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- Seanad: Economic Issues: Motion (28 Jan 2009)
Dan Boyle: We are already engaging in an exercise that is Keynesian in its impact.
- Seanad: Economic Issues: Motion (28 Jan 2009)
Dan Boyle: It will haveââ
- Seanad: Economic Issues: Motion (28 Jan 2009)
Dan Boyle: The capital stimulus, which is greater than in any other European country, even if it involves catch up in infrastructure, is an economic stimulus in its own right. Major risks are being taken by other economies. The â¬800 billion stimulus being taken in the United States is in an economy that is already in debt to the tune of $1 trillion. We must ensure we do not get into a difficulty...
- Seanad: Economic Issues: Motion (28 Jan 2009)
Dan Boyle: That is an unused resource in our society. We must put in place measures that not only deal with their immediate income needs but ones that will keep such people enthused in terms of seeking further employment and using their genuine abilities to work towards the betterment of society and the economy. We must examine our social welfare system in terms of education and training opportunities...
- Seanad: Economic Issues: Motion (28 Jan 2009)
Dan Boyle: I will ask people of a certain type in terms of the challenges of Government at this difficult time.
- Seanad: Economic Issues: Motion (28 Jan 2009)
Dan Boyle: One approach is not to walk away. We must face the problemsââ
- Seanad: Economic Issues: Motion (28 Jan 2009)
Dan Boyle: We must meet the challenges head on and overcome them.
- Seanad: Economic Issues: Motion (28 Jan 2009)
Dan Boyle: I will briefly address some of the points that were made. I agree we face a challenge in terms of energy costs but it is a challenge that is being met by the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources.
- Seanad: Economic Issues: Motion (28 Jan 2009)
Dan Boyle: I notice the Chair gets an apology. I am not saying the issue is being addressed. It is in the process of being addressed. The position with regard to high energy prices is something that must be tackledââ
- Seanad: Economic Issues: Motion (28 Jan 2009)
Dan Boyle: ââbut in the medium term energy prices will increase. We must avoid situations where an energy provider like ESB can give a 3.5% wage increase when everyone else in society is not getting that. We must ask questions when average pay in an organisation like that is â¬76,000 per person. It is worth asking those questions and getting answers to them. It is clear there has been an...
- Seanad: Economic Issues: Motion (28 Jan 2009)
Dan Boyle: It does not mean the Government has taken money from the company.
- Seanad: Economic Issues: Motion (28 Jan 2009)
Dan Boyle: It does not mean the Government is any less committed to public transport. The debate must be conducted on those terms. The Deloitte & Touche report refers to the need for greater investment in public transport. I believe such investment is forthcoming. One of the capital priorities of this Government is to prioritise public transport. That will have an economic and a social protection...
- Seanad: Economic Issues: Motion (28 Jan 2009)
Dan Boyle: I did not.
- Seanad: Industrial Development Bill 2008: Second Stage (Resumed). (28 Jan 2009)
Dan Boyle: This is a welcome Bill. The need to tidy up the apparatus of industrial development has long been discussed and the legislation is an attempt to reshape that infrastructure. While it has been long necessary in administrative terms, in this period in which we must seek value for money in all aspects of Government, the Bill is doubly important. It also affords the Minister and her Department...
- Seanad: Residential Tenancies (Amendment) Bill 2009: Second and Subsequent Stages (28 Jan 2009)
Dan Boyle: It is unfortunate there has been a need to introduce emergency legislation of this type. The circumstances surrounding the Bill's introduction represent a catalogue of errors in respect of information passed on and knowledge of what can or cannot be done under the existing legislation. This has created considerable confusion and the Bill before us seeks to correct the position in the...
- Seanad: Residential Tenancies (Amendment) Bill 2009: Second and Subsequent Stages (28 Jan 2009)
Dan Boyle: I merely wish to place on record my opinion that one of the individuals concerned is a person of high ability. Not only is he a serving local councillor, he is also a barrister. He would have been appointed to the board on the basis of his expertise in respect of property law, etc., which he practises on a daily basis. I have argued in the past that legislation of this nature which...
- Seanad: Economic Situation: Statements (27 Jan 2009)
Dan Boyle: What do we need to point the economy in the right direction when every economic indicator is heading in the wrong direction and it may not be possible to arrest the problem for a considerable period? We need a Government which is honest with the people about the scale of the problems we face and the decisions required to overcome them. We need an Opposition which takes a responsible...
- Seanad: Commission to Inquire into Child Abuse: Motion (27 Jan 2009)
Dan Boyle: The motion is simple in its nature and I am pleased that all parties are prepared to accept the extension of time being sought. It also offers the House an opportunity to express ongoing concerns about the nature and practice of child abuse in society. There is no doubt that recent events which are being examined by the Health Service Executive have appalled people and brought into question...
- Seanad: Anglo Irish Bank Corporation Bill 2009: Second Stage (20 Jan 2009)
Dan Boyle: We find ourselves here because of the activities of an enterprise which was largely owned and run by individuals who have shown by their behaviour incidents of individual greed that have undermined economic confidence, shown contempt for the law and made matters difficult in terms of the future financial stability of the country. This debate cannot proceed without noting the widespread...
- Seanad: Finance (No. 2) Bill 2008 (Certified Money Bill): Committee and Remaining Stages (19 Dec 2008)
Dan Boyle: I also join in the votes of thanks to the Cathaoirleach for his impartial and judicious marshalling of events in the Chamber, to the office of the clerks and to all staff for helping us to process our work in a very efficient way. I wish all my colleagues in the Chamber a restful Christmas and a solvent new year.