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European Council Meeting: Statements (1 Feb 2012)

Enda Kenny: I have always endorsed the IMF.

European Council Meeting: Statements (1 Feb 2012)

Enda Kenny: I have not spoken to George Soros and Joseph Stiglitz.

European Council Meeting: Statements (1 Feb 2012)

Enda Kenny: I was enthralled by it.

European Council Meeting: Statements (1 Feb 2012)

Enda Kenny: I will get back to the Deputy on that.

Written Answers — Diplomatic Representation: Diplomatic Representation (31 Jan 2012)

Enda Kenny: There are meetings of the European Council scheduled for 1-2 March, 28-29 June, 18-19 October and 13-14 December. Further meetings may be called at the discretion of the President of the European Council, Herman Van Rompuy.

Written Answers — Official Engagements: Official Engagements (31 Jan 2012)

Enda Kenny: I will be travelling to the United States on three occasions in February and March. I will travel to New York to participate in the Invest in Ireland round-table hosted by former President Bill Clinton on 9 February. This is the event which President Clinton undertook to organise when he attended the Global Irish Economic Forum which we held in Dublin Castle last October. I will return to...

Written Answers — Departmental Staff: Departmental Staff (31 Jan 2012)

Enda Kenny: My Private Secretary is a Higher Executive Officer (Higher Scale) and his salary is based on the relevant civil service pay scale which is as follows: €46,426, €47,730, €49,035, €50,347, €51,653, €53,532, €54,766, €56,007, €57,251. He is also in receipt of a Private Secretary Allowance and a Higher Duties Allowance as per civil service norms. The Secretary General of my...

Written Answers — Appointments to State Boards: Appointments to State Boards (31 Jan 2012)

Enda Kenny: The National Economic and Social Council (NESC) is an advisory Council which provides guidance to Government on strategic issues for Ireland's economic and social development. Details of the appointments I have made to the NESC since coming into office on 9 March, 2011 are set out in the accompanying table. The appointments were made in accordance with the provisions of the National Economic...

Written Answers — Departmental Staff: Departmental Staff (31 Jan 2012)

Enda Kenny: No retired public servants have been re-hired in an established position by my Department or the National Economic and Social Development Office, which is the only agency under the aegis of my Department. However, one person who previously retired from the Defence Forces is employed in an unestablished position by my Department. The employment contract of the person concerned will cease...

Order of Business (31 Jan 2012)

Enda Kenny: This is being handled in a serious manner by the Minister of State, Deputy Sherlock. Last week I stated to the House that in the EMI and Others v. UPC High Court judgment of 11 October 2010, Mr. Justice Charleton pointed out he was restrained by the wording of the Copyright and Related Rights Act 2000 and thus could not grant an injunction to prevent infringement of copyright against an...

Order of Business (31 Jan 2012)

Enda Kenny: -----required for a discussion on the proposed amendment, the Chief Whip will be able to facilitate that. It is a matter of serious import and the Minister of State is handling it in such a fashion.

Order of Business (31 Jan 2012)

Enda Kenny: I do not want to be setting up specialist committees for every matter. If Deputy Martin wants a more fundamental reflection, it can be done through discussion in the House. The Minister of State, Deputy Sherlock, is amenable to having a full and thorough analysis of this matter which can be done in the House. Extra time will be made available if required.

Order of Business (31 Jan 2012)

Enda Kenny: I would like to hear the reflections of the committee on European affairs first. If it were to consider such a move were appropriate, I would certainly give it consideration. The committee is a full Oireachtas committee of the House. It should have hearings on the intergovernmental agreement and the treaty to tease out the issues. This treaty is not as expansive as the Lisbon treaty which...

Order of Business (31 Jan 2012)

Enda Kenny: I do not have an actual timeline for this legislation. The Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government is pursuing the establishment of Irish Water as part of his responsibilities in the programme for Government. I cannot give an accurate date on when it will be published but it is a priority matter receiving the Minister's considerable attention. I will request he send...

Order of Business (31 Jan 2012)

Enda Kenny: When it arises, noise-related anti-social behaviour can be very provocative and upsetting for those affected. The Minister for Justice and Equality is keeping the public order Act under review. No date has been fixed for the publication of the noise Bill. From personal experience and having dealt with many constituents who suffered this problem, I am aware of how difficult this can be but...

Order of Business (31 Jan 2012)

Enda Kenny: The legislation in question will be published later this year. The Minister for Finance is taking an interest in how NAMA is proceeding. It has moved somewhat from its original difficulties. There is a perception that the matter needs to be looked at again, however. The Minister for Finance got expert opinion on NAMA's structure and how it might be facilitated to bring about faster...

Order of Business (31 Jan 2012)

Enda Kenny: The Minister for Finance is preparing the fiscal responsibility Bill. As the Deputy is aware, this was a commitment given by the Government prior to the intergovernmental treaty agreed yesterday in Brussels in respect of legislating for a debt brake. I should point out to him, as I did to other Members of his party, that the country is in a programme and no decision taken yesterday will...

Order of Business (31 Jan 2012)

Enda Kenny: Deputy Healy Rae will be aware of the difficulties that have arisen between the US Senate and Congress on this matter. Senator Schumer made a proposal to legislate on a facility for Irish emigrants to the US and discussions are ongoing between political representatives. It is my intention to hold discussions with the Irish movement for immigration reform when I have an opportunity to travel...

Order of Business (31 Jan 2012)

Enda Kenny: I suggest to Deputy Ó Cuív that he raise the matter in his own time if he wishes to do so.

Order of Business (31 Jan 2012)

Enda Kenny: I understand the Bill will be available this session.