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Government Record: Motion (Resumed). (5 Jul 2006)

Bernard Durkan: That is what the people will make a judgment on.

Government Record: Motion (Resumed). (5 Jul 2006)

Bernard Durkan: Many others are in for a shock also.

Government Record: Motion (Resumed). (5 Jul 2006)

Bernard Durkan: With some of the activities on that side of the House, we could be forgiven for this.

Government Record: Motion (Resumed). (5 Jul 2006)

Bernard Durkan: One might not think so.

Written Answers — Alternative Energy Projects: Alternative Energy Projects (5 Jul 2006)

Bernard Durkan: Question 116: To ask the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources if he has had discussions with the ESB or other potential electricity generating interests with a view to the future development of the alternative energy sector and the need for security of supply; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26526/06]

Written Answers — Alternative Energy Projects: Alternative Energy Projects (5 Jul 2006)

Bernard Durkan: Question 225: To ask the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources if he has had discussions with the ESB or other potential electricity generating interests with a view to the future development of the alternative energy sector and the need for security of supply; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26696/06]

Written Answers — Alternative Energy Projects: Alternative Energy Projects (5 Jul 2006)

Bernard Durkan: Question 255: To ask the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources the number of potential electricity or renewable energy suppliers with whom his Department have had discussions in the context of the development of renewable energy, compliance with Kyoto principles, adherence to the EU objectives and his Department's projections for the future; and if he will make a statement...

Written Answers — Alternative Energy Projects: Alternative Energy Projects (5 Jul 2006)

Bernard Durkan: Question 274: To ask the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources if he has satisfied himself regarding the progress to date in the provision of alternative electricity generating sources with particular reference to renewables and import substitution; if he intends to incentivise alternative generating capacity; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26756/06]

Written Answers — Resource Exploration: Resource Exploration (5 Jul 2006)

Bernard Durkan: Question 267: To ask the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources if there have been indications of a viable oil, gas or other mineral finds in the past 12 months; if he expects further developments or announcements in this area in the near future; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26749/06]

Written Answers — Resource Exploration: Resource Exploration (5 Jul 2006)

Bernard Durkan: Question 278: To ask the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources the extent of positive indicators arising from oil, gas or other mineral explorations, onshore, or offshore; if adequate scientific resources are being made available to develop the sector; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26760/06]

Written Answers — Health Services: Health Services (5 Jul 2006)

Bernard Durkan: Question 151: To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Health and Children if a surgical appointment will be arranged for a person (details supplied) in County Kildare; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [26878/06]

Written Answers — Health Services: Health Services (5 Jul 2006)

Bernard Durkan: Question 152: To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Health and Children if funding can or will be offered through the Health Service Executive for the purchase of a house or site for patients of an organisation (details supplied) in County Kildare on foot of an application made by this organisation; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [26879/06]

Written Answers — Telecommunications Services: Telecommunications Services (5 Jul 2006)

Bernard Durkan: Question 223: To ask the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources his plans for the accelerated provision of broadband services necessary for the economic well-being of the country; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26963/06]

Written Answers — Postal Services: Postal Services (5 Jul 2006)

Bernard Durkan: Question 226: To ask the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources his Department's policy in regard to the future development of An Post; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26697/06]

Written Answers — Broadcasting Services: Broadcasting Services (5 Jul 2006)

Bernard Durkan: Question 227: To ask the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources if it is intended that digital television will be free to air; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26698/06]

Written Answers — Broadcasting Services: Broadcasting Services (5 Jul 2006)

Bernard Durkan: Question 228: To ask the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources the schedule for the provision of digital television; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26699/06]

Written Answers — Broadcasting Services: Broadcasting Services (5 Jul 2006)

Bernard Durkan: Question 247: To ask the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources the degree to which digital television is expected to become available in early date; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26724/06]

Written Answers — Telecommunications Services: Telecommunications Services (5 Jul 2006)

Bernard Durkan: Question 229: To ask the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources the number of entrants to the telecommunications market who have applied or are willing to get involved in the provision of broadband or other telecommunications services or facilities throughout the country; if his attention has been drawn to the obstacles encountered by such companies; his proposals to free...

Written Answers — Telecommunications Services: Telecommunications Services (5 Jul 2006)

Bernard Durkan: Question 230: To ask the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources if parish church broadcasting services which were discontinued by order of the Regulator have been or will be restored without undue cost to the consumer; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26701/06]

Written Answers — Mobile Telephony: Mobile Telephony (5 Jul 2006)

Bernard Durkan: Question 231: To ask the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources his proposals to encourage greater competition through deregulation of the mobile telephone service; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26704/06]