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Topical Issue Debate: Community Development Projects (1 Apr 2015)

Joe O'Reilly: I thank the Deputy. The Minister of State will have noted that. We have to move to the next topical issue.

Topical Issue Debate: Community Development Projects (1 Apr 2015)

Joe O'Reilly: My apologies, the Deputy has one minute.

Topical Issue Debate: Community Development Projects (1 Apr 2015)

Joe O'Reilly: My sincere apologies to my colleagues for that error.

Topical Issue Matters (1 Apr 2015)

Joe O'Reilly: I wish to advise the House of the following matters in respect of which notice has been given under Standing Order 27A, and the name of the Member in each case: (1) Deputy Michael McCarthy - progress on the Autism Bill 2012; (2) Deputies Catherine Byrne, Eric Byrne and Joan Collins - the decision by Pobal to cease funding for two VEC sports centres in Inchicore and Crumlin; (3) Deputy Jack...

Written Answers — Department of Social Protection: Exceptional Needs Payment Eligibility (25 Mar 2015)

Joe O'Reilly: 29. To ask the Minister for Social Protection the assistances available to families having to bury a deceased indigent relative; the criteria used to decide on such benefit; the degrees of kinship that qualify for available assistance; if the personal means of that person is taken into account; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [12293/15]

Straitéis 20 Bliain don Ghaeilge: Statements (11 Mar 2015)

Joe O'Reilly: Ba mhaith liom fáilte a chur roimh an Aire Stáit, an Teachta McHugh, agus ba mhaith liom a rá go bhfuil sé ag saothrú go díograiseach ar son na teanga. Tréaslaím leis as an dea-obair sin. Tá áthas orm a bheith ábalta páirt a ghlacadh sa díospóireacht thábhachtach seo. Tá an straitéis don Ghaeilge...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on European Union Affairs: Possible Exit of UK from European Union: Discussion (Resumed) (5 Mar 2015)

Joe O'Reilly: I regret that I have to leave the meeting soon but I look forward to reading the delegates' responses next week when the blacks of the proceedings of today's meeting are available. I welcome Baroness Quin, whom I met briefly prior to the meeting, and Mr. Halligan whom we all know by reputation and is held in great regard throughout the country. I also thank them both for their...

Social Welfare (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2015: Second Stage (Resumed) (4 Mar 2015)

Joe O'Reilly: I wish to share time with Deputy Farrell.

Social Welfare (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2015: Second Stage (Resumed) (4 Mar 2015)

Joe O'Reilly: Ós rud é go bhfuil Seachtain na Gaeilge ar siúl faoi láthair, tosnóidh mé as Gaeilge. Ba mhaith liom mo chomhghairdeas a ghabháil leis an Tánaiste as ucht an sár-jab atá déanta aici sa Roinn. In ainneoin na gciorruithe riachtanacha, bhí sí ábalta na bunrátaí a choimeád. Bhí sé deacair é sin...

Written Answers — Department of Environment, Community and Local Government: Unfinished Housing Developments (3 Mar 2015)

Joe O'Reilly: 544. To ask the Minister for Environment, Community and Local Government if Cavan County Council has submitted an application to his Department regarding the release of funding and the taking-over of a housing estate, known as Lisgrey Gardens, at Bailieborough, County Cavan; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8910/15]

Written Answers — Department of Communications, Energy and Natural Resources: Fisheries Protection (3 Mar 2015)

Joe O'Reilly: 585. To ask the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources the position regarding the publication of photographs and postings on Facebook and other social media, which seems to suggest that there is widespread killing of freshwater fish species, contrary to fisheries regulations, particularly in counties Cavan and Monaghan (details supplied); his views that the current...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Tourism Promotion (3 Mar 2015)

Joe O'Reilly: 600. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the State agency, or agencies, responsible for promoting Ireland as a tourist angling destination; the level of funding the agency or agencies have to do this in 2015; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8907/15]

Children and Family Relationships Bill 2015: Second Stage (Resumed) (25 Feb 2015)

Joe O'Reilly: I congratulate the Minister, Deputy Fitzgerald, on her introduction of this Bill, which is complex but rational and workable legislation, and for being so progressive in carrying on the type of reforming work commenced by her predecessor, rather than leaving things as they are and taking the "cute" political option. Like Deputy Ó Caoláin, I come from a part of the country where...

Order of Business (18 Feb 2015)

Joe O'Reilly: What is the status of the apprenticeship Bill, bearing in mind the current shortage of apprentices? We need to modernise our apprenticeship system for sound economic and educational reasons and to provide simulated apprenticeships in particular areas. During his visit to Cavan-Monaghan last week the Taoiseach will have seen how the ETB there has adjusted to the modern situation in terms of...

Order of Business (18 Feb 2015)

Joe O'Reilly: This legislation is very important from an education and economic point of view. I am anxious to see it progressed.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on European Union Affairs: Possible Exit of UK from European Union: Colm McCarthy (10 Feb 2015)

Joe O'Reilly: I join my colleague, Deputy Durkan, in congratulating the Vice Chairman on his elevation, wishing him well in the role, and expressing my complete belief that he will distinguish himself in that role as he has in others. I welcome Mr. McCarthy. We have met on a number of occasions and he has good connections with the Breffni county. Mr. McCarthy did not talk much about the role of UKIP,...

Customs Bill 2014: Second Stage (Resumed) (5 Feb 2015)

Joe O'Reilly: I welcome the opportunity to speak on this Bill. This week, a cross-Border raid on properties connected to an organised tobacco smuggling outfit resulted in the seizure of millions of cigarettes and a large quantity of cash. Some 334,000 branded cigarettes were recovered, with a retail value of €167,000 and potential tax revenue of just over €100,000. This was a significant...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on the Implementation of the Good Friday Agreement: Developments in Cross-Border Transport Infrastructure: Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport (5 Feb 2015)

Joe O'Reilly: I join colleagues in welcoming the Minister and his official and thank him for his presentation, knowledge of the situation and frankness, which is always a good basis for a proper discussion. I may not be able to wait to hear the response as I must make a Second Stage contribution in the Dáil. I will read the blacks later with interest as this matter is very relevant to the...

Order of Business (20 Jan 2015)

Joe O'Reilly: What is the progress of the public health (alcohol) Bill? We have a changing pattern of alcohol consumption bringing particular challenges in health and social life. The traditional Irish pub, which is so important for our tourism product and social life, is under threat.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on European Union Affairs: Priorities of Latvian Presidency of European Council: Latvian Ambassador to Ireland (20 Jan 2015)

Joe O'Reilly: I have received word my visitors have arrived so I must depart and I appreciate the Chairman allowing me this opportunity to speak. I share the Chairman's happiness that he expressed to the delegation on Latvia's ambition to bring forward the €300 billion investment package. I ask the ambassador to elaborate a bit more on the investment and I will read his comments later in the...