Results 1,821-1,840 of 7,777 for speaker:Joe Costello
- Hearing Impairment Claims. (22 Jun 2006)
Joe Costello: I thank the Minister for that very helpful reply. Effectively, what has happened in those cases is that 145 people are claiming there was double payment, in other words, the fees were paid by the Department of Defence and then an extra payment was sought from the individual claimant. When the Department of Defence paid those legal fees, can the Minister clarify if it made any allowance for...
- Hearing Impairment Claims. (22 Jun 2006)
Joe Costello: It did provide expenses.
- Overseas Missions. (22 Jun 2006)
Joe Costello: This reflects the discussion we had earlier on Deputy Timmins's query about establishment. It is well covered in the new legislation. The Explanatory Memorandum states: Section 1 [of the Bill] amends the definition of "International United Nations Force", as provided for in the 1960 and 1993 Acts, to reflect the changes in the organisation and structure of forces deployed on Peace Support...
- Overseas Missions. (22 Jun 2006)
Joe Costello: We might as well not have this legislation if the Attorney General is so sure about it.
- Overseas Missions. (22 Jun 2006)
Joe Costello: I am speaking in relation to this matter.
- Overseas Missions. (22 Jun 2006)
Joe Costello: It is definitely precautionary legislation that is trying to close the loopholes.
- Defence Forces Awards. (22 Jun 2006)
Joe Costello: I extend my sympathy to the families of the four members of the Air Corps who died in such tragic circumstances. Will the Minister say why there should be a time limit as regards the awarding of posthumous honours to somebody? Yesterday was the 100th anniversary of the Dreyfus affair. Many years go by before certain matters can ever be resolved. I do not see that it serves any purpose. Would...
- Overseas Missions. (22 Jun 2006)
Joe Costello: At the moment, it does not seem that any Irish troops are serving abroad legally. My question was about the establishment of battle groups. The Minister is saying they will be authorised, rather than established, by the United Nations. How will the troops involved train and how will they be deployed for training outside this country if they have not been established by the UN? This raises...
- Overseas Missions. (22 Jun 2006)
Joe Costello: We will not get an opportunity to debate it.
- Overseas Missions. (22 Jun 2006)
Joe Costello: It is to be debated in the Seanad but it was tabled for the Dáil.
- Overseas Missions. (22 Jun 2006)
Joe Costello: I asked the Minister a number of questions but the Minister answered different questions.
- Overseas Missions. (22 Jun 2006)
Joe Costello: That is the key point. I am glad the Minister admitted that. We have one force established under UN mandate.
- Overseas Missions. (22 Jun 2006)
Joe Costello: We will not, that is the problem. The debate on the Bill will be guillotined.
- Overseas Missions. (22 Jun 2006)
Joe Costello: That is not our fault.
- Defence Forces Retirement. (22 Jun 2006)
Joe Costello: He did not get due process.
- Written Answers — National Emergency Plan: National Emergency Plan (22 Jun 2006)
Joe Costello: Question 12: To ask the Minister for Defence the role of the Defence Forces under the national emergency plan for nuclear accidents; the role of the Reserve Defence Forces in same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23727/06]
- Written Answers — Commemorative Events: Commemorative Events (22 Jun 2006)
Joe Costello: Question 36: To ask the Minister for Defence the number of surviving veterans of the War of Independence who rendered active service; if there is an intention to honour them in a special way on the 90th anniversary of the 1916 Rising; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23736/06]
- Requests to move Adjournment of Dáil under Standing Order 31. (27 Jun 2006)
Joe Costello: I seek the adjournment of the Dáil under Standing Order 31 to discuss a matter of national importance, namely, the need for the Government to ensure that adequate provision is made to protect members of the emergency services from unprovoked attacks when carrying out their work and that an awareness campaign is put in place to highlight the critical importance of these services to the community.
- Order of Business. (27 Jun 2006)
Joe Costello: What has happened to the Building Control Bill, which was introduced in 2005, because it appears to have died a death? Is it being progressed through the House?
- Order of Business. (27 Jun 2006)
Joe Costello: It has been awaiting Committee Stage for a long time. Will it ever be moved?