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Written Answers — Decentralisation Programme: Decentralisation Programme (17 Feb 2010)

Micheál Martin: The Government has decided to defer elements of its Decentralisation Programme for further consideration until 2011. Accordingly, any decision on the future, or otherwise, of the site purchased in Dungarvan for the Ordnance Survey will be made in the context of that decision.

Written Answers — Refugee Resettlement: Refugee Resettlement (17 Feb 2010)

Micheál Martin: The Government takes a close interest in the situation of Roma families in Kosovo and, in particular, those living in temporary camps which are exposed to high levels of lead contamination. The Taoiseach raised the living conditions of the Roma when he met President Sejdiu and Prime Minister Thaci during his visit to Kosovo on 22 December 2008. The Deputy will also be aware that the matter...

Written Answers — Middle East Peace Process: Middle East Peace Process (17 Feb 2010)

Micheál Martin: Electricity supplies in Gaza during 2009 were generally stable at about 202 Megawatts – 120 MW supplied by and purchased from Israel, 17 MW purchased from Egypt, and 65MW produced in the Gaza Power Plant. This is estimated to be about 70% of the total demand for power in Gaza, if all domestic, civic and normal commercial needs were met. The Gaza Power Plant operates at reduced capacity...

Seanad: Power Sharing Agreement in Northern Ireland: Motion (17 Feb 2010)

Micheál Martin: Ba mhaith liom buíochas a ghabháil leis na Seanadóirí as ucht an chuiridh a chur siad romhaim agus toisc go bhfuil an díospóireacht seo ar siúl. Is ceist an-thábhachtach ar fad í agus admhaím go bhfuil tuairimí na Seanadóirí rí-thábhachtach ar fad. Gan amhras, beimid ag éisteacht leo agus ag déanamh scrúdú ar an méid atá ráite acu go dtí seo. I welcome this...

Seanad: Power Sharing Agreement in Northern Ireland: Motion (17 Feb 2010)

Micheál Martin: I have known him for a long time. Like Senator Alex White, I was a student leader in the 1980s when I first met him. He has made an enormous contribution and he has much more to contribute to political life in the future. I also wish to congratulate Margaret Ritchie on her election and to wish her every success in her new role as SDLP leader. The Taoiseach and I met with Margaret Ritchie...

Seanad: Power Sharing Agreement in Northern Ireland: Motion (17 Feb 2010)

Micheál Martin: Such attacks by so-called dissident republicans do not represent the democratic will of the people on this island. They offer nothing but pain and suffering to the people. The best response to give to such persons is to complete the devolution of policing and justice powers to secure the stability of the democratic institutions and to show that politics is delivering for all the people of...

Seanad: Power Sharing Agreement in Northern Ireland: Motion (17 Feb 2010)

Micheál Martin: No, I was uncomfortable about the exchanges regarding groceries. People need to take a long-term approach to this issue. As Senator Keaveney said, it has worked both ways. It has created issues on both sides of the Border, about that there is no question. I follow the instincts of Senator Quinn and others. We are coming from a perspective which is all-Ireland in terms of trade, which is...

Seanad: Power Sharing Agreement in Northern Ireland: Motion (17 Feb 2010)

Micheál Martin: There was a vote of confidence.

Seanad: Power Sharing Agreement in Northern Ireland: Motion (17 Feb 2010)

Micheál Martin: As the Senator can imagine, a vote of confidence is a significant matter and my close colleague is the Minister, Deputy O'Dea.

Seanad: Power Sharing Agreement in Northern Ireland: Motion (17 Feb 2010)

Micheál Martin: It shows the importance of tone, voice and dialect.

Seanad: Power Sharing Agreement in Northern Ireland: Motion (17 Feb 2010)

Micheál Martin: Who said that?

Seanad: Power Sharing Agreement in Northern Ireland: Motion (17 Feb 2010)

Micheál Martin: The Senator knows full well what we are doing on that and we will communicate with him, as we have communicated with Senators up to now.

Seanad: Power Sharing Agreement in Northern Ireland: Motion (17 Feb 2010)

Micheál Martin: The Senator should be careful about articulating what may be misinformation.

Seanad: Power Sharing Agreement in Northern Ireland: Motion (17 Feb 2010)

Micheál Martin: I do not believe the Senator should give it the status he is giving it now.

Written Answers — EU 2020 Strategy: EU 2020 Strategy (16 Feb 2010)

Micheál Martin: Given the backdrop of the most severe economic and financial crisis seen in generations, the need for a renewed approach on the part of the EU and its Member States, cannot be overstated. The EU's Lisbon Strategy on growth and jobs did not achieve all of its targets but had its positive impact. There are useful lessons from it to be applied, as the EU works towards agreeing a successor...

Written Answers — Democratic Accountability: Democratic Accountability (16 Feb 2010)

Micheál Martin: Angola has undergone major development since the end of its civil war, one of the longest-running civil wars in Africa, in 2002. It has achieved rapid economic growth, thanks to a boom in oil production and high international oil prices. As Africa's largest oil producer, Angola's economic boom continues today, notwithstanding a temporary downturn in 2008/09. Hopes that the ending of Angola's...

Written Answers — Departmental Property: Departmental Property (16 Feb 2010)

Micheál Martin: The State owns 37 properties abroad. Their estimated value is currently in the order of €153 million. However, I would caution that this estimate is subject to the price volatility of the current property market across the globe. These properties have been acquired for use as office premises and official Residences of Heads of Mission. They provide platforms to enable our Missions to raise...

Written Answers — UN Conventions: UN Conventions (16 Feb 2010)

Micheál Martin: The Government fully recognises the importance of ensuring that the specific needs of people with disabilities are taken into account in all humanitarian planning and programming. Our approach is entirely consistent with the provisions of Article 11 of the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, which relates to the protection and safety of persons with disabilities in...

Written Answers — Foreign Conflicts: Foreign Conflicts (16 Feb 2010)

Micheál Martin: Speaking in Dáil Éireann on 20 March 2003, at the commencement of the debate on a Government motion tabled by the Government noting the imminence of military action by a United States led coalition against Iraq, the then Taoiseach said the following in relation to the interpretation of Security Council Resolution 1441: "Ireland made its position clear in the Security Council, immediately...

Written Answers — Tax Code: Tax Code (16 Feb 2010)

Micheál Martin: It is important to note that Ireland is not regarded as a tax haven by either the OECD, the United States or any of the other major industrialised countries of the world. This is evidenced by the large and growing network of tax treaties that Ireland has in place with other countries around the world. Ireland has now signed comprehensive Double Taxation treaties with 56 countries. Our Treaty...