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OECD Report on Public Service Reform: Statements (20 May 2008)

Martin Mansergh: The Deputy should give me a chance.

OECD Report on Public Service Reform: Statements (20 May 2008)

Martin Mansergh: I am glad that I approved the replies to the first two of Deputy Ring's parliamentary questions before coming to this debate.

Written Answers — Flood Relief: Flood Relief (15 May 2008)

Martin Mansergh: The Commissioners of Public Works have not received a request for payment of the money in question, which is a contribution towards the cost of works proposed to be undertaken by the River Suck Joint Drainage District Committee. The work which is the subject of the contribution has not been undertaken as far as the Commissioners are aware and the conditions attaching to the making of a...

Written Answers — Site Acquisitions: Site Acquisitions (15 May 2008)

Martin Mansergh: The Office of Public Works in Ireland act as agents for the Department of Education & Science in the acquisition of sites for schools and solely on their instruction. The Office of Public Works does not have any authority to acquire sites for schools by Compulsory Purchase Order. Questions Nos. 54 and 55 answered with Question No. 50.

Irish Economy: Motion (13 May 2008)

Martin Mansergh: There is no denying that our fiscal position has weakened from that envisaged at budget time with tax revenue some €736 million behind what was expected at the end of April. However, it is important to note that income tax and corporation tax are broadly in line with expectations and, as such, are good indicators of the economy. It is important, however, to point out that the current...

Irish Economy: Motion (13 May 2008)

Martin Mansergh: What is remarkable is how long it was sustained. None of us had the hubris to believe that the economic cycle would be abolished. Sooner or later, we were bound to encounter factors leading to a downturn. Deputy Ó Caoláin spoke of the multinational companies in a somewhat deprecating manner. Many of the multinationals in this country have shown a very substantial commitment over quite a...

Irish Economy: Motion (13 May 2008)

Martin Mansergh: I am listening with respect.

Irish Economy: Motion (13 May 2008)

Martin Mansergh: I use it, it is excellent.

Nomination of Comptroller and Auditor General: Motion. (13 May 2008)

Martin Mansergh: I thank the Acting Chairman. I also thank Members for their kind remarks and contributing to the debate. Every Member paid tribute to the outgoing Comptroller and Auditor General and spoke highly of him. I would like to be associated with their remarks in paying tribute to Mr. Purcell who has played a defining role. The Office of the Comptroller and Auditor General has an outstanding...

Irish Economy: Motion (13 May 2008)

Martin Mansergh: I move amendment No. 1: To delete all words after "Dáil Éireann" and substitute the following: "—welcomes the Government's firm commitment to position the economy for sustainable development over the years ahead, while adapting to the reality of more moderate growth in the future; welcomes the Government's commitment to improving national competitiveness, as demonstrated by its...

Irish Economy: Motion (13 May 2008)

Martin Mansergh: The north side has had many improvements in infrastructure.

Irish Economy: Motion (13 May 2008)

Martin Mansergh: I presume Deputy Burton is familiar with the metro north plans and the Luas extensions that will be on the north side.

Irish Economy: Motion (13 May 2008)

Martin Mansergh: I am delighted to have interruptions from my good friend, Deputy Burton.

Irish Economy: Motion (13 May 2008)

Martin Mansergh: Spending on human and physical capital under the national development plan will help boost the productive capacity of the economy, remove critical infrastructural bottlenecks and facilitate the re-positioning of the economy in the production of knowledge-intensive goods and services. This is how we will become an even more knowledge-based economy and lay the foundations for future...

Irish Economy: Motion (13 May 2008)

Martin Mansergh: The train goes through Drumcondra in north Dublin. Maynooth is the destination.

Irish Economy: Motion (13 May 2008)

Martin Mansergh: Does the route to Maynooth go through north Dublin or not? If Deputy Burton does not use it frequently, she could consult a map.

Irish Economy: Motion (13 May 2008)

Martin Mansergh: That is also true of the DART.

Irish Economy: Motion (13 May 2008)

Martin Mansergh: I use a lot of public transport and know exactly the conditions at different times of day. I suspect I use trains and buses more often than you, Deputy Burton.

Irish Economy: Motion (13 May 2008)

Martin Mansergh: There is no denying that our fiscal position has weakened from that envisaged at budget time——

Irish Economy: Motion (13 May 2008)

Martin Mansergh: There have been many improvements——