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European Council Meeting: Statements (22 Mar 2016)

Enda Kenny: I wish to express my deepest sympathy to the victims of the horrific bomb attacks that took place in Brussels this morning. These acts were utterly indiscriminate and an attack on our society and democratic values. I condemn them in the strongest possible terms, as I also condemn the attacks in Mali last night. Those who seek to use death and violence in this way must be confronted, will...

Business of Dáil (22 Mar 2016)

Enda Kenny: We had agreed on the last occasion that the Dáil would meet today and again on 6 April. In respect of recognising the changed circumstances that apply, I proposed two amendments to what was agreed on the last occasion. The first was to extend the period for discussion, ideas and issues surrounding housing and homelessness and the second concerned the very important matter of giving...

Nomination of Taoiseach (Resumed) (22 Mar 2016)

Enda Kenny: Following the sitting of the Dáil on 10 March, I went to Áras an Úachtaráin to tender my resignation as Taoiseach to the President, who accepted it. In accordance with the Constitution, my Government colleagues and I are continuing to carry out our duties and will do so until a new Government is appointed. The issues of the nomination of a Taoiseach and the formation of...

Business of Dáil (22 Mar 2016)

Enda Kenny: On 10 March, the House ordered the business for today's sitting. At the request of many Deputies, I propose a minor amendment to the Order of Business to provide more time for the statements on homelessness and housing and to enable non-aligned Members to participate in these debates. I, therefore, propose, notwithstanding anything in Standing Orders, that the order of the Dáil of 10...

Donegal Tragedy and Brussels Attacks: Expressions of Sympathy (22 Mar 2016)

Enda Kenny: On behalf of the Government, I would like to express my sincere and deepest sympathies and condolences to the McGrotty family on their tragic loss in Buncrana on Sunday evening. Our hearts go out to them on what is a devastating impact on the lives of the extended family. We all know in our own lives the numbing grief that comes from the loss of a loved one. In these circumstances,...

Written Answers — Department of An Taoiseach: Employment Data (22 Mar 2016)

Enda Kenny: The Quarterly National Household Survey (QNHS) is the official source of estimates of employment (ILO) in the State. Estimates of employment are produced by NUTS 3 Regions. The NUTS 3 South-West region includes Cork City and County and County Kerry. Due to methodology and sample size it is not possible to produce reliable estimates for the County of Kerry from the QNHS as the survey is not...

Written Answers — Department of An Taoiseach: Departmental Staff Data (22 Mar 2016)

Enda Kenny: My Department recognises the importance of having a number of staff fluent in and capable of providing services through Irish. A number of staff working in my Department have indicated that they have proficiency in Irish and are competent to provide service to customers in Irish to varying degrees. Indeed, my Department's Customer Charter states that customers who wish to conduct their...

Sittings and Business of Dáil: Motion (10 Mar 2016)

Enda Kenny: I have already said that the Dáil should come back at 10.30 a.m. on 22 March. This morning there were three matters which were agreed to be discussed on 22 March.

Sittings and Business of Dáil: Motion (10 Mar 2016)

Enda Kenny: You have a very responsible Whip in the Sinn Féin party. The agreement was that there would be statements on the European Council meeting. The agreement was that there would be statements on the Council of Agriculture Ministers meeting and that there would be statements on housing and homelessness. I think these are three substantial issues and meeting from 10.30 a.m. will allow...

Sittings and Business of Dáil: Motion (10 Mar 2016)

Enda Kenny: On 22 March.

Sittings and Business of Dáil: Motion (10 Mar 2016)

Enda Kenny: Correct.

Sittings and Business of Dáil: Motion (10 Mar 2016)

Enda Kenny: Correct.

Sittings and Business of Dáil: Motion (10 Mar 2016)

Enda Kenny: First, if it is of any use, I have no objection to the House coming in at 10.30 a.m. on 22 March to enable people to have more time to make known their views here. The list of issues raised are just a few of an endless number and until there is a realistic opportunity to put together a Government, I am not sure the Deputies who raise the issues will get the best response. With all due...

Sittings and Business of Dáil: Motion (10 Mar 2016)

Enda Kenny: I would say on that issue that if we are in a position to do that, there is no objection to it but it may or may not be possible. The Deputy has a responsibility in this.

Sittings and Business of Dáil: Motion (10 Mar 2016)

Enda Kenny: The Deputy has a responsibility in this too.

Sittings and Business of Dáil: Motion (10 Mar 2016)

Enda Kenny: Yes, I agree.

Sittings and Business of Dáil: Motion (10 Mar 2016)

Enda Kenny: I agree it should be on the Order Paper and, if it is appropriate to do so, to move it.

Sittings and Business of Dáil: Motion (10 Mar 2016)

Enda Kenny: I cannot agree to all that.

Sittings and Business of Dáil: Motion (10 Mar 2016)

Enda Kenny: We will be as accommodating as possible to Members and to new Members in particular but there are a range of debates and issues there. In the absence of the formation of a Government, it is difficult to give Members the detailed up-to-date responses they require.

Sittings and Business of Dáil: Motion (10 Mar 2016)

Enda Kenny: No.