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- Electoral (Amendment) Bill 2007: Second Stage (8 Mar 2007)
Finian McGrath: Imagine what it is like in a three seater.
- Electoral (Amendment) Bill 2007: Second Stage (8 Mar 2007)
Finian McGrath: Hear, hear.
- Electoral (Amendment) Bill 2007: Second Stage (8 Mar 2007)
Finian McGrath: I propose to share my time with Deputies Catherine Murphy, Gormley and Morgan. I welcome the opportunity to speak about the Electoral (Amendment) Bill 2007. This is an important debate because it gives us the opportunity to consider not only the legislation but also the position of independent politicians in the Ireland of 2007. It also presents an opportunity for us to examine the role of...
- Written Answers — Criminal Prosecutions: Criminal Prosecutions (8 Mar 2007)
Finian McGrath: Question 117: To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform the reason no prosecution was brought in a case (details supplied); and the measures being put in place to ensure that the same people do not assault others again. [9260/07]
- Departmental Expenditure. (20 Mar 2007)
Finian McGrath: That is a sad day for Ireland.
- Departmental Expenditure. (20 Mar 2007)
Finian McGrath: We are willing to serve the country.
- Health Bill 2006: Instruction to Committee. (20 Mar 2007)
Finian McGrath: I thank the Chair for the opportunity to speak on this motion. It is important when talking about the health service that we have a vision and plan for its development. The health service belongs to the people, the taxpayers and citizens of the State. No-one should hold the high moral ground in debate on the health service nor should the issue be used as a political football. It is...
- Asset Covered Securities (Amendment) Bill 2007: Second Stage (20 Mar 2007)
Finian McGrath: I am grateful for the opportunity to speak on this legislation. I welcome the debate on the Asset Covered Securities (Amendment) Bill 2007. I always welcome reforming legislation coming before the House, and this also gives us an opportunity to discuss in detail the financial sector, the economy, banking, jobs and investment, which are crucial at this point in our history. It also gives us...
- Asset Covered Securities (Amendment) Bill 2007: Second Stage (20 Mar 2007)
Finian McGrath: It is not a myth, it is a reality.
- Written Answers — Health Services: Health Services (20 Mar 2007)
Finian McGrath: Question 374: To ask the Minister for Health and Children if a long-term care package will be put in place for a person (details supplied) in Dublin 5 as a matter of priority. [9499/07]
- Written Answers — Services for People with Disabilities: Services for People with Disabilities (20 Mar 2007)
Finian McGrath: Question 375: To ask the Minister for Health and Children the reason parents of children with spina bifida are forced to raise funds for new equipment; and if these services will be properly funded in 2007. [9500/07]
- Written Answers — Organ Retention: Organ Retention (20 Mar 2007)
Finian McGrath: Question 376: To ask the Minister for Health and Children if assistance will be given to persons (details supplied) in Dublin 17 regarding the organ retention issue; and if she will work with the family on this matter. [9501/07]
- Written Answers — Hospital Services: Hospital Services (20 Mar 2007)
Finian McGrath: Question 437: To ask the Minister for Health and Children the reason a person (details supplied) in Dublin 9 who lives near Beaumont Hospital is outside the catchment area for Beaumont Hospital physiotherapy services; and if this situation will be changed and these services adequately funded. [9949/07]
- Written Answers — Services for People with Disabilities: Services for People with Disabilities (20 Mar 2007)
Finian McGrath: Question 452: To ask the Minister for Health and Children if she will increase the funding in 2007 for St. Michael's House services; and if she will work with the Department of Education and Science in expanding services for adults with a disability at the Santry Hall unit. [10039/07]
- Written Answers — Medical Cards: Medical Cards (20 Mar 2007)
Finian McGrath: Question 471: To ask the Minister for Health and Children if a person (details supplied) in Dublin 5 qualifies for a medical card; and if she will give the family the maximum support. [10264/07]
- Written Answers — Health Services: Health Services (20 Mar 2007)
Finian McGrath: Question 472: To ask the Minister for Health and Children her views on the concerns of families of people with a disability who are being charged by the Health Service Executive for their long-term care, particularly pensioners who are left with little to buy clothes, food and so on; and her plans to assist those families. [10265/07]
- Written Answers — Health Services: Health Services (20 Mar 2007)
Finian McGrath: Question 473: To ask the Minister for Health and Children if she will assist persons (details supplied) with their costs; and if she will make it a priority issue. [10266/07]
- Written Answers — Foreshore Licences: Foreshore Licences (20 Mar 2007)
Finian McGrath: Question 513: To ask the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources the situation regarding the proposed 52 acre infill to Dublin Bay; and if he will support the campaign to save Dublin Bay. [9532/07]
- Written Answers — Human Rights Issues: Human Rights Issues (20 Mar 2007)
Finian McGrath: Question 543: To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs his views regarding President Uribe, Columbia and his relationship with paramilitary groups and the increasing arrests of Government employees and his political allies in Congress; and if he will support those in Columbia who are developing the peace process. [9864/07]
- Written Answers — Sports Funding: Sports Funding (20 Mar 2007)
Finian McGrath: Question 550: To ask the Minister for Arts, Sport and Tourism the position regarding funding for athletes who are representing Ireland in canoeing; and if they will be given the maximum support in 2007. [9409/07]