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European Stability Mechanism Bill 2012: Second Stage (7 Jun 2012)

Seán Kyne: In the early stages of the economic crisis that is affecting almost every nation in Europe and across the world, the EU was criticised for not acting fast enough, and when it did, it was criticised for not tackling the problems effectively. It is now strange to see Europe being criticised by some for putting forward proposals to help tackle the instability afflicting our economies; it seems...

Written Answers — Employment Rights: Employment Rights (6 Jun 2012)

Seán Kyne: Question 275: To ask the Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation while recognising the very positive measures contained in the proposals to create a world-class Workplace Relations Service, whether the absence of legal advice or representation for claimants might mitigate against the principles of fairness, balance and equality which ought to underpin such a service. [26148/12]

European Communities (Amendnment) Bill 2012: Second Stage (6 Jun 2012)

Seán Kyne: I thank the people for making the right decision last Thursday by supporting the amendment to the Constitution with regard to the stability treaty. I acknowledge the 57.9% who voted "Yes" within the Galway West constituency. One reason the Irish ratified the treaty - it was clear on the doorsteps - was that doing so would ensure access to the ESM. A "No" vote would have meant Ireland could...

Written Answers — School Curriculum: School Curriculum (23 May 2012)

Seán Kyne: Question 97: To ask the Minister for Education and Skills if consideration will be given to reforming the information and communications technologies curriculum at second-level to focus on the dispersal of skills such as software programming and coding which will provide school-leavers with a grounding in the most relevant ICT skills and also ensure that Ireland can continue to successfully...

Written Answers — Employment Rights: Employment Rights (23 May 2012)

Seán Kyne: Question 116: To ask the Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation his views on concerns raised that the introduction of the €50 fee to access the Workplace Relations Service might act as a barrier to those employees, of limited means, who have genuine grievances and reasons for accessing the new service. [25932/12]

Written Answers — Elder Abuse: Elder Abuse (23 May 2012)

Seán Kyne: Question 224: To ask the Minister for Health the number of staff working in the Elder Abuse Unit; if he will confirm that each Health Service Executive region has a dedicated officer for elder abuse and if each local health office has a senior case officer whose role it is to monitor referrals of elder abuse [25929/12]

Written Answers — Elder Abuse: Elder Abuse (23 May 2012)

Seán Kyne: Question 225: To ask the Minister for Health his views on whether the work of the Health Service Executive and non-governmental organisations would be strengthened in the area of tackling and preventing elder abuse if legislation was introduced to provide a statutory footing, thereby protecting against abuse at every life stage [25930/12]

Services for People with Disabilities (23 May 2012)

Seán Kyne: I thank the Minister of State for her response and like my colleagues, I welcome the initiatives under the New Direction policy review. The Minister of State indicated the working group will be established this month, which is welcome in respect of implementation of the plan. However, as I stated, the Brothers of Charity have informed the Members present that their reserves are gone. While...

Services for People with Disabilities (23 May 2012)

Seán Kyne: I welcome the Minister of State. I concur with what has been said by my colleagues. When we met with the representatives of the Brothers of Charity services in Galway last Friday they went through the figures and the cuts they have endured. There have been three consecutive years of cuts amounting to a cumulative reduction of €10.5 million, with €4.6 million of this accounted for in...

Written Answers — Foreign Conflicts: Foreign Conflicts (17 May 2012)

Seán Kyne: Question 34: To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade the contribution Ireland is making in the humanitarian relief efforts necessitated by the conflict between various groups in Sudan and newly formed South Sudan; and if Ireland has participated in the attempt to resolve the conflict and assist civilians at both EU and UN levels. [24729/12]

Written Answers — Schools Building Projects: Schools Building Projects (17 May 2012)

Seán Kyne: Question 62: To ask the Minister for Education and Skills if he will identify the three schools that have been approved at Stage 2B in the planning process but which have not been included in the five year buildings programme; if he will indicate which schools, not on the list, are considered priority; and if he will outline the way he reaches its decisions when determining priority in terms...

Written Answers — Departmental Agencies: Departmental Agencies (17 May 2012)

Seán Kyne: Question 125: To ask the Minister for Justice and Equality on foot of the publication regarding the merging of the Irish Human Rights Commission and the Equality Authority, the steps being taken to ensure the independence of the new enhanced entity, to ensure the establishment of a robust legal basis to facilitate effective functioning through ascribed powers and on the implementation of...

Written Answers — Hospital Staff: Hospital Staff (17 May 2012)

Seán Kyne: Question 188: To ask the Minister for Health when it is envisaged that the diabetic posts, to be shared between Galway University Hospitals and the Mid-West Hospital and for which funding has been allocated, will be advertised and filled, particularly as the provision of such services will greatly benefit patients in the west, and in particular children with diabetes. [24732/12]

Written Answers — Schools Refurbishment: Schools Refurbishment (15 May 2012)

Seán Kyne: Question 250: To ask the Minister for Education and Skills if he will report on the experience of his Department this year in terms of the new approach to small buildings and improvement works which would have previously been catered for under the summer works scheme. [24262/12]

Written Answers — School Patronage: School Patronage (15 May 2012)

Seán Kyne: Question 251: To ask the Minister for Education and Skills if, owing to the evidence provided by existing schools in terms of school places on the western side of Galway city which indicated that a new Irish-medium school in Knocknacarra is not required, he will confirm that the decision to grant a new school is based on efforts to increase plurality of school patrons. [24338/12]

Written Answers — Schools Building Projects: Schools Building Projects (15 May 2012)

Seán Kyne: Question 252: To ask the Minister for Education and Skills if his attention has been drawn to the fact that the community of Knocknacarra, County Galway, are in the main supportive of upgrading and providing an extension for a local school (details supplied) rather than resources being directed at establishing a new school. [24342/12]

Written Answers — Public Sector Staff: Public Sector Staff (15 May 2012)

Seán Kyne: Question 427: To ask the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine if a review of the recruitment moratorium pertaining to Teagasc, the Agriculture and Food Development Authority will be undertaken in order to ensure the Authority can continue to build upon its research and innovation which is central to Ireland capitalising on the opportunities presented by our most successful...

Written Answers — Mental Health Services: Mental Health Services (15 May 2012)

Seán Kyne: Question 524: To ask the Minister for Health if consideration will be given to developing a dementia strategy to focus on the needs of the estimated 5,000 citizens under 65 years of age with early on-set Alzheimer's and their families [24263/12]

Written Answers — Mental Health Services: Mental Health Services (15 May 2012)

Seán Kyne: Question 527: To ask the Minister for Health the progress to date in developing a National Dementia Strategy as outlined in the Programme for Government. [24337/12]

Written Answers — Job Initiatives: Job Initiatives (15 May 2012)

Seán Kyne: Question 544: To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport his views on extending the lower VAT rate which was introduced with the jobs initiative in 2011 and has had a very positive impact on tourism across the regions and in particular in sustaining and creating jobs in one of our most important indigenous industries. [23861/12]