Results 3,041-3,060 of 19,162 for speaker:Alan Shatter

Garda Operations (18 May 2011)

Alan Shatter: I suppose Deputy Higgins really cannot contain himself in trying to think of some smart comment to make. I always find Deputy Boyd Barrett's contributions interesting, and his and his Irish Anti-War Movement's anti-American obsession quite extraordinary. Perhaps the Irish Anti-War Movement might consider demonstrating against the Syrian Government killing its own people, now estimated at in...

Garda Operations (18 May 2011)

Alan Shatter: They might demonstrate against Colonel Gadaffi bombing his own towns.

Garda Operations (18 May 2011)

Alan Shatter: They might also demonstrate, perhaps peacefully, on this island against those who caused the sort of mayhem and thuggery we witnessed on Dorset Street last night-----

Garda Operations (18 May 2011)

Alan Shatter: -----when gardaí were targeted by violent thugs-----

Garda Operations (18 May 2011)

Alan Shatter: -----in circumstances in which there was an alleged protest. I find this approach by the Deputy amazing in the context of what he said. Of course it would be preferable if the resources that have been utilised to provide the level of security necessary because of the conduct of the types of individuals we saw on Dorset Street last night was not necessary.

Garda Operations (18 May 2011)

Alan Shatter: It would be preferable if people accepted the democratic will of the people and allowed, as is the case in most civilised democracies, leaders of foreign countries to visit this State without them being under threat, without bomb hoaxes and without viable devices being placed.

Garda Operations (18 May 2011)

Alan Shatter: It would be very productive if the Deputy protested against people who engage in that type of conduct, but, of course, that would not have crossed his mind.

Proposed Legislation (18 May 2011)

Alan Shatter: I propose to take Questions Nos. 43 and 71 together. The Government is committed, in line with our undertaking during the recent general election campaign, to bringing forward a constitutional referendum to allow for reductions in pay for members of the Judiciary in circumstances where it has been necessary for the State to engage in financial emergency measures in the public interest. While...

Proposed Legislation (18 May 2011)

Alan Shatter: I believe the Taoiseach answered that question in this House. I do not believe any assurances were given in the context of that issue. As the Deputy will be aware an interview with an unnamed judge was reported in The Irish Times, expressing some concerns with regard to how changes in the Finance Act might affect retiring members of the Judiciary. I have a simple view in this area, which...

Proposed Legislation (18 May 2011)

Alan Shatter: The importance of the position of President and the benefits to the State of the Presidency are clearly seen in the events of this week. Mrs. McAleese has been a most distinguished President. She and her husband have made an extraordinarily valuable contribution to the peace process. She has done enormous work to the benefit of the State in visits she has made to other countries. The...

Magdalene Laundries (18 May 2011)

Alan Shatter: I welcome the opportunity to speak to the House on this important issue. As many Members will know, I have long believed the issues raised by, or on behalf of, those women and girls who were resident in the Magdalene laundries must be fully investigated. I have great sympathy for the women concerned and want to help in bringing closure to this issue for the individuals concerned. Senior...

Magdalene Laundries (18 May 2011)

Alan Shatter: I expect to bring the matter before the Government by the end of the first week in June at the very latest, if not this month. I expect to be in a position to make certain announcements after my colleagues in government have had an opportunity to consider the matter. I hope matters will be advanced in a positive and helpful way as a consequence of the proposals that will be brought forward.

Global Intelligence Forum (18 May 2011)

Alan Shatter: I would not want to deprive the Deputy of the opportunity to ask a supplementary question before he receives his first answer. If he would like to go ahead, I am quite happy to sit down and relax for a couple of moments. We seem to be going at a rate of knots at this stage.

Global Intelligence Forum (18 May 2011)

Alan Shatter: He will.

Global Intelligence Forum (18 May 2011)

Alan Shatter: I know the Deputy is anticipating yet another conspiracy advanced by the US Government. I am anticipating the protest about capitalist imperialism and the possibility of demonstrations being held in Waterford. If the Deputy listens to the answer, perhaps he will be somewhat enlightened.

Global Intelligence Forum (18 May 2011)

Alan Shatter: I am advised that my Department has accepted an invitation to be represented at the second annual Global Intelligence Forum. Intelligence, of course, is very important.

Global Intelligence Forum (18 May 2011)

Alan Shatter: It is, indeed.

Global Intelligence Forum (18 May 2011)

Alan Shatter: A well known legal phrase is, Res ipsa loquitur. The Global Intelligence Forum is due to take place in Dungarvan from 11 to 13 July. I understand the forum which is organised by Mercyhurst College, in partnership with the Waterford local authorities - the Waterford local authorities have not yet been taken over by the CIA - is one of a number of outreach initiatives on which the college has...

Global Intelligence Forum (18 May 2011)

Alan Shatter: I would not wish to unduly upset the Deputy but it might not be a surprise to him to hear that "Spooks" is my favourite television programme. It is a great pity it is not on television at present. It should also not surprise the Deputy that there is substantial co-operation between us and the United States in dealing with organised crime and international terrorism. There is also...

Global Intelligence Forum (18 May 2011)

Alan Shatter: The Deputy is yet again revealing his eccentric and odd views of this world. He is overwhelmed personally with conspiracy theories and, despite denying it, an anti-US bias. He apparently loves the American people but does not want us to engage with or talk to them, which is an odd way of viewing the world. This is the second year that Mercyhurst College, which is based in Pennsylvania, has...