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Competition (Amendment) Bill 2007: Second Stage (Resumed) (19 Dec 2007)

Michael D Higgins: They are in favour of applying competition in areas in which it should never have applied. I had hoped that by beginning to address the issue with actors, musicians and freelance journalists, in addressing section 4 as I did, particularly through section 3(2) of my Bill, I would prevent the bullying and outrageous behaviour of the Competition Authority towards different groups. In a...

Written Answers — Sustainable Travel: Sustainable Travel (19 Dec 2007)

Michael D Higgins: Question 95: To ask the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources the part he has taken in preparing a sustainable travel and transport action plan; the extent of his role in same to date; the timeframe for completion; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35623/07]

Written Answers — Telecommunications Services: Telecommunications Services (19 Dec 2007)

Michael D Higgins: Question 113: To ask the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources his views on the critical comments made by managing directors of companies (details supplied) in relation to Ireland's broadband connectivity problems; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35630/07]

Competition (Amendment) Bill 2007: Second Stage (Resumed) (19 Dec 2007)

Michael D Higgins: Correct.

Competition (Amendment) Bill 2007: Second Stage (Resumed) (19 Dec 2007)

Michael D Higgins: I thank the Minister of State.

Competition (Amendment) Bill 2007: Second Stage (Resumed) (19 Dec 2007)

Michael D Higgins: Hear, hear.

Competition (Amendment) Bill 2007: Second Stage (Resumed) (19 Dec 2007)

Michael D Higgins: They are a soft target.

Order of Business (19 Dec 2007)

Michael D Higgins: I asked the Taoiseach earlier in the week if it is the Government's intention to ratify the Convention on the Protection of the Rights of All Migrant Families and Members of their Families. I repeated that question to the Tánaiste. I have not heard from either of their offices on the Government's intention. Is it the Government's intention to ratify this convention and, if so, when will...

Leaders' Questions (19 Dec 2007)

Michael D Higgins: The Taoiseach should have a shot at it.

Written Answers — Proposed Legislation: Proposed Legislation (18 Dec 2007)

Michael D Higgins: Question 75: To ask the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government the effort made to date to bring forward legislation to regulate lobbyists as promised in the programme for Government; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35143/07]

Written Answers — Local Government Elections: Local Government Elections (18 Dec 2007)

Michael D Higgins: Question 94: To ask the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government if it is his intention to introduce a cap on spending by candidates in local elections; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35144/07]

Written Answers — Education Schemes: Education Schemes (18 Dec 2007)

Michael D Higgins: Question 375: To ask the Minister for Education and Science the steps she proposes to take to resolve the contradiction which has emerged between the Department of Education and Science and the Department of Justice, Equality and Law Reform in relation to the rights of children whose parents are on student visas to avail of primary education in their locality; if her attention has been drawn...

Written Answers — Education Schemes: Education Schemes (18 Dec 2007)

Michael D Higgins: Question 391: To ask the Minister for Education and Science if she has discussed with the Department of Justice, Equality and Law Reform the ongoing difficulties being experienced by children of parents who are here on student visas to access primary education in accordance with Article 42.4 of Bunreacht na hÉireann and Article 2 of Protocol One of the European Convention on Human Rights;...

Written Answers — Higher Education Grants: Higher Education Grants (18 Dec 2007)

Michael D Higgins: Question 390: To ask the Minister for Education and Science if she will take such steps as to ensure that where a mature student in receipt of a higher education grant fails to complete a course due to medical reasons, such student will be able to resume their education and access to a grant without penalty; and if she will issue an instruction to those local authorities and vocational...

Written Answers — Visa Applications: Visa Applications (18 Dec 2007)

Michael D Higgins: Question 486: To ask the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform if he will take steps to restore and vindicate the rights of children of parents who are on student visas, to primary education in accordance with Article 42.4 of Bunreacht na hÉireann and Article 2 of Protocol One of the European Convention on Human Rights; and if he will undertake to immediately remove the prohibition...

Written Answers — Residency Permits: Residency Permits (18 Dec 2007)

Michael D Higgins: Question 500: To ask the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform the position of the residency status of a person (details supplied) in County Galway; their prospects for a renewal of their permit; and if such a permit can issue if they remain here. [35109/07]

Competition (Amendment) Bill 2007: Second Stage (18 Dec 2007)

Michael D Higgins: On a point of order, I ask the Minister of State to withdraw that allegation, which is entirely improper. He is suggesting on the record of the House that I am in favour of an illegal action. He stated: "However, the Bill before us today is in effect championing price fixing, which is a serious crime carrying a maximum prison sentence of five years." It is as disgraceful as it is...

Competition (Amendment) Bill 2007: Second Stage (18 Dec 2007)

Michael D Higgins: The Minister of State should be ashamed for making that analogy.

Competition (Amendment) Bill 2007: Second Stage (18 Dec 2007)

Michael D Higgins: What of workers who are available for victimisation?

Competition (Amendment) Bill 2007: Second Stage (18 Dec 2007)

Michael D Higgins: That is deep.