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Order of Business (31 Mar 2011)

Eamon Gilmore: It is the Government's intention to publish the legislative programme next Tuesday and I believe the Bill to which the Deputy referred is on the Order Paper.

Order of Business (31 Mar 2011)

Eamon Gilmore: The transfers to which the Deputy referred in regard to the payment of promissory notes are not new payments; they arise from commitments that were entered into by the previous Government under the previous arrangements and commitments, which were made for the capital requirements of Anglo Irish Bank and the Irish Nationwide Building Society at that time. The Deputy asked if an opportunity...

Order of Business (31 Mar 2011)

Eamon Gilmore: I join Deputy Martin in wishing Denis Reid the very best on his retirement today from the service of the House. He has been and no doubt will continue to be the best weather vane and the best informed political commentator in the country. That man knows more about politics and what goes on in here and in individual political parties than anybody else. I wish him and his family the very best.

Election of Leas-Cheann Comhairle (31 Mar 2011)

Eamon Gilmore: I move: That Deputy Michael P. Kitt be elected Leas-Cheann Comhairle.

Conduct of Member: Motion (31 Mar 2011)

Eamon Gilmore: I move: That Dáil Éireann: notes the Final Report of the Moriarty tribunal; believes that the conduct of Deputy Michael Lowry set out in the tribunal's report was completely unacceptable for a member of the House; and calls on Deputy Lowry to voluntarily resign his membership of Dáil Éireann.

Conduct of Member: Motion (31 Mar 2011)

Eamon Gilmore: Does the Ceann Comhairle want me to reply?

Written Answers — Passport Applications: Passport Applications (31 Mar 2011)

Eamon Gilmore: A passport application for the child in question was made in July, 2010. This was done under the provisions of the Passports Act, 2008, which provides, that this Department must be satisfied that an applicant is an Irish citizen before issuing him/her a passport. As the child was born in the State in April 2010, his entitlement to Irish citizenship is governed by Section 6A of the Irish...

Murder of PSNI Constable: Statements (5 Apr 2011)

Eamon Gilmore: As a previous speaker stated, this is the type of discussion in which we had hoped we would never be obliged to engage again in the House. I join Members from all parties in turning my thoughts to Ronan Kerr and his grieving family. We offer our profound sympathy to Ronan's family, his friends and the PSNI on the loss of a beloved son, brother, friend and colleague. Members all share the...

Written Answers — Official Engagements: Official Engagements (5 Apr 2011)

Eamon Gilmore: A State Visit to Ireland by Queen Elizabeth II is anticipated to take place in the near future. The final dates and the programme for the State Visit are still under consideration and we are working closely with the British side on developing a programme which reflects the strength and vibrancy of our bilateral relationship. Reconciliation between Ireland and Great Britain has been hugely...

Written Answers — State Visits: State Visits (5 Apr 2011)

Eamon Gilmore: There are two State Visits due to take place in the near future. The State Visit by Prince Albert takes place from 4-6 April and marks the 50th anniversary of the visit of his parents, Princess Grace and Prince Rainier to Ireland in 1961. A State Visit to Ireland by Queen Elizabeth II is anticipated to take place in the near future. The final dates and the programme for the State Visit are...

Written Answers — Trade Relations: Trade Relations (5 Apr 2011)

Eamon Gilmore: The Government attaches great importance to the continuing development of Ireland's relations with Africa as a whole, and with individual African countries. My Department manages a significant development cooperation programme, Irish Aid, which is strongly focused on sub-Saharan Africa. Our broader relations with Africa are managed through our Embassy network across that continent, as well...

Written Answers — Departmental Expenditure: Departmental Expenditure (5 Apr 2011)

Eamon Gilmore: The objective of the Department of Foreign Affairs' Reconciliation Fund is to assist individuals and organisations involved in reconciliation work and to encourage and facilitate better relations within and between the nationalist/republican and unionist/loyalist traditions on the island of Ireland and also relations between Ireland and Britain. Each year, applications to the Fund are...

Written Answers — International Awards: International Awards (5 Apr 2011)

Eamon Gilmore: The Fulbright International Science & Technology Award was initiated in 2006 and offers students in science and technology the US government's most prestigious and valuable scholarship. It is advertised internationally to attract the most highly qualified young candidates in the countries in which Fulbright operates to study at America's leading universities. Each year it provides...

Written Answers — Missing Persons: Missing Persons (5 Apr 2011)

Eamon Gilmore: As the Deputy will be aware, the Department of Foreign Affairs, through the Consular Assistance Section in Dublin and the Irish Embassy in Madrid, has been providing assistance in the case of the person mentioned by him since her disappearance on 1 January 2008. Since the previous parliamentary reply to the Deputy, PQ 213 of December, 2010, the status of the case of the missing Irish girl...

Written Answers — Undocumented Irish: Undocumented Irish (5 Apr 2011)

Eamon Gilmore: Addressing the situation of the undocumented Irish and reforming our migration arrangements with the United States are important priorities for the Government in its relationship with the US Administration and Congress. I believe that the inclusion of Ireland in an amended reciprocal E3 visa scheme is the most effective way of creating new opportunities for Irish citizens to work in the US...

Written Answers — Undocumented Irish: Undocumented Irish (5 Apr 2011)

Eamon Gilmore: The United States operates a range of non-immigrant visa programmes to facilitate entry into that country by nationals of other countries to undertake a number of work related and other activities. One such scheme is the H-1B visa which is limited to applicants with a U.S sponsoring company, working in a number of specialty occupations. Under US Congressional legislation, a maximum of...

Written Answers — Foreign Conflicts: Foreign Conflicts (5 Apr 2011)

Eamon Gilmore: Ireland conducts its international relations in accordance with the values set out in Article 29 of the Constitution. These include commitment to the ideal of peace and friendly co-operation amongst nations founded on international justice and morality, adherence to the principle of the pacific settlement of international disputes, and acceptance of the generally recognised principles of...

Written Answers — Undocumented Irish: Undocumented Irish (5 Apr 2011)

Eamon Gilmore: Addressing the situation of the undocumented Irish and reforming our migration arrangements with the United States are important priorities for the Government in its relationship with the US Administration and Congress. I believe that the inclusion of Ireland in an amended reciprocal E3 visa scheme is the most effective way of creating new opportunities for Irish citizens to work in the US...

Written Answers — Middle East Peace Process: Middle East Peace Process (5 Apr 2011)

Eamon Gilmore: I refer the Deputy to my answer to Question No.16 answered on 22 March, which is outlined below. A number of countries, principally in Latin America and including Brazil, Argentina and Chile, have recently decided to recognise a Palestinian state. This is in addition to those states – mostly in Africa or in the Islamic world – who have recognised Palestine for many years. Over thirty...

Written Answers — Anti-Racism Measures: Anti-Racism Measures (5 Apr 2011)

Eamon Gilmore: I take it that the Deputy is referring to recent reports of sectarian behaviour at football matches which took place in Scotland in the last month or so. Matters of this nature are kept under constant review by the Scottish Government, which has repeatedly stated that there is no place for racism or sectarianism – in relation to any community - in Scotland. I welcome the decision in March...