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Order of Business (30 Jan 2008)

Bernard Durkan: That is reassuring.

Order of Business (30 Jan 2008)

Bernard Durkan: The Members of this House who represent the Kildare North and Kildare South constituencies met representatives of the pharmacists at a constructive meeting last evening. It emerged at the meeting that the long and drawn-out nature of the dispute between the HSE and the pharmacists will have a negative impact on patients and the general public, unfortunately, as time progresses. Does the...

Order of Business (30 Jan 2008)

Bernard Durkan: There are no discussions taking place. The HSE is not willing to talk.

Written Answers — Economic Growth: Economic Growth (30 Jan 2008)

Bernard Durkan: Question 260: To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance if he is satisfied that the economic indicators to date in 2008 are in accord with the projections at the time of Budget 2008; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2753/08]

Written Answers — Decentralisation Programme: Decentralisation Programme (30 Jan 2008)

Bernard Durkan: Question 149: To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance the extent to which the targets set in the programme for decentralisation have been achieved to date; when he expects all the targets to be achieved; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2335/08]

Written Answers — Decentralisation Programme: Decentralisation Programme (30 Jan 2008)

Bernard Durkan: Question 263: To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance the action being taken to achieve the targets set in the Government's decentralisation programme; the cost of the programme to date; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2756/08]

Written Answers — Decentralisation Programme: Decentralisation Programme (30 Jan 2008)

Bernard Durkan: Question 264: To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance when it is expected that all of the targets set in the Government's decentralisation programme will be met; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2757/08]

Written Answers — Decentralisation Programme: Decentralisation Programme (30 Jan 2008)

Bernard Durkan: Question 265: To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance the locations which have been unsuccessful to date in attracting civil servants under the decentralisation programme; his plans to achieve the full compliment in respect of such areas; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2758/08]

Written Answers — Economic Growth: Economic Growth (30 Jan 2008)

Bernard Durkan: Question 153: To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance if he is satisfied that the targets identified at Budget 2008 in respect of economic growth and inflation throughout 2008 are expected to be achieved in each quarter; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2336/08]

Written Answers — Disabled Drivers: Disabled Drivers (30 Jan 2008)

Bernard Durkan: Question 224: To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance if vehicle registration tax relief or assistance towards a specially adapted car can or will be offered to a person (details supplied) in County Kildare; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1637/08]

Written Answers — Architectural Heritage: Architectural Heritage (30 Jan 2008)

Bernard Durkan: Question 255: To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance if he, through the Office of Public Works directly or in conjunction with other relevant Departments have given thought to the possibility of the leasing or outright purchase of Donadea Castle and Forest Park from Coillte with a view to restoration of the castle and ancillary buildings before they deteriorate beyond repair and with...

Written Answers — Fiscal Policy: Fiscal Policy (30 Jan 2008)

Bernard Durkan: Question 256: To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance the extent to which the national debt is expected to be affected by internal or external events in 2008; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2749/08]

Written Answers — Tax Yield: Tax Yield (30 Jan 2008)

Bernard Durkan: Question 257: To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance if he is satisfied that tax returns anticipated at the time of Budget 2008 are expected to remain on target; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2750/08]

Written Answers — Banking Sector Regulation: Banking Sector Regulation (30 Jan 2008)

Bernard Durkan: Question 258: To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance if he is satisfied with regard to the adequacy of measures to prevent fraud in the banking system; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2751/08]

Written Answers — Industrial Development: Industrial Development (30 Jan 2008)

Bernard Durkan: Question 259: To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance if he is satisfied that the economy continues to be attractive to encourage foreign inward investment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2752/08]

Written Answers — Economic Competitiveness: Economic Competitiveness (30 Jan 2008)

Bernard Durkan: Question 261: To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance the steps he will take to ensure that the economy is capable of competing with others in the marketplace; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2754/08]

Written Answers — Economic Competitiveness: Economic Competitiveness (30 Jan 2008)

Bernard Durkan: Question 262: To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance the extent to which hidden inflationary costs are affecting the economy; the action taken or proposed to address these issues; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2755/08]

Written Answers — Health Services: Health Services (30 Jan 2008)

Bernard Durkan: Question 270: To ask the Minister for Health and Children when foster allowance will be awarded to a person (details supplied) in County Kildare; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [1565/08]

Written Answers — Hospital Services: Hospital Services (30 Jan 2008)

Bernard Durkan: Question 357: To ask the Minister for Health and Children if she will give a commitment for the provision of single rooms for cystic fibrosis patients to reduce risk of cross infection; if and when such facilities may be available; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [1546/08]

Written Answers — Hospital Services: Hospital Services (30 Jan 2008)

Bernard Durkan: Question 375: To ask the Minister for Health and Children the full extent of accommodation and facilities available on a county basis for patients and sufferers of cystic fibrosis; her plans to improve or extend this service; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [1622/08]