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Northern Ireland Issues. (4 Oct 2005)

Finian McGrath: Question 21: To ask the Taoiseach if he will act immediately in regard to the increasing sectarian violence in Northern Ireland and outline the efforts the Government has made to end these horrific attacks on the minority population; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24813/05]

Northern Ireland Issues. (4 Oct 2005)

Finian McGrath: I commend the Taoiseach and all those directly involved in the peace process. This issue is bigger than all of us and, hence, I commend all those involved, right back to the Hume-Adams talks, such as Mr. Albert Reynolds and Fr. Alec Reid. Does the Taoiseach agree that we all owe a huge debt to these people? Does the Taoiseach share my concern about recent sectarian attacks? I also raise the...

Leaders' Questions. (4 Oct 2005)

Finian McGrath: That is more waffle.

Leaders' Questions. (4 Oct 2005)

Finian McGrath: The Taoiseach has given us some more waffle.

Leaders' Questions. (4 Oct 2005)

Finian McGrath: Texting "Questions and Answers".

Written Answers — Health Services: Health Services (4 Oct 2005)

Finian McGrath: Question 227: To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Health and Children if assistance will be given to a person (details supplied) in Dublin 5 with their orthodontic needs and if the family will get the maximum support. [26231/05]

Written Answers — Deportation Orders: Deportation Orders (4 Oct 2005)

Finian McGrath: Question 441: To ask the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform if he will assist a person (details supplied) to stay here; and give them the maximum support and assistance. [26507/05]

Written Answers — Special Educational Needs: Special Educational Needs (4 Oct 2005)

Finian McGrath: Question 482: To ask the Minister for Education and Science the reason the special needs services of a person (details supplied) were withdrawn; and if she will reverse this decision. [26374/05]

Written Answers — Asbestos Remediation: Asbestos Remediation (4 Oct 2005)

Finian McGrath: Question 547: To ask the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government if he will provide advice and support for homes with asbestos pipes (details supplied); and if he will work with other Departments on this public health issue. [26391/05]

Social Welfare Consolidation Bill 2005: Second Stage (Resumed). (5 Oct 2005)

Finian McGrath: The Minister is a bit of a socialist.

Social Welfare Consolidation Bill 2005: Second Stage (Resumed). (5 Oct 2005)

Finian McGrath: I welcome the opportunity to speak on the Bill. It is an important debate because of its connection with welfare and poverty issues. It is also an opportunity for the House to reflect carefully on the direction our country and society is taking. When the word "welfare" is used nowadays, it is often as a derogatory term or as if it is a dirty word. It is important to record that Deputies...

Report of Comptroller and Auditor General: Motion (Resumed). (5 Oct 2005)

Finian McGrath: Where should we do it?

Report of Comptroller and Auditor General: Motion (Resumed). (5 Oct 2005)

Finian McGrath: The Minister is now a minute over time.

Report of Comptroller and Auditor General: Motion (Resumed). (5 Oct 2005)

Finian McGrath: Two minutes over time.

Report of Comptroller and Auditor General: Motion (Resumed). (5 Oct 2005)

Finian McGrath: Fifty-two million euro.

Report of Comptroller and Auditor General: Motion (Resumed). (5 Oct 2005)

Finian McGrath: I welcome the opportunity to speak on this important motion. I deplore the Government's incompetence, mismanagement and the failure to ensure that taxpayers get value for money. This issue concerning the lack of accountability and proper respect for the citizens of this State highlights once again the waste of resources in our health service and in other public projects. This is not good...

Written Answers — Health Services: Health Services (5 Oct 2005)

Finian McGrath: Question 158: To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Health and Children if she will give the maximum support and financial assistance to a person (details supplied) in Dublin 5; and if she will ensure that this person receives all grants needed. [26372/05]

Written Answers — : (5 Oct 2005)

Finian McGrath: Question 202: To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Health and Children the reason a person (details supplied) has experienced a delay in the provision of their occupational therapy service and to give this family the maximum support and assistance. [27156/05]

Written Answers — Diplomatic Representation: Diplomatic Representation (5 Oct 2005)

Finian McGrath: Question 242: To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs the reason no assistance is being given to an Irish citizen (details supplied) in Dublin 9 ; and to give her the maximum support, advice and assistance. [27159/05]

Written Answers — Services for People with Disabilities: Services for People with Disabilities (6 Oct 2005)

Finian McGrath: Question 123: To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Health and Children if she will provide the maximum educational speech therapy and occupational therapy services to a pre-school (details supplied) in Dublin 5; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [27260/05]