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Written Answers — Medical Cards: Medical Cards (22 Nov 2005)

John McGuinness: Question 235: To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Health and Children if an application for a medical card which was refused in the name of persons (details supplied) in County Kilkenny can be appealed; if the financial circumstances of these persons will be examined under the new guidelines; if their medical circumstances will be considered; if a card will be issued on this basis; and if...

Written Answers — Housing Aid for the Elderly: Housing Aid for the Elderly (22 Nov 2005)

John McGuinness: Question 236: To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Health and Children, further to Question No. 212 of 28 June 2005 regarding a person (details supplied) in County Kilkenny, if the additional funding from the Government has now cleared the backlog; and if the grant in question will be awarded. [35239/05]

Written Answers — Health Services: Health Services (22 Nov 2005)

John McGuinness: Question 239: To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Health and Children the reason a proper transport arrangement with a helper has not been put in place in the case of a person (details supplied) in County Kilkenny; if proper transport cannot be provided will her Department or the Health Service Executive approve a grant for these persons to purchase a suitable vehicle to transport their...

Written Answers — Health Services: Health Services (22 Nov 2005)

John McGuinness: Question 267: To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Health and Children if an application from a group, details supplied, in County Kilkenny for funding to purchase a new headquarters will be fast tracked in view of the availability of suitable property; the funds available for same; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [35550/05]

Written Answers — Medical Cards: Medical Cards (22 Nov 2005)

John McGuinness: Question 274: To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Health and Children if an application for a medical card will be expedited in the name of a person, details supplied, in County Kilkenny. [35562/05]

Written Answers — Hospital Waiting Lists: Hospital Waiting Lists (22 Nov 2005)

John McGuinness: Question 276: To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Health and Children the reason for the delay in arranging a further appointment with a consultant for a person, details supplied, in County Carlow; if their treatment will be fast-tracked; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [35571/05]

Written Answers — Care of the Elderly: Care of the Elderly (22 Nov 2005)

John McGuinness: Question 455: To ask the Minister for Community, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs when a decision will be made on an application for funding from the Carers Association for persons (details supplied) in County Kilkenny regarding personal and social monitored alarms; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35574/05]

Written Answers — Grant Payments: Grant Payments (22 Nov 2005)

John McGuinness: Question 466: To ask the Minister for Agriculture and Food if she will reconsider the decision taken in the case of a person (details supplied) in County Kilkenny who applied to her Department for grant aid but was refused; if, in view of the circumstances of the case she will reverse the decision; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [35651/05]

Written Answers — School Transport: School Transport (22 Nov 2005)

John McGuinness: Question 537: To ask the Minister for Education and Science the reason a proper transport arrangement with a helper has not been put in place in the case of a person (details supplied) in County Kilkenny; if proper transport cannot be provided will her Department or the Health Service Executive approve a grant for these persons to purchase a suitable vehicle to transport their child; if the...

Written Answers — Schools Building Projects: Schools Building Projects (22 Nov 2005)

John McGuinness: Question 538: To ask the Minister for Education and Science the progress in examining an application from a school (details supplied) in County Kilkenny for improved accommodation; if officials from her Department have visited the school; if a decision has been made relative to the requirements of the school; if plans have been drawn or approved; if the school will qualify under the 2006...

Estimates for Public Services 2006: Motion (Resumed). (23 Nov 2005)

John McGuinness: I welcome the Book of Estimates and compliment the Government on prudent management of our economic affairs since 1997. The polices pursued by the former Minister for Finance, Charlie McCreevy, and the present Minister, Deputy Cowen, have created a situation where the confidence displayed is even recognised by Deputy Cuffe. He says the Government did not create that confidence but he...

Housing Developments: Motion (Resumed). (23 Nov 2005)

John McGuinness: I refer to the role of local authorities and local authority members in regard to this matter. We need to look at this matter in the context of the general development within the country and the move we have seen over a very short period from the traditional style house and housing estates to a mixture of large blocks of apartments and housing units close by, usually townhouses with greater...

Written Answers — Community Development: Community Development (24 Nov 2005)

John McGuinness: Question 118: To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Health and Children if a social worker will be provided for a number of hours each week at a housing estate (details supplied) in County Kilkenny, to deal with all relevant issues and to assist the community. [36162/05]

Written Answers — Health Services: Health Services (29 Nov 2005)

John McGuinness: Question 169: To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Health and Children the reason a person (details supplied) in County Kilkenny has not been called to St. James's Hospital, Dublin, to have a stent inserted; if this case will be investigated and if the matter will be expedited; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [36567/05]

Written Answers — Health Services: Health Services (29 Nov 2005)

John McGuinness: Question 170: To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Health and Children if she will examine the level of subvention being awarded in the case of a person (details supplied) in County Kilkenny; and if she will expedite a response. [36568/05]

Written Answers — Medicinal Products: Medicinal Products (29 Nov 2005)

John McGuinness: Question 181: To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Health and Children her views on the decision of pharmaceutical companies not to supply the drug vitamin B12 Neo Cytamen; if she has received submissions from persons with multiple sclerosis who require the drug to maintain their energy levels; if she intends to examine the issue; the action she will take regarding same; and if she will make...

Written Answers — Social Welfare Benefits: Social Welfare Benefits (29 Nov 2005)

John McGuinness: Question 284: To ask the Minister for Social and Family Affairs if he will re-examine the rent allowance being awarded in the case of a person (details supplied) in County Kilkenny with a view to increasing same. [36881/05]

Written Answers — Asylum Support Services: Asylum Support Services (29 Nov 2005)

John McGuinness: Question 363: To ask the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform the date on which the decision was taken to close a hostel (details supplied) in County Kilkenny for use as accommodation for asylum seekers and refugees; the reason for the decision; if the residents were consulted; the way in which and when the residents were advised of the decision; the number of residents affected; if...

Written Answers — Visa Applications: Visa Applications (29 Nov 2005)

John McGuinness: Question 364: To ask the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform if a visitor's visa will be granted on humanitarian grounds to a person (details supplied); if an ongoing visiting arrangement can be put in place; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36570/05]

Written Answers — Asylum Applications: Asylum Applications (29 Nov 2005)

John McGuinness: Question 365: To ask the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform if a person (details supplied) in County Kilkenny will be granted permission to obtain private rented accommodation and rent supplement; if a response will be expedited; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36571/05]