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Order of Business (5 May 2011)

Eamon Gilmore: The jobs initiatives will be announced next Tuesday and any Bill, motion or resolution required will be outlined as part of the announcement.

Order of Business (5 May 2011)

Eamon Gilmore: The text of the Bill is being drafted and it is expected to be published later this year.

Order of Business (5 May 2011)

Eamon Gilmore: The arrangements, as I understand it, for next week provide an opportunity throughout the week to discuss the announcement on Tuesday of the jobs initiative. There is provision for questions to be put to the Minister for Finance as part of the debate. If Members would like the opportunity to raise questions with the Ministers for Enterprise, Jobs and Innovation and Social Protection, I am...

Order of Business (5 May 2011)

Eamon Gilmore: It is intended to bring forward the legislation later this year.

Business of Dáil: Motion (5 May 2011)

Eamon Gilmore: I move: "That, notwithstanding anything in Standing Orders, and unless the Dáil shall otherwise order, to mark Europe Day in a signal manner — (1) The Dáil shall sit on Monday, 9th May, 2011, at 11.30 a.m. and shall adjourn not later than 12.30 p.m., the following arrangements shall apply and no other business shall be taken: (a) the Taoiseach shall be called upon to make a statement...

Biological Weapons Bill 2010: Order for Report Stage (5 May 2011)

Eamon Gilmore: I move: "That Report Stage be taken now".

Biological Weapons Bill 2010: Report and Final Stages (5 May 2011)

Eamon Gilmore: I move amendment No. 1: In page 4, line 38, to delete "fine not exceeding €5,000" and substitute "class A fine". I refer Deputies to the Fines Act 2010. The purpose of the Act was to update the value of all existing fines that can be imposed on summary conviction to their value at the time of enactment or, where appropriate, when last updated in legislation. Five classes of maxima have...

Biological Weapons Bill 2010: Report and Final Stages (5 May 2011)

Eamon Gilmore: I thank the House for its consideration of this Bill. It is important to reflect on the significance and relevance of this legislation. This Bill will strengthen implementation in domestic law of the State's international obligations, principally under the 1972 Biological and Toxin Weapons Convention, but also under the 1925 Geneva Protocol, as well as relevant elements of the United...

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

Eamon Gilmore: I am extremely concerned about the use of excessive force in Syria, including killings and detentions of unarmed protestors. I call on the Syrian Government to immediately stop all violent action against its own people and to genuinely permit its citizens to assemble and protest peacefully. Detained peaceful protestors and activists must be released without delay. The Syrian Government...

Written Answers — Consular Assistance: Consular Assistance (10 May 2011)

Eamon Gilmore: I can confirm to the Deputy that the person mentioned by him contacted the Department of Foreign Affairs in March 2011 regarding his difficulties entering Egypt from Gaza. The person concerned had in this instance been travelling on his US passport but has refused to seek consular assistance from the US authorities. Notwithstanding the complications arising from his travelling on a...

Written Answers — Diplomatic Representation: Diplomatic Representation (10 May 2011)

Eamon Gilmore: The Irish Diplomatic Network is made up of 76 overseas Missions, in addition to offices in Armagh and Belfast. The network consists of 58 Embassies, 7 multilateral Missions and 11 Consulates General and other offices overseas. In addition to their country of primary accreditation, many Ambassadors are also accredited to additional countries on a non-resident basis. The size and scale of...

Written Answers — Expenditure Reviews: Expenditure Reviews (10 May 2011)

Eamon Gilmore: There are no particular reviews being carried out in my Department related to the EU/IMF Programme of Financial Support. However, the general reviews under way, such as the recently-announced Comprehensive Spending Review, embrace my Department in the normal way.

Written Answers — Passport Applications: Passport Applications (10 May 2011)

Eamon Gilmore: I propose to take Questions Nos. 78 and 79 together. All passport applications are subject to the provisions of the Passport Act, 2008. Section 6 of that Act provides, inter alia, that an applicant is required to submit any information and documents in relation to that person that is deemed necessary by the Minister for the purpose of processing passport applications. Changes in the method...

Written Answers — Diplomatic Representation: Diplomatic Representation (10 May 2011)

Eamon Gilmore: As the Deputy may be aware, my Department in September 2007, via our Embassy in New Delhi, was informed that the person mentioned by him was arrested on arrival at Colombo Airport, "under suspicion for involvement in terrorist activities" under order from the Ministry of Defence of Sri Lanka. I am informed that to date the person concerned has not been formally charged and the Sri Lankan...

Official Engagements (11 May 2011)

Eamon Gilmore: The visit of President Obama, similarly to the visit of Queen Elizabeth, offers unparalleled opportunities to showcase Ireland on the international stage. These historic visits provide us with a significant opportunity to focus on economic, trade, investment and tourism opportunities with Britain and the US, our two most important economic partners. Naturally, there will be a high level of...

Consular Assistance (11 May 2011)

Eamon Gilmore: I extend my sincere condolences to the extended family of Matthew Fitzpatrick. It is very traumatic for any family to learn of the death of a loved one, and for this to have occurred overseas, in tragic circumstances, can only increase the family's distress. My Department was first alerted to the death of Matthew Fitzpatrick in Mannheim, Germany on 13 December 2010. I am informed that the...

Written Answers — Dublin-Monaghan Bombings: Dublin-Monaghan Bombings (11 May 2011)

Eamon Gilmore: I have arranged for a meeting this week with representatives of the families of the victims of the Dublin and Monaghan bombings. I look forward to discussing their concerns.

Written Answers — Passport Applications: Passport Applications (11 May 2011)

Eamon Gilmore: The Passports Act, 2008 requires that before issuing a passport to a person, the Minister for Foreign Affairs shall be satisfied as to the identity of each applicant and that the person is an Irish citizen. Documentary proof in respect of identity and entitlement to citizenship are required for all passport applications. These requirements are outlined in the passport application form notes...

Written Answers — Ministerial Responsibilities: Ministerial Responsibilities (11 May 2011)

Eamon Gilmore: I propose to take Questions Nos. 52, 53 and 56 together. The promotion of Ireland's economic and trading interests overseas is a key focus of my Department, in co-operation with other relevant government Departments and State Agencies. Ireland's network of 76 Embassies and Consulates continues to work to restore Ireland's international reputation, which has been affected by the economic and...

Written Answers — Trade Relations: Trade Relations (11 May 2011)

Eamon Gilmore: Ireland currently enjoys very good relations with Canada on every level. Our links in trade, tourism and education are particularly strong and growing. Canada is one of Ireland's top 20 trading partners with total trade over €1.5 billion. There is good potential for this to grow with Irish exports to Canada increasing by almost 30% in 2010. The investment links between the two countries...