Results 3,021-3,040 of 4,491 for speaker:John Perry
- Inter-Country Adoptions (9 May 2012)
John Perry: We are very much aware of the meeting. We have requested information from it and we intend to enter meaningful negotiations on what can be done. We are very much aware of the urgency of this issue and it will be dealt with decisively by the Minister, Deputy Fitzgerald.
- Higher Education Grants (9 May 2012)
John Perry: I am replying on behalf of my colleague, the Minister for Education and Skills, Deputy Ruairà Quinn, and I thank Deputy O'Mahony for raising this important matter. The Student Support Act became law last year, providing for fundamental reform of the student grants system. In practice, what this means is that, instead of four different student grant schemes with different terms and...
- Higher Education Grants (9 May 2012)
John Perry: I assure the Deputy that the Minister, Deputy Quinn, is a transforming Minister in the education area. This is a major transformation in the grants system. While the Deputy referred to the example of the medical card system, we are dealing with a completely different cohort of people in this area. They are very much into social media and the Internet. There is also the involvement of...
- Private Members' Business. Regulation of Debt Management Advisors Bill 2011: Second Stage (15 May 2012)
John Perry: I thank Deputy Michael McGrath for introducing this Bill and Deputy Seán Fleming for his speech this evening. I support its provisions in principle. These provisions reflect the Government's published amendments that will ensure proper regulation of this sector. I listened actively to the last speaker. I am advised that the insolvency Bill will be published by June.
- Private Members' Business. Regulation of Debt Management Advisors Bill 2011: Second Stage (15 May 2012)
John Perry: The protection of the consumer-----
- Private Members' Business. Regulation of Debt Management Advisors Bill 2011: Second Stage (15 May 2012)
John Perry: Yes, that is the advice I have been given.
- Private Members' Business. Regulation of Debt Management Advisors Bill 2011: Second Stage (15 May 2012)
John Perry: Protection of the consumer is paramount. The Government is committed to ensuring that a robust system of regulation is in place for debt advice, debt budgeting and debt management firms. Following the failure of Home Payments Limited last summer, the Central Bank inspected the bill payment and debt management sector to assess whether firms providing these services are carrying out any...
- British-Irish Parliamentary Assembly: Statements (17 May 2012)
John Perry: I add my voice to that of the Tánaiste in commending the hard work of the Co-Chairmen in organising such a substantial and timely programme for the plenary meeting of the British-Irish Parliamentary Assembly. The plenary theme of making business easier is one that is very close to my own heart and goes to the core of what we are seeking to achieve in developing the British-Irish...
- Credit Guarantee Bill 2012: Second Stage (Resumed) (17 May 2012)
John Perry: I met the Western Development Commission in my office. I just want to correct the record.
- Credit Guarantee Bill 2012: Second Stage (Resumed) (17 May 2012)
John Perry: Yes.
- Credit Guarantee Bill 2012: Second Stage (Resumed) (17 May 2012)
John Perry: It can be reviewed.
- Credit Guarantee Bill 2012: Second Stage (Resumed) (17 May 2012)
John Perry: The previous Government was looking at this for two years and did nothing.
- Debt Renegotiation (6 Jun 2012)
John Perry: I thank Deputy Michael McGrath for raising this important issue. I am taking this on behalf of the Minister for Finance, Deputy Noonan, who is on important Government business as we speak. The Government is committed to reviewing the arrangements that were put in place to capitalise the Irish Bank Resolution Corporation, IBRC, by the previous Government. The purpose of this review is to...
- Debt Renegotiation (6 Jun 2012)
John Perry: The Taoiseach gave a comprehensive reply this morning. As he stated, it is a eurozone problem. I do not doubt the capabilities of the Minister, Deputy Noonan. What he has achieved to date has been quite considerable. Deputy Michael McGrath must remember this is a legacy of the previous Government and which the current Administration inherited. The Deputy can be assured the interests of...
- European Communities (Amendment) Bill 2012: Second Stage (Resumed) (6 Jun 2012)
John Perry: I warmly welcome today's extensive Second Stage reading of the European Communities (Amendment) Bill 2012. Throughout this afternoon and evening, the House has heard from a range of voices from all sides which is very welcome. The debate will serve us well as the Bill goes forward next week to Committee Stage. Before we draw the debate to a close, I want to recall the essence of this...
- European Communities (Amendment) Bill 2012: Second Stage (Resumed) (6 Jun 2012)
John Perry: The growth agenda has been pressed by the Government since coming to office last year. I welcome this critical issue which has now gathered considerable traction among EU leaders and we will be working hard to ensure that these efforts show dividends in Ireland and across Europe. The people's vote last week strengthens the Government's hand as we now pursue the growth agenda, including at...
- Written Answers — Social Welfare Benefits: Social Welfare Benefits (6 Jun 2012)
John Perry: Question 394: To ask the Minister for Social Protection if carer's allowance will be granted in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Sligo. [27037/12]
- Written Answers — Social Welfare Benefits: Social Welfare Benefits (6 Jun 2012)
John Perry: Question 395: To ask the Minister for Social Protection if carer's allowance will be granted in respect of a person (details supplied). [27039/12]
- Seanad: Social Welfare Benefits (6 Jun 2012)
John Perry: I will do my best, Senator. I am taking this Adjournment matter on behalf of the Minister for Social Protection, Deputy Joan Burton, who sends her apologies for not being in a position to reply to the Senator. The purpose of the rent supplement scheme is to provide short-term income support to assist with reasonable accommodation costs of eligible people living in private rented...
- Seanad: Social Welfare Benefits (6 Jun 2012)
John Perry: I assure the Senator that I will speak to the Minister for Social Protection and I will bring the file to her attention. The point was made clearly. The rent supplement scheme is reviewed constantly and I have no doubt the Minister will take on board the Senator's recommendations. The Senator questioned the availability of local authority housing. Galway may be the exception, but in many...