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Written Answers — Departmental Expenditure: Departmental Expenditure (21 Nov 2007)

Enda Kenny: Question 299: To ask the Minister for Education and Science if the breakdown of the 2008 building budget between the devolved and other schemes has been determined; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [30315/07]

Written Answers — Vocational Training Opportunities Scheme: Vocational Training Opportunities Scheme (21 Nov 2007)

Enda Kenny: Question 300: To ask the Minister for Education and Science the daily meal allowance paid to VTOS students; the travel allowance payable to those who have to travel more than three miles; the reason these rates have not been increased since 2002; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [30316/07]

Order of Business (22 Nov 2007)

Enda Kenny: Tá feabhas maith tagtha ar do chuid Gaeilge, a Leas-Cheann Comhairle. Bhí mé ag éisteacht leat agus tú ag rá an paidir. I congratulate you.

Order of Business (22 Nov 2007)

Enda Kenny: Does the Tánaiste propose to make a statement on pensions? There are two reports on the issue but no legislative proposals from the Government. Some €9 billion, or 5%, has been wiped off the value of Irish pensions in the past month and citizens are extremely concerned as a consequence. One should contrast the position on private pensions with that on ministerial pensions. This issue...

Order of Business (22 Nov 2007)

Enda Kenny: It is due to take effect from 1 January 2008. The Budget Statement will be presented in two weeks. Therefore, time is limited. Obviously, this is an issue, the full details of which every Deputy wants to see. I thought it might be helpful if the Minister provided us with the heads of the Bill, as drafted.

Order of Business (22 Nov 2007)

Enda Kenny: Are the representatives opposite listening?

Written Answers — Social Welfare Benefits: Social Welfare Benefits (22 Nov 2007)

Enda Kenny: Question 108: To ask the Minister for Social and Family Affairs if in circumstances where businesses collapse and that the proprietors of such businesses are left without an income, they are entitled to credit in respect of social welfare applications; the circumstances in which such assistance or benefit might be paid; the number of such claims that have been made over the past three years;...

Official Engagements. (27 Nov 2007)

Enda Kenny: Question 1: To ask the Taoiseach if he will report on his recent meeting with representatives of the Humanist community as part of the Government's structured dialogue with religious and faith organisations; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24886/07]

Official Engagements. (27 Nov 2007)

Enda Kenny: The Taoiseach must have said some other prayers before the general election. Will he arrange to meet representatives of the Sikh community to discuss the wearing of turbans in the Garda Síochána? As it is a matter of some considerable interest, does the Taoiseach intend to meet the people in question? It is perfectly obvious that the churches in Ireland have responsible attitudes towards...

Official Engagements. (27 Nov 2007)

Enda Kenny: I agree with the Taoiseach that it is obvious changes in the structures, particularly at primary level, are required, considering the ownership of so many schools lies in the hands of the church. In that context, did the Taoiseach discuss the undoubted difficulties that many boards of management face in that they are voluntary and under the auspices of a patron? Is the church aware of the...

Official Engagements. (27 Nov 2007)

Enda Kenny: It has a €200 million debt.

Leaders' Questions (27 Nov 2007)

Enda Kenny: The provision of cancer services is the central issue in the debate about the current debacle that has highlighted the incompetence of the Minister for Health and Children. While I have asked questions about this matter on a number of occasions, little clarity has been given in response. I hope the communications difficulties in this regard have been resolved now that the Minister's job is...

Leaders' Questions (27 Nov 2007)

Enda Kenny: Yes. This is a separate review from that of HIQA.

Leaders' Questions (27 Nov 2007)

Enda Kenny: I am glad the Taoiseach's briefing note allows him confirm that this was not part of the HIQA report and that this was a special separate report commissioned by Cork University Hospital into the work of a pathologist. If I recall correctly, the Taoiseach stated that the Department was notified on 23 November that this review was in train. Can he inform me from his briefing notes when the...

Order of Business (27 Nov 2007)

Enda Kenny: I am interested in the Taoiseach's remark about a free vote. He would have a problem in respect of some of his Deputies, who are away, if it were to apply across the board. I have no problem with a free vote on an issue such as this. The Labour Party has tabled a motion of no confidence in the Minister for Health and Children. The Fine Gael Party has also tabled a motion of no confidence...

Order of Business (27 Nov 2007)

Enda Kenny: I note that the Government amendment does not express confidence in the Minister for Health and Children, Deputy Harney, at all. It acknowledges her leadership, approves her actions and supports the Minister for Health and Children. Is this a reflection——

Order of Business (27 Nov 2007)

Enda Kenny: ——of the deep concern of Fianna Fáil backbenchers who are around the corridors here whispering about the same Minister?

Order of Business (27 Nov 2007)

Enda Kenny: That is a fact.

Order of Business (27 Nov 2007)

Enda Kenny: They are all over the building talking about the Minister, Deputy Harney.

Order of Business (27 Nov 2007)

Enda Kenny: They are all over the country talking about her. I note the amendment does not express confidence in the Minister for Health and Children. It approves of her actions and supports her.