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Programmes for Government. (2 Jul 2008)

Enda Kenny: I will repeat the question. Does the Taoiseach agree with the statement by the Minister for Finance that the construction industry has come to a shuddering halt? It is either "Yes" or "No".

Programmes for Government. (2 Jul 2008)

Enda Kenny: That is not the question I asked.

Programmes for Government. (2 Jul 2008)

Enda Kenny: The Taoiseach had better ask him.

Programmes for Government. (2 Jul 2008)

Enda Kenny: I am most certainly not suggesting anything of the kind. I am asking the Taoiseach, who appointed the Minister for Finance, whether he agrees with the latter's statement that the construction industry has come to a shuddering halt. Does he agree with the statement or not?

Programmes for Government. (2 Jul 2008)

Enda Kenny: The Brian Cowen of old has vanished.

Programmes for Government. (2 Jul 2008)

Enda Kenny: The Taoiseach will not answer the question.

Programmes for Government. (2 Jul 2008)

Enda Kenny: Bye, bye.

Programmes for Government. (2 Jul 2008)

Enda Kenny: To retain power.

Programmes for Government. (2 Jul 2008)

Enda Kenny: We recognise that.

Programmes for Government. (2 Jul 2008)

Enda Kenny: So it is about economic return.

Programmes for Government. (2 Jul 2008)

Enda Kenny: What about the Navan line?

Programmes for Government. (2 Jul 2008)

Enda Kenny: The Navan line——

Programmes for Government. (2 Jul 2008)

Enda Kenny: And the opening of the Navan line.

Order of Business (2 Jul 2008)

Enda Kenny: I thank the Taoiseach for agreeing to have a discussion on Haulbowline, which was raised by Deputies Coveney, Stanton, Clune, Ciarán Lynch and others yesterday. I note from reports this morning that the Minister met with residents of the Haulbowline area yesterday evening and was complimented on his openness, although a conclusion was not brought to the matter. In view of that openness, I...

Order of Business (2 Jul 2008)

Enda Kenny: Will the Taoiseach encourage their release? It is possible.

Order of Business (2 Jul 2008)

Enda Kenny: With regard to the Dublin Transport Authority Bill, Deputy O'Dowd has brought it to my attention that the Minister brought in a number of amendments on Committee Stage which were quite difficult to understand and undertook to give information to the Deputies in advance of Report Stage. I understand that information has not been forthcoming. Deputies are now going into Report Stage without...

Order of Business (2 Jul 2008)

Enda Kenny: Second——

Order of Business (2 Jul 2008)

Enda Kenny: I understand information was also to be provided about the routes for which a public service obligation will apply and that has not been forthcoming either. While I am on my feet, I will ask the Taoiseach another question. Deputy James Reilly has raised on numerous occasions the issue of the fair deal legislation for persons in long-stay institutions. I know the Bill will not be produced...

Order of Business (2 Jul 2008)

Enda Kenny: ——in respect of the situation that applies.

Order of Business (2 Jul 2008)

Enda Kenny: With regard to that legislation and in view of the complications that have arisen, does the Government intend to do anything in the interim to assist people who are now suffering not only medically with various illnesses but also from serious financial constraints?