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Order of Business (1 Apr 2009)

Tom Hayes: People are frightened and concerned that nothing is being done.

Order of Business (1 Apr 2009)

Tom Hayes: I want to know whether legislation will be introduced to at least——

Housing (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2008 [Seanad]: Second Stage (Resumed) (1 Apr 2009)

Tom Hayes: I thank Deputy Deasy for sharing time. We have a wealth of knowledge in this area to help us to deal with the housing situation and the difficulties presented by any Bill which comes before the House. We come to the House with a great level of knowledge, having spent a good deal of time in local authorities in our constituencies. Dealing with housing issues is not a weekly but a daily...

Housing (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2008 [Seanad]: Second Stage (Resumed) (1 Apr 2009)

Tom Hayes: I mentioned it, but I refer to every organisation, including ladies' football and camogie among a wide array of sports. A considerable amount of activity is required. People need more pride in the areas in which they live, since much leadership could come from it. Some months ago, I attended a presentation in my constituency at which various groups won prizes for keeping their estates well....

Written Answers — Redundancy Payments: Redundancy Payments (1 Apr 2009)

Tom Hayes: Question 86: To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment the waiting period for rebate of 60% of statutory redundancy for employers at present; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [13570/09]

Written Answers — Departmental Programmes: Departmental Programmes (1 Apr 2009)

Tom Hayes: Question 107: To ask the Minister for Health and Children the position regarding a project (details supplied) in County Tipperary whose approved RAPID funding for 2008 for community projects in respect of older people has been frozen and which has expended money and agreed a contract with a service provider which is legally binding; if she will clarify how this can be taken into account; and...

Written Answers — Departmental Programmes: Departmental Programmes (1 Apr 2009)

Tom Hayes: Question 117: To ask the Minister for Health and Children the position regarding a project (details supplied) in County Tipperary which has had its health leverage funding, approved for 2008, frozen and which has expended money and agreed a contract with a service provider which is legally binding; if she will clarify how this can be taken into account. [13731/09]

Written Answers — Garda Investigations: Garda Investigations (1 Apr 2009)

Tom Hayes: Question 128: To ask the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform when the report from the investigation of the Garda into the events in Tipperary town on St. Patrick's Day 2009 will be published. [13708/09]

Requests to move Adjournment of Dáil under Standing Order 32 (2 Apr 2009)

Tom Hayes: That is unfair treatment.

Written Answers — Health Service Staff: Health Service Staff (2 Apr 2009)

Tom Hayes: Question 97: To ask the Minister for Health and Children if the adult respiratory consultant post, the paediatric consultant post and the nursing posts at Limerick regional hospital for cystic fibrosis patients will be recruited and hired in view of the statement (details supplied) regarding freezing recruitment in the public service; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [13914/09]

Written Answers — Grant Payments: Grant Payments (2 Apr 2009)

Tom Hayes: Question 179: To ask the Minister for Community, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs when a decision will be made regarding the school outdoor playing facilities enhancement scheme in respect of a school (details supplied) in County Tipperary. [13862/09]

Supplementary Budget Statement 2009 (7 Apr 2009)

Tom Hayes: Is that not amazing?

Written Answers — Redundancy Payments: Redundancy Payments (7 Apr 2009)

Tom Hayes: Question 16: To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment when a redundancy payment will be made in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Tipperary. [14163/09]

Financial Resolution No. 11: General (Resumed). (8 Apr 2009)

Tom Hayes: Was the Minister not in those shoes at one time?

Financial Resolution No. 11: General (Resumed). (8 Apr 2009)

Tom Hayes: It is the taxpayer who counts.

Financial Resolution No. 11: General (Resumed). (8 Apr 2009)

Tom Hayes: I am thankful for the opportunity to say a few words on this very important budget. People were calling in recent months for tough measures to be taken and an enormous range of options were discussed in terms of what might happen. People were softened up, perhaps, for what was read out here in the Dáil yesterday. We can, at least, welcome the fact that the carer's allowance is untouched...

Cystic Fibrosis: Motion (9 Apr 2009)

Tom Hayes: I wish to share my time with Deputy Finian McGrath and Pat Breen.

Cystic Fibrosis: Motion (9 Apr 2009)

Tom Hayes: I commend Deputy Reilly on allowing us the opportunity to contribute to this important debate. A lot has been done in regard to cystic fibrosis since the Cystic Fibrosis Association of Ireland began lobbying public representatives. Parliamentary questions were asked on the issue and it was discussed on the floor of this House. However, while some of those concerned have seen improvements...

Horse and Greyhound Racing Fund Regulations 2009: Motion (9 Apr 2009)

Tom Hayes: I certainly do. I did not realise-----

Horse and Greyhound Racing Fund Regulations 2009: Motion (9 Apr 2009)

Tom Hayes: -----there was time available on this topic. I am pleased to have the opportunity to say a few words on this very important issue. The Minister mentioned the south east where the industry is a significant employer. Nationally, over 30,000 people are employed in the horse business, from animal and foal production to the maintenance and breaking of animals, racing and all aspects of the...