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Competitiveness of the Economy: Motion (Resumed) (5 Dec 2007)

Charlie O'Connor: Is that agreed? Agreed.

Competitiveness of the Economy: Motion (Resumed) (5 Dec 2007)

Charlie O'Connor: Both sides should allow Deputy English to speak without interruption.

Competitiveness of the Economy: Motion (Resumed) (5 Dec 2007)

Charlie O'Connor: I call the Minister of State, Deputy Seán Haughey.

Competitiveness of the Economy: Motion (Resumed) (5 Dec 2007)

Charlie O'Connor: The Minister of State, without interruption.

Competitiveness of the Economy: Motion (Resumed) (5 Dec 2007)

Charlie O'Connor: Is that agreed? Agreed.

Written Answers — Seanad Reform: Seanad Reform (5 Dec 2007)

Charlie O'Connor: Question 264: To ask the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government his plans for the reform of Seanad Éireann; if he will confirm if these proposals will allow graduates of the Institute of Technology Tallaght. [32767/07]

Financial Resolution No. 5: General (Resumed) (6 Dec 2007)

Charlie O'Connor: The Deputy without interruption.

Financial Resolution No. 5: General (Resumed) (6 Dec 2007)

Charlie O'Connor: I wish Deputy Mansergh had not set me the challenge of trying to come up with a better analogy than that which he just used because I will not be able to do so. However, I must inform Deputy Bannon — I do not want to upset him in this regard — that the famous speech on the Tallaght strategy was actually made in Templeogue by that good man, Alan Dukes, who I always admired. I wonder if...

Financial Resolution No. 5: General (Resumed) (6 Dec 2007)

Charlie O'Connor: I was proud to listen to the contribution of the Minister for Finance, Deputy Cowen, when he introduced the budget. I applaud the Minister's efforts and I am glad he listened to people such as me. Deputy Michael Kennedy suggested that I am on the socialist wing of Fianna Fáil. I was not afraid to speak up for my beliefs on social inclusion policies at our parliamentary party meeting. I...

Social Welfare Bill 2007: Second Stage (11 Dec 2007)

Charlie O'Connor: I wish to share time with Deputy John Cregan.

Social Welfare Bill 2007: Second Stage (11 Dec 2007)

Charlie O'Connor: I picked up a copy of the social inclusion report, Building an Inclusive Society, on my way to the Chamber, which would have put me in the mood for this debate if that had been necessary, which it was not. I compliment the Minister on that report. Reared as I was in my political work by my former colleague and Deputy, Mr. Chris Flood, I have always been keen to stress social inclusion...

Social Welfare Bill 2007: Second Stage (11 Dec 2007)

Charlie O'Connor: Carers play a critical role in ensuring that older persons, people with disabilities and those who are seriously ill can remain in their own homes for as long as possible. Supporting and recognising carers in society has been a priority of the Government since 1997. Over that period, weekly payment rates to carers have been greatly increased, qualifying conditions for the carer's allowance...

Written Answers — Human Rights Issues: Human Rights Issues (11 Dec 2007)

Charlie O'Connor: Question 389: To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs the action he is taking in response to worldwide concerns regarding human rights abuses in Zimbabwe; his contacts in the matter; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33220/07]

Written Answers — Middle East Peace Process: Middle East Peace Process (11 Dec 2007)

Charlie O'Connor: Question 390: To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs if he will report on contacts in the Middle East in respect of the ongoing quest for peace; the recent contacts in the matter; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33221/07]

Written Answers — Emigrant Support Services: Emigrant Support Services (11 Dec 2007)

Charlie O'Connor: Question 391: To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs the position regarding his Department's Irish abroad initiative; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33222/07]

Emergency Planning. (12 Dec 2007)

Charlie O'Connor: Question 52: To ask the Minister for Defence his proposals as chairman of the Government's task force on emergency planning, for a public information campaign on emergency planning; the form the campaign will take; when it is proposed to run the campaign; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [34023/07]

Emergency Planning. (12 Dec 2007)

Charlie O'Connor: As the Minister knows there is no Army barracks in Tallaght but that does not stop me taking an interest in defence matters. I thank the Minister for his reply and note he mentioned distribution of a handbook.

Emergency Planning. (12 Dec 2007)

Charlie O'Connor: I am always happy to hear from Deputy Deenihan and it is kind of him to be here, along with the Labour Party spokesman on Defence, for my question.

Emergency Planning. (12 Dec 2007)

Charlie O'Connor: I am always happy to support Ministers.

Emergency Planning. (12 Dec 2007)

Charlie O'Connor: I will and I thank the Leas-Cheann Comhairle for his protection. What is the timeframe for this campaign and what preparatory work has been done by the Department? Can the Minister tell us what he hopes to achieve through this campaign? Will there be roles in it for other Departments?