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Other Questions: Independent Broadcasting Sector (17 Jul 2013)

Michael Moynihan: The social content of what independent local radio stations do must be applauded because they have contributed enormously to vulnerable and elderly people. Is the report on RTE by the Broadcasting Authority of Ireland imminent within the next couple of weeks? When is it likely to be published?

Ceisteanna - Questions - Priority Questions: Petroleum and Gas Exploration (17 Jul 2013)

Michael Moynihan: The Minister will have to head for Scartaglin.

Ceisteanna - Questions - Priority Questions: National Postcode System Establishment (17 Jul 2013)

Michael Moynihan: 4. To ask the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources the estimated costs of the rolling out of the national postcode system; if the implementation of the postcode system will have any impact on employment levels in An Post; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35401/13]

Ceisteanna - Questions - Priority Questions: National Postcode System Establishment (17 Jul 2013)

Michael Moynihan: This issue is vitally important. We had a discussion on the post office network yesterday. There is need for fundamental engagement with all of society on the post office network. I am glad the Minister foresees that there will not be any employment issues and I hope that is correct. Another issue is to get the public to buy into this new system. Often when the change of this magnitude...

Ceisteanna - Questions - Priority Questions: National Postcode System Establishment (17 Jul 2013)

Michael Moynihan: Has any study or report been done, or have there been any discussions within the Department or the sector, on what impact a postcode system would have on the post office network?

Ceisteanna - Questions - Priority Questions: Electricity Transmission Network (17 Jul 2013)

Michael Moynihan: 1. To ask the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources if he is satisfied with the current operation of the electricity grid in the two jurisdictions on the island of Ireland; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36725/13]

Ceisteanna - Questions - Priority Questions: Electricity Transmission Network (17 Jul 2013)

Michael Moynihan: The integration of the grid by both jurisdictions on the island of Ireland is fundamental to our energy security for the future. There are issues relating to energy security in our neighbouring island. However, there is a plan to have the EU energy system fully integrated by 2014. Is the Minister satisfied that what is in place and the infrastructure being developed will allow us to be...

Ceisteanna - Questions - Priority Questions: Electricity Transmission Network (17 Jul 2013)

Michael Moynihan: The other point I raised was the EU Internal Market by 2014. What is the position with being fully integrated into that?

Ceisteanna - Questions - Priority Questions: Electricity Transmission Network (17 Jul 2013)

Michael Moynihan: However, there is a plan for that.

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Single Payment Scheme Applications (17 Jul 2013)

Michael Moynihan: 230. To ask the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine when single farm payment 2012 will issue in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Cork; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35565/13]

Report on Promoting a Sustainable Future for the Post Office Network: Statements (16 Jul 2013)

Michael Moynihan: I would like to share time with Deputy Troy.

Report on Promoting a Sustainable Future for the Post Office Network: Statements (16 Jul 2013)

Michael Moynihan: I welcome the opportunity to contribute to this discussion. I understand the Minister has to return to the Cabinet meeting. We are dealing with an important report. The joint committee put a great deal of work into its examination of the future of the post office network. I do not think there is anything more emotive in urban or rural communities than the closure of an office of the...

Written Answers — Department of Environment, Community and Local Government: National Spatial Strategy (16 Jul 2013)

Michael Moynihan: 78. To ask the Minister for Environment, Community and Local Government the timescale for the development and implementation of a new national spatial strategy; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33757/13]

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: Schools Building Projects Status (16 Jul 2013)

Michael Moynihan: 315. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills if he will provide an update on the proposed extension of a school (details supplied) in County Cork. [34192/13]

Mortgage Arrears Proposals: Motion (Resumed) [Private Members] (10 Jul 2013)

Michael Moynihan: I welcome the opportunity to speak on the debate and compliment Deputy Michael McGrath on moving a timely motion. This is one of the more serious issues with which every public representative is dealing on a daily basis. Deputy Fleming said the banks must learn from this. The parties opposite will remember that a bubble was created in the agricultural sector when we joined what was then...

Topical Issue Debate: Schools Amalgamation (10 Jul 2013)

Michael Moynihan: I thank the Minister of State. The one concern I have relates to the phrase in the second last paragraph "the value for money perspective", but we will leave that issue to one side. Time is passing. I know that requests were made that the officials from the OPW, the Department of Education and Skills and Cork County Council meet the local stakeholders, the patrons and members of the boards...

Topical Issue Debate: Schools Amalgamation (10 Jul 2013)

Michael Moynihan: The very important amalgamation of the two primary schools in Kanturk has been a long-running issue. Much work has been done in the past three or four years under the stewardship of Canon Jackie Corkery, who has brought great impetus, fairness and transparency to the ongoing issue. A considerable effort has been made by the VEC. In 2010 the Department of Education and Skills sanctioned a...

Committee on Transport and Communications: Select Sub-Committee on Communications, Energy and Natural Resources: Estimates for Public Services 2013
Vote 29 - Department of Communications, Energy and Natural Resources (Revised) (10 Jul 2013)

Michael Moynihan: I have just one question on the broadcasting licence fee and its appropriation among the independent broadcasters and RTÉ. How is that broken down percentage-wise? Would it be possible to take a look at how it is shared? Many independent broadcasters, particularly local radio stations, find it extremely difficult to operate and have cut their costs to the minimum. I do not need to...

Committee on Transport and Communications: Select Sub-Committee on Communications, Energy and Natural Resources: Estimates for Public Services 2013
Vote 29 - Department of Communications, Energy and Natural Resources (Revised) (10 Jul 2013)

Michael Moynihan: Capital funding for inland fisheries has increased by €334,000, which is a significant sum. Will the Minister provide a breakdown of the figure? Inland fisheries and waterways are among our great untapped resources. A significant level of activity has been developed around inland fisheries in various areas. We should encourage that as far as possible. When I see the heading...

Committee on Transport and Communications: Select Sub-Committee on Communications, Energy and Natural Resources: Estimates for Public Services 2013
Vote 29 - Department of Communications, Energy and Natural Resources (Revised) (10 Jul 2013)

Michael Moynihan: Under subhead D4, I note an increase from €256,000 in 2012 to €3,692,000 in 2013 for mining services. Will the Minister elaborate on this? Under subhead D3, the allocation for petroleum services was reduced from €1.1 million in 2012 to €398,000 in 2013. Will he explain this reduction? People believe we are going to have a significant oil or gas strike. I know...