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Written Answers — Special Educational Needs: Special Educational Needs (28 Oct 2010)

Charlie O'Connor: Question 9: To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Education and Skills the position regarding her dealings in respect of staffing issues at a school (details supplied) in Dublin 24; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [39531/10]

Value-Added Tax Consolidation Bill 2010: Second Stage (2 Nov 2010)

Charlie O'Connor: As there are no further speakers offering, I invite the Minister of State to reply.

Value-Added Tax Consolidation Bill 2010: Second Stage (2 Nov 2010)

Charlie O'Connor: In accordance with Standing Order 141, the Bill, with the concurrence of both Houses, will be referred to the Standing Joint Committee on Consolidation Bills. I understand the motion of referral will be moved shortly.

Written Answers — Special Educational Needs: Special Educational Needs (2 Nov 2010)

Charlie O'Connor: Question 128: To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Education and Skills if she will provide an update on contacts with a school (details supplied) in Dublin 24; if she will note the concerns of the school community in respect of issues regarding staffing and the need for immediate action; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [39826/10]

European Council: Statements (3 Nov 2010)

Charlie O'Connor: You will have question time as well and I would be happy to facilitate you. I call Deputy Aengus Ó Snodaigh.

European Council: Statements (3 Nov 2010)

Charlie O'Connor: By order of the day, the Minister of State shall take questions for a period not exceeding 20 minutes and shall then be called upon to make a statement in reply, which shall not exceed five minutes.

European Council: Statements (3 Nov 2010)

Charlie O'Connor: I am following the order of the day.

European Council: Statements (3 Nov 2010)

Charlie O'Connor: Would Members like me to take questions together or singly?

European Council: Statements (3 Nov 2010)

Charlie O'Connor: The Minister of State must propose that.

European Council: Statements (3 Nov 2010)

Charlie O'Connor: Is that agreed? Agreed.

European Council: Statements (3 Nov 2010)

Charlie O'Connor: I am anxious to facilitate all Deputies who wish to offer.

European Council: Statements (3 Nov 2010)

Charlie O'Connor: The Minister of State without interruption.

European Council: Statements (3 Nov 2010)

Charlie O'Connor: Instead of just telling Deputy Ó Snodaigh, I want to inform all Members that nine minutes remain in this slot.

Written Answers — Proposed Legislation: Proposed Legislation (9 Nov 2010)

Charlie O'Connor: Question 346: To ask the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government the consultations he is having with interested parties in respect of the proposed residential tenancies (amendment) Bill; when he expects work on the Bill to be completed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41464/10]

Education (Amendment) Bill 2010: Second Stage (Resumed) (10 Nov 2010)

Charlie O'Connor: I am happy to share my time with Deputy Michael Ahern. I hope I will be forgiven if I preface my remarks by paying tribute to Deputy Mary Upton. I was shocked, as many were, to hear of her plans to retire.

Education (Amendment) Bill 2010: Second Stage (Resumed) (10 Nov 2010)

Charlie O'Connor: I have known her family for many years and I am from Crumlin which she skilfully represents. I have not had the opportunity to wish her well. Some of us may be retired in a more forceful manner but she has done it on her own terms and I wish her well. I hope she does not get into trouble by my saying that. The Education (Amendment) Bill 2010 provides for direct State involvement in the...

Education (Amendment) Bill 2010: Second Stage (Resumed) (10 Nov 2010)

Charlie O'Connor: I hate to say this but I am not from Tallaght either; I am from around here but I have been in Tallaght for many years.

Education (Amendment) Bill 2010: Second Stage (Resumed) (10 Nov 2010)

Charlie O'Connor: I would not be a Dáil Deputy today had I not moved to Tallaght for a job 40 years ago and I am proud of that fact. As regards this legislation, I cut my political teeth in the education sphere. I was given an opportunity by the then parish priest of St. Mark's, Dr. Richard Sherry, who is now in retirement in Donnybrook, when he appointed me to the local school board. Arising from that...

Message from Select Committee (10 Nov 2010)

Charlie O'Connor: The Select Committee on Justice, Defence and Women's Rights has concluded its consideration of the Criminal Law (Insanity) Bill 2010 and has made amendments thereto.

Reform of Structures of Government: Motion (Resumed) (10 Nov 2010)

Charlie O'Connor: We resume the debate of which ten minutes remain in this slot. Deputy Phil Hogan is the next speaker.