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Order of Business (26 Nov 2008)

Brian Cowen: If people wanted to engage in realistic arrangements which would be far more sensible I would always be open to them, but the prospect of getting agreement has never been great.

Order of Business (26 Nov 2008)

Brian Cowen: As I said yesterday morning, that Bill is expected next year.

Order of Business (26 Nov 2008)

Brian Cowen: No.

Order of Business (26 Nov 2008)

Brian Cowen: The heads are not agreed.

Order of Business (26 Nov 2008)

Brian Cowen: The draft heads of the Bill are in preparation.

Order of Business (26 Nov 2008)

Brian Cowen: The statement to which the Deputy refers mentioned that we would undertake to introduce proposals consistent with EU law. I refer the Deputy to the statement made on the day.

Order of Business (26 Nov 2008)

Brian Cowen: I said I refer the Deputy to the statement on the day.

Order of Business (26 Nov 2008)

Brian Cowen: What it means is what it says.

Order of Business (26 Nov 2008)

Brian Cowen: It means what it says.

Order of Business (26 Nov 2008)

Brian Cowen: I understand the Bill is planned for next year but the heads are still to be confirmed.

Order of Business (26 Nov 2008)

Brian Cowen: I have already answered the question about medical cards.

Order of Business (26 Nov 2008)

Brian Cowen: The Government would have to consider it, approve it, publish it and bring it to the House. It is normal procedure.

Order of Business (26 Nov 2008)

Brian Cowen: As I said, we look into these matters on a continuing basis.

Order of Business (26 Nov 2008)

Brian Cowen: I understand that the proposed mental capacity Bill cannot be introduced any sooner than mid-2009, unfortunately. The process of consultation on the proposed animal welfare Bill was completed earlier this autumn. The submissions that were received are being examined before we go any further with the matter. The possibility of a debate on the CAP health check is a matter for the Whips.

Agreements with Members. (2 Dec 2008)

Brian Cowen: I propose to take Questions Nos. 1 to 6, inclusive, together. These are political agreements that my predecessor entered into as leader of the Fianna Fáil Party with individual Independent Deputies. I have confirmed to those Deputies concerned that I will continue to implement those agreements. The House is aware such agreements have existed for over 11 years. The House is also aware of...

Agreements with Members. (2 Dec 2008)

Brian Cowen: As I outlined in my initial reply, Deputy Finian McGrath has withdrawn from the agreement on the basis that he can no longer formally offer support to the Government.

Agreements with Members. (2 Dec 2008)

Brian Cowen: It is not being worked through on the basis of his own decision to withdraw support from the Government.

Agreements with Members. (2 Dec 2008)

Brian Cowen: That was the basis on which it was provided. I am sure he will continue to make representations and seek to obtain benefits for his constituency as he is entitled to, like any other Member. There is a liaison arrangement, as I have said, with the Chief Whip, who is assisted by a person from my office in dealing with other Independents who support the Government, and they meet from time to...

Agreements with Members. (2 Dec 2008)

Brian Cowen: As I stated in both my original reply and the supplementary, there is a liaison arrangement so the Chief Whip, as he would with Members from all parties, has ongoing contact with regard to the business of the House and any other issues arising that would be of interest to the people who support the Government. The arrangements and contacts are informal and could take the form of a meeting,...

Agreements with Members. (2 Dec 2008)

Brian Cowen: In his dealings, the Chief Whip extends courtesy to all Members. Those who support the Government get his particular attention.