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Joint Oireachtas Committee on Environment, Culture and the Gaeltacht: Property Insurance: Discussion (Resumed) with Office of Public Works (23 Apr 2013)

James Bannon: The question on opening the gates and keeping water levels 2 ft. below Athlone's weir wall was not answered. This issue has arisen time and again and commitments were given, yet it has not been addressed.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Environment, Culture and the Gaeltacht: Property Insurance: Discussion (Resumed) with Office of Public Works (23 Apr 2013)

James Bannon: What efforts have been made to clear the block between Lough Ree and Lough Derg?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Environment, Culture and the Gaeltacht: Property Insurance: Discussion (Resumed) with Office of Public Works (23 Apr 2013)

James Bannon: It is a blockage. It is causing severe flooding. Deputy Flanagan referred to the island that is developing in close proximity to a particular man's farm. It is being caused by that blockage.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Environment, Culture and the Gaeltacht: Property Insurance: Discussion (Resumed) with Office of Public Works (23 Apr 2013)

James Bannon: Yes, between Lough Ree and Lough Derg.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Environment, Culture and the Gaeltacht: Property Insurance: Discussion (Resumed) with Office of Public Works (23 Apr 2013)

James Bannon: Thank you.

Order of Business (25 Apr 2013)

James Bannon: Many towns in the north midlands are at a serious disadvantage because of the high cost of energy. When can we expect the common arrangements for gas Bill to come before the House to extend gas spurs from the main gas line to those towns? Also, the planning Bill to implement the recommendations of the Mahon tribunal report is long overdue.

Companies Bill 2012: Second Stage (Resumed) (25 Apr 2013)

James Bannon: I welcome this Bill, whose intention is to make it easier for companies and people to set up businesses. It also provides solutions to the many difficulties currently encountered, such as the weakness and lack of vision evident in existing legislation. I would like to acknowledge the companies that are doing well and providing worthwhile employment in my home county for many people. I...

Companies Bill 2012: Second Stage (Resumed) (25 Apr 2013)

James Bannon: The requirement under the current law for every company to draft detailed articles of association will no longer apply. Instead, the Bill will contain provisions which will apply by default unless a company wishes to vary any of these provisions. All in all, it is a very good Bill. It will accommodate the most common company type in Ireland, the private company limited by shares, which...

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: School Transport Provision (1 May 2013)

James Bannon: 116. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills his pland to review the secondary school bus routes in view of new regulations regarding school boundaries; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20731/13]

Written Answers — Department of Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation: Foreign Direct Investment (1 May 2013)

James Bannon: 128. To ask the Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation his plans to encourage the Industrial Development Agency and Enterprise Board to bring companies to locate in County Longford, where it is an attractive location to work; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20732/13]

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Garda Strength (1 May 2013)

James Bannon: 185. To ask the Minister for Justice and Equality the number of Gardaí serving in Ballymahon Garda Station, County Longford, as there are claims that the numbers are reduced from five; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20730/13]

Written Answers — Department of Health: Patient Transport Provision (1 May 2013)

James Bannon: 257. To ask the Minister for Health the reason the weekly transport services, Monday to Friday, from St. Joseph’s Hospital, Longford to the Dublin hospitals has ceased; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20733/13]

Industrial Development (Science Foundation Ireland) (Amendment) Bill 2012 [Seanad]: Second Stage (Resumed) (2 May 2013)

James Bannon: I welcome the Minister of State, Deputy John Perry, to the House. Like my colleagues, I also welcome the opportunity to discuss the major role research and innovation services play in contributing to the knowledge economy. I am pleased to note that pupils from St. Mary's national school, Edgeworthstown, one of the largest schools in County Longford, along with their principal, Ms Helen...

Order of Business (9 May 2013)

James Bannon: When will the much-needed education (admission to school) Bill be published in light of the ongoing problem many parents are experiencing in trying to access places for their children? It is a particular problem in rural areas where small schools have ceased to operate. A number of people have contacted me about the state of our national monuments and archaeological heritage, in particular...

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: School Transport Eligibility (14 May 2013)

James Bannon: 245. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills the reason for the delay in responding to representations in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Longford submitted in August, 2012, with regard to school transport for children attending various schools, in view of the fact that replies only came to hand in late April, 2013, when the school year is almost over; and if he will...

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: School Transport Eligibility (14 May 2013)

James Bannon: 246. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills the reason for the delay in responding to representations submitted in August, 2012, regarding school transport in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Longford for children attending various schools, in view of the fact that replies only came to hand in late April, 2013, when the school year is almost over; and if he will make a...

Written Answers — Department of Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation: Job Creation Issues (14 May 2013)

James Bannon: 314. To ask the Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation the plans, if any, he has for job creation in the Longford/ Westmeath area; if he has plans to set up an inter-agency for the midlands and put a focus on the midlands to assist in job creation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22701/13]

Written Answers — Department of Social Protection: Carer's Allowance Appeals (14 May 2013)

James Bannon: 330. To ask the Minister for Social Protection the reason for the delay in the social welfare services office forwarding documentation sought by the appeals office regarding a carer's allowance appeal in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Longford; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [22255/13]

Written Answers — Department of Environment, Community and Local Government: Septic Tank Inspections (15 May 2013)

James Bannon: 190. To ask the Minister for Environment, Community and Local Government when funds will be made available to Longford County Council to assist in the necessary and urgent inspection and upgrade of septic a tank (details supplied) in County Longford; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23096/13]

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Environment, Culture and the Gaeltacht: Climate Change: Discussion (21 May 2013)

James Bannon: I welcome our guests and thank them for their informative presentations. Dealing with climate change is probably one of the greatest challenges we face today. When the witnesses went through the heads of the Bill earlier they spoke about setting targets. Targets can disappoint, as the witness correctly said a few moments ago. A roadmap would probably be the better way to proceed. Who...