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Written Answers — State Assets: State Assets (7 Jun 2011)

Martin Ferris: Question 105: To ask the Minister for Finance if he will define the term "non-strategic" in the context of the proposed sale of €2 billion of State assets contained in the programme for Government. [10949/11]

Written Answers — Offshore Exploration: Offshore Exploration (7 Jun 2011)

Martin Ferris: Question 220: To ask the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources his views on concerns that have been expressed regarding the type of mining known as fracking, which it is proposed to use at Lough Allen; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14443/11]

Requests to move Adjournment of Dáil under Standing Order 32 (7 Jun 2011)

Martin Ferris: I seek the adjournment of the Dáil under Standing Order 32 to debate the following urgent matter: to discuss the fact that the pharmaceutical centre of excellence proposed by the GPCE company, to be based in Tralee with the potential to create a large number of much-needed jobs in the area-----

Requests to move Adjournment of Dáil under Standing Order 32 (7 Jun 2011)

Martin Ferris: I thank the Ceann Comhairle. The pharmaceutical centre of excellence proposed by the GPCE company, to be based in Tralee with the potential to create a large number of much-needed jobs in the area is in danger of locating elsewhere due to the manner in which State employment and investment agencies have dealt with the proposal, with the possibility that the group involved may decide to...

Written Answers — Human Rights Issues: Human Rights Issues (2 Jun 2011)

Martin Ferris: Question 11: To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade if his attention has been drawn to the toolkit on lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender rights produced by the EU and the UK and distributed to diplomats in their respective overseas missions; if he will consider a similar initiative for his own Department and the training Irish diplomats serving overseas currently...

Written Answers — Common Foreign and Security Policy: Common Foreign and Security Policy (2 Jun 2011)

Martin Ferris: Question 28: To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade if the Irish Government representative agreed with the proposal by the EU Council of Ministers to provide military assistance for the humanitarian requirements of Libya if requested by the UN; and if this means that the Nordic Battle Group which includes more than 100 Irish soldiers and which is on stand-by until...

Written Answers — Traffic Management: Traffic Management (1 Jun 2011)

Martin Ferris: Question 54: To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport his views on the reasoning behind the proposed move by the National Roads Authority to replace existing roundabouts with a traffic light system around Galway city; and if there is any evidence that this will decrease congestion. [13683/11]

Leaders' Questions (1 Jun 2011)

Martin Ferris: Civil servants and judges

Requests to move Adjournment of Dáil under Standing Order 32 (1 Jun 2011)

Martin Ferris: I wish to raise the matter of local and national importance under Standing Order 32, namely, the current uncertainty surrounding the State's fair deal scheme. Recent statements by the Minister, Deputy O'Reilly, and others that he is reviewing the scheme and that applicants will have to go on a waiting list is causing great concern and discomfort to old people in need of care and their...

Written Answers — Social Welfare Appeals: Social Welfare Appeals (31 May 2011)

Martin Ferris: Question 183: To ask the Minister for Social Protection if an appeal will be expedited in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Kerry. [13718/11]

School Transport (31 May 2011)

Martin Ferris: The rules for the primary school transport scheme will change as a result of budget 2011 and these changes will come into effect for the school year 2011-12. The main changes are the introduction of an annual charge, the removal of eligibility under the central closed school rules for certain children living less than 3.2 km from the school, and a minimum of ten eligible children required to...

Written Answers — Passport Applications: Passport Applications (25 May 2011)

Martin Ferris: Question 89: To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs when a passport will issue to a person (details supplied). [13023/11]

Written Answers — Pension Provisions: Pension Provisions (25 May 2011)

Martin Ferris: Question 112: To ask the Minister for Social Protection if a person applying for a contributory old age pension is obliged to have all outstanding tax liabilities paid prior to receiving the pension. [13021/11]

Written Answers — Pension Provisions: Pension Provisions (25 May 2011)

Martin Ferris: Question 113: To ask the Minister for Social Protection if a person applying for non-contributory pension is only obliged to clear outstanding PRSI contributions before being given the pension. [13022/11]

Written Answers — Social Welfare Appeals: Social Welfare Appeals (25 May 2011)

Martin Ferris: Question 114: To ask the Minister for Social Protection when a decision on an application for rent allowance will issue in respect of a person (details supplied). [13024/11]

Fisheries Protection (25 May 2011)

Martin Ferris: According to the Minister, the protocol regarding the fisheries off the Moroccan coast was due to cease in February 2011. Is there any evidence that any part of our fishing fleet or, more importantly, any part of an Irish-registered fishing fleet as distinct from Irish vessels is exploiting those waters without operating within the protocol? I accept fully that it is a human rights issue....

Common Fisheries Policy (25 May 2011)

Martin Ferris: I fully support the Minister in his endeavours to ensure the quota system is preserved as it is. If there is a major deficiency in the Irish fleet, it is a lack of quota. In the negotiations on the CFP, I hope the Minister will do everything in his power to gain extra quota for Irish fisherman so they can have a sustainable income and a viable business.

Order of Business (25 May 2011)

Martin Ferris: Can the Taoiseach clarify the position regarding a person who has paid into a contributory pension, but is in tax arrears when he or she reaches the age at which he or she is entitled to the old age pension?

Order of Business (25 May 2011)

Martin Ferris: Is there promised legislation or intended legislation in this regard?

Order of Business (25 May 2011)

Martin Ferris: Can the Taoiseach clarify whether-----