Results 4,321-4,340 of 5,311 for speaker:Tom Hayes

Forestry Bill 2013: Second Stage (Resumed) (27 Nov 2013)

Tom Hayes: It does not.

Forestry Bill 2013: Second Stage (Resumed) (27 Nov 2013)

Tom Hayes: I will.

Forestry Bill 2013: Second Stage (Resumed) (27 Nov 2013)

Tom Hayes: At the outset, I would like to thank the many Deputies, including the Ceann Comhairle, who wished me well. All one needs in life is luck and, hopefully, things will go well in carrying out my tasks on behalf of the public. I also thank the many Deputies on both sides of the House for their contributions to the Second Stage debate on this significant Bill. Their contributions have been...

Forestry Bill 2013: Referral to Select Committee (27 Nov 2013)

Tom Hayes: I move:That the Bill be referred to the Select Committee on Agriculture, Food and the Marine pursuant to Standing Orders 82A(3)(a) and (6)(a) and 126(1) of the Standing Orders relative to Public Business.

Order of Business (3 Dec 2013)

Tom Hayes: Deputy Martin is recruiting now. He is on a recruitment drive.

Topical Issue Debate: Common Agricultural Policy Negotiations (3 Dec 2013)

Tom Hayes: I thank the Deputy for allowing me the opportunity to come in here and explain exactly where we are on this. I apologise for the absence of the Minister. The Deputy quite rightly pointed out that he was on other business. He is in Japan, where he has succeeded in opening up the trade for beef in that country, which is hugely welcome right across this country. In June 2013, political...

Topical Issue Debate: Common Agricultural Policy Negotiations (3 Dec 2013)

Tom Hayes: I assure the Deputy that no time or effort will be spared in negotiating for as much as can possibly be achieved in the coming months. Consultation is ongoing with all stakeholders. The Deputy should not believe everything he reads in the newspapers. To be clear, no decision has yet been made on these matters. As we speak, departmental officials are talking to colleagues in other...

Seanad: Horse and Greyhound Racing Fund Regulations 2013: Motion (4 Dec 2013)

Tom Hayes: The most recent estimates available suggest the horse and greyhound racing industries, combined, support in excess of 24,000 jobs and generate €1.6 billion in economic output throughout the country. These industries receive financial support from the State through the Horse and Greyhound Racing Fund in accordance with the legislation, specifically under section 12 of the Horse and...

Seanad: Horse and Greyhound Racing Fund Regulations 2013: Motion (4 Dec 2013)

Tom Hayes: I would like to respond to all the issues raised but will try to be brief. I thank all Senators who have spoken for their contributions. An issue raised by all Senators was the delay in the introduction of the Betting (Amendment) Bill. I agree with the comments in that regard. However, the Bill is delayed at European Commission level. I will write again to the Minister for Finance...

Seanad: Horse and Greyhound Racing Fund Regulations 2013: Motion (4 Dec 2013)

Tom Hayes: The Senator can make his point again when that Bill comes before the House. Senator Ó Domhnaill, like many other Senators, acknowledged the economic value of the horse and greyhound industry. I do not agree with Senator Barrett's comments. The economic benefit of the horse and greyhound industry is huge. The Senator should perhaps visit the courses in Dublin to see what is happening...

Seanad: Horse and Greyhound Racing Fund Regulations 2013: Motion (4 Dec 2013)

Tom Hayes: I could. One should consider the success Aidan O'Brien has brought, as did Vincent O'Brien before him, as well as Tommy Wade with Dundrum. The list is endless in respect of horse racing, jumping and the industry as a whole. Someone made reference to the greyhound industry and Senator Ó Domhnaill in particular spoke of the difficulties therein. While the chairman of Bord na gCon, Phil...

Topical Issue Debate: National Food Bank (11 Dec 2013)

Tom Hayes: I thank Deputy Ellis for raising this timely and important issue in regard to the distribution of surplus food. The Department has been involved for some years in administering the programme of food aid for deprived persons. The programme of food aid for deprived persons was first introduced in 1987 as a reaction to conditions faced by deprived persons during a particularly harsh winter....

Topical Issue Debate: National Food Bank (11 Dec 2013)

Tom Hayes: I cannot but agree with what the Deputy says about the huge amount of food that is being wasted but consumers are demanding that very uniform products be available in the supermarkets. This morning, I visited north Dublin where the horticultural growers have a significant problem. There are many issues relating to supermarkets. One thing they pointed out was the demand for very uniform...

Committee on Transport and Communications: Select Sub-Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Traffic (No. 2) Bill: Committee Stage (11 Dec 2013)

Tom Hayes: The meeting has been convened to consider the Road Traffic (No. 2) Bill 2013. The purpose of the Bill is to amend and extend the Road Traffic Acts 1961 to 2011, to amend section 20 of the Road Safety Authority Act 2006, section 16 of the Road Transport Act 2011 and the Road Safety Authority (Commercial Vehicle Roadworthiness) Act 2012 and to provide for related matters. I welcome the...

Committee on Transport and Communications: Select Sub-Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Traffic (No. 2) Bill: Committee Stage (11 Dec 2013)

Tom Hayes: Amendments Nos. 1 and 2, in the name of Deputy McEntee, are related and may be discussed together.

Committee on Transport and Communications: Select Sub-Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Traffic (No. 2) Bill: Committee Stage (11 Dec 2013)

Tom Hayes: There seems to be general agreement on this amendment.

Committee on Transport and Communications: Select Sub-Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Traffic (No. 2) Bill: Committee Stage (11 Dec 2013)

Tom Hayes: Amendments Nos. 3 to 5, inclusive, are related and may be discussed together.

Committee on Transport and Communications: Select Sub-Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Traffic (No. 2) Bill: Committee Stage (11 Dec 2013)

Tom Hayes: Amendments Nos. 8 and 9 are related and may be discussed together.

Committee on Transport and Communications: Select Sub-Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Traffic (No. 2) Bill: Committee Stage (11 Dec 2013)

Tom Hayes: On that point, will this increase costs for those with buses and minibuses who have had their vehicles tested in the normal way and must hold on to the documentation?

Committee on Transport and Communications: Select Sub-Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Traffic (No. 2) Bill: Committee Stage (11 Dec 2013)

Tom Hayes: I have heard a number of people talking about that issue.