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Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Tourism Data (19 Dec 2013)

Michael Ring: The collection of statistics, including overseas visitors, is primarily a matter for the Central Statistics Office (CSO).  The CSO does not, however, provide a regional breakdown of statistics in their monthly 'Overseas Travel' publication. I am aware that Fáilte Ireland provides an estimated regional breakdown of overseas visits on an annual basis, based on research of its own...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Sport and Recreational Development (19 Dec 2013)

Michael Ring: I have no responsibility in relation to the HSE or the operational structures established within the HSE. It is entirely a matter for the Department of Health and the HSE as to how their operational structures are organised. Sport can make a significant contribution to health and the prevention of illness and disability. There are many health benefits to be gained from...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Sports Facilities Provision (19 Dec 2013)

Michael Ring: I understand that discussions have recently taken place between Fingal County Council, the boxing club referred to by the Deputy, and the Irish Amateur Boxing Association.  I further understand that these discussions have centred around the possibility of securing alternative premises for the club, as the Council does not view their current premises as being suitable for sporting...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Sports Funding (19 Dec 2013)

Michael Ring: The total funding provided to sport by my Department in recent years is €81.9m in 2011, €77.7m in 2012, €72.3m in 2013 and an allocation of €93.4m for 2014.  This total contribution of some €325 million over the four years includes €177m in current funding which is channelled through the Irish Sports Council. This supports the work of the...

Written Answers — Department of Finance: Tax Rebates (19 Dec 2013)

Michael Ring: 126. To ask the Minister for Finance when a person (details supplied) in County Mayo will receive a decision from the Revenue Commissioners on their request for rebate regarding their local property tax under Section 26 of the Property Act; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [55168/13]

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Disadvantaged Areas Scheme Eligibility (19 Dec 2013)

Michael Ring: 304. To ask the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine his plans to change or increase the retention period for the disadvantaged area scheme 2014; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [55039/13]

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Agriculture Schemes Payments (19 Dec 2013)

Michael Ring: 305. To ask the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine further to parliamentary Question No. 524 of 26 June 2013, the outcome of a review; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [55040/13]

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Electricity Transmission Network (19 Dec 2013)

Michael Ring: I understand that, as part of "Grid 25 - a Strategy for the Development of Ireland's Electricity Grid for a Sustainable and Competitive Future", a number of regional electricity transmission schemes are currently being planned around the country by Eirgrid.  Clearly, the electricity grid is a critical part of our infrastructure and is vital to ensuring that the country as a whole...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Sports Capital Programme Applications (19 Dec 2013)

Michael Ring: I propose to take Questions Nos. 395 and 396 together. The Sports Capital Programme is the Government’s primary vehicle for supporting the development of sports facilities and the purchase of non-personal sports equipment.   It is open to any sports club or organisation with a suitable project to apply for funding under the next round of the Programme which I hope to...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Tourism Promotion (19 Dec 2013)

Michael Ring: I propose to take Questions Nos. 412 and 416 together. The Programme for Government includes a commitment that event tourism will be prioritised in order to continue to bring major events to Ireland. The hosting of major sports events, both participative and spectator sports, can provide a great showcase for Ireland, drive international visitor numbers and...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Sports Capital Programme Applications (19 Dec 2013)

Michael Ring: I presume the Deputy is referring to the next round of the Sports Capital Programme. Departmental officials are currently working on the details of a new round of the Programme. I hope to be in a position to make an announcement shortly.  A new portal has been developed on the Department's website which must be used by organisations to register, to apply for funding...

Written Answers — Department of Social Protection: Jobseeker's Allowance Applications (18 Dec 2013)

Michael Ring: 127. To ask the Minister for Social Protection the reason her Department did not respond to a query regarding jobseeker's allowance in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Mayo; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [54594/13]

Written Answers — Department of Social Protection: Rent Supplement Scheme Appeals (18 Dec 2013)

Michael Ring: 129. To ask the Minister for Social Protection when a decision to withdraw rent supplement will be reviewed in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Mayo. [54617/13]

Written Answers — Department of Social Protection: Rent Supplement Scheme Appeals (18 Dec 2013)

Michael Ring: 131. To ask the Minister for Social Protection when a decision on a rent supplement review will issue in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Mayo. [54644/13]

Written Answers — Department of Social Protection: Invalidity Pension Appeals (18 Dec 2013)

Michael Ring: 137. To ask the Minister for Social Protection the reason the papers regarding an invalidity pension appeal in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Mayo that was lodged on the 17 of October 2012 have yet to be forwarded to the social welfare appeals office in Dublin; when this matter will be dealt with; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [54723/13]

Written Answers — Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine: Rural Environment Protection Scheme Payments (18 Dec 2013)

Michael Ring: 196. To ask the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine when a rural environment protection scheme overclaim will be re-checked in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Mayo. [54595/13]

Topical Issue Debate: Book Rental Scheme (17 Dec 2013)

Michael Ring: In fairness to the Minister for Education and Skills, Deputy Quinn, he was able to secure €15 million for the scheme during a serious economic crisis in this country. Deputies must accept that he was trying to give an opportunity to schools that did not have a book rental scheme. As I outlined in my reply on behalf of the Minister, 80% of families appreciate such schemes in schools....

Topical Issue Debate: Book Rental Scheme (17 Dec 2013)

Michael Ring: I am taking this Topical Issue on behalf of my colleague, the Minister for Education and Skills, Deputy Quinn. I thank Deputies Kitt and McConalogue for raising this issue and I welcome the opportunity to clarify the position. The Minister, Deputy Quinn, is very conscious that the cost of textbooks is a considerable burden on families. Textbooks are a very important way in which students...

Seanad: Adjournment Matter: Road Improvement Schemes (17 Dec 2013)

Michael Ring: I wish to thank the Senator for the opportunity to address this issue in the House on behalf of the Minister, Deputy Varadkar. As Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport, the Minister has responsibility for overall policy and funding of the national roads programme. The construction, improvement and maintenance of individual national roads is a statutory matter for the National Roads...

Seanad: Adjournment Matter: Road Improvement Schemes (17 Dec 2013)

Michael Ring: To be fair, that is not in the question. The question was to ensure that urgent remedial works can proceed at the bridge.