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Price Inflation. (24 Apr 2008)

Kieran O'Donnell: The word "external" seems to be creeping into most of the Tánaiste's speeches at the moment and everything is deemed to be due external factors. Does the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance take responsibility for the fact that since 2001 Government regulated costs have gone up by 45% while at the same time manufacturing exporters have taken a 24% reduction in real income? Does the...

Price Inflation. (24 Apr 2008)

Kieran O'Donnell: What of the ESB?

Price Inflation. (24 Apr 2008)

Kieran O'Donnell: I would like the Minister to answer the question I asked.

Price Inflation. (24 Apr 2008)

Kieran O'Donnell: The terms of reference of the Review Body on Higher Remuneration in the Public Sector state it should take account of the state of the public finances, which have changed significantly. I understand, based on reports yesterday, that the Government is reconsidering the position and that it will be discussed in September. This matter should be discussed tomorrow. I do not think it is good...

Price Inflation. (24 Apr 2008)

Kieran O'Donnell: It is a valid question. Some 80% of people feel the Government should not take this pay increase so why is it being accepted?

Twenty-eighth Amendment of the Constitution Bill 2008: Second Stage (Resumed) (23 Apr 2008)

Kieran O'Donnell: It is vital that the people of Ireland vote for the treaty and the reasons to support it are straightforward. The population of the EU is now almost half a billion, which is unwieldy, and this, effectively, is an administrative treaty that seeks to streamline the EU's administrative procedures. A question in this debate is why should people vote "Yes"? I think the reasons for voting in...

Pharmacy Services. (23 Apr 2008)

Kieran O'Donnell: I echo what my colleagues have said. This is probably one of the most serious issues that has arisen in terms of medical services in a number of years. Why is the Minister not here? Where is the Minister, Deputy Harney? This is a serious issue but her absence is an indication of the way she regards it. Patients are concerned about getting their medications. The livelihood of pharmacists...

Pharmacy Services. (23 Apr 2008)

Kieran O'Donnell: It is now 800.

Pharmacy Services. (23 Apr 2008)

Kieran O'Donnell: Its reference should be extended to include discounts.

Pharmacy Services. (23 Apr 2008)

Kieran O'Donnell: That is the end of May.

Pharmacy Services. (23 Apr 2008)

Kieran O'Donnell: What about the confined terms of reference?

Written Answers — Postal Services: Postal Services (23 Apr 2008)

Kieran O'Donnell: Question 89: To ask the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources the terms of reference of the analysis of the wider economic and societal benefits of a postcode system here that was undertaken after the presentation of the National Postcode Project Board's recommendation to Government in 2007; if this analysis has a deadline; the shortcomings of the NPPB's recommendations...

Written Answers — EU Directives: EU Directives (23 Apr 2008)

Kieran O'Donnell: Question 94: To ask the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources the results of the examination by his officials of the third postal directive which was published in the Official Journal of the European Union in February 2008; when the public consultation process to examine the key issues arising from the directive will be held; if he has decided whether he will consolidate...

Twenty-eighth Amendment of the Constitution Bill 2008: Second Stage (Resumed) (23 Apr 2008)

Kieran O'Donnell: While the debate on the Lisbon treaty has been complicated by the "no" campaign, it is a straightforward matter. As a nation, we must decide whether Europe has been and will continue to be good for us. The Minister of State, Deputy Kelleher, referred to how the EU process emerged from a desire for peace and to bring nations together, after which it evolved into an economic force. Since...

Written Answers — Criminal Assets Bureau: Criminal Assets Bureau (17 Apr 2008)

Kieran O'Donnell: Question 31: To ask the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform the progress that has been made in establishing regional branches of the Criminal Assets Bureau as was indicated previously would be considered; the timeframe for establishing such branches; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14160/08]

Written Answers — Garda Deployment: Garda Deployment (17 Apr 2008)

Kieran O'Donnell: Question 54: To ask the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform the number of gardaí stationed in the Limerick Garda districts, broken down by station and garda rank as at the current date, 31 December 2006 and 31 December 2005; the number of these gardaí deployed in the regeneration areas; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14168/08]

Local Government Services (Corporate Bodies) (Confirmation of Orders) Bill 2008 [Seanad]: Second Stage (10 Apr 2008)

Kieran O'Donnell: I echo the sentiments of my colleagues, Deputies Noonan and Jan O'Sullivan, in welcoming the Limerick north-side and south-side regeneration projects. The House is discussing a technical amendment to section 5, but I will address the north-side and south-side specifically. As Deputy Jan O'Sullivan stated, there is considerable hope, but an element of apprehension on a number of levels. A...

Crime Prevention. (9 Apr 2008)

Kieran O'Donnell: I thank the Ceann Comhairle for allowing me to raise this most important matter for Limerick city. I raised this issue earlier on the Order of Business with the Taoiseach and I am delighted it is now being debated in the Dáil. It has been the subject of much media comment and the Dáil is the one area in which it should be discussed because we can effect legislative changes that will deal...

Crime Prevention. (9 Apr 2008)

Kieran O'Donnell: How many convictions have been secured under the legislation?

Order of Business (9 Apr 2008)

Kieran O'Donnell: I wish the Taoiseach well. I refer to the criminal justice miscellaneous provisions Bill, which was brought up in the context of the criminal justice (forensic sampling and evidence) Bill. The Taoiseach mentioned yesterday that that Bill would be dealt with during this session but I wish to know when. The funeral of Mr. Mark Moloney is now taking place in Limerick and in light of this I...