Results 1,461-1,480 of 5,034 for speaker:Billy Timmins

Written Answers — Social Welfare Benefits: Social Welfare Benefits (31 Jan 2007)

Billy Timmins: Question 1149: To ask the Minister for Social and Family Affairs the position in relation to rent allowance from the community welfare officer for a person (details supplied); if they will qualify for rent allowance when they return; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2823/07]

Written Answers — Services for People with Disabilities: Services for People with Disabilities (31 Jan 2007)

Billy Timmins: Question 1204: To ask the Minister for Transport the position regarding disabled persons parking discs for parents who have children with mild autism if they qualify for same; if not, if they can be put on the list; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2430/07]

Written Answers — Farm Inspections: Farm Inspections (31 Jan 2007)

Billy Timmins: Question 1313: To ask the Minister for Agriculture and Food the number of farmers and herd numbers in County Wicklow; the number of farm inspections that have taken place in the county since the single farm payment scheme was introduced; the way this level of inspection compares to the national level; the herd numbers by county; the number of farm inspections carried out by county since the...

Written Answers — Grant Payments: Grant Payments (31 Jan 2007)

Billy Timmins: Question 1372: To ask the Minister for Agriculture and Food the position in relation to a person (details supplied) in County Wexford who is waiting for their single farm payment; if same will be awarded; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [2072/07]

Written Answers — Schools Recognition: Schools Recognition (31 Jan 2007)

Billy Timmins: Question 1696: To ask the Minister for Education and Science the number of applications she has received seeking recognition for Gaelcholáistí since 1997; the order by date these were received; the number of these that have received official recognition; the order of same; if and when the remainder will receive recognition; the way the recognition order of merit was decided; and if she...

Written Answers — National Parks: National Parks (31 Jan 2007)

Billy Timmins: Question 1876: To ask the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government his plans to ensure State lands under his control are maintained in a manner similar to those maintained by farmers in the REP scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2436/07]

Defence Forces Equipment. (1 Feb 2007)

Billy Timmins: Question 1: To ask the Minister for Defence the radar capability of the Defence Forces; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3317/07]

Defence Forces Equipment. (1 Feb 2007)

Billy Timmins: I thank the Minister for his reply. It appears from his response that the radar capability of the Defence Forces is limited and mainly involves the anti-aircraft section of the artillery corps. It appears to me that the radar capability of detecting a terrorist threat, the importation of illegal drugs or any illegal activity is limited. I accept that some of these matters may come within...

Defence Forces Equipment. (1 Feb 2007)

Billy Timmins: It is my understanding that a primary radar system might not cost very much. Does the Minister agree that the hundreds of small airfields throughout the country are vulnerable? We are making it easier for people to bring illegal drugs into the country and we should have a primary radar system. Will the Minister examine this issue?

Commemorative Events. (1 Feb 2007)

Billy Timmins: Question 4: To ask the Minister for Defence the plans he has to commemorate the Easter Rising in 2007; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3318/07]

Commemorative Events. (1 Feb 2007)

Billy Timmins: Did the Minister say the ceremony will take place on Easter Sunday? Has he any idea of the numbers that may be involved? Does he foresee in the future a ceremony like the one that took place last year or would such an event have to wait until the centenary? I do not think he will be in his job for long enough but does he foresee a minor parade for the next few years?

Defence Forces Property. (1 Feb 2007)

Billy Timmins: Does the Minister agree that it is difficult for the Ministry of Defence to obtain funding at the Cabinet table? The sale of property is one way money can be found for reinvestment in refurbishing buildings and procuring equipment, which has happened in recent years. Much of the portfolio of lands listed by the Minister was sold undervalue. He probably will not be around much longer to do...

Defence Forces Property. (1 Feb 2007)

Billy Timmins: The Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform is in his JCB and wellingtons.

Defence Forces Reserve. (1 Feb 2007)

Billy Timmins: I agree with Deputy Costello, many of these people gave dedicated service and it would be a sign of the appreciation of the State if something could be given to them when they retire from the Reserve Defence Forces.

Departmental Bodies. (1 Feb 2007)

Billy Timmins: Question 9: To ask the Minister for Defence the recent improvements made to the military archive facility at Cathal Brugha Barracks, Dublin; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2761/07]

Departmental Bodies. (1 Feb 2007)

Billy Timmins: I welcome the Minister's commitment to go outside the military establishment to acquire the necessary expertise, if it is not available internally. This issue has been raised repeatedly and it is important that the staffing level would be increased. Heels are being dragged on the issue of finding a location. I appreciate it can be difficult but it is important that the site should be...

Defence Forces Equipment. (1 Feb 2007)

Billy Timmins: I am happy with the reply.

Defence Forces Inquiries. (1 Feb 2007)

Billy Timmins: I thank the Minister for commissioning the report and hope it will bring some conclusion to the Barrett family. I extend my sincere sympathies to Private Barrett's parents on the tragic death of their son.

Written Answers — Common Security and Defence Policy: Common Security and Defence Policy (1 Feb 2007)

Billy Timmins: Question 259: To ask the Minister for Defence the steps that have been taken to assist in Ireland's participation in the EU Battlegroup concept; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3319/07]

Written Answers — Prison Security: Prison Security (1 Feb 2007)

Billy Timmins: Question 39: To ask the Minister for Defence the role the Defence Forces have played in the operation of prisons since 1970, to include aid to civil power assistance and for operational and administrative responsibility; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2759/07]