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Leaders' Questions. (18 Nov 2008)

Enda Kenny: It was introduced six weeks ago.

Order of Business (18 Nov 2008)

Enda Kenny: Will the Tánaiste explain what No. 10 is about? As I understand it, previously a similar provision was provided for former Deputy Jim Higgins and Deputy Howlin. What is this about and does a problem exist?

Order of Business (18 Nov 2008)

Enda Kenny: Is there a reason for the Taoiseach's absence from the Order of Business?

Order of Business (18 Nov 2008)

Enda Kenny: The Committee of Public Accounts, which has always been independent in exercising its duties, has been examining issues pertaining to FÁS. As the Tánaiste will be aware, FÁS has an expenditure of approximately €1 billion. I am not sure of the intention of her announcement that, as Minister with responsibility for this area, she was directing the Comptroller and Auditor General to...

Order of Business (18 Nov 2008)

Enda Kenny: Is the Tánaiste not concerned that she is undermining the constitutional responsibilities of the Committee of Public Accounts?

Order of Business (18 Nov 2008)

Enda Kenny: I ask for a reply in reference to the legislation dealing with FÁS.

Order of Business (18 Nov 2008)

Enda Kenny: Reply and be out of order.

Order of Business (18 Nov 2008)

Enda Kenny: The Tánaiste has made a comprehensive statement. This House appoints the Committee of Public Accounts. She is willing to wait to see what the banks are going to do but is not prepared to await the committee's findings. The committee comprises Members from all parties and has a specific mandate. The Tánaiste has not indicated to me her concerns in requesting the Comptroller and Auditor...

Order of Business (18 Nov 2008)

Enda Kenny: When I raised this matter previously in the context of questions asked by Deputy Varadkar, the Taoiseach stated that the Government has full faith in FÁS. The Tánaiste is now asking the Comptroller and Auditor General to conduct a further examination of FÁS in parallel to or undermining the work of the Committee of Public Accounts.

Order of Business (18 Nov 2008)

Enda Kenny: The Tánaiste indicated that she had spoken to the Minister for Finance regarding the matter. In terms of the league of ministers for finance, the Financial Times placed that Minister just above the Portuguese Minister for Finance, Fernando Teixeira dos Santos, at No. 17 out of 18. Does the Tánaiste know what is happening?

Leaders' Questions (19 Nov 2008)

Enda Kenny: I am sure the Taoiseach will acknowledge the constructive approach from this side of the House in regard to the protection of Irish jobs and, in particular, small businesses. It is a little more than three weeks since I initially asked about the Government's requirement to introduce a scheme of recapitalisation for the banking system to ensure the protection of Irish jobs and the...

Leaders' Questions (19 Nov 2008)

Enda Kenny: This refers to the Taoiseach's comment that the Government will take action in this area only as a matter of last resort. The Taoiseach has read out a number of details in this regard. If the Government is to introduce a recapitalisation programme, perhaps the Taoiseach will outline what principles will underpin that programme in terms of the availability of competition to the process. We...

Tribunals of Inquiry. (19 Nov 2008)

Enda Kenny: Question 1: To ask the Taoiseach the costs which have accrued to his Department in respect of the Moriarty tribunal; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [29479/08]

Tribunals of Inquiry. (19 Nov 2008)

Enda Kenny: In July the Minister for Finance issued a statement on behalf the Government that he planned to introduce public expenditure cuts of €440 million by the end of the year and reduce spending by a further €1 billion in 2009. It was hoped the Moriarty tribunal would have concluded its public hearings this year. It had its last public session in May. I believe there were only three public...

Tribunals of Inquiry. (19 Nov 2008)

Enda Kenny: I thank the Taoiseach for that. What elements of costs for the Moriarty tribunal have been paid out to date? It was decided in July that the legal counsel to the tribunal would no longer be paid once public hearings were completed. The Government informed the Departments to which the tribunals report that tribunal legal teams, including the €2,700 a day senior counsel, should be let go....

Tribunals of Inquiry. (19 Nov 2008)

Enda Kenny: I appreciate that and respect the rights of the individuals who would be so concerned. The Minister, Deputy Brian Lenihan, stated that once public hearings are completed, legal counsel on fee of €2,700 a day would be withdrawn. Legal staff would not be working on the report as it is a matter solely for the tribunal. We have only had three hearings in 2008 and in view of this does the...

Tribunals of Inquiry. (19 Nov 2008)

Enda Kenny: It is time for it come to an end anyway.

Tribunals of Inquiry. (19 Nov 2008)

Enda Kenny: Come on.

Tribunals of Inquiry. (19 Nov 2008)

Enda Kenny: Is the Taoiseach saying I made such charges?

Tribunals of Inquiry. (19 Nov 2008)

Enda Kenny: Let me return to a question I asked the Taoiseach already. I understand Mr. Justice Moriarty said we are now finished with public hearings and that there will be no more. It makes a mockery of the statement of the Minister for Finance, Deputy Brian Lenihan, if we are likely to have more public hearings because subjects of the tribunal might challenge its findings. The sole member announced...