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Written Answers — Departmental Offices: Departmental Offices (6 May 2009)

Mary Coughlan: I understand that the ombudsman referred to in the Deputy's Question relates to a proposal made by the UK Competition Commission to introduce a scheme to deal with disputes between retailers and suppliers. It is important to point out that the Commission's proposal is currently the subject of a public consultation process and that no formal decision has been made at this stage to introduce an...

Written Answers — Proposed Legislation: Proposed Legislation (6 May 2009)

Mary Coughlan: I understand the Deputy is referring to fair trade in the context of fair and equitable terms and conditions between parties in a contractual business relationship. In general, contract law, enforceable in the Courts, governs the terms and conditions entered into by contracting parties. In so far as competition law has an effect on business relationships, this is in the form of prohibition...

Written Answers — Retail Sector: Retail Sector (6 May 2009)

Mary Coughlan: The Deputy refers in his question to concerns regarding possible abuses by certain undertakings in the retail sector. I would advise the Deputy that the Competition Acts specifically provide that any abuse by one or more undertakings of a dominant position in the State or in any part of the State is prohibited. Should the Deputy have any evidence of undertakings in the retail sector engaging...

Written Answers — Redundancy Payments: Redundancy Payments (6 May 2009)

Mary Coughlan: The Redundancy Payments Section of my Department has checked to see if a redundancy payments claim has been lodged for the individual in question but currently there is no record of a claim having been submitted. In the circumstances, if the Deputy wishes to provide me with further information which would help to clarify the matter, I would be happy to renew enquiries.

Written Answers — Redundancy Payments: Redundancy Payments (6 May 2009)

Mary Coughlan: The Redundancy Payments Section of my Department has checked to see if a redundancy payments claim has been lodged for the individual in question but currently there is no record of the claim having been submitted. In the circumstances, if the Deputy wishes to provide me with further information which would help to clarify the matter, I would be happy to renew enquiries.

Seanad: Companies (Amendment) Bill 2009: Second Stage (6 May 2009)

Mary Coughlan: I thank the Members of this House for facilitating the early discussion of this legislation. I am very pleased to bring the Companies (Amendment) Bill 2009 to the House. Irish company law is a significant part of the infrastructure underpinning the development of Irish business. It provides the framework that governs how Irish companies conduct their business, communicate with shareholders...

Order of Business (7 May 2009)

Mary Coughlan: It is proposed to take No. 1, Harbours (Amendment) Bill 2008 [Seanad] - Second Stage-----

Order of Business (Resumed) (7 May 2009)

Mary Coughlan: It is proposed to take No. 1, Harbours (Amendment) Bill 2008 [Seanad] - Second Stage. Private Members' Business shall be No. 69, motion regarding special educational needs (resumed) to be taken after the Order of Business and to conclude after 90 minutes, if not previously concluded.

Order of Business (Resumed) (7 May 2009)

Mary Coughlan: I indicated previously that if we did not see a reduction in prices I would consider legislative measures. However, while there have been announcements on the reduction in prices, I welcome what has been said publicly that this would not be to the detriment of Irish suppliers. However, the Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Food and I will keep a very keen eye on the situation. I...

Order of Business (Resumed) (7 May 2009)

Mary Coughlan: The Government is working on the issue of the NAMA legislation and has been advised by the Attorney General that it will be published this session. The matter of the bilateral agreement has been dealt with by the Taoiseach and the Minister of State, Deputy Barry Andrews. We are actively progressing it as quickly as possible-----

Order of Business (Resumed) (7 May 2009)

Mary Coughlan: -----while appreciating the absolute necessity of ensuring and assuring that not just parents, but-----

Order of Business (Resumed) (7 May 2009)

Mary Coughlan: -----children are protected. Regarding the legislation in my Department, I hope to have it by this session if possible. It has to do with the amalgamation of the NCA and the Competition Authority.

Order of Business (Resumed) (7 May 2009)

Mary Coughlan: On the first two Bills, we are not in a position to say when they will be available. Any debates promised are a matter for consideration between the Whips.

Order of Business (Resumed) (7 May 2009)

Mary Coughlan: The referendum Bill will be this session. We will accommodate statements, if the Whips can agree.

Order of Business (Resumed) (7 May 2009)

Mary Coughlan: As the Deputy has indicated, the Bill is before the Upper House, where we hope to have Report Stage next week. This would allow the Bill to be debated in this House as quickly as possible. I would like to do it this session.

Order of Business (Resumed) (7 May 2009)

Mary Coughlan: We will have it this session.

Order of Business (Resumed) (7 May 2009)

Mary Coughlan: The multi-unit developments, MUDs, Bill is complex. We had hoped to bring it to finality this week-----

Order of Business (Resumed) (7 May 2009)

Mary Coughlan: -----with a view to it being before the House in this session. The planning Bill will be introduced this session.

Order of Business (Resumed) (7 May 2009)

Mary Coughlan: Yes, even if it kills me.

Order of Business (Resumed) (7 May 2009)

Mary Coughlan: We do not have a date for the human tissue Bill.