Results 5,661-5,680 of 6,645 for speaker:Jimmy Deenihan

State Boards. (6 Jul 2006)

Jimmy Deenihan: When the Minister was asked in this House why he had not published the report earlier, he said it was because he wanted due process. Was there due process when these leaks were carried out? In most cases they were very selective. As regards the report's recommendations, I produced a Bill two weeks ago which was rejected by the Minister. I was accused of pre-empting this report. Does the...

State Boards. (6 Jul 2006)

Jimmy Deenihan: I will conclude but this is very important. Does Bord na gCon have a rule book, like they have in England? Will the Minister classify steroids as being a prohibited substance, as recommended in the report?

State Boards. (6 Jul 2006)

Jimmy Deenihan: Who was?

State Boards. (6 Jul 2006)

Jimmy Deenihan: Who is the mysterious individual?

State Boards. (6 Jul 2006)

Jimmy Deenihan: There should be an inquiry into it.

State Boards. (6 Jul 2006)

Jimmy Deenihan: There should be an inquiry into it.

State Boards. (6 Jul 2006)

Jimmy Deenihan: I read it all in the newspaper in April.

State Boards. (6 Jul 2006)

Jimmy Deenihan: I suggested the Bill in 1997.

State Boards. (6 Jul 2006)

Jimmy Deenihan: A Cheann Comhairle——

State Boards. (6 Jul 2006)

Jimmy Deenihan: I remind the Minister that the Bill I proposed the last day was the one I had ready for publication in 1997, just before we left office, and that was not pursued by the Government.

Tourism Promotion. (6 Jul 2006)

Jimmy Deenihan: Question 4: To ask the Minister for Arts, Sport and Tourism the timeframe for the merging of regional tourism authorities with Fáilte Ireland, in view of the refusal by the north-west RTA to wind up the company; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27535/06]

Tourism Promotion. (6 Jul 2006)

Jimmy Deenihan: In the event of the north-west regional tourism agency refusing to wind down its company, is any legal process open to Fáilte Ireland or the Department to direct it to wind down? If it does not wind down, will the whole process cease or can the other four authorities go ahead? Will the Minister clarify what the position will be if it refuses to wind down at the meeting? The Minister's reply...

Sports Facilities. (6 Jul 2006)

Jimmy Deenihan: Will the Department's audit include the level of facilities available in primary schools throughout the country? If not, why? Facilities in schools are important.

National Stadium. (6 Jul 2006)

Jimmy Deenihan: Question 25: To ask the Minister for Arts, Sport and Tourism if progress is on schedule regarding the new Lansdowne Road stadium; the deadline for a decision from Dublin City Council on the planning application; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26964/06]

National Stadium. (6 Jul 2006)

Jimmy Deenihan: Will the problem with this particular house hold up the planning process? Will the council be able to grant planning permission and at the same time not consider the status of this house? Can the city council look for further information at the end of the month or has the time for seeking further information expired? Will the decision, whether or not to grant planning permission, at the end...

National Theatre. (6 Jul 2006)

Jimmy Deenihan: What procurement model will be adopted? It is decision time regarding the proposed new national theatre because the existing theatre is outdated and the facilities are very poor. The saga surrounding the provision of a new building must reach a conclusion sooner rather than later. We profess and boast about being a modern country and, therefore, a building that represents the progress we have...

Tourism Promotion. (6 Jul 2006)

Jimmy Deenihan: Is the Minister concerned that according to recent figures, the US market seems to have decreased and the trend of bed night losses in the west seems to be continuing? In that context, the ITIC report specifically mentioned business tourism. At present, one does not pay VAT when one attends a business conference in Northern Ireland. However, one does so in the Republic of Ireland. Will the...

Disposal of Shares in Aer Lingus Group plc: Motion. (6 Jul 2006)

Jimmy Deenihan: I am glad to have the opportunity to speak on this motion. Aer Lingus is synonymous with this country. It is a well-known brand throughout Europe and other parts of the world. It has been the flag-carrier for Irish tourism for years. It is important to recognise that the high standards of hospitality of Aer Lingus and the friendliness of its air hostesses are the reason so many people prefer...

Disposal of Shares in Aer Lingus Group plc: Motion. (6 Jul 2006)

Jimmy Deenihan: A delegation is here from San José at present, seeking Aer Lingus flights to that city. It is in the middle of Silicon Valley, which has contributed so much to Ireland. Major IT companies based here want a dedicated service to San José airport. That is the demand which exists and the company needs money to meet that demand. From where will the money come? It will come from either State...

Disposal of Shares in Aer Lingus Group plc: Motion. (6 Jul 2006)

Jimmy Deenihan: This is indicative that we do not have enough time to discuss the matter. The efforts of the employees of Aer Lingus in bringing about this change must be recognised. Their concerns regarding pensions and so on must be addressed, and I mean that sincerely. I share Deputy Pat Breen's concerns about Shannon Airport. This has nothing to do with the Minister, but with the future policy of Aer...