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Dormant Accounts (Amendment) Bill 2004 [Seanad]: Second Stage (Resumed). (24 Feb 2005)

Finian McGrath: I apologise, Ceann Comhairle. I did not realise my mistake. There are some constructive ideas in this Bill and I hope the money is used wisely.

Written Answers — National Minimum Wage: National Minimum Wage (23 Feb 2005)

Finian McGrath: Question 174: To ask the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment if a company (details supplied) at the Dublin Port Tunnel which is paying its staff €1,935 per month is in breach of employment legislation, particularly in regard to the minimum wage; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6320/05]

Written Answers — Human Rights Issues: Human Rights Issues (22 Feb 2005)

Finian McGrath: Question 185: To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs if a person (details supplied) was in charge when a young unarmed Irish citizen was shot dead by security forces while trying to give himself up; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5542/05]

Written Answers — Construction Industry: Construction Industry (22 Feb 2005)

Finian McGrath: Question 214: To ask the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment if there are workers at the Dublin Port tunnel project working 12 hour shifts at €45 per day; and if he will investigate the matter. [6000/05]

Written Answers — Garda Complaints Procedures: Garda Complaints Procedures (22 Feb 2005)

Finian McGrath: Question 312: To ask the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform the procedures open to victims of crime who are not satisfied with the Garda investigation of their case; if he will seek further clarification, support, advice and assistance to ensure that truth and justice prevails; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5854/05]

Written Answers — Schools Building Projects: Schools Building Projects (22 Feb 2005)

Finian McGrath: Question 323: To ask the Minister for Education and Science the proposals for a new school (details supplied) in Dublin 9. [5621/05]

Special Educational Needs: Motion. (22 Feb 2005)

Finian McGrath: I am pleased to have an opportunity to speak to this excellent motion on special needs education and the broader issue of all children with disabilities. While I welcome the debate, I believe we have had enough debate and it is now time to fucus on the needs of the children and provide services on the ground. I fully recognise that progress has been made in regard to some services, but that...

Written Answers — Asylum Applications: Asylum Applications (17 Feb 2005)

Finian McGrath: Question 134: To ask the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform the position regarding a family reunion request from persons (details supplied); and if they will be given the maximum support and assistance. [5446/05]

Written Answers — Higher Education Grants: Higher Education Grants (17 Feb 2005)

Finian McGrath: Question 146: To ask the Minister for Education and Science the schemes and grants available to assist students from this jurisdiction to attend third level colleges in Northern Ireland. [5377/05]

Written Answers — Special Educational Needs: Special Educational Needs (17 Feb 2005)

Finian McGrath: Question 149: To ask the Minister for Education and Science the position regarding the Government promise of a class at second level for students with Asperger's syndrome on the northside of Dublin; if she has a place of action on this issue. [5413/05]

Written Answers — Pupil-Teacher Ratio: Pupil-Teacher Ratio (17 Feb 2005)

Finian McGrath: Question 152: To ask the Minister for Education and Science if she will bring forward a comprehensive action plan in order to reduce class sizes in schools; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [5403/05]

Written Answers — Schools Refurbishment: Schools Refurbishment (17 Feb 2005)

Finian McGrath: Question 153: To ask the Minister for Education and Science if priority will be given to the application for grant aid under the summer works scheme 2005 for roof repairs and mechanical works at a school (details supplied) in Dublin 9 in order to ensure a safe education environment for the pupils, staff and parents; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [5404/05]

Criminal Justice Bill 2004: Second Stage (Resumed). (17 Feb 2005)

Finian McGrath: I wish to share time with Deputies Cuffe and Ó Snodaigh.

Criminal Justice Bill 2004: Second Stage (Resumed). (17 Feb 2005)

Finian McGrath: I welcome the debate on the Criminal Justice Bill because it is particularly important in view of the issues of crime and justice in society. I strongly support the urgent need to change provisions in respect of policing and justice issues and to deal with crime and its causes. We must bring improvements to our legislation and I welcome any positive developments to that end. However, this...

Written Answers — Employment Levels: Employment Levels (16 Feb 2005)

Finian McGrath: Question 132: To ask the Taoiseach the number of persons employed in the arts in Ireland. [5301/05]

Written Answers — Health Services: Health Services (16 Feb 2005)

Finian McGrath: Question 140: To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Health and Children if the level of care will be increased for a person (details supplied) in Dublin 9; and if she will give the maximum support and advice. [5190/05]

Written Answers — Accident and Emergency Services: Accident and Emergency Services (16 Feb 2005)

Finian McGrath: Question 144: To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Health and Children the number of beds required to end the crisis at the accident and emergency departments in hospitals. [5294/05]

Written Answers — Hospitals Building Programme: Hospitals Building Programme (16 Feb 2005)

Finian McGrath: Question 145: To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Health and Children the position regarding the proposed new wing at the Orthopaedic Hospital in Clontarf, Dublin 3. [5300/05]

Written Answers — Revenue Statistics: Revenue Statistics (16 Feb 2005)

Finian McGrath: Question 148: To ask the Minister for Finance the amount of revenue generated by people in the arts field. [5301/05]

Written Answers — Port Development: Port Development (16 Feb 2005)

Finian McGrath: Question 156: To ask the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources the position regarding plans to in-fill 52 acres at Dublin Bay. [5299/05]