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Departmental Expenditure. (5 Nov 2009)

James Bannon: This would pull much of the traffic from the congested east coast of the country.

Departmental Expenditure. (5 Nov 2009)

James Bannon: I also have a question about motor insurance. Has the Minister consulted the Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment about the huge increase of 15% in the cost of motor insurance due to the poor condition of our roads?

Departmental Expenditure. (5 Nov 2009)

James Bannon: The Minister has so many reports he could use them to paper the walls of this House twice over.

Departmental Expenditure. (5 Nov 2009)

James Bannon: The Government wasted that money.

Transport 21. (5 Nov 2009)

James Bannon: The Minister omitted from his list the Kinnegad to Rooskey and on to Sligo motorway project, which is an important east-west link. What is the status of that motorway now as a result of the downturn in the economy? We have a Minister responsible for transport, we have the NRA and we have the National Transport Authority. We also have a new position for the capital city, the position of a...

National Cycle Policy. (5 Nov 2009)

James Bannon: Have any of the tourism interests in the midlands been in contact with the Minister about the development of cycle paths in the area, particularly in the lake county of Westmeath? A significant amount has been spent to develop the canal system across the country. The canal banks offer great opportunities for cycling routes that would open up paths from Dublin to the Midlands and the...

Health Service Staff. (5 Nov 2009)

James Bannon: I thank the Ceann Comhairle for affording me time to raise this important matter on the Adjournment, namely, the need for the Minister for Health and Children to outline her position in relation to the issuing of bogus appointments for a consultant who left the Midlands Regional Hospital, Mullingar, County Westmeath, last March and whether she stands over these actions, particularly if they...

Written Answers — Hospital Services: Hospital Services (5 Nov 2009)

James Bannon: Question 86: To ask the Minister for Health and Children the reason a person (details supplied) in County Longford had an operation cancelled in October 2009 although the surgeon was available; when an alternative date will be issued; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [39762/09]

Written Answers — Health Service Staff: Health Service Staff (5 Nov 2009)

James Bannon: Question 87: To ask the Minister for Health and Children the purpose of the national recruitment panel for physiotherapists; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [39764/09]

Written Answers — Health Service Staff: Health Service Staff (5 Nov 2009)

James Bannon: Question 88: To ask the Minister for Health and Children the reason a national recruitment panel for physiotherapists was introduced; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [39765/09]

Written Answers — Health Service Staff: Health Service Staff (5 Nov 2009)

James Bannon: Question 89: To ask the Minister for Health and Children the reason there was no national recruitment panel interviews for new graduates in 2009; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [39766/09]

Written Answers — Health Service Staff: Health Service Staff (5 Nov 2009)

James Bannon: Question 90: To ask the Minister for Health and Children the reason the national panel for physiotherapists is still in operation when it discriminates against new graduates; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [39767/09]

Written Answers — Health Service Staff: Health Service Staff (5 Nov 2009)

James Bannon: Question 91: To ask the Minister for Health and Children her plans to help unemployed physiotherapy graduates; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [39768/09]

Written Answers — Crime Levels: Crime Levels (5 Nov 2009)

James Bannon: Question 140: To ask the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform if a person (details supplied) in County Westmeath who has been living and working here since 2006 will remain here indefinitely; if their partner will be able to join them under the family reunification scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39763/09]

Written Answers — Local Authority Charges: Local Authority Charges (5 Nov 2009)

James Bannon: Question 193: To ask the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government his views on if it is equitable that a person (details supplied) in County Longford who owns a house in a rural area and pays a mortgage on it and is also paying rent for a room in Dublin during the working week to access employment, should be expected to pay the €200 tax on her own home. [39761/09]

Requests to move Adjournment of Dáil under Standing Order 32 (10 Nov 2009)

James Bannon: I seek the adjournment of the Dáil under Standing Order 32 to raise a matter of national importance, namely, the delay by the Government in the roll-out of privatised speed cameras, which is leading to an increased number of collisions throughout the country, with resultant fatalities and serious injuries.

Order of Business (10 Nov 2009)

James Bannon: There are two Bills pending which are both urgently needed to tackle the growing exploitation and abuse of children, albeit from different perspectives, namely, the child care (collection and exchange of information) Bill and the criminal law (sexual offences) Bill. When can we expect publication of those Bills?

Public Transport Regulation Bill 2009 [Seanad]: Second Stage (Resumed) (10 Nov 2009)

James Bannon: While I welcome the presence of the Minister of State, Deputy Áine Brady, I am disappointed the Minister for Transport is not here this evening to deal with this very important Bill. However, I have no doubts about the capability of the Minister of State to listen and to bring to the Department the views of this side of the House and how we believe the Bill could be made substantially...

Public Transport Regulation Bill 2009 [Seanad]: Second Stage (Resumed) (10 Nov 2009)

James Bannon: -----when he was canvassing during the Lisbon treaty referendum campaign. Everyone in the House should give credit to Deputy Kenny for the way in which he drove the Lisbon agenda forward and helped to get the treaty adopted. He has shown real leadership, not only in this country, but throughout Europe and we are all very proud of him for that.

Public Transport Regulation Bill 2009 [Seanad]: Second Stage (Resumed) (10 Nov 2009)

James Bannon: There is a popular misconception that the rural transport scheme is solely directed at the elderly. This is untrue, since the scheme is open to anyone living in a remote area who wishes to access local towns or villages. For those under the age of 65 years, the cost of the return journey is €4 and a one way journey costs €2. There is currently a marked gender imbalance in the uptake of...