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Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport and Communications: EirGrid: Discussion with Chairman Designate (3 Dec 2013)

Timmy Dooley: I will clarify that, lest my remarks be misinterpreted in any way. I am not questioning either Mr. O'Connor's integrity or the integrity of An Bord Pleanála. I am concerned about the unique knowledge Mr. O'Connor gained as chairman of An Bord Pleanála and the ability for that to be used in the context of the preparation of planning applications that will ultimately be submitted by...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport and Communications: EirGrid: Discussion with Chairman Designate (3 Dec 2013)

Timmy Dooley: That is not the question. Mr. O'Connor is playing with words.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport and Communications: EirGrid: Discussion with Chairman Designate (3 Dec 2013)

Timmy Dooley: With respect, Mr. O'Connor was the chairman of An Bord Pleanála for 11 years and, as I acknowledged, he is a highly skilled, professional individual. However, a final point must be made. Mr. O'Connor said he has unique regard for the protection of our heritage and the environment. The fact is that, as chairman of EirGrid, under company law Mr. O'Connor's fiduciary duty is to the...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport and Communications: EirGrid: Discussion with Chairman Designate (3 Dec 2013)

Timmy Dooley: To clarify-----

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport and Communications: EirGrid: Discussion with Chairman Designate (3 Dec 2013)

Timmy Dooley: -----I am certainly the last person to suggest that there would be anything underhand. However, given the fact that he has unique insight into and knowledge of the operation of An Bord Pleanála, if Mr. O'Connor, in pursuing his duties, involves himself in any way in the planning process of EirGrid - not just the preparation of a planning application or appearing at a public hearing but...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport and Communications: EirGrid: Discussion with Chairman Designate (3 Dec 2013)

Timmy Dooley: Therein lies the problem. In my view there is a mismatch with the skills set of Mr. O'Connor. Undeniably, he is highly qualified and professional, and I am not casting any aspersion on him as an individual, but there is a mismatch between his suitability and the role in EirGrid. For that reason, we will not be in a position, unfortunately, to support his appointment. I do not say that...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport and Communications: EirGrid: Discussion with Chairman Designate (3 Dec 2013)

Timmy Dooley: Will I have a few minutes to interact with Mr. O’Connor?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport and Communications: EirGrid: Discussion with Chairman Designate (3 Dec 2013)

Timmy Dooley: We will keep the questions as brief as possible.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport and Communications: EirGrid: Discussion with Chairman Designate (3 Dec 2013)

Timmy Dooley: I welcome Mr. O’Connor and thank him for his presentation. There is little doubt that he is a highly qualified professional. He has a considerable track record in public service. As he worked in the planning division of the Department of the Environment, Community and Local Government, he was an obvious choice to be appointed to the independent role in An Bord Pleanála. I am...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport and Communications: EirGrid: Discussion with Chairman Designate (3 Dec 2013)

Timmy Dooley: Did he outline why he thought Mr. O'Connor was a suitable candidate?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport and Communications: EirGrid: Discussion with Chairman Designate (3 Dec 2013)

Timmy Dooley: At any point in that conversation did he mention Mr. O'Connor's experience as chairman of An Bord Pleanála?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport and Communications: EirGrid: Discussion with Chairman Designate (3 Dec 2013)

Timmy Dooley: Mr. O'Connor is taking up the position at a very critical time, if it is ratified. He mentioned his definition of the conflict of interest but community groups are concerned about the perception that his unique knowledge and insight into the planning process, gained during his time in An Bord Pleanála, will impact on their ability to act in a balanced way against EirGrid in many of the...

Health (Alteration of Criteria for Eligibility) (No. 2) Bill 2013: Report and Final Stages (26 Nov 2013)

Timmy Dooley: We are not talking about primary care.

Health (Alteration of Criteria for Eligibility) (No. 2) Bill 2013: Report and Final Stages (26 Nov 2013)

Timmy Dooley: But did not.

Health (Alteration of Criteria for Eligibility) (No. 2) Bill 2013: Report and Final Stages (26 Nov 2013)

Timmy Dooley: At least we had the capacity to see the error of our ways; the Government has not.

Health (Alteration of Criteria for Eligibility) (No. 2) Bill 2013: Report and Final Stages (26 Nov 2013)

Timmy Dooley: The Government has none. That is why Deputy Shortall left. At least she had some standards.

Health (Alteration of Criteria for Eligibility) (No. 2) Bill 2013: Report and Final Stages (26 Nov 2013)

Timmy Dooley: He was driving it.

Health (Alteration of Criteria for Eligibility) (No. 2) Bill 2013: Report and Final Stages (26 Nov 2013)

Timmy Dooley: It is just the oldest and sickest who will be hurt the most.

Health (Alteration of Criteria for Eligibility) (No. 2) Bill 2013: Report and Final Stages (26 Nov 2013)

Timmy Dooley: I remind the Deputy that it was Fianna Fáil which had initially provided for such an entitlement.

Committee on Transport and Communications: Select Sub-Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport: Estimates for Public Services 2013
Vote 31 - Transport, Tourism and Sport (Supplementary) (26 Nov 2013)

Timmy Dooley: It will slow down the buggies.