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Written Answers — Foreign Conflicts: Foreign Conflicts (1 Mar 2006)

Finian McGrath: Question 245: To ask the Minister for Defence the reason the Army's version of events has been seriously challenged, not least by a new book entitled The Irish Army in the Congo 1960-1964: The Far Battalions; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8567/06]

Requests to move Adjournment of Dáil under Standing Order 31. (2 Mar 2006)

Finian McGrath: I seek the adjournment of the Dáil under Standing Order 31 to discuss a matter of national importance and concern, namely, the urgent need to assist the families of the Stardust fire tragedy in Artane on St. Valentine's Day, 1981; the need to hold a fresh inquiry into this terrible fire; and the need for all Members of the Oireachtas to support the march in Drumcondra next Saturday and to...

Requests to move Adjournment of Dáil under Standing Order 31. (2 Mar 2006)

Finian McGrath: Inside information on the dogs.

Building Control Bill 2005: Second Stage (Resumed). (2 Mar 2006)

Finian McGrath: What about Frank Dunlop?

Building Control Bill 2005: Second Stage (Resumed). (2 Mar 2006)

Finian McGrath: I welcome the opportunity to participate in the debate on the Building Control Bill 2005. This discussion is both very important and very relevant to the times in which we live. We talk about development, planning apartments, and densities in urban areas in particular. Before I go into the details, we should seriously examine the role of developers, pointing out to them that they have duties...

Building Control Bill 2005: Second Stage (Resumed). (2 Mar 2006)

Finian McGrath: These activities took place in the past and that reality must be faced. Turning a blind eye to corruption and sleaze should never be an option in public life. People seek honesty, decency and fair play in politics. On the subject of planning and development, I wish to discuss the tragic situation in my constituency, where recently the Silver Swan public house on Kilmore Road, Artane was...

Building Control Bill 2005: Second Stage (Resumed). (2 Mar 2006)

Finian McGrath: I will highlight these issues in the residents' interests. I welcome the opportunity to discuss this legislation. Developers have responsibilities and citizens have rights and I urge Members to listen to this argument.

Written Answers — Special Educational Needs: Special Educational Needs (2 Mar 2006)

Finian McGrath: Question 230: To ask the Minister for Education and Science if she will support a group of northside parents of autistic children currently awaiting a decision on approval for a specialised school entitled Acorn Aba; and if this will be made a priority issue. [8661/06]

EU Summits. (7 Mar 2006)

Finian McGrath: He is a socialist.

Written Answers — Hospital Services: Hospital Services (7 Mar 2006)

Finian McGrath: Question 183: To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Health and Children if assistance will be given to a person (details supplied) in Dublin 5; and if she will ensure that a patient is never again allowed to leave a hospital without the proper equipment. [8886/06]

Written Answers — Services for People with Disabilities: Services for People with Disabilities (7 Mar 2006)

Finian McGrath: Question 184: To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Health and Children if she will work with a person (details supplied) on important issues relating to people with disabilities and the Lucan disability action group; and if they will be given the maximum advice, support and assistance. [8888/06]

Written Answers — Health Services: Health Services (7 Mar 2006)

Finian McGrath: Question 193: To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Health and Children if the maximum support and assistance will be given to a person (details supplied) and their family; if all elderly patients with dementia will be dealt with properly; and if the proper resources and services will be provided to this person. [8943/06]

Written Answers — Health Services: Health Services (7 Mar 2006)

Finian McGrath: Question 227: To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Health and Children why nothing has been done for a person (details supplied) who is on a waiting list; and if she will work closely with the family on this issue. [9092/06]

Written Answers — Illegal Immigrants: Illegal Immigrants (7 Mar 2006)

Finian McGrath: Question 298: To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs if he will raise the issue of the Kennedy-McCain Bill and the undocumented Irish with the President of the USA, Mr. George W. Bush, on 17 March 2006. [8891/06]

Written Answers — Garda Operations: Garda Operations (7 Mar 2006)

Finian McGrath: Question 460: To ask the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform if a safety and security plan will be put in place for an area (details supplied) in Dublin 5 as anti-social problems are emerging; and if he will work with Dublin City Council on the style for the area. [8957/06]

Written Answers — Outdoor Events: Outdoor Events (7 Mar 2006)

Finian McGrath: Question 472: To ask the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform if he will ensure the maximum safety and security for football fans and local residents at the next Shelbourne [i]v.[/i] Linfield match in the Setanta Cup at Tolka Park, Richmond Road, Dublin; and if he will be vigilant on potential sectarian clashes. [9263/06]

Written Answers — Higher Education Grants: Higher Education Grants (7 Mar 2006)

Finian McGrath: Question 499: To ask the Minister for Education and Science the position in relation to the Marino Institute of Education; if public funding is being paid into a private organisation which cannot be subject to Freedom of Information; if so, the position regarding same; if her Department's annual capitation funding for primary teacher training is being used for that purpose alone; the checks...

Written Answers — Higher Education Grants: Higher Education Grants (7 Mar 2006)

Finian McGrath: Question 531: To ask the Minister for Education and Science where the funds came from in the settlement with the former president at Coláiste Mhuire, Marino; and the details of same. [9091/06]

Whistleblowers Protection Bill 1999: Motion (Resumed). (8 Mar 2006)

Finian McGrath: I am grateful for the opportunity to speak in this important debate on the Whistleblowers Protection Bill and the need for comprehensive statutory protection for employees and others who blow the whistle on significant, illegal and unacceptable practices. Before I go into the details of the legislation, I will say that perhaps we should have a debate on the brass neck Bill for all the...

Written Answers — Services for People with Disabilities: Services for People with Disabilities (8 Mar 2006)

Finian McGrath: Question 121: To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Health and Children the position regarding practical proposals to assist a person (details supplied) in Dublin 9 with a disability; and if she will work with the family in relation to finding them a job. [9717/06]