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Other Questions: Ministerial Priorities (17 Jul 2014)

Michael Moynihan: The independent networks, which are 25 years old this year, have provided a fantastic service throughout the land. Value for money is an issue within the State broadcaster. We cannot continue to ignore the huge issues in relation to the State broadcaster. It is vitally important for us to look at them. The other issue I raised was the complete under-utilisation of our inland fisheries as...

Other Questions: Hydraulic Fracturing (17 Jul 2014)

Michael Moynihan: 9. To ask the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources when the Environmental Protection Agency will complete its review of hydraulic fracturing; his position on hydraulic fracturing; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31427/14]

Other Questions: Hydraulic Fracturing (17 Jul 2014)

Michael Moynihan: The question is on the same theme as the previous question. When will the Environmental Protection Agency complete its review of hydraulic fracking? What is the position of the Minister of State on hydraulic fracking?

Other Questions: Sale of State Assets (17 Jul 2014)

Michael Moynihan: 6. To ask the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources to set out the final revenues raised by the sale of Bord Gáis Energy; the way the resources generated by the sale will be used by Government; the spend on consultants and other expertise during and on completion of the sale; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31426/14]

Other Questions: Sale of State Assets (17 Jul 2014)

Michael Moynihan: Will the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources set out the final revenues raised by the sale of Bord Gáis Energy, the way the resources generated by the sale will be used by Government, the spend on consultants and other expertise during and on completion of the sale, and make a statement on the matter?

Other Questions: Sale of State Assets (17 Jul 2014)

Michael Moynihan: We opposed the Bill as it was going through the House. The Minister has outlined what has been accrued from the sale. It is vital that the moneys from the sale are used to best possible effect for job creation. The Department should examine the shortfalls in the areas under its remit and what is needed within the Department. The previous question from Deputy Healy related to broadband....

Ceisteanna - Questions - Priority Questions: Post Office Network (17 Jul 2014)

Michael Moynihan: 4. To ask the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources the actions he has taken to secure the future of our post office network; his position regarding the impact on local post offices of the use of electronic transfer for social welfare payments; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31678/14]

Ceisteanna - Questions - Priority Questions: Post Office Network (17 Jul 2014)

Michael Moynihan: What actions does the Minister intend to take regarding the future of the post office network? The network is under constant threat due to the impact of electronic transfers in the social welfare payments system. Will he give his opinion on the future of the post office network?

Ceisteanna - Questions - Priority Questions: Post Office Network (17 Jul 2014)

Michael Moynihan: There has been huge debate both inside and outside this House about the post office network and what it requires. We all support the post office network but despite that, the network across the country is dwindling. It is time for a fundamental shift in policy. Earlier we referred to the obligation on the ESB to maintain its network deep in rural communities, which is an obligation imposed...

Ceisteanna - Questions - Priority Questions: Post Office Network (17 Jul 2014)

Michael Moynihan: I have studied this back and forth. There has been much talk about giving State business to An Post. The driver licence system should have been given to An Post and the terms of reference for the tendering should have been changed to ensure it did go to An Post. What should emerge from the whole-of-government report is that every State service should be geared towards An Post. Of the 17...

Ceisteanna - Questions - Priority Questions: Energy Prices (17 Jul 2014)

Michael Moynihan: I thank the Minister for his reply. One of the main energy suppliers in the Irish market, ESB, made a profit of some €425 million in 2013, an increase of 23% on the previous year. My understanding is that the CER is there to protect householders and businesses by ensuring there is a competitive market and helping them to secure the cheapest possible electricity. I am concerned that...

Ceisteanna - Questions - Priority Questions: Energy Prices (17 Jul 2014)

Michael Moynihan: Notwithstanding his point regarding statutory powers and so forth, which I accept, does the Minister, as custodian for the public interest in this area, intend to engage with the CER on this issue? I am sure there is provision for the Minister to seek a meeting with the regulator to discuss its performance and convey the concerns of the public and business owners regarding decisions it has...

Ceisteanna - Questions - Priority Questions: Energy Prices (17 Jul 2014)

Michael Moynihan: 1. To ask the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources the actions he will take to address the increasing cost of electricity for customers and businesses; if his attention has been drawn to the great concern amongst multinationals at the recent increase in the PSO levy; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31677/14]

Ceisteanna - Questions - Priority Questions: Energy Prices (17 Jul 2014)

Michael Moynihan: I congratulate the new Minister and Minister of State and wish them the very best in the Department of Communications, Marine and Natural Resources. I pay tribute to the former Minister, Deputy Pat Rabbitte, and the former Minister of State, Deputy Fergus O'Dowd, and thank them for their courtesy over the past two years. I hope we will have as good a working relationship with the new...

Written Answers — Department of Communications, Energy and Natural Resources: Renewable Energy Generation Targets (17 Jul 2014)

Michael Moynihan: 15. To ask the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources his Departments position with regard to the viability of biomass energy as an energy resource which could be utilised on the Irish electricity grid; if Ireland is currently reaching its EU targets with regard to renewable energy; the further actions that will be taken to reach our EU targets in the energy sector; and if...

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: Schools Building Projects Status (16 Jul 2014)

Michael Moynihan: 85. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills the position of her Department in relation to the application made to the forward planning section for a new 800-pupil gaelcholáiste in Ballincollig, County Cork; if her attention has been drawn to the pressing need for this development in view of the demand for places over the coming years to cater for the students from the four...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport and Communications: 25 Years of Independent Broadcasting: Independent Broadcasters of Ireland (15 Jul 2014)

Michael Moynihan: I welcome the witnesses and those in the gallery to the committee. I congratulate the members of the Independent Broadcasters of Ireland on what they have achieved in the past 25 years. It was a challenging time, and many fine radio stations, as mentioned by Mr. Purcell, have set up a service. We can all name the ones in our own areas. They have a proud record of broadcasting on...

Written Answers — Department of Communications, Energy and Natural Resources: Oireachtas Proceedings (15 Jul 2014)

Michael Moynihan: 441. To ask the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources if he will ensure the broadcasting of Dáil Éireann through the Oireachtas channel will include subtitles; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31454/14]

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Herd Numbers (15 Jul 2014)

Michael Moynihan: 540. To ask the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine when the entitlements transfer from a person (details supplied) in County Cork to a third party will be completed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31028/14]

Written Answers — Department of Health: Legislative Measures (15 Jul 2014)

Michael Moynihan: 685. To ask the Minister for Health if section 26 of the 1985 Nurses Act supersedes section 13(8) of the Act; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31465/14]