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Written Answers — Industrial Disputes: Industrial Disputes (3 Dec 2008)

Kieran O'Donnell: Question 132: To ask the Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Food the terms of an agreement reached in an industrial dispute in his Department which was delaying REP scheme payments; if he will expedite all delayed payments before the end of 2008; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [44040/08]

Written Answers — Telecommunications Services: Telecommunications Services (2 Dec 2008)

Kieran O'Donnell: Question 108: To ask the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources if he has considered the repurchase of Eircom infrastructure as part of the telecommunications infrastructure strategy; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43728/08]

Nursing Homes Support Scheme Bill 2008: Second Stage (Resumed) (2 Dec 2008)

Kieran O'Donnell: I am pleased to contribute to the debate on this Bill. We all know of families who are worried about the cost of nursing home care, which is the biggest single issue facing elderly people at the moment. In addition to being worried about the costs involved, such people and their relatives are concerned about how they will be looked after in their later years. We must get the details of...

Nursing Homes Support Scheme Bill 2008: Second Stage (Resumed) (2 Dec 2008)

Kieran O'Donnell: I agree with the broad thrust of the Bill, but several key points must be addressed on Committee Stage. First, we must ensure a cap on the principal private residence and other assets. Second, the allowance of €36,000 or €72,000 should be index-linked so that people are not penalised if their assets increase in value. Third, it is important that the lower market rate in the CPI be...

Ombudsman (Amendment) Bill 2008: Second Stage (2 Dec 2008)

Kieran O'Donnell: How much time do I have?

Ombudsman (Amendment) Bill 2008: Second Stage (2 Dec 2008)

Kieran O'Donnell: I ask to be called after ten minutes. I very much welcome this Bill which is opportune. The recent OECD report outlined proper reform in the public sector, particularly with reference to a customer-oriented public sector. This extension of the powers of the Ombudsman lies very much in this direction. In bringing in extra bodies, we have given power to the Ombudsman to make a general...

Health Services. (26 Nov 2008)

Kieran O'Donnell: I am grateful for the opportunity to raise this matter, which came to my attention over a week ago when the parents of adults who are residents in Bawnmore, and the service providers, the Brothers of Charity, advised me that the brothers were due €1.5 million from the HSE in respect of services. They had various discussions ongoing with the HSE but the money was not forthcoming and they...

Health Services. (26 Nov 2008)

Kieran O'Donnell: That is incorrect.

Army Barracks. (26 Nov 2008)

Kieran O'Donnell: Question 75: To ask the Minister for Defence the budgetary costs provided for in facilitating the barracks closures announced as a result of budget 2009; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42922/08]

Finance (No. 2) Bill 2008: Second Stage (Resumed) (26 Nov 2008)

Kieran O'Donnell: Nee Lenihan. I apologise. Deputy O'Rourke claimed that this budget was taking from people who could afford it, but this is not the case. The 1% levy is being charged on people who are paying the minimum wage. In last year's budget, the Government made reference to the fact that 878,000 people were outside the tax net. That is no longer the case, as the budget is taking money from people...

Finance (No. 2) Bill 2008: Second Stage (Resumed) (26 Nov 2008)

Kieran O'Donnell: I am delighted to contribute to this debate. I would like to talk about some of the comments made by Deputy Lenihan. I would concur with some of them, but not others.

Written Answers — Hospital Services: Hospital Services (25 Nov 2008)

Kieran O'Donnell: Question 83: To ask the Minister for Health and Children her views on the concerns raised by the Irish Cancer Society that average waiting times for colonoscopies could be seven to nine months and that more recent media reporting shows that more than 240 patients are waiting longer than a year for a colonoscopy test; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [42498/08]

Written Answers — Proposed Legislation: Proposed Legislation (20 Nov 2008)

Kieran O'Donnell: Question 29: To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment when she will conclude her review of the Competition Act 2002; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [41939/08]

Order of Business (20 Nov 2008)

Kieran O'Donnell: Last Thursday, the Tánaiste stated recapitalisation of the banks was not necessary at this time. The Taoiseach now believes the recapitalisation option needs to be considered. I support Deputy Burton's call for a debate in the House.

Order of Business (20 Nov 2008)

Kieran O'Donnell: This is the most serious issue facing business. Has the Tánaiste changed her mind since she spoke in the House last Thursday and, if so, why?

Gangland Crime: Motion: (Resumed) (19 Nov 2008)

Kieran O'Donnell: I thank Deputy Flanagan for bringing this important motion before the Dáil tonight. I was in Thomond Park last night and the people of Limerick and Munster stood in silence for one minute as a tribute to the late Mr. Shane Geoghegan who was brutally murdered by ruthless individuals in Limerick. The people of Limerick want this issue solved. Enough is enough and I add my voice to the...

Written Answers — Gangland Killings: Gangland Killings (18 Nov 2008)

Kieran O'Donnell: Question 266: To ask the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform the specific Garda resources, legislative and other measures that will be put in place immediately to tackle the gangland crime crisis in Limerick in view of the murder of a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40683/08]

Written Answers — Prison Accommodation: Prison Accommodation (13 Nov 2008)

Kieran O'Donnell: Question 14: To ask the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform the action he will take regarding overcrowding in the State's prisons in view of the fact that Thornton Hall is two years behind schedule; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40303/08]

Written Answers — Pupil-Teacher Ratio: Pupil-Teacher Ratio (13 Nov 2008)

Kieran O'Donnell: Question 263: To ask the Minister for Education and Science if, in relation to the budget reductions in pupil/teacher ratios for national schools, he will ensure that on the grounds of fairness, a school (details supplied) in County Limerick will retain its 12 teachers; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40472/08]

Brutal Killing in Limerick: Statements. (13 Nov 2008)

Kieran O'Donnell: They are not in all estates.