Results 6,361-6,380 of 19,445 for speaker:Brian Cowen
- Order of Business (27 May 2009)
Brian Cowen: If Deputy Kenny insists on pursuing the matter at this stage, that can be done. If a motion to that effect can be adopted without debate in the morning, that might well be a way of achieving what he has called for.
- Order of Business (27 May 2009)
Brian Cowen: The Government has to pursue the enactment of this legislation. There was a long debate on Second Stage. It is quite a focused Bill. It is not of the size or magnitude of a normal Finance Bill, as debated at the beginning of a financial year. We have to pursue this legislation today in the manner I have proposed, unfortunately.
- Order of Business (27 May 2009)
Brian Cowen: No decision has been taken yet on when we will rise in the summer. The Whip will liaise with colleagues from other parties who have that responsibility to see how we can order our business for the remainder of the term. Important legislation needs to be considered. The legislation about which the Deputy spoke has to be prepared. It is complex, detailed, is a priority and is proceeding as...
- Order of Business (27 May 2009)
Brian Cowen: In response to the first matter the Government has not made any decision. We are considering whether that can be dealt with at the end of the year.
- Order of Business (27 May 2009)
Brian Cowen: I am sure the Deputy treats with some prudence some of the statements made in that particular publication. It is not always accurate.
- Order of Business (27 May 2009)
Brian Cowen: Sometimes the piece does not accurately reflect what people say.
- Order of Business (27 May 2009)
Brian Cowen: There has been no decision to replace it.
- Order of Business (27 May 2009)
Brian Cowen: There has been no decision to replace it at this point.
- Order of Business (27 May 2009)
Brian Cowen: No, the Deputy is badly misinformed because he is taking a publication at face value on this which he probably does not take at face value on anything else.
- Order of Business (27 May 2009)
Brian Cowen: The Deputy does not even believe what it says about himself never mind what it says about anyone else.
- Order of Business (27 May 2009)
Brian Cowen: The Civil Partnership Bill is due in this session.
- Order of Business (27 May 2009)
Brian Cowen: There has been no decision on legislative proposals regarding procedures we are adopting. We are beginning a process of engagement and I have not heard any comments.
- Order of Business (27 May 2009)
Brian Cowen: The third Bill, which has been published, is in the Seanad. The first Bill will come to the House later in the year and the second Bill is due next year.
- Leaders' Questions (27 May 2009)
Brian Cowen: On the first matter, it is my intention that the Government should meet with the victims' groups and talk to them about the issues that pertain to them and listen to what they have to say as regards their general view on those matters. Regarding the discussions with the congregations, I welcome what has been said thus far by those bodies that have spoken over the past 24 hours. I hope that...
- Leaders' Questions (27 May 2009)
Brian Cowen: I disagree with Deputy Kenny regarding the performance of the Minister of State, Deputy Barry Andrews. The latter is distinguishing himself in his position and is extremely committed to the task he has undertaken on behalf of the Government. As already stated, he will take the opportunity afforded by the debate to be held in a couple of weeks' time to outline his general approach and that...
- Leaders' Questions (27 May 2009)
Brian Cowen: As I indicated earlier, I will meet and liaise with the groups representing the victims and also the congregations.
- Leaders' Questions (27 May 2009)
Brian Cowen: As I outlined in the statement I made on the Government's behalf yesterday, additional voluntary contributions must be made by the congregations. I also indicated that, quite apart from the moral responsibility the congregations have to the victims in light of the conclusions in the Ryan report - which outlines, in graphic detail, the systemic abuse that took place in the relevant...
- Leaders' Questions (27 May 2009)
Brian Cowen: There is no means by which the Government can legally impose a solution in this respect. The Government has indicated that, as a result of the conclusions of this report, there is a clear moral responsibility on the congregations to make additional substantial contributions towards the victims and the provision of assistance and help and towards welfare and education services generally...
- Leaders' Questions (27 May 2009)
Brian Cowen: I intend to do that by discussing with them and placing an onus on them to outline, in a transparent way, what resources they have available and the contribution they intend to make.
- Leaders' Questions (27 May 2009)
Brian Cowen: Then I will discuss the adequacy of the offer made and ensure the court of public opinion is of persuasive effect in that respect. Regarding the ultimate arrangement that will be agreed to and finalised, the previous agreement reached was conducted by Government in respect of the Civil Liability Act and was a totally legitimate exercise in making sure people got access to speedy compensation...