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Third Report of the Constitutional Convention - Same-Sex Marriage: Statements (17 Dec 2013)

Finian McGrath: I thank the Minister for trying to facilitate me with speaking time but I believe Standing Orders overruled both of us. I am grateful for this opportunity to speak on the third report of the Constitutional Convention on same-sex marriage. I warmly welcome the report as it is important to build and develop a new society based on equality and respect for all citizens. It is also an...

Third Report of the Constitutional Convention - Same-Sex Marriage: Statements (17 Dec 2013)

Finian McGrath: On a point of order, I understand we are under pressure of time, but it seems my slot will be lost. Is there any flexibility in that regard?

Order of Business (17 Dec 2013)

Finian McGrath: I raised this last week.

Order of Business (17 Dec 2013)

Finian McGrath: With regard to the health executive Bill, in particular the thalidomide issue, is the Taoiseach aware a previous Government fails to issue public warnings about thalidomide as it was undesirable-----

Order of Business (17 Dec 2013)

Finian McGrath: -----and the fact it caused birth defects in up to nine babies because of ineffective recall. A total of 22 of the 32 survivors are taking action. What action will the Taoiseach take to support the thalidomide families?

Ceisteanna - Questions (Resumed): Social Partnership Meetings (17 Dec 2013)

Finian McGrath: Go on Ceann Comhairle. It is Christmas.

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Human Rights Issues (17 Dec 2013)

Finian McGrath: 131. To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade if he will raise the human rights abuses by the Latin American Solidarity Centre in the community of Pitalito, Colombia (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [54481/13]

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: School Uniforms (17 Dec 2013)

Finian McGrath: 189. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills his views on correspondence (details supplied) regarding school uniforms; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [53766/13]

Written Answers — Department of Social Protection: Pensions Reform (17 Dec 2013)

Finian McGrath: 293. To ask the Minister for Social Protection the position regarding a deferred pension issue in respect of a person (details supplied) in Dublin 3; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [53742/13]

Written Answers — Department of Environment, Community and Local Government: Local Authority Finances (17 Dec 2013)

Finian McGrath: 388. To ask the Minister for Environment, Community and Local Government his views on correspondence (details supplied) regarding the Local Government (Rates) Bill 2013. [53825/13]

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Proposed Legislation (17 Dec 2013)

Finian McGrath: 431. To ask the Minister for Justice and Equality if he has examined the reason for the delay in the judicial council Bill; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [53813/13]

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Departmental Correspondence (17 Dec 2013)

Finian McGrath: 432. To ask the Minister for Justice and Equality if he will confirm that the allegations outlined in correspondence (details supplied) is truthful; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [53815/13]

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Departmental Correspondence (17 Dec 2013)

Finian McGrath: 434. To ask the Minister for Justice and Equality his views on correspondence (details supplied) regarding VAT issues. [53879/13]

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Garda Investigations (17 Dec 2013)

Finian McGrath: 451. To ask the Minister for Justice and Equality if he consulted those who handed in evidence on the Fr. Niall Molloy case in relation to the terms of reference of the proposed inquiry. [54278/13]

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Residency Permits (17 Dec 2013)

Finian McGrath: 455. To ask the Minister for Justice and Equality if he will support the proposal for earned regularisation scheme for undocumented emigrants and their families living here which will pave the way for permanent residency status; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [54385/13]

Written Answers — Department of Health: Treatment Abroad Scheme (17 Dec 2013)

Finian McGrath: 550. To ask the Minister for Health the position regarding treatment abroad in respect of a person (details supplied) in Dublin 9; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [53748/13]

Written Answers — Department of Health: Health Strategies (17 Dec 2013)

Finian McGrath: 551. To ask the Minister for Health if he will support the national vision strategy in 2014; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [53749/13]

Written Answers — Department of Health: Medical Card Appeals (17 Dec 2013)

Finian McGrath: 553. To ask the Minister for Health the position regarding a medical card appeal application in respect of a person (details supplied) in Dublin 13; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [53765/13]

Written Answers — Department of Health: Hospital Appointment Delays (17 Dec 2013)

Finian McGrath: 559. To ask the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is having to wait so long for an appointment with an urologist in Temple Street Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [53814/13]

Written Answers — Department of Health: Hospital Waiting Lists (17 Dec 2013)

Finian McGrath: 561. To ask the Minister for Health the position regarding an operation in respect of a person (details supplied) in Dublin 5 [53886/13]