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National Economic and Social Forum. (3 Dec 2008)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: Is the Taoiseach aware that the fifth periodic report of the work of the National Economic and Social Forum states that Ireland continues to rate among the lowest investors in early childhood care and education? Does he accept that little progress has been made regarding the implementation of the policy decisions set out in the Government's White Paper on early childhood care and education,...

Order of Business (3 Dec 2008)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: In her request to the Taoiseach for briefings for Opposition party leaders, will the Tánaiste ensure the request reflects——

Order of Business (3 Dec 2008)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: That fits. Nevertheless, I would like clarification with regard to her request to the Taoiseach with regard to briefing on the matter of the Lisbon treaty and the outworking of the recent committee's deliberations. Will the Tánaiste request that this briefing be open and available to all the Opposition party leaders, that is, the leaders of Fine Gael, the Labour Party and Sinn Féin, and...

Order of Business (4 Dec 2008)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: It is not agreed.

Order of Business (4 Dec 2008)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: As with the other Deputies, I strongly oppose the proposition to guillotine the final passage of this Bill. As Deputy Gilmore has indicated, only 11 of 45 amendments have been addressed at this point. Clearly, these matters are of great importance, so the opportunity should be afforded to all Members to engage properly on the amendments they have tabled. I ask the Tánaiste to extend the...

Order of Business (4 Dec 2008)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: While I note the Tánaiste's reply in respect of the Employment Law Compliance Bill 2008, does she not believe that, following the "Prime Time Investigates" exposure of the abuses in employment practices by a number of unscrupulous employers — God knows how many more have not been exposed — there is a real need to fast-track this legislation——

Order of Business (4 Dec 2008)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: I am asking the Tánaiste to indicate whether there is the prospect, in the light of all that has been exposed this week——

Order of Business (4 Dec 2008)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: ——to fast-track that legislation. As for the engagement of the social partners, if the national pay agreement is not being revisited and given what has been stated instead in subsequent commentary by the Government regarding working out a strategy——

Order of Business (4 Dec 2008)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: ——for economic recovery, Members have heard repeatedly——

Order of Business (4 Dec 2008)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: ——that the Government has such a strategy. While I believe it has——

Order of Business (4 Dec 2008)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: ——a strategy, it has not shared it with Members. Alternatively, is the Government trying to draft a strategy while engaging with the social partners in respect of same?

Order of Business (4 Dec 2008)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: Finally, I wish to raise one item of legislation.

Order of Business (4 Dec 2008)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: It is not related to the others, but is of interest to me and there have been a number of inquiries in the recent past regarding No. 34, the animal health and welfare Bill. When does the Tánaiste expect publication of that Bill?

Written Answers — Services for People with Disabilities: Services for People with Disabilities (4 Dec 2008)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: Question 72: To ask the Minister for Health and Children the position regarding the commitment in the programme for Government to ensure that a child under five waiting more than three months for occupational or speech and language therapy will be allowed to access these services automatically through the National Treatment Purchase Fund. [44500/08]

Written Answers — Site Acquisitions: Site Acquisitions (4 Dec 2008)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: Question 178: To ask the Minister for Education and Science if he will reverse the decision to postpone the acquisition of a three-acre site for a school (details supplied) in Dublin; and grant this school permanent recognition for the valuable work it does. [44409/08]

Written Answers — Schools Building Projects: Schools Building Projects (4 Dec 2008)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: Question 179: To ask the Minister for Education and Science the exact stage of the campaign by a school (details supplied) in Dublin 7 for a permanent building; and the amount of time they are expected to be waiting. [44410/08]

Requests to move Adjournment of Dáil under Standing Order 32 (9 Dec 2008)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: I seek the adjournment of the Dáil under Standing Order 32 to discuss the following matter of national importance requiring urgent consideration, namely, the immediate need for the reversal of the savage cuts in education which are punishing children, teachers and parents for the economic mismanagement of the Government and which are undermining our entire education system, a cornerstone for...

Order of Business (9 Dec 2008)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: Last Thursday I asked the Tánaiste about the publication of the animal health and welfare Bill and she replied it was not possible to indicate a date. In light of everything that has happened since over a single weekend, does the Taoiseach believe there is a prospect of fast-tracking this legislation in the interests not only of animal health and welfare but also public, consumer and end...

Recall of Irish Pork and Bacon Products: Statements (9 Dec 2008)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: While it will be hard to try to reintroduce Irish produce to the shelves, its displacement by foreign produce will make it even more difficult. It is clear that some Irish companies will fold as a consequence of all of this. The critical objective is not just to see pork and bacon products back on the shelves, accompanied by consumer confidence and all the necessary assurances, but to...

Recall of Irish Pork and Bacon Products: Statements (9 Dec 2008)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: We have had none here, a Cheann Comhairle.