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Issue of Writ: Kildare North By-election. (15 Feb 2005)

Bernard Durkan: I did not say that. We worked very well together. I was delighted to note that even at this late stage the Government recognised his talents and paid tribute to them because when he was ushered out of this hallowed hall and into other places, there were no voices of support from the Government side of the House. I got along very well with him but intend to get along even better with the next...

Issue of Writ: Kildare North By-election. (15 Feb 2005)

Bernard Durkan: Darren Scully, a young candidate running for election to the Dáil for the first time, has a great deal to offer and is a fine public speaker. Without any doubt he will be an excellent Dáil Deputy after the by-election. The by-election will give Government Deputies an opportunity to visit County Kildare which is a microcosm of the country, in particular the east of the country. They will see...

Issue of Writ: Kildare North By-election. (15 Feb 2005)

Bernard Durkan: We did.

Issue of Writ: Kildare North By-election. (15 Feb 2005)

Bernard Durkan: We will wait to see what the Members opposite have to say.

Issue of Writ: Meath By-election. (15 Feb 2005)

Bernard Durkan: It was a fast result all right.

Written Answers — Road Network: Road Network (15 Feb 2005)

Bernard Durkan: Question 119: To ask the Minister for Transport the extent to which the Dublin Port tunnel is capable of accommodating all types of trucks currently in use; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4725/05]

Written Answers — Transport Infrastructural Projects: Transport Infrastructural Projects (15 Feb 2005)

Bernard Durkan: Question 118: To ask the Minister for Transport the extent to which the various projects identified by his Department in the context of the national development plan are on time and within cost; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4726/05]

Written Answers — Private Sector Funding: Private Sector Funding (15 Feb 2005)

Bernard Durkan: Question 357: To ask the Minister for Transport the position in regard to the future of Aer Lingus; the discussions that have taken place with management or workforce; if any conclusions have been reached; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5064/05]

Written Answers — Departmental Expenditure: Departmental Expenditure (15 Feb 2005)

Bernard Durkan: Question 173: To ask the Taoiseach further to the reply of 27 January 2005 in respect of the use of credit cards in his Department, the total expenditure involved and the various transactions covered by credit card payment during the period in question; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4501/05]

Written Answers — Medical Cards: Medical Cards (15 Feb 2005)

Bernard Durkan: Question 237: To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Health and Children the reason a medical card has not issued to a person (details supplied) in County Kildare; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [4858/05]

Written Answers — Road Network: Road Network (15 Feb 2005)

Bernard Durkan: Question 355: To ask the Minister for Transport his plans to ensure that the port tunnel is capable of meeting the requirements of the modern transport fleet; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5061/05]

Written Answers — Light Rail Project: Light Rail Project (15 Feb 2005)

Bernard Durkan: Question 356: To ask the Minister for Transport the number of passengers carried daily on the Luas; the extent to which this has replaced motor cars; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5062/05]

Written Answers — Public Transport: Public Transport (15 Feb 2005)

Bernard Durkan: Question 358: To ask the Minister for Transport the action taken to address safety issues at bus stops with particular reference for the health and safety needs of passengers; if bus shelters are required arising any such evaluations; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5066/05]

Written Answers — Rail Services: Rail Services (15 Feb 2005)

Bernard Durkan: Question 359: To ask the Minister for Transport the extent to which the frequency of trains serving commuters in Celbridge and Sallins, County Kildare, can be increased, mornings and evenings; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5068/05]

Written Answers — Rail Services: Rail Services (15 Feb 2005)

Bernard Durkan: Question 361: To ask the Minister for Transport the extent to which the passenger carrying capacity of trains from Monasterevin, Kildare, Newbridge, Sallins and Hazelhatch to Dublin and [i]vice versa[/i] can be increased to facilitate the increased demands; and if he will address the potential health and safety risks arising from large numbers of passengers remaining standing on such...

Written Answers — Road Network: Road Network (15 Feb 2005)

Bernard Durkan: Question 540: To ask the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government the extent to which road or bridge realignments and improvements are likely to be approved by his Department in the current year, having regard to the various proposals submitted by the relevant authorities for his consideration; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5124/05]

Industrial Disputes. (16 Feb 2005)

Bernard Durkan: I thank the Ceann Comhairle for the opportunity to raise this issue. This issue began just a few weeks ago with a simple boardroom dispute which has now escalated. I do not want to get into the details of the dispute, but its escalation will have serious consequences for the ESB, its consumers, both industrial and domestic, and the economy. What may have seemed like a simple disagreement...

Written Answers — Garda Strength: Garda Strength (16 Feb 2005)

Bernard Durkan: Question 79: To ask the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform the extent to which the extra 2000 gardaí promised have been achieved to date; his future plans on the issue; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5057/05]

Written Answers — Garda Strength: Garda Strength (16 Feb 2005)

Bernard Durkan: Question 235: To ask the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform when the 2,000 extra gardaí promised will be on the streets; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5275/05]

Written Answers — Crime Levels: Crime Levels (16 Feb 2005)

Bernard Durkan: Question 100: To ask the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform the extent to which racketeering, protection and money laundering activities have been identified by his Department; the action taken arising therefrom; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5056/05]