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Business of Dáil (22 Mar 2016)

Enda Kenny: We had agreed on the last occasion that the Dáil would meet today and again on 6 April. In respect of recognising the changed circumstances that apply, I proposed two amendments to what was agreed on the last occasion. The first was to extend the period for discussion, ideas and issues surrounding housing and homelessness and the second concerned the very important matter of giving...

European Council Meeting: Statements (22 Mar 2016)

Enda Kenny: I wish to express my deepest sympathy to the victims of the horrific bomb attacks that took place in Brussels this morning. These acts were utterly indiscriminate and an attack on our society and democratic values. I condemn them in the strongest possible terms, as I also condemn the attacks in Mali last night. Those who seek to use death and violence in this way must be confronted, will...

Housing and Homelessness: Statements (22 Mar 2016)

Enda Kenny: I look forward to hearing and reading the propositions of the various Members. Access to affordable, safe and secure housing has shaped Irish politics since before our State was founded. Few issues are as fundamental to the social and economic well-being of any nation as housing and the security it brings. There is nothing more mentally or financially destructive than the loss of one's...

Written Answers — Department of An Taoiseach: Employment Data (22 Mar 2016)

Enda Kenny: The Quarterly National Household Survey (QNHS) is the official source of estimates of employment (ILO) in the State. Estimates of employment are produced by NUTS 3 Regions. The NUTS 3 South-West region includes Cork City and County and County Kerry. Due to methodology and sample size it is not possible to produce reliable estimates for the County of Kerry from the QNHS as the survey is not...

Written Answers — Department of An Taoiseach: Departmental Staff Data (22 Mar 2016)

Enda Kenny: My Department recognises the importance of having a number of staff fluent in and capable of providing services through Irish. A number of staff working in my Department have indicated that they have proficiency in Irish and are competent to provide service to customers in Irish to varying degrees. Indeed, my Department's Customer Charter states that customers who wish to conduct their...

Nomination of Taoiseach (Resumed) (6 Apr 2016)

Enda Kenny: The Dáil has failed to agree on the nomination of a Taoiseach. As I informed the House on 10 March last and in accordance with the Constitution, the Government and I will continue to carry out our duties and will do so until a new Government has been appointed. I might note that since the last sitting of the House, many of the important events to commemorate the Easter Rising of...

Nomination of Taoiseach (Resumed) (6 Apr 2016)

Enda Kenny: It is not simply about numbers; it is also about stability and building a relationship of trust. This is a centenary year, which obviously is an important symbolic year, and in the quite complex decision that the people have given, it is right and proper that the cards they have dealt and the spectrum of responsibility and politics for which they have voted be reflected in genuine attempts...

Dáil Reform: Statements (6 Apr 2016)

Enda Kenny: I welcome the opportunity to speak about the Sub-Committee on Dáil Reform, including its interim report. On 10 March 2016, when the House reconvened following the election, for the first time in its history, the Members had the opportunity to elect a Ceann Comhairle by secret ballot. This change in Standing Orders was introduced by me before the general election in order that people...

Written Answers — Department of An Taoiseach: Inniúlacht sa Ghaeilge sa Státseirbhís (6 Apr 2016)

Enda Kenny: Tógfaidh mé Ceisteanna Uimhireacha 3 agus 4 le chéile. Faoi láthair, tá 196.9 ball foirne [coibhéis foirne lánaimseartha] ag oibriú i mo Roinn. Aithníonn mo Roinn an tábhacht a bhaineann le líon baill foirne a bheith ann a bhfuil Gaeilge líofa acu agus atá in ann seirbhísí a sholáthar trí Ghaeilge. Thug...

Nomination of Taoiseach (Resumed) (14 Apr 2016)

Enda Kenny: The Dáil has, so far, not agreed on the nomination and appointment of a Taoiseach and, as I informed the House on 10 March, in accordance with the Constitution the Government and I continue to carry out our duties and will do so until a new government has been appointed. After the general election, I undertook to work towards establishing a stable and lasting government. I invited...

Business of Dáil (20 Apr 2016)

Enda Kenny: In respect of what Deputy Adams raised about the High Court judgment of 19 April and a constitutional challenge to section 99 - the power to suspend sentences - of the Criminal Justice Act 2006, as amended, this morning, the Department of Justice and Equality is in consultation with the Attorney General's office on the implications of yesterday's decision of the High Court. The High Court...

Written Answers — Department of An Taoiseach: Appointments to State Boards (20 Apr 2016)

Enda Kenny: I make appointments to the National Economic and Social Council (NESC) and the National Statistics Board (NSB). Since the start of 2015 I have made one appointment to the NESC and no appointments to the NSB. Ms. Patricia King, General Secretary of the Irish Congress of Trade Unions, was appointed to the NESC in March 2015. Her appointment was made following nomination by the ICTU in...

Written Answers — Department of An Taoiseach: Departmental Properties (20 Apr 2016)

Enda Kenny: My Department does not own any properties, land or car parks. Properties occupied by my Department and the National Economic and Social Development Office are provided and managed by the Office of Public Works.

Written Answers — Department of An Taoiseach: Departmental Data (20 Apr 2016)

Enda Kenny: I have made no appointments to the National Economic and Social Council (NESC) or the National Statistics Board (NSB) to date in 2016. The tables detail each Statutory Instrument signed; each Request for Tender issued and each contract entered into by my Department and the National Economic and Social Development Office (NESDO) from 1 January to 19 April 2016. Statutory Instruments signed...

EU-UK Relations: Statements (21 Apr 2016)

Enda Kenny: I am pleased to have the opportunity to speak to the House today on this topic, which is of major significance and importance to us in the context of our national, bilateral and international interests. We are now approaching a critical juncture.  In just nine weeks, on 23 June, the UK electorate will answer the question that is being put to them in their referendum; it is a straight...

EU-UK Relations: Statements (21 Apr 2016)

Enda Kenny: I appreciate that, a Cheann Comhairle. It is an important subject.

EU-UK Relations: Statements (21 Apr 2016)

Enda Kenny: Thank you, Deputy. On 18 February, EU Heads of State and Government paved the way for the UK referendum date to be set following their agreement of a "New Settlement for the UK in the EU". In this, we successfully addressed many of the issues of concern to the UK, and reached an agreement which was acceptable to all EU partners and which allowed Prime Minister Cameron to launch his...

Business of Dáil (27 Apr 2016)

Enda Kenny: First, in respect of the comments made by Deputy Boyd Barrett, a motion will not change the legislation that is required on that issue and there will be time for a debate on the issue on another occasion. It is good that we are talking about the economy this morning. Deputy Ryan asked for a debate on this issue a number of weeks ago and note was taken of that by the Whip. In respect of...

Business of Dáil (27 Apr 2016)

Enda Kenny: I wish to point out to Deputy Donnelly in particular that the Spring Economic Statement, which is required to be presented by the Minister for Finance, is the area where policy discussion can take place and which provides a full opportunity for every Member for debate. This paper is merely technical and statistical. There is no policy change here. A debate of some length would be required...

Business of Dáil (27 Apr 2016)

Enda Kenny: The facts speak for themselves. There are ongoing discussions between the two largest parties in the Dáil, Fine Gael and Fianna Fáil, with a view to putting in place the parameters of an agreement that would allow for a Government to be formed, on which there would need to be consultation with Independent Members. Motions will not impact and change legislation, as is necessary, if...