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Irish Economy: Motion (17 Feb 2009)

Jack Wall: I ask the Deputy to move the adjournment of the debate.

Written Answers — US Military Bases: US Military Bases (12 Feb 2009)

Jack Wall: Question 14: To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs his views on the geopolitical situation in Central Asia in view of the decision by the authorities in Kyrgyzstan to no longer host a US military base on its territory reportedly as a result of pressure from the Government of the Russian Federation. [5215/09]

Written Answers — Foreign Conflicts: Foreign Conflicts (12 Feb 2009)

Jack Wall: Question 55: To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs his views on reports that North Korea has cancelled a nonaggression pact with South Korea and is preparing to test a long-range missile capable of reaching the state of Alaska, USA, in March 2009; and his further views on the potential impact of such an event on ongoing talks with North Korea. [5214/09]

Written Answers — Health Services: Health Services (12 Feb 2009)

Jack Wall: Question 100: To ask the Minister for Health and Children the structure that applies in relation to a person seeking medical attention after normal general practitioner hours as in the case of a person (details supplied) in County Kildare; if circumstances change in relation to some cases; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [5361/09]

Recapitalisation of Allied Irish Banks and Bank of Ireland: Motion (12 Feb 2009)

Jack Wall: The Minister has one minute left.

Written Answers — Defence Forces Strength: Defence Forces Strength (11 Feb 2009)

Jack Wall: Question 233: To ask the Minister for Defence his plans to reduce the number of civilian posts in the Defence Forces; his further plans to change the specification of a particular post (details supplied) in County Kildare; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5294/09]

Written Answers — Social and Affordable Housing: Social and Affordable Housing (11 Feb 2009)

Jack Wall: Question 236: To ask the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government the number of applicants currently on social housing waiting list for a local authority (details supplied) in County Kildare; the number of applicants on the housing list for each of the past three years; the amount allocated to the local authority in respect of its social housing allocation for each of the...

Written Answers — Social and Affordable Housing: Social and Affordable Housing (11 Feb 2009)

Jack Wall: Question 237: To ask the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government the number of applicants currently on the social housing waiting list for a local authority (details supplied) in County Kildare; the number of applicants on the housing list for each of the past three years; the amount allocated to the local authority for its social housing allocation for each of the past...

Written Answers — Social and Affordable Housing: Social and Affordable Housing (11 Feb 2009)

Jack Wall: Question 238: To ask the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government the number of applicants currently on the social housing waiting list for a local authority (details supplied) in County Kildare; the number of applicants on the housing list for each of the past three years; the amount allocated to the local authority in respect of its social housing allocation for each of...

Written Answers — School Transport: School Transport (11 Feb 2009)

Jack Wall: Question 276: To ask the Minister for Education and Science the position of a request for school transport in respect of persons (details supplied) in County Kildare; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5097/09]

Charities Bill 2007: From the Seanad (11 Feb 2009)

Jack Wall: I agree with the amendments. The last matter raised draws attention to the question of many trusts which, because of the death of other trustees, have only one remaining member. That may need to be addressed under different legislation, but it is a significant concern for trusts throughout the country. For example, it may be a concern in sports organisations which have a trustee for the...

Charities Bill 2007: From the Seanad (11 Feb 2009)

Jack Wall: I welcome the amendment. It puts a belt and braces on matters. I recall when the issue was first discussed, officials believed there was no need for the amendment. However, the matter was debated and it helps to complete a good section of the Bill. I appreciate the inclusion of the amendment by the Minister.

Charities Bill 2007: From the Seanad (11 Feb 2009)

Jack Wall: I welcome the decision of the Minister of State to ensure that this is part of the Bill. It covers our feelings about representations to the Labour Party and our concerns on reading the first draft of the Bill. It strengthens the Bill and ensures that people will benefit from it. We are worried about cults and the unfortunate people they recruit. We receive e-mails etc. promising us that...

Charities Bill 2007: From the Seanad (11 Feb 2009)

Jack Wall: On reflection.

Charities Bill 2007: From the Seanad (11 Feb 2009)

Jack Wall: Various groups contacted me about this, including Amnesty International, the Free Legal Advice Centres, FLAC, the Irish Council for Civil Liberties, ICCL, Front Line and the Wheel. They are concerned about this argument. They say that the Bill already provides that even if the charities regulator recognises an organisation as a charity the Revenue Commissioners have the discretion to refuse...

Charities Bill 2007: From the Seanad (11 Feb 2009)

Jack Wall: Is there not a risk of a charity chasing its tail if it must go to the regulator to acquire charitable status but the Revenue Commissioners refuse this, or vice versa?

Charities Bill 2007: From the Seanad (11 Feb 2009)

Jack Wall: Very well.

Charities Bill 2007: From the Seanad (11 Feb 2009)

Jack Wall: I also thank the Minister of State for the changes he has made. Obviously, it is good to note that some of the amendments, as proposed in this House, have been included. The issue of human rights has again raised its head on foot of representations from various groups such as Amnesty International, FLAC, the Irish Council for Civil Liberties, Frontline, Wheel, etc. They have all raised...

Written Answers — Energy Resources: Energy Resources (10 Feb 2009)

Jack Wall: Question 109: To ask the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources if he has met with a group (details supplied); the outcome of that meeting; if he has not met this group, if he will meet with them and when; the position on underground and over ground lines; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4542/09]

Written Answers — Alternative Energy Projects: Alternative Energy Projects (10 Feb 2009)

Jack Wall: Question 117: To ask the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources the funding available within his Department to research and develop a biomass boiler that uses renewable energy feed stock; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4541/09]