Results 561-580 of 897 for speaker:Brian Walsh

Order of Business (26 Nov 2013)

Brian Walsh: The Government - in particular the Minister for Health - is to be commended on the tough position adopted in respect of the tobacco industry. When can we expect to see the public health (standardised packaging of tobacco) Bill to be introduced? This important Bill is aimed at discouraging young people and particularly girls from engaging in the habit of smoking.

Order of Business (21 Nov 2013)

Brian Walsh: When does the Tánaiste expect the introduction of the housing Bill? Many local authority tenants across the country are interested in the provisions of that Bill which would facilitate the purchase of their homes from the local authorities.

Order of Business (20 Nov 2013)

Brian Walsh: The programme for Government contains a commitment to introduce legislation to regulate the sunbed industry. The Minister for Health and the Irish Cancer Society are keen to have the legislation on the Statute Book. When is it expected that it will be introduced?

Written Answers — Department of Health: Medical Card Applications (13 Nov 2013)

Brian Walsh: 174. To ask the Minister for Health when an assessment will be completed on a medical card application in respect of persons (details supplied) in County Galway; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48468/13]

Written Answers — Department of Finance: Property Taxation Collection (12 Nov 2013)

Brian Walsh: 107. To ask the Minister for Finance if an over-estimation on the value of a property in respect of the local property tax may be rectified and payment refunded in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Galway; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48249/13]

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: Special Educational Needs Equipment Grants (12 Nov 2013)

Brian Walsh: 120. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills if an application for the provision of therapy beds for pupils with special needs by a school (details supplied) in County Galway will be approved; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [47650/13]

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Garda Vetting Applications (12 Nov 2013)

Brian Walsh: 330. To ask the Minister for Justice and Equality if he will consider introducing changes to the current Garda vetting process in order to facilitate a more expeditious time frame on processing applications; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48191/13]

Written Answers — Department of Health: Symphysiotomy Report (12 Nov 2013)

Brian Walsh: 444. To ask the Minister for Health the progress made in relation to the establishment of a redress scheme for survivors of symphysiotomy; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [47966/13]

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Road Projects Status (12 Nov 2013)

Brian Walsh: 527. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the position regarding the Tuam to Gort motorway; the reason for the delay in commencing this project; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48190/13]

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: Employment Support Services (7 Nov 2013)

Brian Walsh: 97. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills if he proposes to expand the Momentum training initiative in order to facilitate accessibility of additional courses specific to the availability of employment and thereby allowing many persons to re-train for employment specific to the local employment market; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [47500/13]

Written Answers — Department of Finance: Tobacco Control Measures (5 Nov 2013)

Brian Walsh: 170. To ask the Minister for Finance if he will consider lowering the maximum quantity of tobacco products that persons are allowed to bring here from inside or outside the EU; his views on whether such a move would have a positive impact for the Exchequer in terms of excise duty and VAT; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46052/13]

Written Answers — Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Turf Cutting Compensation Scheme Applications (22 Oct 2013)

Brian Walsh: 311. To ask the Minister for Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht when payment under the turf cutting compensation scheme will be made in respect of a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [44158/13]

Written Answers — Department of Health: Domestic Violence Refuges (22 Oct 2013)

Brian Walsh: 555. To ask the Minister for Health the position regarding engagement between the Health Service Executive and a charitable organisation (details supplied) in County Galway with a view to identifying a resolution in respect of the organisation's shortfall this year. [44568/13]

Order of Business (9 Oct 2013)

Brian Walsh: The Government is to be commended on the very firm approach it has adopted to the tobacco industry. The Minister for Health, Deputy Reilly, recently aired some very worthwhile proposals in this regard. A similar approach is required to the drinks industry. As the Taoiseach correctly pointed out recently-----

Order of Business (9 Oct 2013)

Brian Walsh: Yes, the promised legislation on minimum pricing. We do not need to witness the events which occur on Arthur's Day, public holidays or at various festivals to be made aware of the damage being done to society as a result of alcohol abuse. Evidence of this damage can be seen each week in hospital accident and emergency departments and Garda stations. When does the Taoiseach expect...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Environment, Culture and the Gaeltacht: Location of Wind Turbines: Discussion (8 Oct 2013)

Brian Walsh: I thank the witnesses for their presentations. They have already answered many of the questions I had intended to ask. It is easy to understand why landowners or farmers who are experiencing financial distress might be encouraged to sign these contracts as an additional revenue stream. However, the sales pitch they hear and the glossy magazine they get at the doorstep or around the kitchen...

Road Traffic (No. 2) Bill 2013: Second Stage (Resumed) (3 Oct 2013)

Brian Walsh: I thank my former Government colleagues for sharing time with me and allowing me to speak in the debate.

Road Traffic (No. 2) Bill 2013: Second Stage (Resumed) (3 Oct 2013)

Brian Walsh: I compliment the Minister.

Road Traffic (No. 2) Bill 2013: Second Stage (Resumed) (3 Oct 2013)

Brian Walsh: The Minister has been most progressive in the legislation he has presented since he assumed office. This is the fifth road traffic Bill he has brought before the House. Any constructive legislative measures aimed at reducing the number of lives lost on our roads are to be welcomed and commended. The Bill is another step towards doing that. Significant progress has been made in road safety...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Naturalisation Applications (1 Oct 2013)

Brian Walsh: 501. To ask the Minister for Justice and Equality the position regarding the eligibility of a person (details supplied) in County Galway to apply for naturalisation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40932/13]