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Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Teagasc Courses (22 Nov 2016)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: 492. To ask the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine the reason for the waiting list of more than 600 students awaiting certification at a college (details supplied); the steps he is taking to ensure that Teagasc is enabled to deal with this backlog and is in a position to provide a comprehensive syllabus in 2017 and thereafter; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35807/16]

Written Answers — Department of Children and Youth Affairs: Family Resource Centres (22 Nov 2016)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: 572. To ask the Minister for Children and Youth Affairs if there is anticipated to be an underspend in her department in 2016; if so, if she will consider the needs of the family resource centres and their wide range of programmes directed at children and families, as an appropriate area to absorb any surplus funding that may not yet be utilised or likely to be utilised before the end of...

Finance Bill 2016: Report Stage (Resumed) and Final Stage (23 Nov 2016)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: As Deputy Pearse Doherty is unavailable, with the permission of the House, I seek leave to move amendment No. 26.

Finance Bill 2016: Report Stage (Resumed) and Final Stage (23 Nov 2016)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: I move amendment No. 26:In page 27, between lines 24 and 25, to insert the following:"14.The Minister shall, within six months from the passing of this Act, prepare and lay before Dáil Éireann a report on options available to restrict banks from carrying forward losses against taxable profits of the banks, which could result in many institutions paying no tax for the foreseeable...

Topical Issue Debate: Services for People with Disabilities (24 Nov 2016)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: The crisis in the health system and in this instance in the provision of disability services trundles on. It is widely recognised that early intervention is of critical importance when it comes to improving outcomes for children with disabilities but despite the recognition of such a need, the HSE is failing to ensure that young disabled children receive the earliest possible interventions...

Topical Issue Debate: Services for People with Disabilities (24 Nov 2016)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: I thank the Minister of State for taking this matter. I am deeply concerned by the reply I have received. The Minister of State has reaffirmed the very points I made in my opening contribution. She cites the HSE is currently engaged in a reconfiguration of existing therapy resources. She says the objective of the new model of assessment and intervention is to provide one clear referral...

Order of Business (29 Nov 2016)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: I have a question. In the first draft of the Order of Business from the Business Committee I note that it was intended to have statements in the House today on the death of Mr. Fidel Castro, the former President of Cuba, but that has been deleted. Today is the day for recognising the contribution of Mr. Castro not only to the development of Cuba and its people but also internationally on...

Order of Business (29 Nov 2016)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: I think it is appropriate that the House records its sympathy to the people of Cuba, the ambassador, Hermes Herrera, and the President of Cuba, whose brother, the former President, has died. It was the intention of the Business Committee.

Order of Business (29 Nov 2016)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: I would like an explanation as to why it was-----

Order of Business (29 Nov 2016)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: The House should agree to proceed with what was clearly initially intended.

Order of Business (29 Nov 2016)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: What was proposed?

Order of Business (29 Nov 2016)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: With respect, I have suggested that the House would consider this proposal because clearly, and Members will have a copy of the Business Committee's proposal, it was decided and it has since been deleted. I propose-----

Order of Business (29 Nov 2016)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: Certainly. I do believe-----

Order of Business (29 Nov 2016)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: I believe that contributions on the death of Fidel Castro, who was a figure of major international importance and a friend of Ireland, and irrespective of the opinions of Members-----

Order of Business (29 Nov 2016)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: Rather than divide the House, I am willing to accept that the Business Committee will reconsider the proposition and I hope it would strongly take on board my commendation. I am sure the view is reflected by many in this House that the death of Fidel Castro should be appropriately recorded in this House.

Questions on Proposed Legislation (29 Nov 2016)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: More than 1,000 people in direct provision centres across this State will receive their Christmas bonuses this week - I say that with tongue in cheek to some degree. It will amount to €16.23 for adults and €13.26 for children. 3 o’clock Given that adults only receive €19.10 per week and children receive €15.60 per week, it is clear that all of these...

Death of Former Member: Expressions of Sympathy (29 Nov 2016)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: Ar mo shon féin agus ar son pháirtí Shinn Féin, ba mhaith liom comhbhrón a dhéanamh le mic agus iníonacha iar-Thánaiste agus iar-Theachta Peter Barry, a bhfuair bás i mí Lúnasa. On my behalf and on behalf of Sinn Féin I want to extend sincere sympathy to the family and loved ones of the former Tánaiste and Member of this House,...

Ceisteanna - Questions: National Risk Assessment (29 Nov 2016)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: I would like to begin by welcoming the First Minister of Scotland, Nicola Sturgeon, who addressed the Upper House earlier today. In my opinion, her visit underlines the importance of the connections between Scotland and the island of Ireland. The national risk assessment paper identifies Brexit as one of five major risks facing the State in the time ahead. Each day brings new information...

Ceisteanna - Questions: National Risk Assessment (29 Nov 2016)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: Will the Taoiseach answer the question about the Common Fisheries Policy and Brexit? He did not discuss that.

Ceisteanna - Questions: Ministerial Advisers (29 Nov 2016)

Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin: I acknowledge the Taoiseach's response in terms of his own Department but I want to ask about the appointment of special advisers across Government. Deputy Howlin has referred to one. It was reported recently that the Minister of State at the Office of Public Works, OPW, Teachta Canney and the Minister of State with responsibility for training, skills and innovation, Teachta Halligan, made...