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Nomination of Members of the Government: Motion (11 Jul 2014)

Enda Kenny: The Deputy comes in with his serial rant about destructiveness.

Nomination of Members of the Government: Motion (11 Jul 2014)

Enda Kenny: As for the Socialist Party, do its members not understand that when they turn on the tap, somebody has to pay for that? We have not had the capacity for years to invest in infrastructure for people in Deputy Higgins's constituency who want the opportunity to work. We cannot have infrastructure unless we have an entity that can borrow money and provide it to business, industry and consumers...

Nomination of Members of the Government: Motion (11 Jul 2014)

Enda Kenny: I understand Deputy Adams has abandoned his wealth tax and his 82% tax rate. He will abandon everything else as it is scrutinised, as it will be in the run up to the next election, which is just over 20 months away.

Nomination of Members of the Government: Motion (11 Jul 2014)

Enda Kenny: I want the Deputies opposite to understand that this Government, with new faces and some changes of emphasis, has heard the message of the people and listened to it. I will not waste any more time here. There is a great deal of work to be done by the Government and the junior Ministers who will be appointed over the next period. Our job is to fulfil the mandate given to us by the people...

Nomination of Members of the Government: Motion (11 Jul 2014)

Enda Kenny: In due course, the people will have their opportunity to adjudicate as to whether the Government parties have fulfilled that mandate. If the projections regarding the potential growth of the economy, the continued drop in the live register, the continued rise in employment and investment in SMEs for exports and the strong line of investment into the country are fulfilled, these are all signs...

Nomination of Members of the Government: Motion (11 Jul 2014)

Enda Kenny: The Deputy has not read it yet.

Nomination of Members of the Government: Motion (11 Jul 2014)

Enda Kenny: I move: That Dáil Éireann approves the nominations by the Taoiseach of Minister of State, Deputy Paschal Donohoe, Deputy Heather Humphreys, and Ministers of State, Deputies Alan Kelly, Jan O'Sullivan and Alex White for appointment by the President as members of the Government.I wish to inform the House that the President, acting on my advice, has accepted the resignations of...

Nomination of Members of the Government: Motion (11 Jul 2014)

Enda Kenny: The former Minister, Deputy Pat Rabbitte's, upgrading of broadband infrastructure has seen our country move up the international league table for high-speed connectivity, with all the attendant benefits for business, investment and jobs. Right now, high-speed broadband is being installed in all secondary schools, with plans in place for new investment across 1,100 towns and villages in rural...

Written Answers — Department of Defence: Office of Public Works Properties (10 Jul 2014)

Enda Kenny: The Department of Defence does not have responsibility for the Magazine Fort in the Phoenix Park. The management and control of the property is a matter for the Office of Public Works.

Written Answers — Department of Defence: Naval Service Vessels (10 Jul 2014)

Enda Kenny: I recently announced that an order has been placed with Babcock Marine for the 3rdOffshore Patrol Vessel for the Naval Service. By taking up this option under the existing contract, the Department ensured that the third ship will be bought at 2012 prices and will not be index linked. This means that the vessel replacement programme is conducted in the most cost effective manner. As with...

Written Answers — Department of Defence: Naval Service Vessels (10 Jul 2014)

Enda Kenny: The Defence Forces currently operate an Unmanned Aerial Vehicle System, (UAV) as an information-gathering asset which has no offensive capability. The UAV systems were acquired to enhance the capability of the Defence Forces to provide a low cost and low risk means to increase surveillance capabilities and intelligence gathering. A Defence Forces naval vessel replacement strategy has been...

Written Answers — Department of Defence: Wastewater Treatment Facilities Inspections (10 Jul 2014)

Enda Kenny: There is a private wastewater treatment plant operated by the Defence Forces in Gormanstown Camp. In June 2014 it was found to be in breach of the licence agreement with Meath County Council and upon further investigation it was discovered that the problem had been in existence since November 2013. The matter is being investigated and all efforts are being made to bring the plant into full...

Written Answers — Department of Defence: Appointments to State Boards (10 Jul 2014)

Enda Kenny: The only body under the aegis of my Department is the Army Pensions Board. There were no appointments to the Army Pensions Board in 2014.

Written Answers — Department of Defence: Statutory Instruments (10 Jul 2014)

Enda Kenny: The following table outlines the information requested by the Deputy. Title Reference No. Date of Signature Continuance in Service of an Officer of the Permanent Defence Force. D.F.R. 1/2014 16 June 2014 Extension of Service of an Officer of the Reserve Defence Force. D.F.R. 2/2014 25 June 2014 Pursuant to subsection (4) of section 2 of the Statutory Instruments Act, 1947 (No. 44 of 1947)...

Order of Business (9 Jul 2014)

Enda Kenny: The Bill in respect of sexual offences was promised for later this year. There is work being done in the parliamentary counsel's office on that. I will advise the Deputy on the progress being made. I am not aware of the difficulties in regard to the medical cards for those women who endured the cruelty of symphysiotomy but I will consult the Minister for Health to see what the position is.

Order of Business (9 Jul 2014)

Enda Kenny: Beidh an chéad Bhille a luaigh an Teachta foilsithe roimh deireadh na seachtaine seo. Beidh cead ag chuile duine a gcuid tuairimí faoi a phlé ag an am sin. There is some work going on in respect of domestic waste. I cannot give the Deputy the detail on it now but I will advise him on it.

Order of Business (9 Jul 2014)

Enda Kenny: I am sorry that we are well behind time on a number of these. The problem has been with the individual Departments on the basis of the recommendations made by the Constitutional Convention. I understand from the senior people dealing with this that one of the convention reports will be back for consideration by the Government and, therefore, discussion. I cannot give the Deputy the details...

Order of Business (9 Jul 2014)

Enda Kenny: The Second Stage debate on the Court of Appeal Bill 2014 will be this Friday. It is progressing well and I hope it will move along. The legislation on the county enterprise boards has already been enacted. Obviously, people are entitled to tender for works that are on offer-----

Order of Business (9 Jul 2014)

Enda Kenny: -----so there will be transparency and accountability regarding how public money is being spent.

Order of Business (9 Jul 2014)

Enda Kenny: The climate action and low carbon development Bill is complicated. It is being worked upon, and it will be the next session before it is actually published and dealt with. The Teaching Council (vetting and protection of children and vulnerable persons) is due for next year.