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Written Answers — Department of An Taoiseach: Public Procurement Contracts (27 May 2014)

Enda Kenny: The European Commission submitted an enquiry on this matter via the EU Pilot system in August 2012. EU Pilot is a web-based enquiry system which operates on an informal basis between the European Commission and Member States. The system aims to ensure quick responses to enquiries and complaints from citizens and businesses, as well as own-initiative cases from the Commission, concerning...

Written Answers — Department of An Taoiseach: Cabinet Committee Meetings (27 May 2014)

Enda Kenny: In April I chaired four Cabinet Committee meetings. The Committees on Justice Reform, Economic Recovery & Jobs, Economic Infrastructure and Social Policy met. I also chaired a meeting of the sub-committee, on Pathways to Work, of the Cabinet Committee on Economic Recovery & Jobs, and two meetings of the Economic Management Council.

Written Answers — Department of Defence: Defence Forces Personnel (27 May 2014)

Enda Kenny: The unsatisfactory age and fitness profile of the Permanent Defence Force was an issue of serious concern during the 1990’s and was the subject of severe criticism by a series of external reports, mainly Price Waterhouse Consultants and the Efficiency Audit Group (EAG). One of the key areas identified for urgent action by the EAG was the development of a manpower policy with an...

Written Answers — Department of Defence: Defence Forces Strength (27 May 2014)

Enda Kenny: The strength of the Defence Forces in each of the years from 1960 to 1970 is set out in the table. Combined strength of the Permanent and Reserve Defence Forces 1960 - 1970 Description Year Permanent Defence Force Reserve Defence Force Combined Total Strength at 31 December 1960 8,812 23,917 32,729 Strength at 31 December 1961 8,450 23,449 31,899 Strength at 31 December 1962 8,332...

Written Answers — Department of Defence: Defence Forces Personnel Data (27 May 2014)

Enda Kenny: The Government is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for men and women throughout the Defence Forces and to the full participation by women in all aspects of Defence Forces activities. While progress has been made by the Military Authorities in addressing gaps between male and female participation in the Defence Forces, it is recognised that more work needs to be done to meet the...

Written Answers — Department of Defence: Defence Forces Ceremonies (27 May 2014)

Enda Kenny: Following a review in 2012 of the 1916 Arbour Hill Commemoration, a number of changes were made to the Ceremony. As part of the review of all aspects of the Commemoration, a substantial exercise in examining the list of invitees and ensuring records were updated was carried out. As a result, prioritised reserved seating was made available for those who are direct descendants of the leaders...

Written Answers — Department of Defence: Defence Forces Training (27 May 2014)

Enda Kenny: Following the closure of Columb Barracks, Government Departments and other Public Bodies were invited to identify any interest in the property. No such interest was expressed. In the meantime a one year lease was signed with Westmeath GAA County Board for the use of part of the former barracks as a centre of excellence for the development of Gaelic games in the County. Following on from this...

Written Answers — Department of Defence: Defence Forces Properties (27 May 2014)

Enda Kenny: The former Reserve Defence Force property in Loughrea, Co Galway was vacated in March 2013 and has been identified as being surplus to military requirements. In accordance with normal procedure for the disposal of State property, my Department invited other Government Departments and Public Bodies to register any interest in this property. As no interest has been expressed, preparations are...

Written Answers — Department of Defence: Defence Forces Deployment (15 May 2014)

Enda Kenny: My Department is currently seeking to compile an accurate reply to Parliamentary Question No. 172 of 8 May 2014, and I will provide the information directly to the Deputy once it comes to hand.

Written Answers — Department of Defence: An tSeirbhís Chabhlaigh (15 May 2014)

Enda Kenny: Ba mhaith liom a dheimhniú don Teachta go ndéantar úsáid na Gaeilge ag an Roinn Cosanta agus ag Óglaigh na hÉireann a chothú i gcónaí. Maidir le hainmniú an dá long nua ag an tSeirbhís Chabhlaigh, bhíothas den tuairim gurbh thráthúil athrú a dhéanamh maidir leis an gcur chuige traidisiúnta ionas go...

Written Answers — Department of Defence: Medical Aids and Appliances Provision (15 May 2014)

Enda Kenny: The information requested by the Deputy is set out in the following table. Location Number Cost Newbridge 1 €2,335 (ex. VAT) Galway 1 €2,335 (ex. VAT) Roscrea (Civil Defence) 1 €2,335 (ex. VAT) Dublin (Civil Defence) 1 €2,335 (ex. VAT) This information excludes the Defence Forces. The data relating to the Defence Forces is currently being compiled and will...

Establishment of Joint Committee of Inquiry into the Banking Crisis: Motion (14 May 2014)

Enda Kenny: I move:(1) That, having regard to section 12 of the Houses of the Oireachtas (Inquiries, Privileges and Procedures) Act 2013 and Standing Order 107C, a Select Committee be appointed, to be joined with a similar Select Committee of Seanad Eireann to form the Joint Committee of Inquiry into the Banking Crisis, to develop a relevant proposal for conducting a "Part 2 Inquiry" into certain aspects...

Order of Business (14 May 2014)

Enda Kenny: As the Deputy knows well, this is the subject of a commission of investigation by a Supreme Court judge.

Order of Business (14 May 2014)

Enda Kenny: The Deputy should be ashamed of herself.

Order of Business (14 May 2014)

Enda Kenny: There is a commission of investigation.

Order of Business (14 May 2014)

Enda Kenny: The EirGrid Bill will be next year.

Order of Business (14 May 2014)

Enda Kenny: The Bill will be next year in 2015.

Order of Business (14 May 2014)

Enda Kenny: 2015 is next year.

Order of Business (14 May 2014)

Enda Kenny: This session.

Order of Business (14 May 2014)

Enda Kenny: Is it that the Deputy means it is a big session?