Results 601-620 of 3,476 for speaker:Charlie O'Connor

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

Charlie O'Connor: I thought Deputy Seán Ryan was about to state "A lot done, more to do", but he missed his chance. I hope it is not just the impending Christmas that is cheering the Opposition. It seems reasonably happy and I am pleased to see that. As I probably will not get an opportunity tomorrow, I wish all my colleagues a happy Christmas. I will, as always, spend my Christmas in Tallaght. I hope my...

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

Charlie O'Connor: Yes. I am a strong supporter of all the junior Ministers, especially the Minister of State in my constituency, Deputy Conor Lenihan.

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

Charlie O'Connor: I am under pressure today as Deputy Conor Lenihan is abroad and I have to work even harder than usual. I am happy to do this. It was good to hear people being positive about last week's budget. There will always be a need to make political points and I have no difficulty with this. People have generally been very fair to what was a good budget. The media made that point, and I even heard RTE...

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

Charlie O'Connor: The Minister and I share a boundary, and I am happy to look after his former constituents in parts of Firhouse. It would be nice if the Minister came to Tallaght some day to have a look at the social welfare office.

Coroners (Amendment) Bill 2005: Report and Final Stages. (14 Dec 2005)

Charlie O'Connor: I wish to be associated with the remarks of other Deputies. I commend my constituency colleague, Deputy Rabbitte, and Deputy Costello on the manner in which the House has dealt with this business. We have all praised the work of the Minister. I said last night that the family, whom I am glad to see in the Visitors Gallery again this evening, appreciates what the Minister did and the manner in...

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

Charlie O'Connor: Before the break I was praising the Minister with a little banter. Any time I make a contribution in the presence of the Minister, Deputy Brennan, I always mention Luas but it is Christmas and I forgot to do it earlier. I am happy to compliment the Minister in that regard. It is right that we acknowledge and appreciate the Minister's budget announcements about lone parents. Many people have...

Written Answers — Overseas Development Aid: Overseas Development Aid (15 Dec 2005)

Charlie O'Connor: Question 206: To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs if he will report on further aid being made available to help the plight of those affected by the earthquake in Pakistan; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39906/05]

Written Answers — International Trade: International Trade (15 Dec 2005)

Charlie O'Connor: Question 207: To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs the actions the Government is taking to ensure that business here avails of the opportunities in the Ukraine in view of the granting of free market economy status to the Ukraine and pending admission to the World Trade Organisation; the steps which are being taken to address the declining trade between Ireland and the Ukraine at a time...

Written Answers — International Trade: International Trade (15 Dec 2005)

Charlie O'Connor: Question 213: To ask the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment the actions the Government is taking to ensure that business here avails of the opportunities in the Ukraine in view of the granting of free market economy status to the Ukraine and pending admission to the World Trade Organisation; the steps which are being taken to address the declining trade between Ireland and the...

Written Answers — Institutes of Technology: Institutes of Technology (15 Dec 2005)

Charlie O'Connor: Question 313: To ask the Minister for Education and Science her plans to fund the development plans of the Institute of Technology, Tallaght; the details of same; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [39718/05]

Written Answers — Defence Forces Reserve: Defence Forces Reserve (15 Dec 2005)

Charlie O'Connor: Question 430: To ask the Minister for Defence if consideration is being given to the granting of an additional medal to those who served in the FCA. [39909/05]

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

Charlie O'Connor: Question 445: To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Health and Children her proposals to ensure the provision of the medical assessment unit at a hospital (details supplied) in Dublin 24; the requirements in this regard; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [2264/06]

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

Charlie O'Connor: Question 446: To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Health and Children her plans for the redevelopment of a centre (details supplied) in Dublin 24; her proposals for new services to be provided at the centre; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [2265/06]

Written Answers — Departmental Investigations: Departmental Investigations (25 Jan 2006)

Charlie O'Connor: Question 447: To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Health and Children the actions proposed in respect of the Madden report; the contacts with Parents for Justice in the matter; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [2266/06]

Written Answers — Social Welfare Benefits: Social Welfare Benefits (25 Jan 2006)

Charlie O'Connor: Question 452: To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Health and Children her plans for the introduction of the new €1,000 annual payment for children under six announced by the Minister for Finance in the budget for 2006. [2309/06]

Written Answers — Broadcasting Legislation: Broadcasting Legislation (25 Jan 2006)

Charlie O'Connor: Question 578: To ask the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources the action he proposes to take to ensure that the Ryder Cup at the K Club in summer 2006 will be shown on free for new Irish television; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1000/06]

Written Answers — Overseas Development Aid: Overseas Development Aid (25 Jan 2006)

Charlie O'Connor: Question 700: To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs the efforts being made to assist the victims of the earthquake in Pakistan. [2258/06]

Written Answers — Sports Capital Programme: Sports Capital Programme (25 Jan 2006)

Charlie O'Connor: Question 716: To ask the Minister for Arts, Sport and Tourism his dealings with South Dublin County Council in respect of the need for the completion of the Shamrock Rovers municipal stadium at Tallaght, Dublin 24; if his attention has been drawn to the concern of the local community that work will not progress; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2261/06]

Written Answers — Olympic Games: Olympic Games (25 Jan 2006)

Charlie O'Connor: Question 717: To ask the Minister for Arts, Sport and Tourism the contact he has had with the London Olympics team to discuss the question of facilities being offered here; the action he will take in that regard; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2262/06]

Written Answers — Sports Capital Programme: Sports Capital Programme (25 Jan 2006)

Charlie O'Connor: Question 718: To ask the Minister for Arts, Sport and Tourism if discussions will be held with South Dublin County Council regarding the possibility of upgrading a club (details supplied) in Dublin 24; his views on the need for a tartan athletics track in Tallaght; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2263/06]