Results 341-360 of 1,441 for speaker:Ann Phelan

An Bille um an Dara Leasú is Tríocha ar an mBunreacht (Deireadh a Chur le Seanad Éireann) 2013: Second Stage (Resumed) - Thirty-second Amendment of the Constitution (Abolition of Seanad Éireann) Bill 2013: Second Stage (Resumed) (20 Jun 2013)

Ann Phelan: I thank the Leas-Cheann Comhairle for the opportunity to speak on this very important and historic topic. We need a reasoned debate on the issue. There are many diverse opinions on the Upper House of Oireachtas Éireann and the question is whether we should abolish the Seanad or reform it. The Labour Party has taken a long, hard look at the Seanad and in our view, the case for its...

An Bille um an Dara Leasú is Tríocha ar an mBunreacht (Deireadh a Chur le Seanad Éireann) 2013: Second Stage (Resumed) - Thirty-second Amendment of the Constitution (Abolition of Seanad Éireann) Bill 2013: Second Stage (Resumed) (20 Jun 2013)

Ann Phelan: The Deputy found out.

European Council Meeting: Statements (25 Jun 2013)

Ann Phelan: Deputy Gerry Adams is sharing his time with Deputy Seán Crowe.

Estimates for Public Services 2013: Message from Select Sub-Committee (25 Jun 2013)

Ann Phelan: The Select sub-Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport has completed its consideration of the following Revised Estimate for public services for the service of the year ending 31 December 2013: Vote 31 - Transport, Tourism and Sport.

European Council in Brussels: Statements (2 Jul 2013)

Ann Phelan: I must ask the Deputy to conclude.

European Council in Brussels: Statements (2 Jul 2013)

Ann Phelan: I call Deputy Adams, who will share time with Deputy Crowe, namely, seven and a half minutes.

European Council in Brussels: Statements (2 Jul 2013)

Ann Phelan: I call Deputy Mick Wallace, who I understand is sharing time with Deputy Boyd Barrett.

Written Answers — Department of Finance: VAT Rates Reductions (2 Jul 2013)

Ann Phelan: 194. To ask the Minister for Finance if it is envisaged that the special rate of VAT set at 9% for tourism related activities including that of restaurants and hotels initially implemented between 1 July 2011 and 31 December 2013, will be extended in view of the level of employment creation that has arisen because of this introduction and the benefits that have been passed on to the consumer...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport and Communications: Tourism Industry Market Strategies: Discussion with Tourism Ireland, Fáilte Ireland and Irish Hotels Federation (3 Jul 2013)

Ann Phelan: That is fine but if the Deputy asks the questions I intend to ask we might have a difficulty.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport and Communications: Tourism Industry Market Strategies: Discussion with Tourism Ireland, Fáilte Ireland and Irish Hotels Federation (3 Jul 2013)

Ann Phelan: We could talk all day about tourism. I come from the Carlow-Kilkenny region. Tourism is vital to the economy of Kilkenny and Carlow. I congratulate the local authorities in Kilkenny and Carlow who do great work in promoting both areas. Carlow is doing a really good job in trying to up its game in this area. I think it is safe to conclude at this point that The Gathering has been...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport and Communications: Tourism Industry Market Strategies: Discussion with Tourism Ireland, Fáilte Ireland and Irish Hotels Federation (3 Jul 2013)

Ann Phelan: Yes, it came to me on foot of something Senator Brennan said. I am not sure whether I have the correct figures but I think Scotland attracts five times more overseas visitors than Ireland. Given that the two countries have similar climates, nice landscapes, etc., why do more people tend to visit Scotland? Why do they not make the next leg of the journey and visit Ireland? Why do they...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport and Communications: Tourism Industry Market Strategies: Discussion with Tourism Ireland, Fáilte Ireland and Irish Hotels Federation (3 Jul 2013)

Ann Phelan: Is it possible to circulate some information on the EDEN initiative?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport and Communications: Tourism Industry Market Strategies: Discussion with Tourism Ireland, Fáilte Ireland and Irish Hotels Federation (3 Jul 2013)

Ann Phelan: Saturday night will be very important.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport and Communications: Tourism Industry Market Strategies: Discussion with Tourism Ireland, Fáilte Ireland and Irish Hotels Federation (3 Jul 2013)

Ann Phelan: I can assure the Vice Chairman that there will be no empty seats in Nowlan Park on Saturday night.

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Monument to the International Brigades (16 Jul 2013)

Ann Phelan: 165. To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade the action that can be taken by the Government regarding a recent decision by the Spanish supreme court to remove a memorial to the International Brigades who fought in the Spanish Civil War from 1936 to 1939 (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35191/13]

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: Education and Training Provision (16 Jul 2013)

Ann Phelan: 361. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills the position regarding vocational training in the hospitality industry (details supplied) in which there are no training for the past two years; his plans to alter this situation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35124/13]

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: Education and Training Boards Issues (16 Jul 2013)

Ann Phelan: 362. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills the opportunities for the vocational education committees to participate in the hospitality industry (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35126/13]

Written Answers — Department of Finance: Household Charge Collection (18 Sep 2013)

Ann Phelan: 213. To ask the Minister for Finance the statistics for outstanding household charges for counties Carlow and Kilkenny; the number of these outstanding payments that will incur penalties; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37951/13]

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: Student Grant Scheme Eligibility (18 Sep 2013)

Ann Phelan: 339. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills the position regarding an Irish citizen (details supplied) in County Kilkenny who satisfies all the relevant criteria to avail of help and funding from Student Universal Support Ireland, but who fails the criteria on residency, having lived abroad for a time; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37934/13]

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: Office of Public Works Properties (18 Sep 2013)

Ann Phelan: 438. To ask the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform his plans for the former Garda Staion in Ballyragget in County Kilkenny (details supplied). [37029/13]