Results 11,961-11,979 of 11,979 for speaker:Billy Kelleher

National Monuments (Amendment) Bill 2004: Second Stage. (17 Jun 2004)

Billy Kelleher: I refer to sites of historical importance, including the sites of national monuments. We have a duty to move forward in an understanding manner. The Carrickmines project was taken to the courts. The courts uphold the laws passed by us. The court made its decision on the basis of outdated precedents and laws. The Government is trying to introduce legislation and debate it in a positive manner....

National Monuments (Amendment) Bill 2004: Second Stage. (17 Jun 2004)

Billy Kelleher: However, when the Minister brought forward proposals to ensure democratic accountability whereby no outside quango would make the final decision, the Deputy complained. That is difficult to understand considering the Green Party continually states democratic accountability is the most important issue. Rezoning is also important. House prices are causing major difficulties. The Green Party...

National Monuments (Amendment) Bill 2004: Second Stage. (17 Jun 2004)

Billy Kelleher: I thank the Deputy.

National Monuments (Amendment) Bill 2004: Second Stage. (17 Jun 2004)

Billy Kelleher: It is important to hear the views of Opposition Members. They should be able to live by them. As soon as proposals for high rise or affordable developments in Dublin city that will allow for proper development of rail and bus transport, which the Green Party supports, are made, there is an objection. Objections to proposals for developments such as golf courses in rural areas are made...

National Monuments (Amendment) Bill 2004: Second Stage. (17 Jun 2004)

Billy Kelleher: The party has been exposed because most of its public representatives, particularly in the European Parliament, have objected to almost every proposal that has been brought forward in this regard. They were found out in Dublin in the recent election. Other parties who also object to every proposals will also be found out.

National Monuments (Amendment) Bill 2004: Second Stage. (17 Jun 2004)

Billy Kelleher: We will explain that following the next general election. The Opposition should not take comfort from the recent elections. I compliment the Minister and the Department on acknowledging the significant traffic problem in Dublin city. The construction of the M50 should enhance the quality of life of communities along the commuter belt as it will be easier for people to travel to work and to...

National Monuments (Amendment) Bill 2004: Second Stage. (17 Jun 2004)

Billy Kelleher: That is effectively what he is saying.

National Monuments (Amendment) Bill 2004: Second Stage. (17 Jun 2004)

Billy Kelleher: He is saying to the people of Dublin that he is sorry but they should not be allowed to travel to the west, to west Cork——

National Monuments (Amendment) Bill 2004: Second Stage. (17 Jun 2004)

Billy Kelleher: I can safely say that west Cork is a beautiful area but if we are realistic, there will not be a railway line to Bantry in the short term. Whether or not Paddy Sheehan, a former Deputy, wants one, it will not happen. In the meantime, we should have a quality road network to the west so that Dublin people can enjoy it and vice versa so that people from the west can come to the capital city...

National Monuments (Amendment) Bill 2004: Second Stage. (17 Jun 2004)

Billy Kelleher: I commend the Bill. While we must have democratic accountability, the minute it is proposed, it is objected to. There is the accusation that power is being given to the Minister to make cynical decisions. I do not understand the logic behind that accusation. The National Roads Authority is attacked for not being democratic but when the Minister brings forward proposals to ensure...

National Monuments (Amendment) Bill 2004: Second Stage. (17 Jun 2004)

Billy Kelleher: I commend the Bill and castigate the cynicism of some of those who have spoken.

Written Answers — School Accommodation: School Accommodation (18 May 2004)

Billy Kelleher: Question 189: To ask the Minister for Education and Science if he has satisfied himself with the level of accommodation provided at Brooklodge national school, County Cork; the reason its application for extra temporary classrooms was refused; the options now available to Brooklodge national school to address the serious overcrowding that it is experiencing; and if he will make a statement on...

Written Answers — Hospital Services: Hospital Services (18 May 2004)

Billy Kelleher: Question 317: To ask the Minister for Health and Children if he has satisfied himself with the treatment offered to a person (details supplied) in Cork University Hospital on 1 May 2004; the reasons for the delay in attending to this person's injury; the measures the hospital is putting in place to ensure that this does not happen again; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14233/04]

Order of Business. (30 Mar 2004)

Billy Kelleher: Because you know everything.

Commissions of Investigation Bill 2003: Second Stage (Resumed). (5 Mar 2004)

Billy Kelleher: I welcome the opportunity to speak on this Bill, which is very timely given what is happening in other parts of the city. There is no doubt that the public is very concerned. I do not wish to cast aspersions on any ongoing tribunal in saying that cynicism is creeping into the public attitude to tribunals, particularly because of the cost of payments made to the legal profession and third...

Standing Orders: Motion. (10 Feb 2004)

Billy Kelleher: I welcome the opportunity to discuss the issue of Dáil reform and I welcome the proposals outlined by the Government Chief Whip. However, I am disappointed by the narrowness of the Fine Gael motion in encouraging the Taoiseach to be present in the House on Thursdays. However, given the competent performance of the Taoiseach on Dáil questions and during Leaders' Questions, the Opposition...

Standing Orders: Motion. (10 Feb 2004)

Billy Kelleher: Often they must share time and have only two or three minutes. However, members of smaller parties receive more time to debate issues. Perhaps we should examine the possibility of introducing a system whereby more time would be given to larger parties in debates. That would be only fair in a democracy. On the issue of guillotines, in my short term as a Whip I have heard much bluff and bluster...

Standing Orders: Motion. (10 Feb 2004)

Billy Kelleher: And it needs an Opposition.

Standing Orders: Motion. (10 Feb 2004)

Billy Kelleher: Does Deputy Stagg actually believe what he is reading?