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Written Answers — EU Treaty: EU Treaty (3 Jul 2007)

Bernard Durkan: Question 289: To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs the extent to which the recent EU summit is expected to reaffirm the European project; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19081/07]

Written Answers — Debt Relief: Debt Relief (3 Jul 2007)

Bernard Durkan: Question 285: To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs the extent to which international agreements in regard to debt write off to the poorer countries have been honoured following the various agreements in this regard in the past five years; if he will identify the areas as yet not delivered; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19077/07]

Written Answers — Overseas Development Aid: Overseas Development Aid (3 Jul 2007)

Bernard Durkan: Question 288: To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs the extent to which he expects to motivate the international community to address the ongoing issues in the Horn of Africa; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19080/07]

Written Answers — Overseas Development Aid: Overseas Development Aid (3 Jul 2007)

Bernard Durkan: Question 290: To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs his most recent proposals in the context of motivating the international community towards addressing the AIDS issue in Africa; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19082/07]

Written Answers — Diplomatic Relations: Diplomatic Relations (3 Jul 2007)

Bernard Durkan: Question 291: To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs the extent to which he can influence and improve relations between Russia and the European Union; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19083/07]

Written Answers — European Security and Defence Policy: European Security and Defence Policy (3 Jul 2007)

Bernard Durkan: Question 295: To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs if he is satisfied regarding the extent of Ireland's participation in European defence and security measures; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19087/07]

Written Answers — Human Rights Issues: Human Rights Issues (3 Jul 2007)

Bernard Durkan: Question 296: To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs the African countries wherein it is alleged that the most serious human rights abuses are taking place; the steps he has taken or proposes to take through the UN or EU with a view of addressing these issues; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19088/07]

Written Answers — Official Engagements: Official Engagements (3 Jul 2007)

Bernard Durkan: Question 602: To ask the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources the extent, nature and status of communications, discussions or exchange of views, he has had with groups or bodies under the aegis of his Department since his election to the 30th Dáil as a Minister; the outcome of such discussions and at whose volition these took place; and if he will make a statement on...

Written Answers — Official Engagements: Official Engagements (3 Jul 2007)

Bernard Durkan: Question 603: To ask the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources the extent to which he has had discussions with the various bodies, groups or agencies associated or involved with the Corrib gas field; the outcome of such discussions; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19074/07]

Written Answers — Official Engagements: Official Engagements (3 Jul 2007)

Bernard Durkan: Question 604: To ask the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources the degree to which he has had discussions, communications or an exchange of views with the service providers or others in the telecommunications field since his appointment as a Minister; the result of such discussions in the context of improved telecommunications, broadband availability and bringing this...

Order of Business (4 Jul 2007)

Bernard Durkan: Since the formulation of the programme for Government, there have been discussions with RTE in respect of the broadcasting Bill, with particular reference to amending the provisions relating to RTE. Will this be reflected in the Bill when published?

International Agreements: Motion. (4 Jul 2007)

Bernard Durkan: I am delighted to have the opportunity to say a few words on this subject. As time goes on, there are increasing signs that terrorism is beginning to become a serious issue in democratic countries in particular. Given their openness and freedom, democracies are more susceptible and vulnerable to terrorist acts than are those in which less freedom obtains. There is also the danger that to...

International Agreements: Motion. (4 Jul 2007)

Bernard Durkan: I believe it does. The specific intention is to allow for a debate of this nature.

International Agreements: Motion. (4 Jul 2007)

Bernard Durkan: Coming at this time, I believe the debate is meant to give an opportunity to those on this side of the House to inquire as to whether the same thinking exists as was the case one, two or three months ago. Members recognise fully there is a threat, that it applies across Europe and can come when it is least expected or suspected, as can be seen from recent events in the United Kingdom....

International Agreements: Motion. (4 Jul 2007)

Bernard Durkan: ——mea culpa again and again and withdraw from the scene duly penitent. We hope it does not rain too heavily on the poor critters because we would not like to see the current weather continue for too long as it would dampen their spirits. I realise that regulations of this nature are necessary, but I hope they will not be abused.

Waste Management: Motion (Resumed). (4 Jul 2007)

Bernard Durkan: Methinks they protest too much over there.

Waste Management: Motion (Resumed). (4 Jul 2007)

Bernard Durkan: Hear, hear.

Waste Management: Motion (Resumed). (4 Jul 2007)

Bernard Durkan: Fair play, well done. A massive edifice.

Waste Management: Motion (Resumed). (4 Jul 2007)

Bernard Durkan: Excellent stuff.

Waste Management: Motion (Resumed). (4 Jul 2007)

Bernard Durkan: And the incinerator site.