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Written Answers — International Criminal Court: International Criminal Court (15 Jun 2011)

Eamon Gilmore: In Resolution 1970, adopted on 26 February 2011, the UN Security Council referred the situation in Libya to the International Criminal Court, affirming "the need to hold to account those responsible for attacks, including by forces under their control, on civilians." On 16 May, following an initial investigation, the Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court requested judges to issue...

Written Answers — EU Presidency: EU Presidency (15 Jun 2011)

Eamon Gilmore: There is no formal proposal active at this time to amend the Treaties in the area of leadership of the EU. I have however noted recent media reports of an idea put forward by Mr. Tony Blair that there should be a directly-elected President of the European Union. This is certainly an interesting contribution to debate on the EU's institutional framework and its evolution. Similar ideas...

Written Answers — Consular Services: Consular Services (15 Jun 2011)

Eamon Gilmore: The Deputy will be aware that this case was discussed in the House as a matter for adjournment on 11 May 2011, and on that occasion I took the opportunity to give details of the consular assistance which had been offered to the family of the Irish citizen by my Department up to that point. I also publicly extended my sincere condolences to the family involved and assured them of my personal...

Written Answers — Consular Services: Consular Services (15 Jun 2011)

Eamon Gilmore: I propose to take Questions Nos. 82 and 91 together. I can confirm that the Embassy in Rome has been in contact with a number of Irish citizens that have experienced difficulties in relation to their purchases of property in Italy, including the case referred to in the Deputy's question. The Deputy will be aware that the role of the Department of Foreign Affairs concerning private property...

Written Answers — Food Safety: Food Safety (15 Jun 2011)

Eamon Gilmore: The EU Council of Ministers, in various formations, has addressed the serious and unfolding issues related to the E. coli outbreak in Germany. On 31 May, the issue was discussed at an informal meeting of the Council of EU Agriculture Ministers in Hungary. On 6 June, the Employment, Social Policy, Health and Consumer Affairs (EPSCO) Council was briefed by the European Commission on steps...

Written Answers — Emigrant Support Services: Emigrant Support Services (15 Jun 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. The Taoiseach and I discussed the question of Irish immigration with President Obama when we met with him on 23 May in Dublin. Responding to our concerns, the President...

Written Answers — Emigrant Support Services: Emigrant Support Services (15 Jun 2011)

Eamon Gilmore: As I have previously stated, the Emigrant Support Programme, administered by my Department, provides funding to non-profit organisations and projects to support Irish communities overseas and to facilitate the development of more strategic links between Ireland and the global Irish. The strong emphasis of the Programme is on supporting culturally sensitive, frontline welfare services, which...

Written Answers — Departmental Expenditure: Departmental Expenditure (15 Jun 2011)

Eamon Gilmore: The following staffing costs are borne by the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade for my constituency office: Grade/Position Salary Scale Personal AssistantPersonal Appointment Personal Assistant Scale €43,715 - €56,060 per annum Personal SecretaryPersonal Appointment Personal Secretary Scale €23,820 - €47,755 per annum Clerical OfficerCivil Servant Clerical Officer PPC...

Written Answers — Official Travel: Official Travel (15 Jun 2011)

Eamon Gilmore: The Department operates the "Travel Pass" (also known as the "TaxSaver Commuter Ticket") Scheme put in place by the Finance Act 1999 as an incentive to encourage the use of public transport by staff travelling to and from work. This scheme allows an employer to incur the expense of providing an employee with a monthly or annual bus/rail pass, without the employee being liable for...

Written Answers — Passport Applications: Passport Applications (15 Jun 2011)

Eamon Gilmore: I very much regret the difficulties described by the person concerned in pursuing a passport application on behalf of her husband. If the person concerned would be prepared to forward details of the application, such as reference number and name and date of birth of the applicant, I will have the matter investigated and provide a detailed response.

Written Answers — International Agreements: International Agreements (15 Jun 2011)

Eamon Gilmore: The question of Ireland's possible accession to the Antarctic Treaty System is under consideration in those Government Departments which have responsibility for the areas covered by the Antarctic Treaties. A Government Decision of 9 June 2010 authorised the then Minister for Foreign Affairs and the other relevant Ministers to conduct preparatory work on this issue. A process of...

Written Answers — Passport Applications: Passport Applications (15 Jun 2011)

Eamon Gilmore: A passport application for the person in question was submitted in December, 2008. In accordance with the provisions of the Passports Act, 2008, this Department must be satisfied that an applicant is an Irish citizen before issuing him with a passport. As the applicant was born in the State in September 2008, his entitlement to Irish citizenship is governed by Section 6A of the Irish...

Written Answers — Human Rights Issues: Human Rights Issues (15 Jun 2011)

Eamon Gilmore: I am deeply concerned about the current situation in Syria, including the violent repression against large numbers of people in Syria who have been simply trying to exercise their right to freedom of expression, whether in the street or online. The deaths which according to estimates now number more than 1,200 and detentions, and the torture and intimidation of peaceful Syrian citizens, are...

Order of Business (16 Jun 2011)

Eamon Gilmore: It is proposed to take No. a9, motion re discharge of orders and referral of Bills to select committees; and No. 13, Social Welfare and Pensions Bill 2011 - Committee Stage (resumed) and Remaining Stages. It is proposed, notwithstanding anything in Standing Orders, that the Dáil shall sit later than 4.45 p.m. and business shall be interrupted on the conclusion of Question Time, which shall...

Order of Business (16 Jun 2011)

Eamon Gilmore: I will keep it short in that case. There has already been a lengthy debate on this Bill. Discussion lasted until 10 p.m. last night and the Minister for Social Protection was in the Chamber continuously from 2.30 p.m. until 10 p.m. without a break.

Order of Business (16 Jun 2011)

Eamon Gilmore: Deputy Ó Snodaigh rightly anticipates that the business will be concluded by 1.30 p.m. in any event if there is co-operation on all sides. A deadline has to be met because the Government has given a commitment that the reversal to the cut in the national minimum wage will be introduced on 1 July.

Order of Business (16 Jun 2011)

Eamon Gilmore: Bearing in mind that the Bill also has to go to the Seanad, it is not unreasonable to conclude debate in this House today unless some Members opposite are suggesting we should delay reversing the cut in the minimum wage.

Order of Business (16 Jun 2011)

Eamon Gilmore: I thank Deputy Ó Cuív for his acknowledgement-----

Order of Business (16 Jun 2011)

Eamon Gilmore: -----and congratulations on the achievements of the Government in its first 100 days. I am sure he will have noticed that, unlike during the 14 years in which he served in office, the Government spent its first 100 days here working-----

Order of Business (16 Jun 2011)

Eamon Gilmore: -----and not on holidays, as had been the practice in the past.