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Order of Business (13 Jan 2016)

Micheál Martin: The Dáil is up in two weeks.

Order of Business (13 Jan 2016)

Micheál Martin: It was just a bit of juvenile kneecapping.

Order of Business (13 Jan 2016)

Micheál Martin: I propose to raise three issues. On the business before the House, will the Taoiseach confirm that no legislation will come before the House today or tomorrow and that the Dáil, on its return, has no legislative proposals before it? I understand the House will deal with the Constitutional Convention tomorrow. That Members will debate three reports in one day and at the 11th hour, in...

Order of Business (13 Jan 2016)

Micheál Martin: Freedom of information requests suddenly revealed serious concern among Department of Finance officials about the sale of Siteserv and other transactions. All of this led to the establishment of the commission of investigation. The Government was aware of major difficulties a long time ago and did not act on them. This culminated in an 11th hour meeting before Christmas which was to cover...

Order of Business (13 Jan 2016)

Micheál Martin: I asked for a debate.

Order of Business (13 Jan 2016)

Micheál Martin: Will the Government provide time for a debate on the issue?

Leaders' Questions (13 Jan 2016)

Micheál Martin: Then why is the Taoiseach making it?

Leaders' Questions (13 Jan 2016)

Micheál Martin: The Taoiseach's reply confirms my basic point that there was a lack of preparation at Government level for the emergencies that occurred. I refer to very basic issues, such as the hiring of pumps. I was in Midleton where hours after the shocking flooding, people were still looking for the proper pumps to pump out the water. I was in Portumna in Galway where it was down to the six council...

Leaders' Questions (13 Jan 2016)

Micheál Martin: That should have been done three years ago. It was recommended three years ago.

Leaders' Questions (13 Jan 2016)

Micheál Martin: It is another confirmation of the lack of preparation.

Leaders' Questions (13 Jan 2016)

Micheál Martin: He does not have the staff.

Topical Issue Debate: Office of Public Works Properties (13 Jan 2016)

Micheál Martin: Deputy Buttimer might volunteer.

Leaders' Questions (13 Jan 2016)

Micheál Martin: I wish you a happy new year, a Cheann Comhairle.

Leaders' Questions (13 Jan 2016)

Micheál Martin: I wish the Taoiseach a happy new year too, apart from the electoral situation. Storms Desmond, Eva and Frank have devastated many communities across this island. They caused immense damage to homes, businesses and vital infrastructure, particularly road infrastructure. I take this opportunity to pay tribute to the council staff who did heroic work in many communities, the staff of other...

Leaders' Questions (13 Jan 2016)

Micheál Martin: Until yesterday, there was no discussion on insurance cover for flood risk for homes and businesses. I asked the Taoiseach about that a month ago. Today, instead of statements on flooding, we should be debating legislation during Government time on a single agency for the Shannon region, which everybody in that region is now adamant is required to deal with the flooding issues. Why was...

Written Answers — Department of Finance: Employment Data (13 Jan 2016)

Micheál Martin: 230. To ask the Minister for Finance the baseline employment and unemployment figures he has used for each of the next five years in preparing his fiscal and economic projections; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1230/16]

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Garda Strength (13 Jan 2016)

Micheál Martin: 491. To ask the Minister for Justice and Equality the number of Garda stations; the number of gardaí in each station in Waterford on 1 January 2011 and on 1 January 2016; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [1082/16]

Written Answers — Department of Communications, Energy and Natural Resources: Energy Resources (13 Jan 2016)

Micheál Martin: 888. To ask the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources the status of future oil-refining requirements here; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46709/15]

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Garda Misconduct Allegations (17 Dec 2015)

Micheál Martin: 329. To ask the Minister for Justice and Equality if she has received correspondence (details supplied) in relation to the independent review panel, her views on same; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [45853/15]

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Stardust Fire (17 Dec 2015)

Micheál Martin: 337. To ask the Minister for Justice and Equality to outline her views on correspondence (details supplied) regarding the handling of the Stardust fire tragedy. [46040/15]