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Written Answers — Health Service Staff: Health Service Staff (20 Jun 2006)

Charlie O'Connor: Question 147: To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Health and Children her views on proposals in the UK to heavily fine those who attack health care workers; her further views on whether such a development would be useful here; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [23388/06]

Written Answers — Foreign Conflicts: Foreign Conflicts (20 Jun 2006)

Charlie O'Connor: Question 273: To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs the contacts he has had with the new Government of Iraq; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23379/06]

Written Answers — Emigrant Support Services: Emigrant Support Services (20 Jun 2006)

Charlie O'Connor: Question 274: To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs the details of recent initiatives in respect of the Irish Abroad Initiative; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23380/06]

Written Answers — Diplomatic Representation: Diplomatic Representation (20 Jun 2006)

Charlie O'Connor: Question 275: To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs his contacts with the Democratic Republic of Congo particularly in respect of the forthcoming elections; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23381/06]

Written Answers — Anti-Social Behaviour: Anti-Social Behaviour (20 Jun 2006)

Charlie O'Connor: Question 395: To ask the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform the schedule being followed in respect of the introduction of anti-social behaviour orders; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23382/06]

Written Answers — Proposed Legislation: Proposed Legislation (20 Jun 2006)

Charlie O'Connor: Question 399: To ask the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform the plans he has to introduce specific legislation to penalise those who are guilty of attacks on health care workers; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23387/06]

Planning and Development (Strategic Infrastructure) Bill 2006 [Seanad]: Second Stage (Resumed). (15 Jun 2006)

Charlie O'Connor: I was sorry to hear of the impending retirement of the Acting Chairman, Deputy McGinley. My parish priest in the Springfield estate, Fr. Frank Herron, and other Donegal people would want me to pay tribute to you.

Planning and Development (Strategic Infrastructure) Bill 2006 [Seanad]: Second Stage (Resumed). (15 Jun 2006)

Charlie O'Connor: As Deputy Neville referred to almost every village in County Limerick, I am sure I will be allowed to refer to Tallaght. I represent Tallaght, Firhouse, Templeogue, Greenhills, Brittas and Bohernabreena. This important Bill gives me an opportunity to pay tribute to my good friend, the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government, Deputy Roche, who once lived in Tallaght. The...

Planning and Development (Strategic Infrastructure) Bill 2006 [Seanad]: Second Stage (Resumed). (15 Jun 2006)

Charlie O'Connor: It could be 24 because I blinked on the way through the Square this morning. I left Tallaght very early this morning.

Planning and Development (Strategic Infrastructure) Bill 2006 [Seanad]: Second Stage (Resumed). (15 Jun 2006)

Charlie O'Connor: I hope Deputy Perry is not suggesting I am not briefed.

Planning and Development (Strategic Infrastructure) Bill 2006 [Seanad]: Second Stage (Resumed). (15 Jun 2006)

Charlie O'Connor: There are good infrastructure projects in Tallaght, particularly the Luas. I am delighted the Minister for Transport, Deputy Cullen, has announced the Luas extension through west Tallaght with strategic stops. I am campaigning for the extension of the Tallaght bypass beyond Jobstown to Brittas. Not only could the people of south-west Dublin use it, but people from Wicklow could take a short...

Human Rights Issues: Motion (Resumed). (14 Jun 2006)

Charlie O'Connor: I welcome the opportunity to speak on this matter but first offer sympathy on the death of the former Taoiseach, Charles Haughey. I thank Deputy Michael Higgins for raising this matter and for giving us the opportunity to respond. I listened very carefully to what the Minister said last night, which sums up the Government position: The Government's position on the issue of extraordinary...

Human Rights Issues: Motion (Resumed). (14 Jun 2006)

Charlie O'Connor: I am relating what I have read and I will listen quietly to what the Deputy says. In fairness, the Government has made its position clear and I am glad the Minister of State has reiterated that. We should dispel the myth that colleagues on this side of the House would condone wrongdoing. We should speak out about it. I am glad the Minister of State has given us assurances in that regard. Like...

Human Rights Issues: Motion (Resumed). (14 Jun 2006)

Charlie O'Connor: While I would not say we are dependent on America, we do have a friendly relationship with that country. By the way, I would not vote for George Bush either. A US presidential election is due in two years' time, so when I have a minute to spare, I check the computer to try to figure out who the next US President will be. It concerns me greatly that we do not have a clue.

Human Rights Issues: Motion (Resumed). (14 Jun 2006)

Charlie O'Connor: One could reel off 30 names and the eventual winner may not even be on that list. In most other democracies, one can hazard a guess at who the next leader, or even the next two leaders, will be.

Human Rights Issues: Motion (Resumed). (14 Jun 2006)

Charlie O'Connor: Yes, I know who it cannot be. I do not want to be flippant about this matter, which is a serious business. It is important to support the Government amendment. The Minister has made his position clear and has not been weak about it. His actions yesterday demonstrated the Government's intent. We should support the Government's position.

Written Answers — Community Development: Community Development (13 Jun 2006)

Charlie O'Connor: Question 306: To ask the Minister for Community, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs if his attention has been drawn to the work being done by a group (details supplied) in Dublin 24; the way in which the group might seek further resources; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22629/06]

Greyhound Industry (Doping Regulation) Bill 2006: Second Stage (Resumed). (8 Jun 2006)

Charlie O'Connor: I wish to share time with Deputy Peter Power——

Greyhound Industry (Doping Regulation) Bill 2006: Second Stage (Resumed). (8 Jun 2006)

Charlie O'Connor: Earlier, I listened to Deputy Burton stating the sun was shining outside the House and that all Members were in great form. I am glad to see Deputy Deenihan co-operating in this regard. Moreover, last weekend I watched the television programme "Reeling In The Years" and the Deputy looked to be in fine fettle then. I am glad nothing has changed. I am delighted to have the opportunity to make a...

Greyhound Industry (Doping Regulation) Bill 2006: Second Stage (Resumed). (8 Jun 2006)

Charlie O'Connor: These are important grants and it is good the Government recognises a major population centre.