and Family Affairs should recognise that community welfare officers are already overburdened with work. Perhaps another mechanism could be used, such as the Red Cross or other organisations, to...

Flood Relief: Statements. (24 Nov 2009)

Phil Hogan: I do not accept that any version is correct until it is independently assessed.

Flood Relief: Statements. (24 Nov 2009)

Phil Hogan: Someone must be in charge.

Written Answers — National Asset Management Agency: National Asset Management Agency (24 Nov 2009)

Phil Hogan: Question 177: To ask the Minister for Finance if he requires EU approval for the National Asset Management Agency Bill in advance of the signature of the President in respect of this legislation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43041/09]

Written Answers — Road Network: Road Network (24 Nov 2009)

Phil Hogan: Question 276: To ask the Minister for Transport when finance will be allocated to Kilkenny County Council to comply with the 1% for art funding arising from the completion of the Graiguenamanagh relief road in County Kilkenny; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42586/09]

Written Answers — Mediation Services: Mediation Services (24 Nov 2009)

Phil Hogan: Question 289: To ask the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform if, in view of the findings of the review group on public expenditure on the need for increased use of mediation in litigation by the State, he will request the Attorney General and the Chief State Solicitor to initiate a review of all litigation involving the State, initially at High Court level, to see if mediation...

Written Answers — Urban Renewal Schemes: Urban Renewal Schemes (24 Nov 2009)

Phil Hogan: Question 416: To ask the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government if he has received the 2008 accounts for the Dublin Docklands Development Authority; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43030/09]

Written Answers — Tax Yield: Tax Yield (24 Nov 2009)

Phil Hogan: Question 431: To ask the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government the amount that would be raised if the tax on non-principal private dwellings was extended to include properties used for the rental accommodation scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42761/09]

Written Answers — Grant Payments: Grant Payments (24 Nov 2009)

Phil Hogan: Question 498: To ask the Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Food his plans to reintroduce the young farmers installation aid; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43087/09]

Written Answers — School Transport: School Transport (24 Nov 2009)

Phil Hogan: Question 526: To ask the Minister for Education and Science further to Parliamentary Question No. 267 of 15 October 2009, the reason for the delay in respect of the decision; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42553/09]

Written Answers — Physical Education Facilities: Physical Education Facilities (24 Nov 2009)

Phil Hogan: Question 527: To ask the Minister for Education and Science if he has received an application for a new gym to be constructed at a school (details supplied) in County Carlow; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42588/09]

Written Answers — Schools Refurbishment: Schools Refurbishment (24 Nov 2009)

Phil Hogan: Question 529: To ask the Minister for Education and Science if he will approve an application under the summer works scheme in respect of a school (details supplied) in County Kilkenny; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42594/09]