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Ceisteanna - Questions: Northern Ireland (21 Jun 2016)

Enda Kenny: I looked at this. I do not mind but the question in respect of the visit to Belfast is slightly different from the other four questions.

Ceisteanna - Questions: Northern Ireland (21 Jun 2016)

Enda Kenny: I propose to take Questions Nos. 6 to 10, inclusive, together. I last visited Belfast on Monday, 13 June, when I addressed a conference on "Working Together for Peace and Prosperity", organised by the University of Ulster. I took the opportunity in my remarks to outline the Irish Government’s position regarding the imminent UK referendum on European Union membership. I outlined...

Ceisteanna - Questions: Northern Ireland (21 Jun 2016)

Enda Kenny: We have a genuine interest in the development and stimulation of both economies, and that is why I am glad the Sinn Féin Party supports the opportunity for people to vote to stay as a member of the European Union. Deputy Adams is aware there is €3 billion on the table for peace and reconciliation and cross-Border activities for communities, etc. No date has yet been fixed for the...

Ceisteanna - Questions: Northern Ireland (21 Jun 2016)

Enda Kenny: In respect of the discussion that took place at the British-Irish Council, elections had taken place in a number of administrations since the last meeting. Therefore, those who were representing the different areas gave an indication of the priorities of the new administrations and where they saw developments occurring. In our case, we made the point that Government wanted to learn lessons...

Pre-European Council: Statements (21 Jun 2016)

Enda Kenny: I welcome this opportunity to address the House in advance of the European Council next week. The outcome of the UK referendum will, of course, determine the focus of the meeting. The current migration situation will also be discussed, as will a range of economic issues. There will also be a discussion on some foreign and security policy issues which the Minister of State, Deputy Dara...

Pre-European Council: Statements (21 Jun 2016)

Enda Kenny: We could make a recommendation-----

Pre-European Council: Statements (21 Jun 2016)

Enda Kenny: Yes, it was always 15 minutes.

Written Answers — Department of An Taoiseach: Departmental Properties (21 Jun 2016)

Enda Kenny: All properties occupied by my Department are provided by the Office of Public Works. My Department does not lease any properties.

Written Answers — Department of An Taoiseach: Cross-Border Projects (21 Jun 2016)

Enda Kenny: I propose to take Questions Nos. 47, 48 and 66 together. The Irish Government outlined its commitment to supporting North-South development in the National Development Plan 2016 - 2021, in the "Fresh Start Agreement" and in the Programme for a Partnership Government. The Irish Government is committed to investing in infrastructure to support North-South cooperation and unlock the full...

Written Answers — Department of An Taoiseach: Overseas Visits (21 Jun 2016)

Enda Kenny: Between now and the end of 2016, I will be attending three European Council meetings. I will travel to Brussels next week, on 28-29 June and again in October (20-21) and December (15-16). I do not have any firm plans, at present, for other overseas visits. My officials, in conjunction with other relevant Government Departments and Agencies, are considering the matter with a view to...

Written Answers — Department of An Taoiseach: UK Referendum on EU Membership (21 Jun 2016)

Enda Kenny: I propose to take Questions Nos. 50 to 58, inclusive, together. I recently spoke with Prime Minister Cameron by telephone on 6 May 2016, when we discussed a number of matters, including the UK Referendum on EU Membership. I meet with Prime Minister Cameron regularly in the normal course of events on a bilateral basis and at European Council meetings. Our recent bilateral discussions...

Written Answers — Department of An Taoiseach: Departmental Staff (21 Jun 2016)

Enda Kenny: I propose to take Questions Nos. 59, 60 and 65 together. The Department of the Taoiseach's core role will continue to be supporting me, the Government and the Ministers of State in the Department in relation to all our domestic, EU and international responsibilities, and driving implementation of the new Programme for a Partnership Government. The Programme for Government Office, based in my...

Written Answers — Department of An Taoiseach: Citizens Assembly (21 Jun 2016)

Enda Kenny: Members for the Citizens' Assembly will be selected on the basis of being representative of the Irish electorate in terms of gender, age and regional spread by a polling company commissioned for that purpose. Preparations for establishment of the Assembly in the Autumn are being worked on by my Department. The tender document will be published when finalised.

Written Answers — Department of An Taoiseach: Constitutional Amendments (21 Jun 2016)

Enda Kenny: Under the Programme for a Partnership Government, the Government is committed to holding Constitutional referendums on the following matters: - Article 41.2.1, regarding a "woman's life within the home" - Article 40.6.1, on the offence of blasphemy - Ireland's participation in the Unified Patent Court - Giving the office of Ceann Comhairle constitutional standing. A timescale has not yet been...

Written Answers — Department of An Taoiseach: Ministerial Responsibilities (21 Jun 2016)

Enda Kenny: The Programme for a Partnership Government was published on 11 May and sets out an ambitious programme of work to be implemented over the lifetime of the Government. My Department is working in consultation with all Departments to identify individual commitments and agree responsibility for these actions. These will be published in due course by each Department in their respective...

Written Answers — Department of Defence: Defence Forces Personnel Data (21 Jun 2016)

Enda Kenny: In August 1999 the Minister for Defence established an inter-Departmental Group under the Chairmanship of Mr. Liam Dunbar to conduct a review of the provision of medical services to members of the Defence Forces. The Group carried out a detailed study of the role and operations of the Medical Corps. The Group completed its report in June 2000. The report did not relate to suicide in the...

Written Answers — Department of Defence: Defence Forces Operations (21 Jun 2016)

Enda Kenny: I am given to understand that the changes proposed relate solely to matters where bi-lateral assistance is requested of Finland or where Finland may wish to offer such bi-lateral assistance in specific circumstances. The intention is to expand the Finnish Defence Forces' legal mandate to include providing and accepting international assistance. As the Deputy will appreciate it is a...

Written Answers — Department of Defence: Defence Forces Operations (21 Jun 2016)

Enda Kenny: I support my predecessor’s view that there is an ongoing requirement to examine new and innovative means of improving capabilities in the security and the defence domain, so that the Defence Forces are in a position to undertake the roles assigned by Government. The Government approved arrangements in July 2011, whereby Enterprise Ireland (EI) would support the Department of...

Written Answers — Department of Defence: Ministerial Responsibilities (21 Jun 2016)

Enda Kenny: Deputy Paul Kehoe has been appointed as a Minister of State attending Government and Minister of State at the Department of the Taoiseach and the Department of Defence with special responsibility for the Department of Defence. Following this appointment, the Government have made the Defence (Delegation of Ministerial Functions) Order 2016 under the Minister and Secretaries (Amendment)...

Written Answers — Department of Defence: Livestock Issues (21 Jun 2016)

Enda Kenny: As you are aware the management and protection of the Curragh Plains, one of the most open and accessible areas in the Country, is an ongoing process. On 8 March 2016 the first meeting of the newly established Curragh Plains Representative Forum was held. The meeting was chaired by the Department of Defence and was attended by invited representatives from the Defence Forces, an Garda...