Results 741-760 of 9,994 for speaker:John Gormley

Emergency Planning (8 Jul 2010)

John Gormley: -----but it was through a co-ordinated effort by everyone involved. Not only does the Minister of State deserve credit, but the agencies worked well together. In light of how promptly the National Roads Authority, NRA, and others worked - I attended the meetings everyday - and the fact that we managed to preserve the salt-----

Emergency Planning (8 Jul 2010)

John Gormley: As far as I am concerned, we must review events and learn any necessary lessons to ensure we handle matters better every time. It is a question of progression-----

Emergency Planning (8 Jul 2010)

John Gormley: -----and enhancing those plans. Where visibility is concerned, crucial during each event, be it the flooding or the cold snap, was the fact that we managed to communicate with local communities. Local radio stations played an important role in this regard. Having served on the committee and chaired a number of the meetings, the system worked well. Of course, lessons can and should be...

Emergency Planning (8 Jul 2010)

John Gormley: It was never a matter of letting local authorities fend for themselves.

Emergency Planning (8 Jul 2010)

John Gormley: The local authorities were part of a co-ordinated response.

Water and Sewerage Schemes (8 Jul 2010)

John Gormley: It will be a long response.

Water and Sewerage Schemes (8 Jul 2010)

John Gormley: It is no problem. I will try to provide my colleagues opposite with the most important aspects.

Water and Sewerage Schemes (8 Jul 2010)

John Gormley: I propose to take Questions Nos. 11, 22 and 40 together. Reports by the Environmental Protection Agency, EPA, have identified septic tanks and other on-site waste water treatment systems as a potential source of water pollution, particularly of ground water sources, which are an important source of drinking water for many people. This is particularly the case in areas with sensitive...

Water and Sewerage Schemes (8 Jul 2010)

John Gormley: I want to let Deputy Durkan know that on the publication of the joint committee's report I wrote to the Chairman to note that its recommendations were both timely and welcome, and to assure the committee that its report was being carefully considered. I expect that the issues raised in the report will be addressed comprehensively in the proposals that I will be bringing forward to give...

Written Answers — Litter Pollution: Litter Pollution (8 Jul 2010)

John Gormley: The Litter Pollution Acts 1997 to 2009 provide a strong statutory framework for combating litter pollution. Under the Acts, the primary management and enforcement response to littering must come from the local authorities. Therefore, it is a matter for each local authority to decide on the most appropriate enforcement actions in their areas, taking account of local circumstances and...

Written Answers — Register of Architects: Register of Architects (8 Jul 2010)

John Gormley: Section 14 of the Building Control Act 2007 sets out the eligibility criteria for registration in the statutory register of architects. It also includes a provision to address the position of practically trained persons in that it includes a category for those who have been assessed as eligible for registration by the Technical Assessment Board in accordance with the practical experience...

Written Answers — Planning Issues: Planning Issues (8 Jul 2010)

John Gormley: I recently announced a planning review to assess the application of planning legislation, policy and guidance within the development plan and development management systems at local level. The review will consider what measures may be required to ensure a consistent approach to these issues across all planning authorities, and to improve the delivery of planning services generally. To assist...

Written Answers — Building Regulations: Building Regulations (8 Jul 2010)

John Gormley: Having regard to my overall Oireachtas and Ministerial business commitments, I have been considering the Joint Oireachtas Committee's invitation to meet with it to discuss the Building Control Act 2007, and I intend to reply shortly. The position in regard to practically trained architects under Part 3 of the Building Control Act 2007 has been set out in replies to previous questions and most...

Written Answers — Local Government Reform: Local Government Reform (8 Jul 2010)

John Gormley: I published the Green Paper on Local Government, Stronger Local Democracy – Options for Change in April 2008. This was followed by an extensive programme of national consultation, for purposes of informing the preparation of the White Paper on Local Government. A dedicated Cabinet Committee has been engaged in finalising the policy decisions for inclusion in the White Paper on Local...

Written Answers — EU Directives: EU Directives (8 Jul 2010)

John Gormley: Since 1994, an integrated pollution control (IPC) licensing system has been administered by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). This system anticipated the provisions of the 1996 Integrated Pollution Prevention and Control (IPPC) Directive and delivered substantial compliance with the Directive. A number of legislative changes were, however, necessary to complete Ireland's...

Written Answers — Local Authority Expenditure: Local Authority Expenditure (8 Jul 2010)

John Gormley: I propose to take Questions Nos. 32 and 527 together. Following the Government decision not to proceed with implementation of electronic voting in Ireland, an Interdepartmental Task Force, chaired by my Department, was established to bring the project to an orderly conclusion and to oversee disposal of the equipment and termination of storage arrangements. To date, the Task Force has met...

Written Answers — Water and Sewerage Schemes: Water and Sewerage Schemes (8 Jul 2010)

John Gormley: The Castleblayney Sewerage Scheme is included in my Department's Water Services Investment Programme 2010 – 2012 as a contract to start within the lifetime of the Programme. A Preliminary Report is required for the further advancement of the Castleblayney Sewerage Scheme and my Department is awaiting the submission of this report. The scope and format of the Programme for 2010 to 2012, is...

Written Answers — Register of Electors: Register of Electors (8 Jul 2010)

John Gormley: In law, the preparation of the Register of Electors is a matter for each local registration authority. It is their duty to ensure, as far as possible and with the cooperation of the public, the accuracy and comprehensiveness of the Register. The Programme for Government, agreed in 2007, contains a commitment to establish an independent Electoral Commission. The renewed Programme for...

Written Answers — Water Supply: Water Supply (8 Jul 2010)

John Gormley: I propose to take Questions Nos. 35 and 519 together. My Department's Water Services Investment Programme 2010 – 2012, which is available in the Oireachtas library, sets out my plans for investment in major water services projects to meet key environmental and economic objectives, including increased treatment and storage capacity and network improvements where appropriate, over the coming...

Written Answers — Departmental Agencies: Departmental Agencies (8 Jul 2010)

John Gormley: At my request, the Dublin Docklands Development Authority has undertaken a comprehensive review of its corporate governance procedures, commissioning two reports in relation to its planning and financial management processes. In an associated summary overview report, the Authority's Executive Board has outlined the extensive programme of actions to address specific recommendations made in...