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Topical Issue Debate: North-South Road Projects (25 Apr 2013)

John Perry: I am taking this matter on behalf of my colleague the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport. Arising from the St. Andrews Agreement, the Irish Government gave a commitment to co-fund the construction of the A5 through Northern Ireland to Derry, thus improving access to Letterkenny and north Donegal. The Government's original commitment was to have been a contribution of £400...

Topical Issue Debate: North-South Road Projects (25 Apr 2013)

John Perry: I am somewhat shocked by Deputy McConalogue's overall assessment of this issue. This viewpoint is representative of the Minister, Deputy Varadkar, who has clearly stated that the Government is committed. We cannot interfere with the court in Belfast. It has made a ruling and the project has been deferred. Does the Deputy expect the Irish Government to overturn that decision? He should...

Topical Issue Debate: North-South Road Projects (25 Apr 2013)

John Perry: There is no doubt about leadership in this country; it is quite definitive compared to that of the previous leader.

Topical Issue Debate: North-South Road Projects (25 Apr 2013)

John Perry: I will keep to the point, but the Deputy made a point about leadership. There is no doubt about leadership in this matter. There is no ambiguity, and the Taoiseach has stated that categorically. We have committed the money but we cannot interfere with the planning process in Northern Ireland. When that is resolved the Government's commitment of financial support will still be in place. I...

Topical Issue Debate: North-South Road Projects (25 Apr 2013)

John Perry: There is no partnership approach when it comes to the habitats directive. This is-----

Topical Issue Debate: North-South Road Projects (25 Apr 2013)

John Perry: There is a commitment. At the last ministerial meeting there was an agreement. The reply clearly states: "The project will be delayed but the Irish Government remains committed to the A5 project which it fully recognises is of strategic importance." That is the Government's commitment. We have committed the money. That is an extraordinary commitment in these difficult times with the...

Topical Issue Debate: Parking Charges (25 Apr 2013)

John Perry: I enjoyed my visit to Howth very much at the invitation of the chamber of commerce and I compliment it on the fantastic facility there, the beautiful region and the whole opportunity for business. The Government is very committed to small businesses, which are the backbone of the Irish economy, in particular, restaurants and pubs. We fully recognise that the 200,000 small companies and...

Topical Issue Debate: Parking Charges (25 Apr 2013)

John Perry: I have no doubt that based on the skills and competence of the Minister, Deputy Bruton, when he decides to stand for that area the people will recognise his significant talent and ability and will elect him to represent the area.

Topical Issue Debate: Parking Charges (25 Apr 2013)

John Perry: I do not see him having any difficulty in that regard in any sense. However, business is business when it comes to State assets and our 68 ports. I know the potential of Rossaveal, Killybegs and Castletownbere very well. In regard to Howth, obviously the 500 car-parking spaces are in a premium location for business. When we go to any town or business centre, parking is generally...

Topical Issue Debate: Parking Charges (25 Apr 2013)

John Perry: Deputy Broughan must agree that many people use free parking to park for the day. This is not good for business. The ideal for a business is that somebody comes in to do their business and only parks for an hour or two, leaving the parking space free then for someone else. However, if somebody parks for the whole day because it is free, that is not good for business. If we were to do due...

Topical Issue Debate: Parking Charges (25 Apr 2013)

John Perry: I would not go down that road. The Deputy would certainly lose that argument.

Topical Issue Debate: Parking Charges (25 Apr 2013)

John Perry: I believe this is a good State investment. The money is ring-fenced and will go back into the facility's infrastructure. The Minister has taken submissions on this from all the fishery harbours and I have no doubt he will take the Deputy's opinion on board.

Topical Issue Debate: Parking Charges (25 Apr 2013)

John Perry: I have no doubt he will take it on board. That is my overview from being in Ros a' Mhíl, Castletownbere and Killybegs. These State assets have to stand on their own feet. Value for money has to be provided.

Written Answers — Department of Social Protection: Disability Allowance Appeals (30 Apr 2013)

John Perry: 320. To ask the Minister for Social Protection when a disability allowance application will be granted in respect of a person (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [20269/13]

Seanad: Adjournment Matters: Redundancy Payments (1 May 2013)

John Perry: I am taking this matter on behalf of the Minister for Social Protection. On 25 April last, the European Court of Justice issued a ruling which contained a number of clarifications regarding transposition EU Directive 2008/94EC which concerns the protection of employees in the event of the insolvency of their employer. This ruling was in response to a July 2011 referral from the High Court...

Seanad: Adjournment Matters: Redundancy Payments (1 May 2013)

John Perry: I would like to emphasise what I said in my response. I stated that following the European Court of Justice ruling, the matter will now revert to the High Court for consideration, which is very important, and that given that this matter remains before the courts, it would not be appropriate for me to comment further on any specific aspects of the case at this time.

Written Answers — Department of Social Protection: Disability Allowance Appeals (7 May 2013)

John Perry: 215. To ask the Minister for Social Protection when a decision will be made on a disability allowance appeal in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Sligo; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [21333/13]

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: Student Grant Scheme Eligibility (8 May 2013)

John Perry: 89. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills if he will agree to accept the 2011 statements of income from the parents of an applicant for a Student Universal Support Ireland application lodged in September 2012 [21671/13]

Ceisteanna - Questions - Priority Questions: Job Creation Issues (22 May 2013)

John Perry: I have been informed by IDA Ireland that in the period from January 2012 to date, five of the six site visits by potential investors to south Tipperary visited the vacant Cordis facility in Cashel. These visits were from new companies visiting the location and region for the first time and from senior executives of existing client companies. IDA Ireland has confirmed that it is actively...

Ceisteanna - Questions - Priority Questions: Job Creation Issues (22 May 2013)

John Perry: I wish to assure the Deputy that IDA Ireland is working very hard to find an occupier. This is a fantastic facility in a cluster that is recognised for life sciences. In south Tipperary alone, eight IDA client companies employ 3,500 people. It is important to emphasise that aspect. The fact that it is a fantastic cluster will enhance the opportunity to find an occupier for the facility as...