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- Thirtieth Amendment of the Constitution (Treaty on Stability, Coordination and Governance in the Economic and Monetary Union) Bill 2012: Second Stage (Resumed) (19 Apr 2012)
Robert Troy: I thank the Deputy.
- Thirtieth Amendment of the Constitution (Treaty on Stability, Coordination and Governance in the Economic and Monetary Union) Bill 2012: Second Stage (Resumed) (19 Apr 2012)
Robert Troy: Yes.
- Thirtieth Amendment of the Constitution (Treaty on Stability, Coordination and Governance in the Economic and Monetary Union) Bill 2012: Second Stage (Resumed) (19 Apr 2012)
Robert Troy: I call the Minister for Justice and Equality. I understand he is sharing time.
- Thirtieth Amendment of the Constitution (Treaty on Stability, Coordination and Governance in the Economic and Monetary Union) Bill 2012: Second Stage (Resumed) (19 Apr 2012)
Robert Troy: Does the Minister wish to allow the Taoiseach to make his contribution first?
- Pupil-Teacher Ratio (19 Apr 2012)
Robert Troy: I thank the Ceann Comhairle for the opportunity to raise this extremely important issue. It is very important given that yesterday was the final day for receipt of appeals from the small schools that face losing a teacher and face increased class sizes in September 2012. This cut to the pupil-teacher ratio is a cut to front-line services which will predominantly affect small rural schools,...
- Pupil-Teacher Ratio (19 Apr 2012)
Robert Troy: The value for money report will be published in the near future but it is disappointing that this decision has already been made. The Minister of State said that it is not fair to say that savings need to be made without saying where the savings should be made. I wish to point to a school, Glen national school, Edgeworthstown, County Longford, which faces losing a teacher. Its nearest...
- Pupil-Teacher Ratio (19 Apr 2012)
Robert Troy: If schools are closed, the Government will interfere with parental decisions.
- Pupil-Teacher Ratio (19 Apr 2012)
Robert Troy: I did not suggest that we populate.
- Pupil-Teacher Ratio (19 Apr 2012)
Robert Troy: I am talking about repopulating by way of transport.
- Pupil-Teacher Ratio (19 Apr 2012)
Robert Troy: The Minister of State is misrepresenting me. I am talking about repopulating.
- Thirtieth Amendment of the Constitution (Treaty on Stability, Coordination and Governance in the Economic and Monetary Union) Bill 2012: Second Stage (Resumed) (19 Apr 2012)
Robert Troy: The Government will need our help to pass the referendum.
- Thirtieth Amendment of the Constitution (Treaty on Stability, Coordination and Governance in the Economic and Monetary Union) Bill 2012: Second Stage (Resumed) (19 Apr 2012)
Robert Troy: I thank Deputy Michael McGrath for sharing time. I will be brief as my party colleagues have articulated the Fianna Fáil Party position of support in this important referendum. It is good that the Government has conceded that holding a referendum is necessary, giving the people an opportunity to have their say on what will be an important amendment to the Constitution. It is important...
- Written Answers — Higher Education Institutions: Higher Education Institutions (19 Apr 2012)
Robert Troy: Question 26: To ask the Minister for Education and Skills if the recent Times Higher Education World Reputation Rankings which failed to feature an Irish university is a cause for concern; the way he intends to address this continuing fall in rankings among Irish universities; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19411/12]
- Written Answers — Schools Building Projects: Schools Building Projects (19 Apr 2012)
Robert Troy: Question 28: To ask the Minister for Education and Skills following the recent publication of the five year school building plan, the implications for schools which want to apply for a new school building; if they will have to wait another five years before they can apply and be accepted; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19412/12]
- Written Answers — National Lottery Funding: National Lottery Funding (19 Apr 2012)
Robert Troy: Question 179: To ask the Minister for Health when an organisation (details supplied) who made an application to his Department for National Lottery funds for a community mini bus for Longford, will receive a decision on the application. [19625/12]
- Written Answers — Schools Building Projects: Schools Building Projects (24 Apr 2012)
Robert Troy: Question 276: To ask the Minister for Education and Skills if he will include a school (details supplied) on the five year building programme in view of the fact that they were informed the only reason the school was omitted was that they had not received permanent recognition status. [20433/12]
- Written Answers — Taxi Regulations: Taxi Regulations (24 Apr 2012)
Robert Troy: Question 791: To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he will reconsider a current proposal which will prevent owners of taxi companies from passing on their business to next generations; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20243/12]
- Private Members' Business. Motorist Emergency Relief Bill 2012: Second Stage (Resumed) (25 Apr 2012)
Robert Troy: The Minister needs to listen.
- Private Members' Business. Motorist Emergency Relief Bill 2012: Second Stage (Resumed) (25 Apr 2012)
Robert Troy: I propose to share time with Deputies Niall Collins, McConalogue, Kitt, Kirk and Calleary.
- Private Members' Business. Motorist Emergency Relief Bill 2012: Second Stage (Resumed) (25 Apr 2012)
Robert Troy: I commend my colleague, Deputy Dooley, on bringing forward this proposal. It warrants discussion on the floor of the House. It is an issue that affects every family in the country. As it affects agricultural contractors, hauliers and small businesses, and is a topic of conversation throughout the country, it is appropriate that we take this opportunity to debate it here this evening. If we...