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Central Bank and Credit Institutions (Resolution) (No. 2) Bill 2011: Report and Final Stages (12 Oct 2011)

Joe McHugh: I applaud the Minister for seeing sense in his consultation with the credit union movement. His decision to refer this particular aspect to the Commission on Credit Unions is wise. It is important to note that in our democratic model we have Opposition and Government sides, but the backbenchers on the Government side have a democratic role to play in Government. I reiterate my thanks to...

Community and Voluntary Sector: Motion (Resumed) (12 Oct 2011)

Joe McHugh: It was worthwhile to give my Government colleague latitude because he was giving the House very valid information. The Government amendment mentions the commitment to the North-South consultative forum in the St. Andrews Agreement and it is important that I reiterate Deputy Hannigan's observation and insight as Chairman of the Oireachtas Joint Committee on the Implementation of the Good...

Community and Voluntary Sector: Motion (Resumed) (12 Oct 2011)

Joe McHugh: -----but it is a practical cross-Border project which requires energy and commitment on a North-South basis and realignment would provide an opportunity to do this. My point on duplicity-----

Community and Voluntary Sector: Motion (Resumed) (12 Oct 2011)

Joe McHugh: I am over time. Three minutes was a bit short.

Community and Voluntary Sector: Motion (Resumed) (12 Oct 2011)

Joe McHugh: I will conclude by stating if we are serious about the focus of the Good Friday Agreement we should not consider Stormont and Westminster only. We must also consider the proceeds of North-South realignments and this must be done by challenging the mindset which exists between Stormont and Westminster.

Report by the Interdepartmental Working Group on Mortgage Arrears: Statements (Resumed) (20 Oct 2011)

Joe McHugh: I am glad to have the opportunity to contribute on this issue. I thank all those within the constituency who contacted me in the past week with their own proposals and suggestions. I thank them for what were often heart-felt contributions via e-mail, letter or the telephone to outline their predicament and the problems they face on a daily basis. Rather than it being a daily or weekly...

Written Answers — Internship Programme: Internship Programme (25 Oct 2011)

Joe McHugh: Question 279: To ask the Minister for Social Protection her views on the case of an person (details supplied) in County Donegal who is in receipt of €40 weekly jobseeker's, and who is being offered €50 per week to undertake a national internship scheme position at a premises which is 20km from home; her plans to amend the scheme so that there is a clear financial incentive taking into...

Written Answers — Telecommunications Services: Telecommunications Services (25 Oct 2011)

Joe McHugh: Question 338: To ask the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources the position regarding a date for broadband roll-out at a location (details supplied) in County Donegal; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31080/11]

Developments in the Eurozone: Statements (Resumed) (2 Nov 2011)

Joe McHugh: I welcome this opportunity to speak on the development of the European Union which is the conversation on everybody's lips. Greece is the subject of comment every morning on national radio and Italy is the subject of comment on local radio. This morning, the president of the Athens chamber of commerce was interviewed on "Morning Ireland" which was a sign that this world has changed. Five...

Written Answers — Special Educational Needs: Special Educational Needs (8 Nov 2011)

Joe McHugh: Question 176: To ask the Minister for Education and Skills when the general allocation model for learning support review will be completed; if he will provide an indicative date for when schools will be made aware of its outcome; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33389/11]

Written Answers — Special Educational Needs: Special Educational Needs (8 Nov 2011)

Joe McHugh: Question 177: To ask the Minister for Education and Skills the reason a school (details supplied) which had 83 pupils five years ago and has 143 pupils today is still receiving 0.8 learning support; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33390/11]

Written Answers — Proposed Legislation: Proposed Legislation (8 Nov 2011)

Joe McHugh: Question 578: To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport when legislation will be introduced for the standardised testing of motor homes as per Road Safety Authority guidelines; if this will be in line with national car test requirements; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33391/11]

Competition (Amendment) Bill 2011: Second Stage (Resumed) (9 Nov 2011)

Joe McHugh: I wish to share time with Deputy Barry and welcome the Minister to the House. I emphasise, and possibly agree with Deputy Calleary with regard to the respect within the corporate world and beyond for the Competition Authority in Ireland. It is a model of best practice and has the potential to be replicated. It is something of which to be proud. Obviously, the authority has challenges with...

Written Answers — Departmental Staff: Departmental Staff (9 Nov 2011)

Joe McHugh: Question 106: To ask the Minister for Social Protection if she has received representations from social welfare offices calling for additional resources, staff and so on; if she will identify the relevant offices; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [33547/11]

Written Answers — Inland Fisheries: Inland Fisheries (15 Nov 2011)

Joe McHugh: Question 351: To ask the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources if he will list all rivers in County Donegal that are closed to anglers; the length of time of each closure; if he will describe any pertinent plans for re-opening; the reasons for closures of the rivers; the numbers of counters on each individual river; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [34142/11]

Infrastructure and Capital Investment 2012-2016: Statements (16 Nov 2011)

Joe McHugh: I want to make a point about the A5, which was mentioned by previous speakers. It is important to realise to complexity of that particular project, which will bring investment to the north west. It is important to state a few facts. The Fianna Fáil Party, in its programme for Government, did not have one single penny for that capital project. Sinn Féin produced a pre-budget submission...

Infrastructure and Capital Investment 2012-2016: Statements (16 Nov 2011)

Joe McHugh: I have one question for Deputies on that side of the House. I am calling for a little bit of restraint on this debate.

Infrastructure and Capital Investment 2012-2016: Statements (16 Nov 2011)

Joe McHugh: There is a critical meeting on Friday and the divide and conquer theory in this House suits certain elements in Northern Ireland. If we cannot get a little bit of stability behind the rationale of austerity, which Sinn Féin in power acknowledges in Northern Ireland, we should not send out the negative signal that this project has been derailed or shelved, because that has not happened. I...

Fishing Industry Development: Statements (23 Nov 2011)

Joe McHugh: I welcome the fact that the Commission appears to be receptive to looking at the scientific advices on a case-by-case basis. It is a difficult task especially in mixed fisheries. I am aware that the Minister is working closely with stakeholders. Anecdotally, there is a view among fishermen that certain stocks are replenishing. I refer to hake, haddock and, in some cases, cod. What...

Road Transport Bill 2011: Second Stage (Resumed) (23 Nov 2011)

Joe McHugh: I welcome this technical Bill which is also welcomed by the haulage industry. There will be stiff penalties for unlicensed hauliers, which is to be welcomed because there was frustration in the industry at the fact that only licensed hauliers were compliant It is a welcome move to see unlicensed hauliers facing stringent penalties. I acknowledge the Minister's work in this regard. We must...