Results 2,361-2,380 of 2,386 for speaker:Michael Finneran

Job Losses. (15 Nov 2006)

Michael Finneran: I join with my colleague, Deputy Ellis, in raising this matter on the Adjournment. I refer to the loss of the remaining 85 jobs and the disgraceful treatment handed down to the village of Rooskey and its people by the Glanbia company which has already pocketed some €30 million of an insurance claim following a fire in the factory in 2002, with the loss of more than 400 jobs. The ultimate...

Requests to move Adjournment of Dáil under Standing Order 31 (14 Nov 2006)

Michael Finneran: I seek the adjournment of the Dáil under Standing Order 31 to debate the following specific and important matter of local and national interest requiring urgent consideration: the proposed closure of the Glanbia factory at Roosky, County Roscommon, with the loss of the remaining 85 jobs and the disgraceful treatment handed down to the village of Roosky and its people by the Glanbia company...

Investment Funds, Companies and Miscellaneous Provisions Bill 2006 [Seanad]: Second Stage (Resumed) (12 Oct 2006)

Michael Finneran: I compliment the Minister of State, Deputy Michael Ahern, and his Cabinet colleague, Deputy Martin, on introducing this Bill. It deals with investment funds, updates our position on company law and brings us into line with Europe. While part of this relates to dealing with European directives, it has also come about because of the country's success. This country has moved forward with such...

Farm Waste Management. (6 Jul 2006)

Michael Finneran: I welcome the Minister of State to the House. I call on the Minister for Agriculture and Food to update the costings to 2006 levels in determining the grant level under the new farm waste management scheme. In raising this matter I am very conscious of the Government's commitment to agriculture and the excellent work being done by the Minister for Agriculture and Food, Deputy Coughlan. I...

Hepatitis C Compensation Tribunal (Amendment) Bill 2006: Second Stage. (29 Jun 2006)

Michael Finneran: I wish to share time with Deputy Callely.

Hepatitis C Compensation Tribunal (Amendment) Bill 2006: Second Stage. (29 Jun 2006)

Michael Finneran: I compliment the Government, in particular the Minister, Deputy Harney, on bringing forward this necessary Bill to deal with an important outstanding matter regarding insurance protection and the Government's response to the hepatitis C scandal which destroyed thousands of lives. A scheme of compensation is in place to help those affected and their families, but monetary compensation is...

Crop Losses. (1 Jun 2006)

Michael Finneran: I raise this matter on the Adjournment to call on the Minister for Agriculture and Food to provide compensation to farmers in the Shannon and Suck river basin for the loss of fodder due to the severe flooding in the area in recent weeks. In particular I refer to my constituency of Roscommon-south Leitrim and the area of south Roscommon from Athlone, through the Clonown area, to Shannonbridge,...

Future of Irish Farming: Motion (Resumed). (8 Feb 2006)

Michael Finneran: I support the amendment. I am amazed at the attack on the Minister and the tabling of a no confidence motion by Fine Gael, which beggars belief.

Future of Irish Farming: Motion (Resumed). (8 Feb 2006)

Michael Finneran: Deputy Coughlan has been a brave and effective Minister who has stood up for the interests of the Irish farmer. I refer to a number of notable achievements since her appointment. A successful outcome was achieved in the special beef premium overshoot issue with continued buoyancy in beef and live exports, the live sheep trade to the Continent was reopened and the horticulture sector received...

Future of Irish Farming: Motion (Resumed). (8 Feb 2006)

Michael Finneran: Rather than attack a Minister who is doing her best to protect our interests, Fine Gael should explain——

Future of Irish Farming: Motion (Resumed). (8 Feb 2006)

Michael Finneran: I refer to the Labour Party statement earlier in which the party proposed to transfer the rural development portfolio to the Department of Agriculture and Food. That proves a rainbow coalition of Fine Gael, Labour and the Greens would be no friend of the farmer and rural Ireland.

Finance Bill 2006: Second Stage (Resumed). (8 Feb 2006)

Michael Finneran: I compliment the Minister for Finance on this Bill and on the recent budget in which he addresses many issues affecting everyday lives. The elderly, the disadvantaged, those with disabilities, parents of children, all are to receive their fair share of the national cake. The taxation proposals leave citizens with one of the lowest tax demands in the European Union. Those on the minimum wage...

Social Services Inspectorate: Motion (Resumed). (1 Feb 2006)

Michael Finneran: I compliment the Minister of State, Deputy Seán Power, on the work he does with particular emphasis on providing support and help to the elderly. We must be conscious that age and an aging population will be a reality into the future. It is the case across Europe and will be on our doorsteps in the near future. We must make provision for that and deal with the current position. I, and many...

Security of the Elderly. (30 Nov 2005)

Michael Finneran: I wish to share time with Deputy Ellis.

Security of the Elderly. (30 Nov 2005)

Michael Finneran: Following consultation with local groups and Muintir na Tíre in the Longford-Roscommon constituency, I tabled this adjournment matter. Muintir na Tíre is the national body at the forefront in supporting elderly people who wish to live in their own homes, with back-up supports and appropriate alarm systems in the event of any difficulties that might arise. The proposals revolve around the...

Climate Change Targets Bill 2005: Second Stage (Resumed). (30 Nov 2005)

Michael Finneran: As someone from a rural constituency I am amazed that such a Bill has reached the floor of this House. It is a recipe for the closing down of two important levels of activity in my constituency. The farming community will be forced to cut back drastically and the pharmaceutical industry——

Climate Change Targets Bill 2005: Second Stage (Resumed). (30 Nov 2005)

Michael Finneran: The Deputy was given the opportunity to speak earlier. I ask for the protection of the Chair so that I can make my contribution. I have every confidence the Bill will not be enacted because the common sense of this House and the other House will not allow it to be enacted. The Bill, if enacted, would cause the farming community in my constituency, for which I speak, to retract and reduce to...

Climate Change Targets Bill 2005: Second Stage (Resumed). (30 Nov 2005)

Michael Finneran: They objected as a party, not as individuals, to a power station in Lanesborough, County Longford on the Longford-Roscommon border. These are the people who are going to——

Climate Change Targets Bill 2005: Second Stage (Resumed). (30 Nov 2005)

Michael Finneran: ——attempt to close down by means of this Bill, other economic activity in this country. I assure the House that the reaction from the farming and business community and the ordinary people in my constituency is that this is a crazy Bill which is based on all types of ideology that does not meet the needs or the future needs of this country. It should be disposed of as soon as possible. I...

Child Care Services. (10 Nov 2005)

Michael Finneran: I thank the Ceann Comhairle for allowing me the opportunity to discuss this matter on the Adjournment. I welcome the Minister of State at the Department of Finance, Deputy Parlon, who is here to represent the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform and hear what I have to say on this important matter. The Elphin playschool committee has been in existence since May 2004 and it applied...