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Written Answers — Travel Statistics: Travel Statistics (5 Apr 2011)

Eamon Gilmore: The statistics sought by the Deputy are not immediately available to my Department and may not have been collated by the authorities of the countries concerned. I will make enquiries with Embassies to these countries and notify the Deputy of the outcome.

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

Eamon Gilmore: There are no semi-State bodies or authorities under the auspices of the Department of Foreign Affairs. There are four bodies operating under the aegis of this Department. These are: the Ireland-United States Commission for Educational Exchange (the Fulbright Commission); the Development Education Advisory Committee; the Irish Aid Expert Advisory Group; and the Emigrant Services Advisory...

Written Answers — Human Rights Issues: Human Rights Issues (5 Apr 2011)

Eamon Gilmore: The Dalai Lama is visiting Ireland during April at the invitation of a number of Non-governmental Organisations. The Government is committed to the One-China policy which acknowledges Tibet as part of China. We believe that constructive dialogue between the Chinese Government and the representatives of the Dalai Lama is the best way to address differences and tensions in Tibet over issues...

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

Eamon Gilmore: I thank the Deputy for his interest in the Reconciliation Fund which is operated by my Department. The objective of the 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...

Leaders' Questions (6 Apr 2011)

Eamon Gilmore: It has been the norm during Leaders' Questions for a leader to ask one question. Deputy Lenihan has managed to ask four, but I will answer all of them.

Leaders' Questions (6 Apr 2011)

Eamon Gilmore: I am sure Deputy Lenihan will agree that the publication of the legislative programme within four weeks of the formation of the Government represents a new departure and a significant advance on what happened on the last three occasions when the programme was not published until almost four months after the formation of the Government.

Leaders' Questions (6 Apr 2011)

Eamon Gilmore: As stated in the press release, job creation is the main priority listed in the Government's legislative programme.

Leaders' Questions (6 Apr 2011)

Eamon Gilmore: That is why the totality of the Government's economic programme is aimed at the creation of jobs. The jobs budget will be introduced in the month of May. The detail of how many jobs it is intended to support and the precise measures to provide and support the provision of jobs will be contained in that budget statement. The Government is committed to bringing to an end corporate donations....

Leaders' Questions (6 Apr 2011)

Eamon Gilmore: There will be no distinction.

Leaders' Questions (6 Apr 2011)

Eamon Gilmore: Change is being implemented. The Government has decided that political donations from corporate bodies will be brought to an end. That will, obviously, include the bringing to an end of donations from trade unions. The recommendations made in the Moriarty tribunal report on the reforms that must be implemented, including the central recommendation regarding the bringing to an end of...

Leaders' Questions (6 Apr 2011)

Eamon Gilmore: It is intended that the jobs budget will be introduced in the month of May.

Leaders' Questions (6 Apr 2011)

Eamon Gilmore: The programme for Government clearly states that the cut in the minimum wage will be reversed. This measure will be implemented by Government. As the Taoiseach told the House yesterday, the Attorney General has been consulted on whether separate legislation will be required, whether this can be provided for in existing legislation or, if legislation is required at all. The Government...

Leaders' Questions (6 Apr 2011)

Eamon Gilmore: The commitment will be honoured.

Leaders' Questions (6 Apr 2011)

Eamon Gilmore: As quickly as possible. The Government is considering the most appropriate way of dealing with the matter. The Taoiseach told the House yesterday that the Attorney General has been consulted on the legislative requirements for doing so. It will be done.

Leaders' Questions (6 Apr 2011)

Eamon Gilmore: I acknowledge Deputy Higgins' comments in regard to the murder of Constable Ronan Kerr. I understand there were some communication difficulties last night in terms of the Government Whip not being able to make contact with the Whip of the Technical Group or Deputy Higgins. It is intended to add Deputy Higgins name to the motion on behalf of the Technical Group, which will be before the...

Leaders' Questions (6 Apr 2011)

Eamon Gilmore: I do not know whose voice is recorded on the tape. The matter is being investigated by the Garda Commissioner and Garda Ombudsman Commission. We must await conclusion of these investigations before making any further comment. On the content of the tape, I was shocked by the serious comments made. The Minister for Justice and Equality, Deputy Shatter, made clear this morning his views on...

Leaders' Questions (6 Apr 2011)

Eamon Gilmore: None of us knows who spoke the words on the tape and no one should jump to any conclusions about that matter until the investigation has been completed by the Garda Commissioner and the Garda Ombudsman Commission. We should not prejudice the outcome of the investigation. Given the seriousness of the content of the tape, we should not use it to widen the agenda with regard to whatever point...

Order of Business (6 Apr 2011)

Eamon Gilmore: It is proposed to take No. 5a, motion re the murder of Constable Ronan Kerr; No. 10, statements on bank reorganisation; and No. 8, Communications Regulation (Postal Services) Bill 2010 [Seanad] - Second Stage (resumed). It is also proposed, notwithstanding anything in Standing Orders that: (1) No. 5a shall be decided without debate; and (2) the following arrangements shall apply in relation...

Order of Business (6 Apr 2011)

Eamon Gilmore: A guillotine will not apply to the statements. The provisions made are that if they conclude before 7 p.m., a Minister will respond at that point and if they do not conclude before 7 p.m., it is intended they will resume at a point which can be agreed with the Whips.

Order of Business (6 Apr 2011)

Eamon Gilmore: Yes, the matter can be agreed between the Whips.