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Order of Business. (23 Nov 2005)

Bernard Durkan: In view of the progress being made in the dispute at An Post and in order to further the interests of the postal service and the negotiations taking place is it possible to reintroduce the postal services (miscellaneous provisions) Bill so all Members could take part in a constructive debate? I wish to ask about two other Bills. In order to alleviate any embarrassment that may be suffered by...

Order of Business. (23 Nov 2005)

Bernard Durkan: ——disposing of the licence fee, the broadcasting Bill — which is important legislation — should be published as a matter of urgency.

Order of Business. (23 Nov 2005)

Bernard Durkan: I appreciate the Ceann Comhairle is in a hurry but I am in a hurry too.

Order of Business. (23 Nov 2005)

Bernard Durkan: I appreciate all of that.

Order of Business. (23 Nov 2005)

Bernard Durkan: There is another item of important legislation given that Irish energy users in the industrial sector pay the highest prices in Europe.

Order of Business. (23 Nov 2005)

Bernard Durkan: This is promised legislation. The Chair is trying to help me but the energy (miscellaneous provisions) Bill has been promised and was supposed to be with us by now. This is an issue that affects the jobs of people all over the country.

Order of Business. (23 Nov 2005)

Bernard Durkan: There is not much time left in this session.

Written Answers — Garda Strength: Garda Strength (23 Nov 2005)

Bernard Durkan: Question 62: To ask the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform if his attention has been drawn to the fact that even in the event of the extra 2,000 gardaí promised, which have not as yet materialised, there will still remain a serious under-strength in the Garda Síochána in view of the demographic changes that have taken place in the past number of years with particular reference...

Written Answers — Crime Levels: Crime Levels (23 Nov 2005)

Bernard Durkan: Question 63: To ask the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform the action he has taken to address the escalating problem of gang warfare with particular reference to what appears to be a general acceptance that organised crime seems to be able to go about its business with impunity; his views regarding the likely knock-on effect whereby the next generation or would-be criminals are...

Written Answers — Garda Stations: Garda Stations (23 Nov 2005)

Bernard Durkan: Question 144: To ask the Minister for Finance the length of time it has taken to plan for the much promised and eagerly awaited new Garda station at Leixlip, County Kildare; if there has ever been such a long drawn-out process; the cost associated to date in 2005 with the project; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35968/05]

Written Answers — Transport Initiatives: Transport Initiatives (23 Nov 2005)

Bernard Durkan: Question 167: To ask the Minister for Transport the costings in respect of Transport 21; if his Department accepts the total cost at €34.4 billion has been reached on the basis of accurate assessment and predictions; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33155/05]

Written Answers — Gangland Killings: Gangland Killings (23 Nov 2005)

Bernard Durkan: Question 194: To ask the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform his proposals to deal with the serious escalation of organised crime in the past three years; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35932/05]

Written Answers — Gangland Killings: Gangland Killings (23 Nov 2005)

Bernard Durkan: Question 209: To ask the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform the extent to which those involved in crime including organised crime are allowed to operate freely; if any effort has been made to deal with this situation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35947/05]

Written Answers — Gangland Killings: Gangland Killings (23 Nov 2005)

Bernard Durkan: Question 212: To ask the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform if his attention has been drawn to the necessity to commit seriously large numbers of gardaí to the task of fighting organised crime; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35952/05]

Written Answers — Court Accommodation: Court Accommodation (23 Nov 2005)

Bernard Durkan: Question 195: To ask the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform if he has allocated sufficient funds to the Courts Service to facilitate current and anticipated requirements with particular reference to the repair and maintenance of courthouses and the administration of the service; if he has received requests for increases under any, all or none of these areas; if he has indicated a...

Written Answers — Criminal Assets: Criminal Assets (23 Nov 2005)

Bernard Durkan: Question 196: To ask the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform the number of properties or businesses known to be in the hands of or funded by criminal gangs or in the course of acquisition; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35934/05]

Written Answers — Crime Levels: Crime Levels (23 Nov 2005)

Bernard Durkan: Question 197: To ask the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform the number of reported incidences of anti-social behaviour throughout County Kildare in each of the past five years; the number of prosecutions arising therefrom; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35935/05]

Written Answers — Garda Stations: Garda Stations (23 Nov 2005)

Bernard Durkan: Question 198: To ask the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform if he intends to extend the opening hours of the various Garda stations throughout County Kildare; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35936/05]

Written Answers — Garda Stations: Garda Stations (23 Nov 2005)

Bernard Durkan: Question 215: To ask the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform his plans to increase Garda strength at the various Garda stations throughout County Kildare; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35955/05]

Written Answers — Deportation Orders: Deportation Orders (23 Nov 2005)

Bernard Durkan: Question 199: To ask the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform if he can confirm that all those deported to their homelands by his order have been properly treated; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35937/05]