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Road Transport Bill 2011: Second Stage (Resumed) (23 Nov 2011)

Bernard Durkan: I am glad to have an opportunity to speak on this legislation. I can remember speaking on the original road transport legislation 25 years ago, as I am sure can the Leas-Cheann Comhairle. I fear this is a sign of the times. There are couple of points on which I want to comment. The introduction of regulation to the public transport sector is very important. We must all recognise this has...

Leaders' Questions (23 Nov 2011)

Bernard Durkan: Is this coming from Fianna Fáil?

Leaders' Questions (23 Nov 2011)

Bernard Durkan: It is, when that point comes from Deputy Martin.

Leaders' Questions (23 Nov 2011)

Bernard Durkan: Fianna Fáil was in government for 15 years and it did not give opportunities to anyone.

Leaders' Questions (23 Nov 2011)

Bernard Durkan: Did Deputy Martin brief his backbenchers?

Leaders' Questions (23 Nov 2011)

Bernard Durkan: Deputy Martin abolished the health boards.

Leaders' Questions (23 Nov 2011)

Bernard Durkan: I apologise.

Leaders' Questions (23 Nov 2011)

Bernard Durkan: He is being honest with the people.

Leaders' Questions (23 Nov 2011)

Bernard Durkan: The Deputy should be honest and tell the people the truth.

Leaders' Questions (23 Nov 2011)

Bernard Durkan: The Deputy is being an elf himself. The Deputy knows all about this.

Written Answers — EU Funding: EU Funding (22 Nov 2011)

Bernard Durkan: Question 71: To ask the Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation the extent to which Irish enterprise has made contact through his Department or directly with the relevant EU Commissioner with the objective of accessing the appropriate funding for job creation, innovation and technology; the number of projects to date approved under such heading; the number of projects, if known,...

Written Answers — Job Creation: Job Creation (22 Nov 2011)

Bernard Durkan: Question 75: To ask the Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation the extent to which the relevant personnel within his Department have focused on the various issues affecting, impeding or obstructing job creation, enterprise and innovation; the extent to which positive intervention has been examined with a view to maximising opportunities in the areas for which he has responsibility; the...

Written Answers — Job Creation: Job Creation (22 Nov 2011)

Bernard Durkan: Question 231: To ask the Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation the extent that he and or his Department have examined the extent to which job creation is impeded by specific practices; the main issues that have emerged; the extent to which the large, small and/or medium sized sector is affected; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36328/11]

Written Answers — FÁS Training Programmes: FÁS Training Programmes (22 Nov 2011)

Bernard Durkan: Question 147: To ask the Minister for Education and Skills the reason a further 12 weeks must be completed post-Christmas 2011 in respect of a FÁS course already undertaken by a person (details supplied) in County Westmeath in view of the fact that they have completed 272 weeks to date for same of which documentation can be provided by their employer; and if he will make a statement on the...

Written Answers — Job Creation: Job Creation (22 Nov 2011)

Bernard Durkan: Question 230: To ask the Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation the extent to which he has evaluated the potential for job creation on an annual basis over the next five years through innovation; how this is likely to be manifested through small and medium-sized businesses; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36327/11]

Written Answers — Economic Competitiveness: Economic Competitiveness (22 Nov 2011)

Bernard Durkan: Question 232: To ask the Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation the degree to which he has identified issues that might impede competitiveness in the areas for which his Department has responsibility; the action taken or proposed in this regard; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36329/11]

Written Answers — Job Creation: Job Creation (22 Nov 2011)

Bernard Durkan: Question 233: To ask the Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation the number of jobs created in each of the past three years and to date in 2011; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36330/11]

Written Answers — Job Creation: Job Creation (22 Nov 2011)

Bernard Durkan: Question 234: To ask the Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation the number of jobs created in each of the past three years and to date in 2011 in the manufacturing sector in small or large-scale business locations; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36331/11]

Written Answers — Job Creation: Job Creation (22 Nov 2011)

Bernard Durkan: Question 235: To ask the Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation the number of jobs created in the service area in each of the past three years to date in 2011; the number that were created in small to medium-sized enterprises or in large corporations; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36332/11]

Written Answers — Job Initiative: Job Initiative (22 Nov 2011)

Bernard Durkan: Question 236: To ask the Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation the number of positions filled arising from the job initiative; the degree to which this can be enhanced; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36333/11]