Results 26,641-26,660 of 31,374 for speaker:Eamon Ryan

Written Answers — Electricity Generation: Electricity Generation (8 Oct 2009)

Eamon Ryan: I propose to take Questions Nos. 190 and 191 together. I have no statutory function regarding the construction of specific power lines or in relation to arrangements entered into with landowners by ESB networks and EirGrid. The matters raised are operational matters for the two State bodies with statutory responsibilities to deliver Ireland's transmission and distribution network infrastructure.

Written Answers — Telecommunications Services: Telecommunications Services (8 Oct 2009)

Eamon Ryan: Final decisions on the Electoral Divisions (ED) to be included in the National Broadband Scheme (NBS) were taken following an extensive mapping exercise to identify those areas throughout the country where broadband services were not available. This involved gathering data from all service providers in the country detailing areas in which they provided a service. Where EDs were shown to be...

Written Answers — Ministerial Travel: Ministerial Travel (8 Oct 2009)

Eamon Ryan: In the time available it has not been possible to collate the information requested by the Deputy. The information will be provided to the Deputy as soon as possible.

Written Answers — Telecommunications Services: Telecommunications Services (6 Oct 2009)

Eamon Ryan: The village of Kiltormer in County Galway is located in Kiltormer Electoral District (ED) and has been designated as being part of the National Broadband Scheme (NBS). In advance of the roll-out of the NBS an extensive mapping exercise was carried out to identify those areas throughout the country where broadband services were not available. Kiltormer ED was included in the NBS as it was not...

Written Answers — Ministerial Travel: Ministerial Travel (6 Oct 2009)

Eamon Ryan: In the time available it has not been possible to collate the information requested by the Deputy. The information will be provided to the Deputy as soon as possible.

Written Answers — Broadcasting Services: Broadcasting Services (6 Oct 2009)

Eamon Ryan: The Broadcasting Commission of Ireland was responsible for the licensing of commercial broadcasters up until 30 September 2009. This responsibility rests with the newly established Broadcasting Authority of Ireland with effect from 1 October 2009. The Commission was, and the Authority is, an independent statutory body and I have no function in this matter. With regard to the industrial...

Written Answers — Industrial Development: Industrial Development (6 Oct 2009)

Eamon Ryan: The International Content Services Centre (ICSC), one of the proposed actions of the recently published 'Technology Actions to Support the Smart Economy' report, is intended to be a global content management facility that streamlines the storage, localisation, delivery and distribution of content, the associated rights management, clearance and collection, to provide a global service for...

Written Answers — Postal Services: Postal Services (6 Oct 2009)

Eamon Ryan: I propose to take Questions Nos. 1021 and 1025 together. The Government recently approved the implementation of a postcode as recommended by the National Postcode Project Board (NPPB). In arriving at the recommended model the consultants assisting the NPPB, both technical and economic, engaged in a series of stakeholder consultations. Additionally the project has benefited from other...

Written Answers — Energy Conservation: Energy Conservation (6 Oct 2009)

Eamon Ryan: I propose to take Questions Nos. 1022 and 1036 together. The Government's Home Energy Saving Scheme, which is administered by Sustainable Energy Ireland (SEI), provides grant assistance to homeowners for retrofit energy efficiency measures such as attic and wall insulation, very high- efficiency boilers, heating controls and Building Energy Rating (BER) assessments. While a householder is...

Written Answers — Alternative Energy Projects: Alternative Energy Projects (6 Oct 2009)

Eamon Ryan: In 2008 I announced that new tariff bands would be introduced to the existing REFIT feed in tariff scheme as follows; · AD and high efficiency CHP: A price of €120 per megawatt hour of energy produced. · Offshore wind: A price of €140 per megawatt hour of energy produced. · (Wave and tidal) A price of €220 per megawatt hour of energy produced. My Department has been subsequently...

Written Answers — Departmental Reports: Departmental Reports (6 Oct 2009)

Eamon Ryan: My Department commissioned 10 reports in 2008 at a cost of €884,618.65. Details of the reports are shown in the following table. Report Compiled Cost of Report inclusive of VAT € Study of Oil and Gas Industry Support Services 27,188.00 Review of Corrib EIS 47,204.00 Strategic Environmental Assessment for Oil and Gas Activity in Ireland's Offshore Atlantic Waters:Rockall Basin...

Written Answers — Departmental Staff: Departmental Staff (6 Oct 2009)

Eamon Ryan: I propose to take Questions Nos. 1027 and 1028 together. The agencies under the remit of my Department are responsible for day-to-day staffing matters within their own organisations including retirements. Decisions in respect of entitlements on retirement are subject to the specific statutory entitlements applicable under the superannuation schemes of their organisations. Since the formation...

Written Answers — Telecommunications Services: Telecommunications Services (6 Oct 2009)

Eamon Ryan: The widespread acceptance of the benefits of broadband has motivated the EU Commission to set aside a portion of European Economic Recovery Package (EERP) funding for rural broadband initiatives. While the National Broadband Scheme (NBS), which will be implemented by the end of 2010, will ensure broadband is available to almost all parts of the country, a small number of premises in areas...

Written Answers — Mobile Telephony: Mobile Telephony (6 Oct 2009)

Eamon Ryan: In 2008, following a competitive tendering process, my Department, entered into a fixed price contract with Vodafone for mobile phone service. The mobile phone assigned to me is included in the Vodafone contract as it covers all departmental mobile phone requirements. As the Deputy will appreciate value for money is a high priority issue and in that regard the contract referred to has...

Written Answers — Departmental Staff: Departmental Staff (6 Oct 2009)

Eamon Ryan: My Department was established in June 2007 and has not sanctioned or applied for the payment of a pension top-up or discretionary payment on the retirement of any staff member in this Department. The agencies under the remit of my Department are responsible for day-to-day staffing matters within their own organisations including retirements. Decisions in respect of entitlements on...

Written Answers — Departmental Staff: Departmental Staff (6 Oct 2009)

Eamon Ryan: Since the formation of my Department in June 2007 the appointment of one civil servant was terminated. This termination occurred during the probationary period of the officer involved.

Written Answers — Alternative Energy Projects: Alternative Energy Projects (6 Oct 2009)

Eamon Ryan: I have no particular views on the proposal mentioned by the Deputy. The development of renewable energy is however, a priority for myself and the Government. In 2008, renewable electricity was at 12.2% of all electricity generated, up from 5% in 2004. Ireland is on target to meet its target of 15% by 2010. The "All Island Grid Study" published early last year, examines the ability of the...

Written Answers — Electricity Generation: Electricity Generation (6 Oct 2009)

Eamon Ryan: The Commission for Energy Regulation (CER) is statutorily responsible for the licensing and authorisation of power generation plants under the Electricity Regulation Act 1999. I have no direct function in the matter. I am aware that different regulatory regimes may apply depending upon the size of the generator and the technology used. I have asked the CER to respond directly to the Deputy...

Written Answers — Telecommunications Services: Telecommunications Services (24 Sep 2009)

Eamon Ryan: My Department has entered into a contract with "3", a Hutchison Whampoa company, for the delivery of the National Broadband Scheme (NBS). 3 is required to provide services to all residences and businesses that are within the NBS area and who seek a service. The Company is progressing its network roll-out and services have gone live in a number of areas. The entire NBS area must be covered...

Written Answers — Electricity Generation: Electricity Generation (24 Sep 2009)

Eamon Ryan: The Commission for Energy Regulation is statutorily responsible for the licensing and authorisation of power generation plants under the Electricity Regulation Act 1999. I have no direct function in the matter.