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National Recovery Plan 2011 - 2014: Statements. (25 Nov 2010)

Brian Cowen: No, I do not.

National Recovery Plan 2011 - 2014: Statements. (25 Nov 2010)

Brian Cowen: It is the basis on which the talks are taking place.

National Recovery Plan 2011 - 2014: Statements. (25 Nov 2010)

Brian Cowen: It is not waffle.

Order of Business (25 Nov 2010)

Brian Cowen: We will all be acting in the national interest in ensuring we enact the legislation that derives from the budget. I cannot anticipate those decisions until the budget is announced. There will be a better opportunity on budget day to give an indication of what is involved. I certainly do not anticipate a timeline which is similar to last year's.

Order of Business (25 Nov 2010)

Brian Cowen: In respect of the first matter raised by the Deputy, whatever statutory amendment is required to put that in place will be introduced. I do not anticipate any change in advance of the budget announcements but it will be done thereafter by means of whatever legislative measure is necessary. In regard to the question on the discussions that are ongoing, I cannot anticipate when they will be...

Order of Business (25 Nov 2010)

Brian Cowen: It was expected that the health information Bill would be published in the middle of next year but I understand it is hoped that it will be brought forward for publication earlier in the year. There is no date for the eligibility for health Bill at this point.

Order of Business (25 Nov 2010)

Brian Cowen: We cleared the legislative programme for this week in order to deal with these important issues and we can return to the Bill in due course, with the agreement of the Whips.

Order of Business (25 Nov 2010)

Brian Cowen: I answered the question just moments ago. The Deputy might not have been listening as he prepared for his own contribution. As I said, the Chief Whip informs me that next week's business is not yet finalised.

Order of Business (25 Nov 2010)

Brian Cowen: The Chief Whip has explained to me that it is not finalised.

Order of Business (25 Nov 2010)

Brian Cowen: The Deputy is obviously far more agreeable than usual.

Order of Business (25 Nov 2010)

Brian Cowen: Deputy Gilmore will have to apologise to them.

Order of Business (25 Nov 2010)

Brian Cowen: It is not like the Deputy. Here is the Labour Party getting all huffed. I am glad they have regained their sense of humour over there. To come back to the serious question-----

Order of Business (25 Nov 2010)

Brian Cowen: The Government will, of course, consider any issue that arises. I cannot anticipate the progress of these discussions as they are ongoing. As I said, when there is an issue for briefing for Cabinet or for decision for Cabinet, that will be done. When we make the decisions, if there are decisions to be made, these matters will then be dealt with in the House. That is the normal procedure...

Order of Business (25 Nov 2010)

Brian Cowen: I understand those issues will go to Report Stage very soon and will be dealt with, I hope.

Order of Business (25 Nov 2010)

Brian Cowen: The legal costs Bill will be taken in 2011.

Order of Business (25 Nov 2010)

Brian Cowen: If the Deputy wants to add that to the list of important enactments that are to be done before the election, he might take it up with his party leader.

Order of Business (25 Nov 2010)

Brian Cowen: With regard to the first matter raised, it is hoped at this point that this legislation could come to the House next Thursday for Report Stage at least and hopefully for its finalisation. On the second matter, the Minister of State with responsibility for children and youth affairs, Deputy Barry Andrews, has advanced a great deal of work in this area which we hope will come to Government...

National Recovery Plan 2011 - 2014: Statements. (25 Nov 2010)

Brian Cowen: Today I begin a very important discussion and debate in this House regarding a four year plan which was published yesterday by the Government. I said then and now reiterate that it is part of a three-pronged strategy for the immediate period ahead, which is important for this country's vital national interests. It relates to the passing of a budget on 7 December and to the first instalment...

National Recovery Plan 2011 - 2014: Statements. (25 Nov 2010)

Brian Cowen: Deputy Kenny always rises to the occasion.

National Recovery Plan 2011 - 2014: Statements. (25 Nov 2010)

Brian Cowen: Deputy Kenny always rises to the occasion.

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