Results 5,161-5,180 of 5,311 for speaker:Tom Hayes

Topical Issue Debate: Flood Prevention Measures (10 Nov 2015)

Tom Hayes: I thank the Deputy for raising the issue and for giving me the opportunity, on behalf of the Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government, Deputy Alan Kelly, to outline the position regarding Dollymount promenade and the associated flood protection project. As the Deputy will be aware, under section 30 of the Planning and Development Act 2000 the Minister, Deputy Kelly, is...

Topical Issue Debate: Flood Prevention Measures (10 Nov 2015)

Tom Hayes: The works on the Dollymount promenade project have commenced. By their nature such works will, though kept to a minimum, create some disruption in the area while ongoing. However, the council considers that when complete, these works will have significant benefits in the context of improved cycling and walking amenities and protection against flood risks in the area.

Topical Issue Debate: Flood Prevention Measures (10 Nov 2015)

Tom Hayes: There is obviously a lot of common ground in the Deputy's response to my reply. The reality is that the Minister does not have any part to play in this. Flooding was a real problem in Clonmel and Carrick-on-Suir. The residents were very concerned when the project was being carried out, but when it was finished the effect it had on the area was unbelievable. I do not know anything about...

Topical Issue Debate: Labour Activation Measures (10 Nov 2015)

Tom Hayes: I thank the Deputy for raising this important issue and giving us an opportunity to discuss some of the issues he has raised. JobPath is a new approach to employment activation that will support people who are long-term unemployed and those most at risk of becoming long-term unemployed to secure and sustain paid employment. Following the completion of a rigorous public procurement process,...

Topical Issue Debate: Labour Activation Measures (10 Nov 2015)

Tom Hayes: It is important not to generalise. Some people will find work and do very well on a scheme like that. One cannot generalise and say people will not get jobs from these schemes. Some will do well and get into a good career.

Topical Issue Debate: Labour Activation Measures (10 Nov 2015)

Tom Hayes: To clarify, both companies will be subject to regular on-site inspections and audits to ensure JobPath is delivered in accordance with contractual obligations. In addition, the Department will commission customer satisfaction surveys to assess independently whether customers referred to JobPath are satisfied with the level and quality of the services delivered by the contractors. It is...

Horse Racing Ireland Bill 2015: Second Stage (Resumed) (11 Nov 2015)

Tom Hayes: Both of them together.

Horse Racing Ireland Bill 2015: Second Stage (Resumed) (11 Nov 2015)

Tom Hayes: I am delighted to be here as part of a Government that is introducing the Horse Racing Ireland Bill 2015, which is an important piece of legislation. Part of this Bill concerns the issue of forestry roads, which I would like to address before going into some detail on the horse racing industry. I acknowledge that a lot of work has gone into solving the difficulty of duplication between...

Horse Racing Ireland Bill 2015: Second Stage (Resumed) (11 Nov 2015)

Tom Hayes: He runs it himself. We talk about pubs closing, but this man is open during the day. He runs the office himself with one employee. He is giving a great service. That should be encouraged. That is better than Internet backing. He pays his taxes. These are the type of people who should be encouraged and we should not forget them. The same thing seems to be happening with the betting...

Leaders' Questions (11 Nov 2015)

Tom Hayes: Deputy O'Dea should know.

Leaders' Questions (11 Nov 2015)

Tom Hayes: That is what he said.

Seanad: Commencement Matters: Equine Industry (11 Nov 2015)

Tom Hayes: I thank the Senator for giving me the opportunity to bring clarity to the situation in regard to the Connemara Pony Breeders Society. The society's is one of a number of equine stud books approved by my Department in accordance with EU rules and the relevant domestic legislation, namely, the European Communities (Equine) Regulations 2011. The society holds approval valid up to 28 November...

Seanad: Commencement Matters: Equine Industry (11 Nov 2015)

Tom Hayes: That is why there are studbooks. If there are any particular issues, the Senator can pass them on.

Seanad: Commencement Matters: Equine Industry (11 Nov 2015)

Tom Hayes: Yes.

Seanad: Commencement Matters: Easter Rising Commemorations (11 Nov 2015)

Tom Hayes: I thank the Senator for raising this issue. One of the core objectives of the 2016 centenary programme is to encourage and facilitate participation by, and the inclusion of, the citizens to the greatest extent possible in the programme of events to commemorate this significant centenary. An extensive programme of formal State ceremonial events will take place around the country next year,...

Committee on Transport and Communications: Select Sub-Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport: Harbours Bill 2015: Committee Stage (11 Nov 2015)

Tom Hayes: I wish to advise that this meeting is being carried live on Virgin Media channel 207, eirVision channel 504 and Sky channel 574. Members are requested to switch off their mobile phones. Apologies have been received from Deputy Helen McEntee and Deputy Tom Fleming who has nominated Deputy Richard Boyd Barrett as his substitute for consideration of this Bill. Is that agreed? Agreed. The...

Committee on Transport and Communications: Select Sub-Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport: Harbours Bill 2015: Committee Stage (11 Nov 2015)

Tom Hayes: Amendments Nos. 1, 5 to 13 inclusive, 15 to 19, inclusive, and 26 are related and will be discussed together. Is that agreed? Agreed.

Committee on Transport and Communications: Select Sub-Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport: Harbours Bill 2015: Committee Stage (11 Nov 2015)

Tom Hayes: I invite Deputy Ellis to speak first.

Committee on Transport and Communications: Select Sub-Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport: Harbours Bill 2015: Committee Stage (11 Nov 2015)

Tom Hayes: Deputy Boyd Barrett will now make his final response.

Committee on Transport and Communications: Select Sub-Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport: Harbours Bill 2015: Committee Stage (11 Nov 2015)

Tom Hayes: I think we have teased it out. Does the Minister wish to respond?