Results 3,401-3,420 of 22,424 for speaker:Finian McGrath

Written Answers — Social Welfare Benefits: Social Welfare Benefits (12 Feb 2008)

Finian McGrath: Question 356: To ask the Minister for Social and Family Affairs if he will assist a person (details supplied) in Dublin 3. [4591/08]

Written Answers — Special Educational Needs: Special Educational Needs (12 Feb 2008)

Finian McGrath: Question 506: To ask the Minister for Education and Science the position regarding a matter (details supplied). [5114/08]

Written Answers — Army Barracks: Army Barracks (12 Feb 2008)

Finian McGrath: Question 521: To ask the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform if Clancy Barracks was used to store guns and ammunition for the Garda in 1999 to 2000; and if so, the procedures that were put in place for the removal and storage of same when Clancy Barracks closed. [4543/08]

Written Answers — Grant Payments: Grant Payments (12 Feb 2008)

Finian McGrath: Question 545: To ask the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform if a group (details supplied) will be assisted. [4648/08]

Written Answers — Citizenship Applications: Citizenship Applications (12 Feb 2008)

Finian McGrath: Question 557: To ask the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform if he will support an application (details supplied). [4828/08]

Written Answers — Northern Ireland Issues: Northern Ireland Issues (12 Feb 2008)

Finian McGrath: Question 569: To ask the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform if a person (details supplied) in Dublin 1 will be supported. [5136/08]

Social Welfare and Pensions Bill 2008: Second Stage (Resumed) (13 Feb 2008)

Finian McGrath: Until he runs out of words.

Social Welfare and Pensions Bill 2008: Second Stage (Resumed) (13 Feb 2008)

Finian McGrath: I thank the Ceann Comhairle for giving me this opportunity to speak to this important legislation, the Social Welfare and Pensions Bill 2008. It gives us the opportunity to examine in detail our social welfare and pensions system. It is also a chance to ensure we support the weakest sections of society and ensure they will always receive their maximum entitlements and be treated with...

Special Educational Needs: Motion (Resumed) (13 Feb 2008)

Finian McGrath: I welcome this important debate on special needs education, particularly for children with autism. I commend the parents and families of these children on their work, commitment and courage in this regard. As a parent of a daughter with an intellectual disability, I will continue to push and fight for the development of educational services and will do my best, both in the Dáil with the...

Written Answers — Community Pharmacy Services: Community Pharmacy Services (13 Feb 2008)

Finian McGrath: Question 213: To ask the Minister for Health and Children if she will work hard to resolve the Irish Pharmaceutical Union and the Health Service Executive dispute as a matter of urgency. [5646/08]

Written Answers — Health Services: Health Services (13 Feb 2008)

Finian McGrath: Question 211: To ask the Minister for Health and Children if a person (detail supplied) in County Cavan will be supported. [5627/08]

Written Answers — Health Services: Health Services (13 Feb 2008)

Finian McGrath: Question 212: To ask the Minister for Health and Children if the proposals on cystic fibrosis by a person (details supplied) will be supported. [5629/08]

Written Answers — Services for People with Disabilities: Services for People with Disabilities (13 Feb 2008)

Finian McGrath: Question 214: To ask the Minister for Health and Children if she will assist a person (details supplied) in Dublin 9. [5647/08]

Written Answers — Health Services: Health Services (13 Feb 2008)

Finian McGrath: Question 215: To ask the Minister for Health and Children if she will assist a person (details supplied) in Dublin 5. [5648/08]

Written Answers — Nursing Homes Repayment Scheme: Nursing Homes Repayment Scheme (13 Feb 2008)

Finian McGrath: Question 216: To ask the Minister for Health and Children if she will assist a person (details supplied) in Dublin 3. [5649/08]

Written Answers — Schools Building Projects: Schools Building Projects (13 Feb 2008)

Finian McGrath: Question 354: To ask the Minister for Education and Science the timeframe for a school (details supplied) in County Leitrim to go to design; the timeframe for completion of same. [5630/08]

Written Answers — Educational Disadvantage: Educational Disadvantage (13 Feb 2008)

Finian McGrath: Question 360: To ask the Minister for Education and Science the time frame for the mid-term review of schools not included in DEIS; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [5645/08]

Written Answers — Prisoner Releases: Prisoner Releases (13 Feb 2008)

Finian McGrath: Question 395: To ask the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform the reason that prisoners with an improved behaviour record are being refused sensible pre-release courses (details supplied). [5650/08]

Immigration, Residence and Protection Bill 2008: Second Stage (Resumed) (14 Feb 2008)

Finian McGrath: I thank the Cathaoirleach for the opportunity of speaking on this important legislation, the Immigration, Residence and Protection Bill 2008. Before I go into the details of the Bill I must mention the importance of having a wide-ranging debate on immigration and listening to all views on this important issue. To those who say that politicians never discuss this issue, I say get real. We...

Immigration, Residence and Protection Bill 2008: Second Stage (Resumed) (14 Feb 2008)

Finian McGrath: We must end such hypocrisy. I will always support the Irish in America, but I will also support and assist immigrants in our country even when it may not be popular politically. Let us be honest. We all get regular requests from immigrants and asylum seekers at our offices and clinics. This type of work has been going on for years. We are not looking for gold medals as Members of the...