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Business of Dáil (8 Mar 2018)

Bernard Durkan: Before proceeding to the next Topical Issue, the Minister of State at the Department of the Taoiseach, Deputy McHugh, wishes to make a statement to the House.

Business of Dáil (8 Mar 2018)

Bernard Durkan: Is that agreed? Agreed.

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Overseas Development Aid Oversight (8 Mar 2018)

Bernard Durkan: 17. To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade the extent to which information is available in respect of links between major financial investment corporations or banking institutions with national or international aid agencies; if the agencies involved have been audited in recent times; if such links might indicate a conflict of interest; if there are other implications in the context...

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Overseas Development Aid Oversight (8 Mar 2018)

Bernard Durkan: 18. To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade the extent to which major private contributors to international aid organisations have secured an understanding for a quid pro quo; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11571/18]

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: United Nations (8 Mar 2018)

Bernard Durkan: 19. To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade when the United Nations might be reinvigorated with a view to re-establishing its importance as major peace keeper and champion of human rights in all areas throughout the globe; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11572/18]

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: United Nations (8 Mar 2018)

Bernard Durkan: 20. To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade the action that will be taken by the membership of the UN with a view to making that organisation respected and effective; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11573/18]

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Humanitarian Aid Provision (8 Mar 2018)

Bernard Durkan: 21. To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade the extent to which all Irish aid, bilateral and general, has successfully been delivered to those for whom it was intended in all locations throughout Africa, the Middle East, Haiti and-or other locations that have suffered disaster in recent years; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11575/18]

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: International Terrorism (8 Mar 2018)

Bernard Durkan: 22. To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade the extent to which he and his EU and UN colleagues continue to address the threat of international terrorism; if particular initiatives are likely with a view to protecting peaceful citizens; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11576/18]

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: EU Issues (8 Mar 2018)

Bernard Durkan: 23. To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade the extent to which efforts are ongoing within the European Union to address the issue of Euroscepticism; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11577/18]

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Brexit Negotiations (8 Mar 2018)

Bernard Durkan: 24. To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade the extent to which he remains assured that all other EU member states support Ireland's position in negotiations on Brexit; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11578/18]

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Humanitarian Aid Provision (8 Mar 2018)

Bernard Durkan: 25. To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade the new steps that can be taken to address the refugee crisis in Syria and Iraq; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11579/18]

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: EU Issues (8 Mar 2018)

Bernard Durkan: 26. To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade the extent to which Ukraine, Georgia and Armenia continue to receive cooperation and support from the European Union; the extent to which Ireland's trade with such countries can be enhanced post Brexit; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11581/18]

Written Answers — Department of Finance: Economic Growth Rate (8 Mar 2018)

Bernard Durkan: 52. To ask the Minister for Finance the extent to which growth figures continue to remain in line with projections and in keeping with general economic targets; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11477/18]

Written Answers — Department of Finance: Economic Growth Rate (8 Mar 2018)

Bernard Durkan: 53. To ask the Minister for Finance the extent to which economic projections continue to be affected by Brexit; the degree to which it is likely that diversification in terms of trade can be provided for; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11478/18]

Written Answers — Department of Finance: Economic Growth Rate (8 Mar 2018)

Bernard Durkan: 54. To ask the Minister for Finance the extent to which a review of economic targets is necessary in view of the increased potential impact of Brexit; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11479/18]

Written Answers — Department of Finance: Economic Growth Rate (8 Mar 2018)

Bernard Durkan: 56. To ask the Minister for Finance his views on whether first quarter economic returns continue to be in line with expectations and sound economic principles; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11481/18]

Written Answers — Department of Finance: Brexit Issues (8 Mar 2018)

Bernard Durkan: 55. To ask the Minister for Finance if he is satisfied that Ireland's ability to withstand Brexit remains soundly based and that the necessary alternatives in terms of issues affecting economic performance are being pursued; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11480/18]

Written Answers — Department of Finance: Economic Competitiveness (8 Mar 2018)

Bernard Durkan: 57. To ask the Minister for Finance the degree to which he continues to identify issues such as housing that remain likely to impact negatively on economic expansion; his plans to address these issues; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11482/18]

Written Answers — Department of Finance: Economic Competitiveness (8 Mar 2018)

Bernard Durkan: 59. To ask the Minister for Finance the extent to which his Department continues to monitor all potential threats to Ireland's economic output; his plans in respect of emerging issues; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11484/18]

Written Answers — Department of Finance: Economic Competitiveness (8 Mar 2018)

Bernard Durkan: 64. To ask the Minister for Finance the extent to which he remains satisfied that the economy remains competitive in all aspects; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11489/18]