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Order of Business (12 Nov 2015)

Joan Burton: Just hold on. I know this is being done for video purposes on the Deputy's part. She should just hold on and get off the stage. We are talking in the Parliament. All I am saying is that it would be very foolish of any Government or any Member of this House not to take on board the learning of the trauma that those families suffered when they lost their precious babies. If that is one of...

Order of Business (12 Nov 2015)

Joan Burton: The Deputy asked about court appointments and retirements. I do not have any information on that.

Order of Business (12 Nov 2015)

Joan Burton: The family courts Bill is scheduled for next year and the Education (Admission to Schools) Bill is awaiting Second Stage.

Order of Business (12 Nov 2015)

Joan Burton: There is no proposed legislation on any of the different matters the Deputy raised.

Order of Business (12 Nov 2015)

Joan Burton: I will address the Deputy's final point first. I am happy to say that at midnight on Sunday, one of the most significant recommendations made by the Constitutional Convention, which was on the introduction of marriage equality, will come into full legal force in a significantly reduced timeframe. This is due to the general co-operation and support of citizens - the most important element -...

Order of Business (12 Nov 2015)

Joan Burton: On the bankruptcy Bill, we want to see that legislated for before the end of the year in the context of the very important reform proposals put forward by my colleague, Deputy Willie Penrose. The Taoiseach affirmed that yesterday.

Order of Business (12 Nov 2015)

Joan Burton: It is obvious that even in the most loving families and political groups, tensions break out from time to time.

Order of Business (12 Nov 2015)

Joan Burton: I extend congratulations to Longford on achieving the investment to which Center Parcs has committed. For the information of Deputy Bannon and others, I understand the project will have some of the best swimming facilities in Europe.

Order of Business (12 Nov 2015)

Joan Burton: Good for Longford. I also understand that some recruitment has commenced. The apprenticeship Bill will be early next year.

Order of Business (12 Nov 2015)

Joan Burton: I do not have a date for that Bill as yet.

Order of Business (12 Nov 2015)

Joan Burton: The Bill should be published next year.

Order of Business (12 Nov 2015)

Joan Burton: I understand the legislation on mediation, the National Archives and civil liability is expected next year.

Finance Bill 2015: Financial Resolutions (12 Nov 2015)

Joan Burton: I move the following Resolutions:THAT section 520(1) of the Taxes Consolidation Act 1997 (No. 39 of 1997) and Schedule 13 to the Taxes Consolidation Act 1997 (No. 39 of 1997) which provides for payments in respect of professional services by certain persons, be amended in the manner and to the extent specified in the Act giving effect to this Resolution. THAT, as respects the tax treatment...

Finance Bill 2015: Allocation of Time: Motion (12 Nov 2015)

Joan Burton: I move: That, notwithstanding anything in Standing Orders:(1) The proceedings in the Select Sub-Committee on Finance on the Finance Bill 2015 shall be brought to a conclusion in accordance with the following timetable: Date: Proceedings: To conclude not later than: Tuesday, 17th November Part 1 (sections 1 to 13) 9 p.m. Wednesday, 18th November Part 1 (sections 14 to 19) 1 p.m. Part 1...

Finance Bill 2015: Allocation of Time: Motion (12 Nov 2015)

Joan Burton: I must confess that because it was such a positive budget, there was a great deal to commend and discuss, particularly in the context of people returning to work, as to how to make things better for everybody in Ireland. I would love to see much more time allocated to that.

Written Answers — Department of Social Protection: Carer's Allowance Applications (12 Nov 2015)

Joan Burton: The person concerned was in receipt of carer’s allowance (CA) up to 30 September 2015 when, following a review of entitlement, it was determined that the care recipient no longer required full-time care and attention and that CA was no longer payable. Recently, additional evidence has been submitted by the applicant and is being reviewed. Once the review is completed, the person...

Written Answers — Department of Social Protection: Invalidity Pension Appeals (12 Nov 2015)

Joan Burton: The Social Welfare Appeals Office has advised me that an appeal by the person concerned was registered in that office on I October 2015. It is a statutory requirement of the appeals process that the relevant Departmental papers and comments by the Deciding Officer on the grounds of appeal be sought. When these papers have been received from the Department, the case in question will be...

Written Answers — Department of Social Protection: Disability Allowance Eligibility (12 Nov 2015)

Joan Burton: Since January 2009 illness benefit is payable for a maximum of two years, i.e. 624 days. The person concerned made a claim to illness benefit from 20 Jan 2014 and is currently receiving illness benefit at a graduated rate, plus a top up of supplementary welfare allowance. Their entitlement for payment of illness benefit will expire on 16 Jan 2016. Notification confirming the expiry date...

Written Answers — Department of Social Protection: Carer's Allowance Applications (12 Nov 2015)

Joan Burton: I confirm that the department received an application for carer’s allowance from the person concerned on 25 August 2015. The application is currently being processed and once completed, the person concerned will be notified directly of the outcome.

Written Answers — Department of Social Protection: Rent Supplement Scheme Payments (12 Nov 2015)

Joan Burton: The client concerned has been requested to provide the Department with relevant outstanding documentation. On receipt of same, the claim will be re-assessed with regard to entitlement.