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Citizens Information Bill 2006: Second Stage (Resumed) (2 Nov 2006)

Bernard Durkan: Absolutely. That is exactly why it was abolished.

Citizens Information Bill 2006: Second Stage (Resumed) (2 Nov 2006)

Bernard Durkan: Exactly. Too much information was made available and people became too well-informed about their entitlements. As a result a change had to be made. Now, it looks as if another change must be made. I congratulate my constituent, Mr. Chris Glennon, on his appointment to the board. I have no doubt he will be extremely helpful and knowledgeable in that area. I am sad to see he is the latest...

White Paper on Irish Aid: Statements (2 Nov 2006)

Bernard Durkan: I wish to share time with Deputy Timmins.

White Paper on Irish Aid: Statements (2 Nov 2006)

Bernard Durkan: I compliment the Minister on providing this opportunity to debate this important issue. The reasons for its importance are graphically illustrated by the pictures on our televisions, which serve to focus our minds and attention on those who are less well off than we are, in particular given our historic memory of hunger and starvation in this country. The millennium development goals commit...

White Paper on Irish Aid: Statements (2 Nov 2006)

Bernard Durkan: I am not sure if that will be the effective way to do it. I do not know, as I do not have all the information. There are concerns about it. It might be important for the cohesion and delivery of an improved service to try to ensure, in so far as it is possible, to locate the headquarters in such a way as to be accessible and to minimise the amount of bureaucracy and toing and froing that...

White Paper on Irish Aid: Statements (2 Nov 2006)

Bernard Durkan: He was elbowed.

Order of Business (2 Nov 2006)

Bernard Durkan: Of course it arises.

Order of Business (2 Nov 2006)

Bernard Durkan: It is very appropriate.

Order of Business (2 Nov 2006)

Bernard Durkan: In view of the appallingly slow provision of broadband on a nationwide basis, will the Government consider withdrawing the electronic communications (miscellaneous provisions) Bill and replacing it with a more comprehensive Bill that would address the issues that now affect the business and domestic community, which anxiously awaits the provision of broadband? Might such legislation be...

Order of Business (2 Nov 2006)

Bernard Durkan: The Tánaiste will not be disappointed.

Order of Business (2 Nov 2006)

Bernard Durkan: Next year. Hope springs eternal.

Order of Business (2 Nov 2006)

Bernard Durkan: Let the Tánaiste beam it up.

Order of Business (2 Nov 2006)

Bernard Durkan: I thought we needed only one Ceann Comhairle.

Written Answers — Accident and Emergency Services: Accident and Emergency Services (1 Nov 2006)

Bernard Durkan: Question 139: To ask the Minister for Health and Children if, with regard to the hardship, stress and suffering caused to patients arising from the practice of the use of hospital trolleys due to a lack a sufficient bed space, she has taken steps to ensure the availability of adequate beds throughout the winter months; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [35424/06]

Written Answers — Infectious Diseases: Infectious Diseases (1 Nov 2006)

Bernard Durkan: Question 187: To ask the Minister for Health and Children the number of incidents of MRSA reported to date; the number of hospitals free from such infection; her plans to address the issue of hygiene in hospitals generally; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [35423/06]

Written Answers — Residency Permits: Residency Permits (1 Nov 2006)

Bernard Durkan: Question 220: To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform the position in relation to an application for leave to remain here in the case of a person (details supplied) in County Westmeath; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35173/06]

Written Answers — Tax Code: Tax Code (1 Nov 2006)

Bernard Durkan: Question 301: To ask the Minister for Finance when a P45 will issue in the case of a person (details supplied) in County Kildare; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35610/06]

Written Answers — Tax Code: Tax Code (1 Nov 2006)

Bernard Durkan: Question 302: To ask the Minister for Finance when a P45 will issue in the case of a person (details supplied) in County Kildare; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35611/06]

Written Answers — Health Services: Health Services (1 Nov 2006)

Bernard Durkan: Question 417: To ask the Minister for Health and Children the number of orthodontists currently available to deal with children; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [35723/06]

Written Answers — Health Services: Health Services (1 Nov 2006)

Bernard Durkan: Question 418: To ask the Minister for Health and Children the number of children currently awaiting orthodontic treatment; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [35724/06]