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Consultancy Contracts. (1 Mar 2005)

Bertie Ahern: The only papers I have on the report is the report itself, which I have made available in the Dáil Library. I have no other papers.

Consultancy Contracts. (1 Mar 2005)

Bertie Ahern: I cannot do so because I do not have those papers. I only have the report. Mr. Quigley's working papers and documents were not given to me and are not available to me.

Consultancy Contracts. (1 Mar 2005)

Bertie Ahern: There are a number of points. Significantly, the report finds that, taken in the round, there was little material difference between work done by Ms Leech and what was contracted for. The Minister and Ms Leech rejected the suggestions that they did not in any way complete the full work contracted for, whatever about the rates of salary, expenses and allowances. They were agreed as part of the...

Consultancy Contracts. (1 Mar 2005)

Bertie Ahern: Four weeks ago information pertaining to all contracts in each Department was circulated on foot of parliamentary questions. Every Minister and Department was asked to ensure that all contracts were properly in place. As shown in the detailed report, most press work is done by civil servants. People were asked to ensure that standards were in place regarding contracts. The Quigley report...

Consultancy Contracts. (1 Mar 2005)

Bertie Ahern: I can ask about that, but my information is that was the reason for refusal, so I am not aware of why it has been refused now. I can ask.

Legislative Programme. (1 Mar 2005)

Bertie Ahern: I propose to take Questions Nos. 6 to 10, inclusive, together. My Department has three items of legislation for the current Dáil session: the National Economic and Social Development Office Bill 2002, the Interpretation Bill 2000 and the Statute Law Revision (Pre-1922) Bill 2004. I do not anticipate any change in priorities in the next 12 months. The National Economic and Social Development...

Legislative Programme. (1 Mar 2005)

Bertie Ahern: I repeat that three Bills from my Department are before the Houses at present: the National Economic and Social Development Office Bill, the Interpretation Bill and the Statute Law Revision (Pre-1922) Bill. Deputy Rabbitte is correct in saying that if we were to get some time, we could clear all three Bills. It would be helpful if we could do so and move on. While I would still like to...

Legislative Programme. (1 Mar 2005)

Bertie Ahern: I could check it.

Legislative Programme. (1 Mar 2005)

Bertie Ahern: The legislation referred to is on the legislative list of the Department of Justice, Equality and Law Reform. However, to be helpful to Deputy Kenny, I will check its current status.

Legislative Programme. (1 Mar 2005)

Bertie Ahern: There is no legislation in my Department relating to Northern Ireland but a number of Bills are pending in other Departments such as the Foyle fisheries Bill and other related legislation and orders. The Foyle fisheries Bill is at a fairly advanced stage and we should be able to progress it. Other legislation not relevant to my Department is pending but is caught up in North-South issues. The...

Legislative Programme. (1 Mar 2005)

Bertie Ahern: I do not think anyone will leave tomorrow but it is important that we deal with the matter during the course of the year.

Leaders' Questions. (1 Mar 2005)

Bertie Ahern: The Government is certainly not abandoning its commitment to provide additional buses under the national development plan. Funding for over 300 new buses has been made available in the last five years, and there are now over 1,000 buses in the service of Dublin Bus. We are continuing to invest in Dublin Bus, whose annual subvention is now €60 million. The issue, as has been pointed out by...

Leaders' Questions. (1 Mar 2005)

Bertie Ahern: They are on the way too.

Leaders' Questions. (1 Mar 2005)

Bertie Ahern: Not alone are there more buses, there are 1,000 buses. Over 300 buses have been changed. Obviously, some of those are replacement buses. On Dublin Bus figures, they have 30 buses, the change of routes of which they have not yet agreed. They have to also agree some of their other reform issues. They have been told by the Department that when those issues are addressed there will be agreement...

Leaders' Questions. (1 Mar 2005)

Bertie Ahern: Deputy Rabbitte asked when the Travers report will be available. I do not know exactly; it is due in shortly. The report is not that long in preparation but I understand Mr. Travers is anxious to complete it as soon as he possibly can.

Leaders' Questions. (1 Mar 2005)

Bertie Ahern: Maybe before that, it depends on when it comes in. Obviously, the Government will have to consider it but it is committed to publishing it.

Leaders' Questions. (1 Mar 2005)

Bertie Ahern: We will publish it. If these matters had been dealt with before the election in 1977, we would not be here now.

Leaders' Questions. (1 Mar 2005)

Bertie Ahern: What was clear in 2003 was very clear in 1976. It went through——

Leaders' Questions. (1 Mar 2005)

Bertie Ahern: Unfortunately, it is not rubbish.

Leaders' Questions. (1 Mar 2005)

Bertie Ahern: It would be nice to say that everyone knew everything a year ago. It was as clear at the time of the judgment in 1976 as it was after the latest legal advice. That is the position.