Results 541-560 of 5,550 for speaker:Martin Ferris

Written Answers — School Accommodation: School Accommodation (24 May 2006)

Martin Ferris: Question 267: To ask the Minister for Education and Science if he will make a statement on the future of a school (details supplied) in County Kerry. [19774/06]

Written Answers — Child Care Services: Child Care Services (25 May 2006)

Martin Ferris: Question 36: To ask the Minister for Education and Science the reason a crèche (details supplied) in County Waterford, which is ready to open, remains idle. [19953/06]

Written Answers — Vocational Training Opportunities Scheme: Vocational Training Opportunities Scheme (25 May 2006)

Martin Ferris: Question 69: To ask the Minister for Education and Science if he will make a statement on funding for VTOS buildings and maintenance; and if she is satisfied regarding the current system. [19954/06]

Institutes of Technology Bill 2006: Second Stage (Resumed). (30 May 2006)

Martin Ferris: May I share time with Deputies James Breen and McHugh?

Institutes of Technology Bill 2006: Second Stage (Resumed). (30 May 2006)

Martin Ferris: I am happy to support this Bill, which has been given the broad approval of staff and students in the various institutes of technology. The fact that the ITs will be placed under the Higher Education Authority means they will be under the same overall umbrella as other third level institutions. The institutes have requested the change, as it will take them out from under the direct control of...

Written Answers — Telecommunications Services: Telecommunications Services (30 May 2006)

Martin Ferris: Question 140: To ask the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources if he will make a statement regarding the lack of broadband roll-out around many towns here, which has contributed to job losses. [20679/06]

Written Answers — Alternative Energy Projects: Alternative Energy Projects (30 May 2006)

Martin Ferris: Question 294: To ask the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources if he will consider introducing carbon credits for private dwellings using solar, geo thermal, wood pellets, wind energy or insulation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20573/06]

Written Answers — Alternative Energy Projects: Alternative Energy Projects (30 May 2006)

Martin Ferris: Question 295: To ask the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources if research has recently been conducted into the prospects for wave energy in the Shannon Estuary off the Kerry coast; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20574/06]

Written Answers — International Agreements: International Agreements (30 May 2006)

Martin Ferris: Question 358: To ask the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources if he will make a statement on the decision to vote in favour of the fishing deal between the EU and Morocco, despite the implications this may have on the conflict between western Sahara and Morocco and the fact that this State supports the right of self-determination for western Sahara. [20937/06]

Written Answers — Genetically Modified Organisms: Genetically Modified Organisms (30 May 2006)

Martin Ferris: Question 471: To ask the Minister for Agriculture and Food her views on the decision by BASF not to proceed with the growing of genetically modified potatoes in County Meath; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [20885/06]

Written Answers — School Accommodation: School Accommodation (30 May 2006)

Martin Ferris: Question 566: To ask the Minister for Education and Science if she will confirm that the status of a school (details supplied) in County Kerry will remain the same; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [20552/06]

Written Answers — School Accommodation: School Accommodation (30 May 2006)

Martin Ferris: Question 567: To ask the Minister for Education and Science if she will confirm that the status of a school (details supplied) in County Kerry will remain the same. [20553/06]

Written Answers — School Accommodation: School Accommodation (30 May 2006)

Martin Ferris: Question 568: To ask the Minister for Education and Science if she will confirm that the status of a school (details supplied) in County Kerry will remain the same. [20554/06]

Animal Diseases. (31 May 2006)

Martin Ferris: At the outset, I commend the initial introduction of the 45 day retention period during a dangerous time in our economic history, the outbreak of foot and mouth disease. It was a commendable measure and I fully support its continuation in most instances. That said, there are a number of problems emerging, particularly for small farmers or dealers, known as feeders, who buy cattle for a...

Planning and Development (Strategic Infrastructure) Bill 2006 [Seanad]: Second Stage (Resumed). (1 Jun 2006)

Martin Ferris: The main concern with this Bill is that the objective of streamlining the planning process will mean that controversial projects may be enabled to circumvent the current possibility that ordinary members of the public and communities can mount effective objections. The example that immediately springs to mind is the proposed Corrib gas pipeline. We are all aware of the difficulties which have...

Written Answers — Hospital Staff: Hospital Staff (1 Jun 2006)

Martin Ferris: Question 69: To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Health and Children the action she will take to ensure the appointment of a full-time cardiologist at Kerry General Hospital. [21310/06]

Driving Tests. (7 Jun 2006)

Martin Ferris: Question 117: To ask the Minister for Transport the way in which he will address the driving test backlog. [21911/06]

Written Answers — Local Authority Funding: Local Authority Funding (7 Jun 2006)

Martin Ferris: Question 397: To ask the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government when funding for playgrounds applied for by Kerry County Council will be made available; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22078/06]

Greyhound Industry (Doping Regulation) Bill 2006: Second Stage (Resumed). (8 Jun 2006)

Martin Ferris: I welcome any attempt to increase public confidence in greyhound racing which, with an excellent track in Tralee, is an important sport in my constituency. It is vital that such an important sport conducts itself in a completely transparent manner. Last Saturday night, I attended the greyhound track in Tralee with other Deputies from my constituency to take part in a fundraising event by the...

Written Answers — Garda Ombudsman Commission: Garda Ombudsman Commission (8 Jun 2006)

Martin Ferris: Question 40: To ask the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform his views on whether there is a need for the 26 County Ombudsman Commission to be operational and fully resourced immediately rather than January 2007 as currently proposed in order that there can be transparency and prompt action taken to investigate allegations against Gardaí and suspicious deaths while in custody; and...