Results 12,081-12,100 of 13,270 for speaker:Pat Gallagher

Sea-Fisheries and Maritime Jurisdiction Bill 2005: Second Stage. (17 Nov 2005)

Pat Gallagher: The Deputy heard what I said. I said all along, particularly because I have attended meetings of the joint committee and have been briefed fully on the contributions at its meetings, that I will be prepared to accept amendments that are practical, positive and in accord with the Constitution. I will be only too pleased to listen to the views of Deputy Jim O'Keeffe and others on how we can...

Sea-Fisheries and Maritime Jurisdiction Bill 2005: Second Stage. (17 Nov 2005)

Pat Gallagher: I am saying I am prepared to listen.

Sea-Fisheries and Maritime Jurisdiction Bill 2005: Second Stage. (17 Nov 2005)

Pat Gallagher: Continental systems governed by civil law have a different approach and it must not be assumed that we could adopt the sort of system which may be in operation in much of Europe, and which is in operation in many parts of Europe. There are administrative sanctions with which we would have no great difficulty provided we could find a structure for them. Some 86% of arrests in Europe are dealt...

Sea-Fisheries and Maritime Jurisdiction Bill 2005: Second Stage. (17 Nov 2005)

Pat Gallagher: I take my advice and will deal with——

Sea-Fisheries and Maritime Jurisdiction Bill 2005: Second Stage. (17 Nov 2005)

Pat Gallagher: The Commission representative confirmed at the meeting of the joint committee on 12 October that administrative penalties are applied widely in member states——

Sea-Fisheries and Maritime Jurisdiction Bill 2005: Second Stage. (17 Nov 2005)

Pat Gallagher: I said that. Administrative penalties are applied for a variety of sea fishery offences.

Sea-Fisheries and Maritime Jurisdiction Bill 2005: Second Stage. (17 Nov 2005)

Pat Gallagher: As I indicated to the committee, I will actively pursue the question of a level playing field across the European Union regarding the imposition of administrative penalties for minor sea fishery offences. I will commit myself to doing what I can at European level but I am told the initiative must be taken at that level rather than at national level. We cannot take it because——

Sea-Fisheries and Maritime Jurisdiction Bill 2005: Second Stage. (17 Nov 2005)

Pat Gallagher: In the case of sea fisheries, I am advised that the State would face the problem that the required level of sanction would trespass on the exclusive role of the courts in the administration of justice, thus exposing the administrative system to legal challenge. There would be no protection arising from Article 29.4.10° of the Constitution. From a legal perspective, to adopt a system of...

Sea-Fisheries and Maritime Jurisdiction Bill 2005: Second Stage. (17 Nov 2005)

Pat Gallagher: Low fines in some member states do not and cannot justify Ireland deciding to reduce the level of penalties. I am committed to building sustainable sea fisheries and strengthening control of these fisheries. It is necessary to support this objective with penalties that are dissuasive. Section 32 aims to capture the ill-gotten gains arising from illegal sea fishing and should serve to...

Sea-Fisheries and Maritime Jurisdiction Bill 2005: Second Stage. (17 Nov 2005)

Pat Gallagher: Perhaps the Deputy will elaborate on that. I challenge him to accuse me of doing something outside the law.

Sea-Fisheries and Maritime Jurisdiction Bill 2005: Second Stage. (17 Nov 2005)

Pat Gallagher: I challenge Deputy Jim O'Keeffe to put on record and include my name in a statement suggesting I am doing something outside the law.

Sea-Fisheries and Maritime Jurisdiction Bill 2005: Second Stage. (17 Nov 2005)

Pat Gallagher: The Deputy will see what he said in the "blacks". If he wants to withdraw his statement, he can do so now.

Sea-Fisheries and Maritime Jurisdiction Bill 2005: Second Stage. (17 Nov 2005)

Pat Gallagher: That is not what the Deputy said.

Sea-Fisheries and Maritime Jurisdiction Bill 2005: Second Stage. (17 Nov 2005)

Pat Gallagher: I will defend myself at any time, both inside the House and outside the House.

Sea-Fisheries and Maritime Jurisdiction Bill 2005: Second Stage. (17 Nov 2005)

Pat Gallagher: I am not defensive at all. I have been a Member since 1981, except for some years during which I was in Europe. Integrity is important to me — more important than anything else. If it is not important to Deputy Jim O'Keeffe, that is a matter for him. There is such a thing as integrity——

Sea-Fisheries and Maritime Jurisdiction Bill 2005: Second Stage. (17 Nov 2005)

Pat Gallagher: To modernise the implementation and enforcement of the Common Fisheries Policy, in line with developments in other member states and the European Commission, the Bill proposes to legally separate responsibility for enforcement of fisheries policy from the policy-making functions of the Minister. This initiative will vest statutory responsibility and accountability in statutory officers within...

Written Answers — Fishing Industry Development: Fishing Industry Development (16 Nov 2005)

Pat Gallagher: I am keenly aware of the industry's views in this area. However, in the context of planning the development of the Killybegs fishing industry, it is important to recognise some key international factors that are impacting on the industry and which are outside domestic influence. The European fishing industry is experiencing difficulties for a variety of reasons, including scientific concerns...

Written Answers — Ferry Operations: Ferry Operations (16 Nov 2005)

Pat Gallagher: I have responsibility for the Irish Ship Register, that is, for Irish registered ships. Applicable national and international law governs the operation of other ship registers. The Irish Ferries Limited ship, the MV Normandy, has been off the Irish Ship Register since 12 January 2005. Obligations on the ship's owners regarding maintenance, crewing standards and certification of those matters...

Written Answers — Marine Safety: Marine Safety (16 Nov 2005)

Pat Gallagher: The Merchant Shipping (Passenger Boat Manning) Regulations 2005, SI 649 of 2005, require all skippers of passenger boats to hold a valid certificate for the appropriate class of vessel and a commercial endorsement verifying that the skipper has attained the standard specified in marine notice 27 of 2005 in respect of personal survival techniques, first aid and medical fitness. The regulations...

Written Answers — Fishing Industry Development: Fishing Industry Development (16 Nov 2005)

Pat Gallagher: Although the next Council of Agriculture and Fisheries Ministers takes place from 22-24 November, I assume the Deputy is referring to the Council which will take place in December and decide on the total allowable catches, TACs, and quotas and associated conditions for fish stocks for 2006. The priority for Ireland at this Council will be to achieve a balanced outcome that will provide for a...