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- Written Answers — Semi-State Bodies: Semi-State Bodies (6 Oct 2005)
Tony Killeen: In the absence of details of the alleged illegal practices, I am not in a position to supply specific information on the Deputy's question. I will, of course, be happy to respond on receipt of the information. However, I am aware of recent complaints in the media against the company concerned, which made references to alleged bullying. My Department referred these complaints to the health and...
- The Secure America and Orderly Immigration Act: Motion. (6 Oct 2005)
Tony Killeen: I would like to share time with Deputy Curran.
- The Secure America and Orderly Immigration Act: Motion. (6 Oct 2005)
Tony Killeen: I am delighted to have the opportunity to support this motion. I commend the Minister for Foreign Affairs, Deputy Dermot Ahern, for proposing it. I acknowledge the role of the Ceann Comhairle and various other Deputies representing all parties, who have kept the plight of the undocumented Irish to the forefront by travelling to the United States to make their case. I have travelled to the US...
- Seanad: Employment Rights. (5 Oct 2005)
Tony Killeen: I thank Senator Morrissey for raising this issue which has caused great public concern in recent weeks. The House is well aware of the speculation surrounding the affairs at Irish Ferries and in particular the intolerable consequences for the staff who, against a background of threats to their livelihood, are being asked to take very important decisions regarding their future. Issues such as...
- Written Answers — Health and Safety Regulations: Health and Safety Regulations (4 Oct 2005)
Tony Killeen: Under the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005, the Health and Safety Authority is the State body charged with overall responsibility for administration, enforcement and promotion of workplace safety and health. A lack of clear communication and of understanding in any workplace could potentially pose a risk to the health and safety of the workers therein. It is clear that there are...
- Written Answers — Redundancy Entitlements: Redundancy Entitlements (4 Oct 2005)
Tony Killeen: Ill health alone is not a valid reason for redundancy. If, however, a redundancy situation existed in the employment at the time the person left his position, it would be open to the employer to make the person redundant. A redundant employee would be entitled to receive a statutory lump sum payment of two weeks' pay per year of service based on the following criteria; age, length of service...
- Written Answers — Industrial Relations: Industrial Relations (4 Oct 2005)
Tony Killeen: The aim of the Competition Act 2002 is to prohibit anti-competitive practices such as price-fixing and-or the abuse of a dominant position. The Act applies to all sectors of the economy in the State. All entities covered by the Act must ensure that they do not infringe the prohibitions in the Act. The Act covers "undertakings" which are defined as "a person being an individual, a body...
- Written Answers — Statutory Rebates: Statutory Rebates (4 Oct 2005)
Tony Killeen: A statutory rebate in the sum of â¬8,795.27 was issued for payment in respect of one employee on 28 September 2005. The employer should receive the payment this week. No further claims for statutory rebate have been received from the employer concerned in the redundancy payments section of my Department. If the employer wishes to discuss this matter further, he should contact Mary Fogarty of...
- Job Losses. (29 Sep 2005)
Tony Killeen: I thank the Deputy for raising this matter. The announcement by the company that it is to close its Donegal facility is most disappointing and particularly devastating for the workers and families directly affected. The role of FÃS, the State training agency, will be particularly important in assisting those who are to lose their jobs. FÃS has already been in contact with the company and...
- Pre-School Services. (29 Sep 2005)
Tony Killeen: TréaslaÃm leis an Teachta as an samhradh iontach a bhà aige ar an chlár teilifÃse â chaith mé féin agus mo chlann cupla vóta ar a shon.
- Pre-School Services. (29 Sep 2005)
Tony Killeen: I welcome the opportunity to outline the Government's approach to promoting greater social inclusion by prioritising investment in education in disadvantaged areas. The wide variety of measures in place at local level throughout the country for tackling educational disadvantage range from pre-school interventions, supports for tackling children's literacy problems, reduced pupil teacher...
- Written Answers — Redundancy Payments: Redundancy Payments (29 Sep 2005)
Tony Killeen: Although my Department has received an application for a statutory redundancy lump sum payment from the person in question, the redundancy certificate form which is part of the application has not been signed by her former employer. In order to establish her right to a statutory redundancy payment, she would therefore have to take a case to the Employment Appeals Tribunal against her former...
- Job Losses. (29 Sep 2005)
Tony Killeen: I propose to take the questions together. The House is well aware of speculation surrounding affairs at Irish Ferries and, in particular, the intolerable consequences upon the staff thereof who, against a background of threats to their livelihood, are being asked to take very important decisions from their perspective. Issues which arise for Irish Ferries and their staff must be addressed...
- Job Losses. (29 Sep 2005)
Tony Killeen: Deputy Howlin has raised several issues. I am glad the four Deputies have chosen to put down these questions because it is an extremely important issue which should be debated in the House. Members are aware it has not been the practice here for a Government representative to make a direct approach to a company in regard to issues such as this. The voluntarist approach has served us well....
- Job Losses. (29 Sep 2005)
Tony Killeen: IBEC has not enhanced its reputation in this matter but it is for that organisation to decide the approach it should take. I answered questions yesterday in regard to the role of the Minister of State at the Department of Communications, Marine and Natural Resources, Deputy Gallagher. I pointed out that when these ships are docked in Irish ports, regardless of the flag of convenience issue,...
- Job Losses. (29 Sep 2005)
Tony Killeen: The issues raised by Deputy Perry were addressed to some extent by the Taoiseach yesterday. He is correct that there has been substantial investment by the State in terms of training seafarers and other matters. It is reasonable to say this action was flagged by previous events in regard to the MV Normandy. However, we do not serve anybody's interests by pretending we have control over issues...
- Job Losses. (29 Sep 2005)
Tony Killeen: The current situation at Irish Ferries arises against a background of the company being quite profitable. It would have been difficult to predict that this issue would arise at this time, notwithstanding the point Deputy Perry made that issues had already arisen in regard to the MV Normandy. I am not entirely clear in regard to the implications of the PRSI exemptions, nor am I clear that the...
- Job Losses. (29 Sep 2005)
Tony Killeen: The first question from Deputy Broughan concerns whether management is prepared to withdraw the deadline and the level of pressure which can be applied. It is clear from what has been said by the Taoiseach and the Minister of State, Deputy Gallagher, that the message has been conveyed in strong terms. One would have to be out of touch not to be aware of what precisely is required.
- Job Losses. (29 Sep 2005)
Tony Killeen: I explained alreadyââ
- Job Losses. (29 Sep 2005)
Tony Killeen: ââthat we have effective labour relations machinery.