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Written Answers — Departmental Advertising: Departmental Advertising (26 Nov 2009)

Phil Hogan: Question 254: To ask the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government the reason for a broadcast media campaign for the raising of awareness of special designation areas along coastal areas in view of the fact that all affected landowners were contacted directly; the person who drafted and approved the text of the broadcast advert; the cost of the campaign; and if he will make...

Written Answers — Departmental Properties: Departmental Properties (26 Nov 2009)

Phil Hogan: Question 292: To ask the Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Food if he will consider the retention of a docking station at the offices of his Department at Hebron Road, Kilkenny in order that matters relating to farming and other queries relating to entitlements and inspections will be dealt with by field officers rather than incurring unnecessary expense in travel subsistence arising...

Order of Business (26 Nov 2009)

Phil Hogan: There is some indication the Government will abolish or merge the county enterprise boards with Enterprise Ireland. Will the Government introduce legislation under the Employment Agency Regulation Bill to achieve that objective?

Order of Business (26 Nov 2009)

Phil Hogan: No, it is not.

EU Council Decisions: Motions (26 Nov 2009)

Phil Hogan: I welcome the agreement that has been reached in respect of the Council decision on the use of information technology for customs purposes. This decision will lead to the various member states of the European Union coming together to use the best technology possible in order to combat the type of smuggling that has become more high profile in recent years. The Minister of State referred to...

Order of Business (26 Nov 2009)

Phil Hogan: It is not agreed. The guillotine is being used in respect of this proposal. Fine Gael has a serious problem with regard to any matter coming before the House that is not allowed proper scrutiny. Therefore, Fine Gael opposes the use of the guillotine mechanism.

Flood Relief: Statements. (24 Nov 2009)

Phil Hogan: Someone must be in charge.

Written Answers — National Asset Management Agency: National Asset Management Agency (24 Nov 2009)

Phil Hogan: Question 177: To ask the Minister for Finance if he requires EU approval for the National Asset Management Agency Bill in advance of the signature of the President in respect of this legislation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43041/09]

Written Answers — Road Network: Road Network (24 Nov 2009)

Phil Hogan: Question 276: To ask the Minister for Transport when finance will be allocated to Kilkenny County Council to comply with the 1% for art funding arising from the completion of the Graiguenamanagh relief road in County Kilkenny; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42586/09]

Written Answers — Mediation Services: Mediation Services (24 Nov 2009)

Phil Hogan: Question 289: To ask the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform if, in view of the findings of the review group on public expenditure on the need for increased use of mediation in litigation by the State, he will request the Attorney General and the Chief State Solicitor to initiate a review of all litigation involving the State, initially at High Court level, to see if mediation...

Written Answers — Urban Renewal Schemes: Urban Renewal Schemes (24 Nov 2009)

Phil Hogan: Question 416: To ask the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government if he has received the 2008 accounts for the Dublin Docklands Development Authority; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43030/09]

Written Answers — Tax Yield: Tax Yield (24 Nov 2009)

Phil Hogan: Question 431: To ask the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government the amount that would be raised if the tax on non-principal private dwellings was extended to include properties used for the rental accommodation scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42761/09]

Written Answers — Grant Payments: Grant Payments (24 Nov 2009)

Phil Hogan: Question 498: To ask the Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Food his plans to reintroduce the young farmers installation aid; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43087/09]

Written Answers — School Transport: School Transport (24 Nov 2009)

Phil Hogan: Question 526: To ask the Minister for Education and Science further to Parliamentary Question No. 267 of 15 October 2009, the reason for the delay in respect of the decision; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42553/09]

Written Answers — Physical Education Facilities: Physical Education Facilities (24 Nov 2009)

Phil Hogan: Question 527: To ask the Minister for Education and Science if he has received an application for a new gym to be constructed at a school (details supplied) in County Carlow; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42588/09]

Written Answers — Schools Refurbishment: Schools Refurbishment (24 Nov 2009)

Phil Hogan: Question 529: To ask the Minister for Education and Science if he will approve an application under the summer works scheme in respect of a school (details supplied) in County Kilkenny; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42594/09]

Flood Relief: Statements. (24 Nov 2009)

Phil Hogan: I have a number of questions. I welcome the fact that the Minister of State with responsibility for the Office of Public Works has said he agrees with Fine Gael's view that an early-warning system is required.

Flood Relief: Statements. (24 Nov 2009)

Phil Hogan: When will the consultants be appointed and what timescale does he have in mind for implementing that scheme? Early intervention is critical for people at this stage. The Minister for Social and Family Affairs should recognise that community welfare officers are already overburdened with work. Perhaps another mechanism could be used, such as the Red Cross or other organisations, to...

Flood Relief: Statements. (24 Nov 2009)

Phil Hogan: I do not accept that any version is correct until it is independently assessed.

Flood Relief: Statements. (24 Nov 2009)

Phil Hogan: My colleagues will outline some examples of experiences they have had in their constituencies in dealing with these matters. This crisis began last Wednesday, when gales, torrential rain and thunderstorms caused flooding in the west, with the River Corrib and it tributaries bursting banks in several parts of Galway city and county. Continued torrential rain throughout Thursday day and...