Results 41-60 of 168 for speaker:John Dennehy

Reform of the Competition Act 2002: Motion (Resumed). (16 Nov 2005)

John Dennehy: If he started rip-off Ireland, I am afraid it would get some reporting.

Sea-Fisheries and Maritime Jurisdiction Bill 2005: Second Stage (Resumed). (24 Nov 2005)

John Dennehy: Tá mór-áthas orm cúpla focal a rá ar an mBille seo. Ar dtús báire, ba mhaith liom chomhghairdeas a ghabháil leis an Aire Stáit, an Teachta Ó Gallachóir. I have deliberately congratulated the Minister of State, Deputy Gallagher, in response to some comments which were made earlier today. He has recognised in this Bill that the consolidation of a great deal of legislation relating to...

Sea-Fisheries and Maritime Jurisdiction Bill 2005: Second Stage (Resumed). (24 Nov 2005)

John Dennehy: I would appreciate a response to the point I have made.

Sea-Fisheries and Maritime Jurisdiction Bill 2005: Second Stage (Resumed). (24 Nov 2005)

John Dennehy: The Labour Party should consider inviting Proinsias De Rossa MEP to explain himself at a meeting of its parliamentary party. Perhaps this is a sign of the differing opinions of the old and new sides of the Labour Party.

Sea-Fisheries and Maritime Jurisdiction Bill 2005: Second Stage (Resumed). (24 Nov 2005)

John Dennehy: I have raised a legitimate question that the Labour Party Members should reflect on before they make any further attempt to berate my colleagues for their consistent and honest stand. I welcome the Bill before the House in so far as it consolidates the existing legislation in this area. I refer particularly to health and safety regulations. I have spoken previously about the difficulties I...

Good Samaritan Bill 2005: Second Stage. (6 Dec 2005)

John Dennehy: This is my first time in the Chair so I ask Deputies to come to order.

Good Samaritan Bill 2005: Second Stage. (6 Dec 2005)

John Dennehy: The Minister is entitled to speak.

Social Welfare Bill 2005: Second Stage (Resumed). (14 Dec 2005)

John Dennehy: I welcome the opportunity to speak on this Bill. I agree with Deputy Perry on the importance of the Bill. I am glad I am not an Opposition Deputy when it comes to this Bill and the budget because it would be a difficult job. I am confident my colleagues opposite will do their best to muddy the waters, so to speak, because that is their job.

Social Welfare Bill 2005: Second Stage (Resumed). (14 Dec 2005)

John Dennehy: I note a new pattern continuing from last year whereby votes on the budget are avoided, as was the case last Wednesday. This is unprecedented but it probably indicates a certain strength in the budget in that it is difficult to argue against it. There has been a disturbing effort by the Opposition to avoid discussion in the House on the budget. I regard this as a worrying trend. The Members...

Social Welfare Bill 2005: Second Stage (Resumed). (14 Dec 2005)

John Dennehy: I was told I was dealing with history. The people who made the decisions back then are still around, unfortunately, and they would be part of any alternative administration. It is important to examine their record. One of the chief strategists from that era was holding forth on the contents of the budget last week. This was the same gentleman who was the chief adviser to the former Democratic...

Written Answers — Hospital Services: Hospital Services (25 Jan 2006)

John Dennehy: Question 453: To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Health and Children if funding has been made available to Beaumont Hospital to allow for the extension of the cochlear implant programme to adults or if the programme is still confined to children. [2313/06]

Competition (Amendment) Bill 2005 [Seanad]: Second Stage (Resumed). (1 Feb 2006)

John Dennehy: Ná bí dána.

Competition (Amendment) Bill 2005 [Seanad]: Second Stage (Resumed). (1 Feb 2006)

John Dennehy: Deputy Fiona O'Malley has dealt with technical aspects of the Bill. I will comment on some things that were said earlier. Deputy Boyle said he was a neighbour of the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment, Deputy Martin, and referred emotionally to the number of corner shops that have closed down in his locality. The area in question has done very well in terms of representation as I...

Written Answers — Road Safety: Road Safety (7 Feb 2006)

John Dennehy: Question 360: To ask the Minister for Transport his views on giving the responsibility for investigation of fatal road crashes and related dangerous occurrences over to the Health and Safety Authority; if not, if he will consider doing so with a view to creating a standard method of investigation here and a new ethos geared towards prevention of such happenings; and if he will make a...

Air Navigation (Eurocontrol) Bill 2005 [Seanad]: Second Stage. (9 Feb 2006)

John Dennehy: I welcome the opportunity to contribute to the debate. The twin aims of the legislation are improved safety and seamless travel between European destinations. They are the key outcomes projected by the Bill. These developments will be supported by the millions of passengers using airports such as Dublin, Shannon and Cork regularly. I was glad that Deputy Olivia Mitchell welcomed the Bill...

Building Control Bill 2005: Second Stage (Resumed). (16 Feb 2006)

John Dennehy: Like previous speakers, I welcome the opportunity to contribute to the debate on the Building Control Bill 2005. It is important legislation that adds to our control mechanisms in the building industry and related matters. Considering the size of that industry, the Bill is timely and welcome. In general, speakers welcomed the Bill. A number of contributors are professionals in the field,...

Building Control Bill 2005: Second Stage (Resumed). (16 Feb 2006)

John Dennehy: I notice when perusing the Bill there are just two prescribed associations or bodies identified as the ones to administer the system, that is, the Royal Institute of Architects of Ireland and the Society of Chartered Surveyors. I am not sure if there are other professional bodies to which one can belong and still be fully recognised or if they are named purely to administer the system or if...

Written Answers — Prison Building Programme: Prison Building Programme (21 Feb 2006)

John Dennehy: Question 541: To ask the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform if a final decision has been made regarding the construction of a bridge to Spike Island; if a choice has been made between Haulbowline or Paddy's Point sites; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6534/06]

Written Answers — Industrial Development: Industrial Development (21 Feb 2006)

John Dennehy: Question 663: To ask the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government the position regarding proposals for the development of the former Irish Steel site in Haulbowline, particularly in view of the site's potential in terms of employment and the creation of tourism-related opportunities; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6533/06]

Social Welfare Law Reform and Pensions Bill 2006: Second Stage (Resumed). (28 Feb 2006)

John Dennehy: I wish to share time with Deputies Cooper-Flynn and Dan Wallace.