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Task Force on the Physical Sciences. (26 Apr 2005)

Finian McGrath: Is the Minister satisfied there is enough investment in science at primary level? Is training for teachers and those directly involved up to international standards? There is a lack of resources to teach science at primary level. Some schools do not have the necessary space or facilities to teach science subjects effectively. Gaelscoil Colmcille in Whitehall in my constituency uses a football...

Task Force on the Physical Sciences. (26 Apr 2005)

Finian McGrath: How did the Minister get on?

School Completion Programme. (26 Apr 2005)

Finian McGrath: The Minister's primary concerns at the beginning of her ministry were the areas of disadvantage and special needs. Has there been a drift away from that focus, particularly when there is much talk about private schools lately and about the third level debate? Has the Minister changed her focus on the areas of disadvantage and special needs? Does she have any long-term plan for pre-school...

Leaders' Questions. (26 Apr 2005)

Finian McGrath: More hot air.

Irish Language. (26 Apr 2005)

Finian McGrath: We need more men.

Recycling Policy. (26 Apr 2005)

Finian McGrath: There is a great deal of work going on there.

Written Answers — Health Services: Health Services (21 Apr 2005)

Finian McGrath: Question 59: To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Health and Children the reason a person (details supplied) in Dublin 11 does not qualify for pre-school and other supports; if children with autism and low functioning difficulties are being excluded; and if resources will be provided immediately. [12577/05]

Written Answers — Health Services: Health Services (21 Apr 2005)

Finian McGrath: Question 60: To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Health and Children if a centre (details supplied) is providing proper services for children with autism and low functioning difficulties; and the resource problems for families with disabilities. [12578/05]

Written Answers — Services for People with Disabilities: Services for People with Disabilities (21 Apr 2005)

Finian McGrath: Question 65: To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Health and Children if the maximum advice and support, including financial support, will be given to persons (details supplied) in Dublin 5 as entitlements for their child with a disability. [12624/05]

Written Answers — Bullying in the Workplace: Bullying in the Workplace (21 Apr 2005)

Finian McGrath: Question 137: To ask the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment the position regarding violence against workers in their employment; his strategies to deal with violence, intimidation and bullying in the workplace; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12563/05]

Written Answers — Special Educational Needs: Special Educational Needs (21 Apr 2005)

Finian McGrath: Question 216: To ask the Minister for Education and Science if urgent assistance will be given to a person (details supplied) in Dublin 5 to obtain a pre-school place and also to secure a school place soon; and the reason for the delay in granting services. [12579/05]

Written Answers — Special Educational Needs: Special Educational Needs (21 Apr 2005)

Finian McGrath: Question 222: To ask the Minister for Education and Science if a person (details supplied) in Dublin 17 will be granted a one to one tutor; and if the school will receive the maximum support. [12596/05]

Common Foreign and Security Policy. (21 Apr 2005)

Finian McGrath: With regard to the debate on European Union security studies, the issue of common defence and the EU security policy, the concern is that we are moving in a direction with which the vast majority of Irish people are unhappy. They particularly do not wish to share a nuclear power position in the context of international foreign policy but believe they are gradually being brought down that...

Common Foreign and Security Policy. (21 Apr 2005)

Finian McGrath: The Minister stayed silent on Shannon Airport.

Military Escorts. (21 Apr 2005)

Finian McGrath: People are concerned that much of the money taken in the robbery in Artane will be invested in drugs. Does the Minister share those concerns? Does the Minister share my concern that there was a lack of professionalism from the security company and the banks, as well as a lack of concern from the State? My final question on charges relates to going after the banks to pay for the services. I...

Military Escorts. (21 Apr 2005)

Finian McGrath: I am saying that the State has a responsibility, so let the State do it.

Commission to Inquire into Child Abuse (Amendment) Bill 2005: Second Stage. (21 Apr 2005)

Finian McGrath: I welcome the opportunity to speak on the Commission to Inquire into Child Abuse (Amendment) Bill 2005. This is an important Bill and an important debate. We should never forget the hurt felt by the victims of child abuse, particularly child sexual abuse. I have worked with and assisted many adults and children over the years and their trauma and pain should never be forgotten by Members. As...

Land Bill 2004 [Seanad]: Second Stage (Resumed). (21 Apr 2005)

Finian McGrath: The debate on the Land Bill is an important one. Land is an intrinsic part of our history and culture. Before I go into the detail of the legislation I wish to remember the great Michael Davitt and the Land League, a movement which focused on rights for tenants and respect for people and their communities. Davitt's views are still relevant and we can learn lessons from him. He made a...

Order of Business. (21 Apr 2005)

Finian McGrath: He is right.

Written Answers — Debt Relief: Debt Relief (20 Apr 2005)

Finian McGrath: Question 186: To ask the Minister for Finance if he will press for the sale of IMF gold to fund the debt cancellation of the debt of poor countries to the IMF and the World Bank. [12473/05]