Results 41-60 of 2,825 for speaker:Sandra McLellan

Written Answers — Physical Education: Physical Education (3 May 2011)

Sandra McLellan: Question 259: To ask the Minister for Education and Skills his plans to ensure that school children receive the recommended 120 minutes per week of physical education. [6191/11]

Residential Institutions Redress Scheme (4 May 2011)

Sandra McLellan: Question 14: To ask the Minister for Education and Skills if he has begun negotiations with the 18 religious orders cited in the Ryan Report for the transfer of school infrastructure; the criteria that will be used to zone them for educational or other purposes on their transfer. [9850/11]

Written Answers — Education Schemes: Education Schemes (4 May 2011)

Sandra McLellan: Question 45: To ask the Minister for Education and Skills his plans to help teen parents complete their second level education. [9851/11]

Written Answers — Music Industry: Music Industry (4 May 2011)

Sandra McLellan: Question 88: To ask the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Innovation the steps he will take to address the difficulties facing the Irish music industry. [6336/11]

Business Regulation (5 May 2011)

Sandra McLellan: Question 9: To ask the Minister for Enterprise; Trade and Innovation the measures he will introduce to prevent delayed payments to small business; the monitoring and enforcement that is in place to administer the 15 day prompt payment rule; the mechanisms that will be put in place when prompt payment has not been met; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10007/11]

Job Losses (5 May 2011)

Sandra McLellan: Question 13: To ask the Minister for Enterprise; Trade and Innovation the active and practical support he will implement to prevent the redundancy rate of 1,200 people a week; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10006/11]

Written Answers — Pension Provisions: Pension Provisions (10 May 2011)

Sandra McLellan: Question 48: To ask the Minister for Social Protection her views that her decision to raise the age for the State pension will disproportionately affect those on low and irregular income who do not have access to a private or occupational pension or savings. [10444/11]

Written Answers — Pension Provisions: Pension Provisions (10 May 2011)

Sandra McLellan: Question 69: To ask the Minister for Social Protection her views that forcing older persons to remain in the workforce longer by raising the age for the State pension will reduce the number of job opportunities for the very high number of persons of current working age who are unemployed. [10443/11]

Cinema Closure (11 May 2011)

Sandra McLellan: Question 28: To ask the Minister for Tourism; Culture and Sport his plans to address the situation in which the Lighthouse Cinema, Dublin 8, has been closed due to large increases in rent from the landlord. [10842/11]

Cinema Closure (11 May 2011)

Sandra McLellan: The Light House Cinema added much to the cultural landscape of Dublin, providing an opportunity for small independent local and international film makers to air their works and cinema goers an opportunity to sample the wares of alternative productions. Closure of the cinema in April of this year marked a milestone in yet another false dawn for the people of Dublin's north inner city. Would...

Cinema Closure (11 May 2011)

Sandra McLellan: What will the Minister do to ensure the Smithfield area is promoted as a cultural quarter for Dublin's north side?

Cinema Closure (11 May 2011)

Sandra McLellan: The Minister has covered most of the questions. When will a new tenant will be identified and put in place?

NAMA Portfolio (11 May 2011)

Sandra McLellan: Throughout the State local groups, including amateur dramatic and music groups, rehearse and prepare in dilapidated and inadequate facilities while brand new buildings lie idle. What criteria are being used to identify local groups which require new facilities? When does the Minister expect to get back the information?

Heritage Sites (11 May 2011)

Sandra McLellan: Grianán of Aileach on the Donegal-Derry border is a magnificent historical location set in spectacular surroundings with panoramic views. The fort overlooks Inishowen to the north giving good views of Lough Swilly and Lough Foyle. On a clear day, one can see five of the nine counties of Ulster from Grianán's parapets.

Heritage Sites (11 May 2011)

Sandra McLellan: I am getting to it. As such, it represents a major tourism attraction in the north west. However, it is and under-resourced and under-funded attraction. My colleague, Deputy Padraig Mac Lochlainn, extends an invitation to the Minister to visit the site. Will the Minister accept Deputy Padraig Mac Lochlainn's invitation? Will the Minister commit to investing in improved amenities at the site?

Cultural Institutions (11 May 2011)

Sandra McLellan: Given our economic circumstances and improved access to Ireland by air and sea, we must create a cultural hub. To do so, we must ensure our national cultural institutions are user-friendly. When will the reviews be completed and the recommendations implemented? Does the Minister agree the review of opening hours could include an audit and a user satisfaction survey to determine appropriate...

Job Creation (11 May 2011)

Sandra McLellan: Question 101: To ask the Minister for Tourism; Culture and Sport his plans to ensure cultural initatives from his Department are used as a mechanism for job creation. [10843/11]

Job Creation (11 May 2011)

Sandra McLellan: How will the Minister's Department facilitate and support the full implementation of Fáilte Ireland's cultural tourism strategy? Is there scope in the strategy for co-operation with the Department of Tourism, Culture and Sport?

Irish Heritage Trust (11 May 2011)

Sandra McLellan: I thank the Minister.

Cultural Events (11 May 2011)

Sandra McLellan: Given the current economic climate it is essential to maximise the potential for cultural tourism. The programme for Government has committed to extending culture night to two nights a year. What criteria are used to identify locations for culture night? Would the Minister consider including Youghal on the list of locations for Culture Night 2011?