Results 2,081-2,100 of 3,476 for speaker:Charlie O'Connor

Emergency Planning. (12 Dec 2007)

Charlie O'Connor: In considering the drafting of the handbook and the advertising, has the Minister taken account of the need to avoid causing panic among the public, not only in Tallaght but in Kerry, Kildare, Limerick, Wexford and throughout the country?

Written Answers — Human Rights Issues: Human Rights Issues (11 Dec 2007)

Charlie O'Connor: Question 389: To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs the action he is taking in response to worldwide concerns regarding human rights abuses in Zimbabwe; his contacts in the matter; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33220/07]

Written Answers — Middle East Peace Process: Middle East Peace Process (11 Dec 2007)

Charlie O'Connor: Question 390: To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs if he will report on contacts in the Middle East in respect of the ongoing quest for peace; the recent contacts in the matter; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33221/07]

Written Answers — Emigrant Support Services: Emigrant Support Services (11 Dec 2007)

Charlie O'Connor: Question 391: To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs the position regarding his Department's Irish abroad initiative; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33222/07]

Social Welfare Bill 2007: Second Stage (11 Dec 2007)

Charlie O'Connor: I wish to share time with Deputy John Cregan.

Social Welfare Bill 2007: Second Stage (11 Dec 2007)

Charlie O'Connor: I picked up a copy of the social inclusion report, Building an Inclusive Society, on my way to the Chamber, which would have put me in the mood for this debate if that had been necessary, which it was not. I compliment the Minister on that report. Reared as I was in my political work by my former colleague and Deputy, Mr. Chris Flood, I have always been keen to stress social inclusion...

Social Welfare Bill 2007: Second Stage (11 Dec 2007)

Charlie O'Connor: Carers play a critical role in ensuring that older persons, people with disabilities and those who are seriously ill can remain in their own homes for as long as possible. Supporting and recognising carers in society has been a priority of the Government since 1997. Over that period, weekly payment rates to carers have been greatly increased, qualifying conditions for the carer's allowance...

Financial Resolution No. 5: General (Resumed) (6 Dec 2007)

Charlie O'Connor: I wish Deputy Mansergh had not set me the challenge of trying to come up with a better analogy than that which he just used because I will not be able to do so. However, I must inform Deputy Bannon — I do not want to upset him in this regard — that the famous speech on the Tallaght strategy was actually made in Templeogue by that good man, Alan Dukes, who I always admired. I wonder if...

Financial Resolution No. 5: General (Resumed) (6 Dec 2007)

Charlie O'Connor: I was proud to listen to the contribution of the Minister for Finance, Deputy Cowen, when he introduced the budget. I applaud the Minister's efforts and I am glad he listened to people such as me. Deputy Michael Kennedy suggested that I am on the socialist wing of Fianna Fáil. I was not afraid to speak up for my beliefs on social inclusion policies at our parliamentary party meeting. I...

Financial Resolution No. 5: General (Resumed) (6 Dec 2007)

Charlie O'Connor: The Deputy without interruption.

Written Answers — Seanad Reform: Seanad Reform (5 Dec 2007)

Charlie O'Connor: Question 264: To ask the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government his plans for the reform of Seanad Éireann; if he will confirm if these proposals will allow graduates of the Institute of Technology Tallaght. [32767/07]

Competitiveness of the Economy: Motion (Resumed) (5 Dec 2007)

Charlie O'Connor: I call the Minister of State, Deputy Seán Haughey.

Competitiveness of the Economy: Motion (Resumed) (5 Dec 2007)

Charlie O'Connor: The Minister of State, without interruption.

Competitiveness of the Economy: Motion (Resumed) (5 Dec 2007)

Charlie O'Connor: Is that agreed? Agreed.

Competitiveness of the Economy: Motion (Resumed) (5 Dec 2007)

Charlie O'Connor: Is that agreed? Agreed.

Competitiveness of the Economy: Motion (Resumed) (5 Dec 2007)

Charlie O'Connor: The speaker, without interruption.

Competitiveness of the Economy: Motion (Resumed) (5 Dec 2007)

Charlie O'Connor: I call on Deputy English and assure him the Chair will remain consistent in protecting speakers from interruption.

Competitiveness of the Economy: Motion (Resumed) (5 Dec 2007)

Charlie O'Connor: Is that agreed? Agreed.

Competitiveness of the Economy: Motion (Resumed) (5 Dec 2007)

Charlie O'Connor: Both sides should allow Deputy English to speak without interruption.

Written Answers — Emigrant Support Services: Emigrant Support Services (4 Dec 2007)

Charlie O'Connor: Question 313: To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs if his attention has been drawn to the fact that the recent meeting of the British-Irish Inter-Parliamentary Body adopted a report on the Irish community in Britain (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32528/07]