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Order of Business (21 May 2008)

Brian Cowen: These are matters for the Whips to discuss with a view to determining whether a debate is possible.

Order of Business (21 May 2008)

Brian Cowen: I understand the earliest it can be expected is next year.

Order of Business (21 May 2008)

Brian Cowen: I do not yet have a date for that Bill.

Order of Business (21 May 2008)

Brian Cowen: A guided tour would be far more interesting.

Order of Business (21 May 2008)

Brian Cowen: There is a need to update the software.

Order of Business (21 May 2008)

Brian Cowen: It is a matter for the Whips. On the basis of the setback that occurred during the week, we are now concentrating our efforts to determine whether it is possible for others to take the place of the developer. That is the focus of our attention and we should not assume all is lost. There are people trying to decide whether the matter can be addressed.

Order of Business (21 May 2008)

Brian Cowen: The Ministers will be in touch with the spokespersons concerned.

Order of Business (21 May 2008)

Brian Cowen: In an effort to be helpful——

Order of Business (21 May 2008)

Brian Cowen: It was an effort to be helpful, yet there is still a problem when one is helpful. To be helpful, I suggested the three Ministers considering the matter should discuss it with Opposition spokespersons to try to determine whether progress could be made. Deputy Burton asked about the arrangements. When the three Ministers meet, they will put forward a proposal or ideas and talk to the...

Order of Business (21 May 2008)

Brian Cowen: Why not? I do not know. Let those concerned make the arrangements. It is not rocket science and the arrangements will be made.

Order of Business (21 May 2008)

Brian Cowen: The Deputy is out of order.

Order of Business (21 May 2008)

Brian Cowen: I do not have a date for the health amendment Bill. Again, however, if such a debate is sought either in committee or in plenary session, it is a matter for discussion among the Whips.

Order of Business (21 May 2008)

Brian Cowen: I am aware of the issue.

Order of Business (21 May 2008)

Brian Cowen: I understand a Bill called the judicial council Bill that would cover that scenario is in preparation. While it may not be introduced to the House until later this year or next year, I understand this is the position.

Written Answers — State Airports: State Airports (21 May 2008)

Brian Cowen: The view taken at the time was that the Dublin Airport Authority (DAA) is a commercial company with a core mandate to manage the three State airports and that its by-law making powers are discharged in that context. Accordingly, DAA was not listed as a regulatory body in the publication mentioned, as it was not viewed as having material functions under the definition criteria used in that Report.

National Security Committee. (27 May 2008)

Brian Cowen: I propose to take Questions Nos. 1 to 3, inclusive, together. Having regard to the confidential nature of the work of the National Security Committee, it would not be appropriate to disclose information about the dates of individual meetings nor any of its proceedings. The committee is chaired by the Secretary General to the Government and comprises representatives at the highest level of the...

National Security Committee. (27 May 2008)

Brian Cowen: We are all aware in the aftermath of the 11 September attacks and other more recent outrages of the scale of the threat posed by international terrorism. While there are no grounds to suggest that Ireland is at particular risk, the security services maintain a high state of vigilance. They are also in regular contact with other security services and there is an ongoing exchange of...

National Security Committee. (27 May 2008)

Brian Cowen: Earlier I said in relation to terrorist threats that the security services are constantly monitoring and liaising with other security services, as appropriate, to deal with that matter. I do not think there is any benefit in saying more about it, other than that, so it will not be misinterpreted one way or the other. The situation in Chad is outside the remit of these questions. Operational...

National Security Committee. (27 May 2008)

Brian Cowen: The Government is satisfied that the necessary structures are in place to obtain, assess and act on intelligence concerning the threat posed by terrorism, including international terrorism. The highest priority continues to be placed by the Government and the security services on identifying and countering any threats that may have implications for this country. Obviously, there is ongoing...

National Security Committee. (27 May 2008)

Brian Cowen: We cannot draw an inference from the numbers mentioned by the Deputy as to the number of people who have been genuinely suspect; in other words, that relates to calls as I understand it. Therefore, in terms of a question, the matter could best be placed before the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform who would have a more direct line of responsibility for this matter than me. I am...