Results 601-620 of 992 for speaker:Gabrielle McFadden

Written Answers — Department of Health: Nursing Education (6 Oct 2015)

Gabrielle McFadden: 472. To ask the Minister for Health the number of places available on third level nursing courses for students who complete pre-nursing Further Education and Training Awards Council courses; if he is satisfied that there are enough places at third level to accommodate these students; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33985/15]

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: Pupil-Teacher Ratio (6 Oct 2015)

Gabrielle McFadden: 665. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills to outline her views on the campaign by the Irish National Teachers Organisation, which is calling for the reduction of class sizes to the European Union average, and related matters (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [34552/15]

Criminal Justice (Burglary of Dwellings) Bill 2015: Second Stage (1 Oct 2015)

Gabrielle McFadden: I am very pleased to have this opportunity to speak on an issue which is of huge concern to communities but also one which the Government and the Minister for Justice and Equality are taking a very proactive role in addressing. The burglary of a person’s home is a very serious offence and can be extremely traumatic for the victim. Last weekend, I bought my Sunday newspaper for the...

Public Accounts Committee: Business of Committee (1 Oct 2015)

Gabrielle McFadden: I want to put on record that it is 10.37 a.m. now. We have been here since 10 a.m. but have not yet done any of the business that we are here to do. We had a private meeting beforehand which I fail to see the reason for if we are now discussing what was discussed in private. It is very unfair to point fingers at civil servants who are here and are only doing their job. That has happened...

Select Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Memorandum of Understanding on Establishment of Battle Groups: Motion (30 Sep 2015)

Gabrielle McFadden: I agree with the Minister that for the lay person the term "battle group" is not a very good one. Under the Lisbon treaty these tasks were expanded to include joint disarmament operations and military advice assistance. What exactly does that mean?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Migrant Crisis: Discussion (30 Sep 2015)

Gabrielle McFadden: I thank the witnesses for attending. Ireland has always been known as the country with the "céad míle fáilte" and we all want that for people who have been through such a terrible time. I am very concerned about how it is going to work and I find it all a bit vague in terms of what is before me. I am deeply concerned about putting people into reception centres. I have no...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Migrant Crisis: Discussion (30 Sep 2015)

Gabrielle McFadden: With the best will in the world, despite the fact that the Government's intention is not to have people in these centres for too long, there are people in Athlone who have been living in a mobile home and waiting to be processed for more than ten years. I still do not know how long it is expected people will be in these centres. Mr. Kirrane said it was easier and better to deliver to a...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Migrant Crisis: Discussion (30 Sep 2015)

Gabrielle McFadden: Mr. Costello said a selection would be made in the hot spots such as Italy or Piraeus. How will it work? Will people be selected, brought to Ireland and processed here?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Migrant Crisis: Discussion (30 Sep 2015)

Gabrielle McFadden: One question was not answered, namely, if people are going into a barracks or a similar place, will they be in family units or dormitories? What kind of living conditions will they have?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Migrant Crisis: Discussion (30 Sep 2015)

Gabrielle McFadden: Empty barracks are being considered.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Estimates for Public Services 2015: Vote 35 - Army Pensions and Vote 36 - Defence (30 Sep 2015)

Gabrielle McFadden: Like everybody else, I commend the Army and the Naval Service on the work they do, and I also commend the Minister and his Department. The Minister has indicated, with respect to the capital investment programme, that he will provide for ongoing refurbishment for a diverse defence property portfolio. I am always harassing the Minister about this but my concern relates to the use of barracks...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Court Accommodation Refurbishment (29 Sep 2015)

Gabrielle McFadden: 381. To ask the Minister for Justice and Equality when the contract to refurbish Mullingar courthouse, County Westmeath, will be signed; when construction will commence; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [33198/15]

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Migrant Integration (29 Sep 2015)

Gabrielle McFadden: 392. To ask the Minister for Justice and Equality to indicate the type of accommodation being considered for the refugees who will be given protection; if former army barracks are being considered as part of these proposals; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [33427/15]

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: Schools Building Projects Status (29 Sep 2015)

Gabrielle McFadden: 558. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills if she will provide an update on an application for funding for a new school (details supplied) in County Westmeath; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [33425/15]

Written Answers — Department of Social Protection: Social Welfare Application Forms (22 Sep 2015)

Gabrielle McFadden: 154. To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Social Protection in view of concerns by post offices, if her Department has reviewed application forms for Department payments and updated them to ensure that a more neutral wording in relation to payment options is provided; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [30634/15]

Written Answers — Department of Health: Primary Care Centres (22 Sep 2015)

Gabrielle McFadden: 778. To ask the Minister for Health the progress of the new primary care centre at Robinstown, Mullingar, County Westmeath including an opening date; the facilities it will offer; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30637/15]

Written Answers — Department of Communications, Energy and Natural Resources: National Broadband Plan Implementation (22 Sep 2015)

Gabrielle McFadden: 1538. To ask the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources if he will provide an update on the national broadband plan, with particular reference to County Longford and County Westmeath; the level of commercial involvement to date in these counties; the level of State intervention required in these counties; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30635/15]

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Appointment of Member of Garda Síochána Ombudsman Commission Motion: Minister for Justice and Equality (15 Jul 2015)

Gabrielle McFadden: I agree with the Minister on maintaining public confidence in the Garda and protecting its professional standing. The vast majority of gardaí are dedicated and conscientious, and it is important that we protect them. With that in mind, I very much support the appointment of Ms Justice Mary Ellen Ring as chairperson of the Garda Síochána Ombudsman Commission. She will work...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality: Role and Purpose of Churchfield Community Trust: Discussion (15 Jul 2015)

Gabrielle McFadden: I thank the witnesses for their presentations and correspondence which are very enlightening. I am unclear about the Servol model and I ask the witnesses to give me a synopsis of it. I understand the idea behind it and that it is to support clients to be self-determining. I am not doing very well on questions today. This is my second time to ask questions that have already been asked....

Defence (Amendment) Bill 2015 [Seanad]: Committee and Remaining Stages (15 Jul 2015)

Gabrielle McFadden: I had the opportunity to speak about the White Paper and welcome what is being done today. I also very much welcome the Minister's commitment to Custume Barracks and the air ambulance service that will be based in Athlone from today.