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Aer Lingus: Motion. (24 May 2005)

Seán Crowe: Sinn Féin, in proposing this motion, is conscious that until now there has been no real opportunities for Deputies to discuss the cases for and against the privatisation of Aer Lingus and the ramifications it will have for Irish taxpayers, the airline workers and our island economy. It is in this spirit that Sinn Féin proposes to open this debate and give everyone, regardless of the dogma...

Written Answers — Social Welfare Benefits: Social Welfare Benefits (24 May 2005)

Seán Crowe: Question 61: To ask the Minister for Social and Family Affairs if, in view of the anomaly whereby persons claiming disability benefit are not entitled to a Christmas bonus, he will review and consider the financial implications of including this sector prior to next year's payment. [12164/05]

Written Answers — Anti-Poverty Strategy: Anti-Poverty Strategy (24 May 2005)

Seán Crowe: Question 96: To ask the Minister for Social and Family Affairs the progress which has been made to date following his commitment in January 2005 to tackle poverty in a co-ordinated and joined up way and his promise to review the way in which the Government measures and reports poverty; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17212/05]

Written Answers — School Accommodation: School Accommodation (24 May 2005)

Seán Crowe: Question 367: To ask the Minister for Education and Science if her attention has been drawn to the difficulties being experienced by staff and pupils at a school (details supplied) in County Donegal regarding the shortage of space; if her attention has further been drawn to the fact that a person with special needs is being taught in the staff toilets; and if she will make a statement on the...

Written Answers — Inquiry into Child Abuse: Inquiry into Child Abuse (24 May 2005)

Seán Crowe: Question 370: To ask the Minister for Education and Science the number of survivors and victims of child abuse organisations her Department has been in contact or consultation with; and the extent of the contact since the apology on behalf of the State. [17255/05]

Written Answers — Inquiry into Child Abuse: Inquiry into Child Abuse (24 May 2005)

Seán Crowe: Question 371: To ask the Minister for Education and Science the number of survivors and victims of child abuse organisations she has consulted about the Commission to Inquire into Child Abuse (Amendment) Bill 2005; and if they were given sufficient opportunity to outline changes or concerns they viewed as relevant to the Bill. [17256/05]

Written Answers — Inquiry into Child Abuse: Inquiry into Child Abuse (24 May 2005)

Seán Crowe: Question 372: To ask the Minister for Education and Science the number of survivors and victims of child abuse organisations her Department has funded; the funding disbursed to each group per organisation; and the amount and the criteria for such funding. [17257/05]

Written Answers — Inquiry into Child Abuse: Inquiry into Child Abuse (24 May 2005)

Seán Crowe: Question 373: To ask the Minister for Education and Science the way in which her Department determines the survivors and victims of child abuse organisations which are a legitimate group of a more legitimate group representing the sector. [17258/05]

Grangegorman Development Agency Bill 2004: Report Stage. (31 May 2005)

Seán Crowe: This was one of the main concerns expressed by residents and many of the amendments attempt to address the issue of consultation with the local community. Most people will be happy with the route the Minister has taken. Local residents worry that they only have one opportunity with regard to the matter. The neighbourhood includes groups which are very concerned about the development of this...

Grangegorman Development Agency Bill 2004: Report Stage. (31 May 2005)

Seán Crowe: I move amendment No. 9: In page 8, line 10, after "facilities" to insert the following: "with full, active and ongoing participation of local residents, community groups and their elected representatives through the Consultative Group of stakeholders". This amendment makes it clear that from its formation the focus of the agency shall be one that keeps the needs of the local community and...

Grangegorman Development Agency Bill 2004: Report Stage. (31 May 2005)

Seán Crowe: I support the amendments. For those who know anything about Dublin, the areas on the supplied map jump out as historically disadvantaged where people have been denied access not only to third level education but also to various facilities. I agree with Deputy Gregory that provisions for local access should be spelled out in the Bill. I spoke earlier of the negative impact it will have on...

Grangegorman Development Agency Bill 2004: Report Stage. (31 May 2005)

Seán Crowe: Will the Minister supply the €40 million that the college needs for development?

Grangegorman Development Agency Bill 2004: Report Stage. (31 May 2005)

Seán Crowe: I move amendment No. 15: In page 8, line 35, after "site" to insert the following: "in the context of a long-term plan agreed by local residents and community groups through the Consultative Group of stakeholders".

Grangegorman Development Agency Bill 2004: Report Stage. (31 May 2005)

Seán Crowe: I will speak about my amendment No. 35. These objectives for the development of the agency are crucial to its long-term success and include tackling education disadvantage and the provision of educational programmes for the local community. The Higher Education Authority report of December 2004 Achieving Equity of Access to Higher Education: Setting an Agenda for Action in Ireland was...

Grangegorman Development Agency Bill 2004: Report Stage. (31 May 2005)

Seán Crowe: Yes, as I do not believe the Minister addressed it in her reply.

Grangegorman Development Agency Bill 2004: Report Stage. (31 May 2005)

Seán Crowe: I move amendment No. 35: In page 10, between lines 14 and 15, to insert the following: (b) the provision of educational programmes and facilities for local communities and in particular programmes aimed at tackling educational disadvantage,". The Minister did not address the issue raised by this amendment in her earlier reply.

Written Answers — Labour Inspectorate: Labour Inspectorate (31 May 2005)

Seán Crowe: Question 43: To ask the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment if he will substantially increase the labour inspectorate to at least 75 inspectors; and if he will ensure the provision of proper legal and other professional support for the inspectorate. [18092/05]

Written Answers — School Staffing: School Staffing (31 May 2005)

Seán Crowe: Question 449: To ask the Minister for Education and Science if she will review and reconsider the decision to remove the first mainstream teacher from a school (details supplied) in County Donegal. [18242/05]

Grangegorman Development Agency Bill 2004: Report Stage (Resumed). (1 Jun 2005)

Seán Crowe: The amendments are seeking to deal with balance in the agency. One must ask why the local residents' concept was omitted. It appears to be just an add-on which highlights the flaws in thinking relating to involving local people in many of these plans. The Minister may argue that it is more than just a community aspect and that it deals with education, training and so on. It is also about...

Grangegorman Development Agency Bill 2004: Report Stage (Resumed). (1 Jun 2005)

Seán Crowe: I do not wish to labour the point, but I support my colleagues. Having a minimum of two residents is important as it would add to the strength of the board. Why was this element left out when the Bill was drafted?