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Explosive Devices. (9 Mar 2006)

Jim O'Keeffe: We will debate mandatory sentencing——

Explosive Devices. (9 Mar 2006)

Jim O'Keeffe: We will debate mandatory sentencing in its proper time. We do not have mandatory sentences as there is such a "let out" clause.

Explosive Devices. (9 Mar 2006)

Jim O'Keeffe: They are not there.

Explosive Devices. (9 Mar 2006)

Jim O'Keeffe: We do not have mandatory sentencing as the "let out" clause means mandatory sentencing is only applied in 5% of cases, but that is a separate issue. I want to go back to the issue of pipe bombs.

Explosive Devices. (9 Mar 2006)

Jim O'Keeffe: Does the Minister accept that the use of pipe bombs in Dublin, which are usually associated with Northern Ireland, is a sinister development?

Explosive Devices. (9 Mar 2006)

Jim O'Keeffe: Is it correct to say that this development is the result of an alliance between so-called republican elements and gangland criminals?

Written Answers — National Identity Card: National Identity Card (9 Mar 2006)

Jim O'Keeffe: Question 37: To ask the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform his views on the need to introduce an identity card along the lines of those being introduced in Britain; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9612/06]

Written Answers — Garda Stations: Garda Stations (9 Mar 2006)

Jim O'Keeffe: Question 99: To ask the Minister for Finance the situation regarding a proposed new Garda barracks at a location (details supplied) in County Cork. [9815/06]

Written Answers — Driving Tests: Driving Tests (9 Mar 2006)

Jim O'Keeffe: Question 143: To ask the Minister for Transport his proposals for the re-testing of qualified drivers to include those with years of accident-free experience; and the details of such proposals and the rationale therefor. [9916/06]

Written Answers — Harbours and Piers: Harbours and Piers (9 Mar 2006)

Jim O'Keeffe: Question 141: To ask the Minister for Transport the proposed plans and options available to Kinsale Harbour Commissioners in relation to its future; the funding which will be made available towards its development plans to Adams Quay and otherwise; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9910/06]

Written Answers — Driving Tests: Driving Tests (9 Mar 2006)

Jim O'Keeffe: Question 142: To ask the Minister for Transport the number of people on the waiting list for driving tests; and the average delay in obtaining same. [9911/06]

Written Answers — School Transport: School Transport (9 Mar 2006)

Jim O'Keeffe: Question 201: To ask the Minister for Education and Science the consequences in terms of availability of school transport for the next school year for catchment boundary children as a result of the improved safety measures on school transport buses; and if her Department will ensure that as a result of these safety measures, no student is left without transport to the school of their choice...

Written Answers — Schools Refurbishment: Schools Refurbishment (9 Mar 2006)

Jim O'Keeffe: Question 212: To ask the Minister for Education and Science when the application for capital funding for the extension to a school (details supplied) in County Cork was received; and the steps being taken by way of consideration of the project at the moment. [9928/06]

Written Answers — End-of-Life Vehicles: End-of-Life Vehicles (8 Mar 2006)

Jim O'Keeffe: Question 33: To ask the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government the proposed operation of the draft regulations on end-of-life vehicles for cars and vans; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9476/06]

Written Answers — Fire Services: Fire Services (8 Mar 2006)

Jim O'Keeffe: Question 57: To ask the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government when responsibility for fire safety, previously the function of the National Safety Council, will be transferred to his Department; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9477/06]

Order of Business. (8 Mar 2006)

Jim O'Keeffe: What about legislation on gun culture?

Order of Business. (8 Mar 2006)

Jim O'Keeffe: Why not?

Order of Business. (8 Mar 2006)

Jim O'Keeffe: One would get more from an amadán.

Leaders' Questions. (8 Mar 2006)

Jim O'Keeffe: This is three days in a row.

Leaders' Questions. (8 Mar 2006)

Jim O'Keeffe: Why was he not behind bars?