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Joint Oireachtas Committee on Finance, Public Expenditure and Reform: Credit Union Bill 2012: Discussion (Resumed) (20 Sep 2012)

Heather Humphreys: What are they?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Finance, Public Expenditure and Reform: Credit Union Bill 2012: Discussion (Resumed) (20 Sep 2012)

Heather Humphreys: I thank the witnesses for the presentation. One point we have failed to take into account is the fact that credit union membership is part of a common bond and they are very restricted in their membership. I do not think the rules relating to dormant accounts apply in the same way as they do to banks because credit unions are based in the community. There is a social conscience behind the...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Finance, Public Expenditure and Reform: Credit Union Bill 2012: Discussion (Resumed) (20 Sep 2012)

Heather Humphreys: Would it be possible to invite the members of the Commission on Credit Unions before the committee because the draft legislation was based on the report they prepared? It would be beneficial if we could have even a short exchange with them and put some questions to them.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Finance, Public Expenditure and Reform: Credit Union Bill 2012: Discussion (Resumed) (20 Sep 2012)

Heather Humphreys: I accept that.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Finance, Public Expenditure and Reform: Credit Union Bill 2012: Discussion (Resumed) (20 Sep 2012)

Heather Humphreys: There is no question but that volunteers have played a huge role in the credit union movement and that it is very important that we protect them. The credit union movement has changed completely and volunteers and their role need protection. We must ensure they will continue to play an important role. It would be very useful for the committee to know how many credit unions do not have...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Finance, Public Expenditure and Reform: Credit Union Bill 2012: Discussion (Resumed) (20 Sep 2012)

Heather Humphreys: I also wondered whether we could get a figure for the number of volunteers.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Finance, Public Expenditure and Reform: Credit Union Bill 2012: Discussion (Resumed) (20 Sep 2012)

Heather Humphreys: I can see the merits of this, people would have the comfort of knowing they have a facility with the credit union they can call upon if necessary. From an administration point of view, it costs the same to issue a loan of €100 as a loan of €10,000. For that sort of small loan that is granted on a regular basis, there is definitely merit in this idea. People will know they can...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Finance, Public Expenditure and Reform: Credit Union Bill 2012: Discussion (Resumed) (20 Sep 2012)

Heather Humphreys: I agree with previous speakers. Credit unions have always had a concern for their members and customers. We cannot say the banks have shown the same concern given the role that the pursuit of profits has had in causing our current mess. The credit unions have been mindful of the needs of their members and customers and this has to be taken into account when we consider governance and...

Written Answers — Department of Social Protection: Social Welfare Appeals Status (20 Sep 2012)

Heather Humphreys: To ask the Minister for Social Protection when a person (details supplied) in County Cavan can expect to receive a date for their Social Welfare appeal oral hearing; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [39833/12]

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Finance, Public Expenditure and Reform: Credit Union Bill 2012: Discussion with Irish League of Credit Unions (19 Sep 2012)

Heather Humphreys: I welcome Mr. Brennan. It is good to receive this report. He made a number of points in his presentation about the restriction on the length of time directors could serve and the prohibition of persons serving on boards. Others have the view that the volunteer role in credit unions will be enhanced rather than diminished by the Bill. On the prohibition of persons, what did Mr. Brennan...

Consumer Credit (Amendment) Bill 2012: Second Stage (Resumed) [Private Members] (18 Jul 2012)

Heather Humphreys: I compliment Deputy Pearse Doherty on introducing the Consumer Credit (Amendment) Bill 2012. While I will not be supporting it, I recognise the spirit in which the Bill has been brought forward and welcome the opportunity it affords us to discuss the issue of moneylending. This debate is important because it highlights the activities of moneylenders and the negative impact their activities...

Written Answers — Medical Cards: Medical Cards (12 Jul 2012)

Heather Humphreys: Question 225: To ask the Minister for Health when a person (details supplied) in County Monaghan will receive their medical card; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [34041/12]

Haulage Industry (3 Jul 2012)

Heather Humphreys: Question 93: To ask the Minister for Transport; Tourism and Sport if he will provide an update on the progress that has been made in addressing the difficulties facing the haulage industry following his engagement with the industry; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32109/12]

Haulage Industry (3 Jul 2012)

Heather Humphreys: Question 153: To ask the Minister for Transport; Tourism and Sport his plans to support the haulage industry and to address some of the difficulties that the industry is facing; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32110/12]

Haulage Industry (3 Jul 2012)

Heather Humphreys: I thank the Minister for his answer and acknowledge his efforts to assist the haulage industry, as well as recognising its important role. As he stated, Deputy Áine Collins and I have been involved in a working group set up by the Minister for Finance last February to discuss and find solutions to two of the most pressing problems facing the industry, namely, fuel costs and fuel laundering....

Haulage Industry (3 Jul 2012)

Heather Humphreys: Is the Minister in a position to assure the House that none of this illegal diesel is making its way into the school transport system, possibly through its use by private operators? Is there a mechanism in place to monitor the position in this regard?

Microenterprise Loan Fund Bill 2012: Second Stage (Resumed) (27 Jun 2012)

Heather Humphreys: I welcome the opportunity to speak on this Bill. I commend the Minister, Deputy Bruton, on bringing forward this important legislation. I have worked in the financial services industry for many years and one story has always stuck in my mind, and it is appropriate that I share it with the Minister in the context of this Bill. I once interviewed a married couple who were seeking a small...

Written Answers — Poultry Industry: Poultry Industry (20 Jun 2012)

Heather Humphreys: Question 145: To ask the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine the quantity of poultry meat imported over each of the past ten years; the country or countries of origin; if he is satisfied that this product is produced to the same high standards as Irish producers and the Irish industry; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30031/12]

Written Answers — National Car Test: National Car Test (12 Jun 2012)

Heather Humphreys: Question 627: To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the position regarding the National Car Test of vintage lorries; if vintage cars and tractors are subject to an NCT; the reasons these vehicles are subject to an NCT in view of the fact that they are generally used at charity events and for recreational use; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27848/12]

Written Answers — Social Welfare Benefits: Social Welfare Benefits (6 Jun 2012)

Heather Humphreys: Question 317: To ask the Minister for Social Protection if her attention has been drawn to the fact that rent supplement is not being granted to separated couples unless they have instigated legal proceedings against each other in order to obtain a legal separation or divorce; her views on the fact that some women who are victims of domestic violence have taken a huge step to actually leave...