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- Finance Bill 2009: Second Stage (Resumed) (13 May 2009)
Michael D Higgins: I have already congratulated the Minister of State and wished her well. I listened with great care to the speeches made by Government speakers. It is important that we are forthcoming, clear and honest with the public who are evaluating this debate, yet so far there has not been the slightest statement that there will be any departure from a model of the economy that has significantly...
- Finance Bill 2009: Second Stage (Resumed) (13 May 2009)
Michael D Higgins: It is time for the lifeboats.
- Finance Bill 2009: Second Stage (Resumed) (13 May 2009)
Michael D Higgins: It was not.
- Finance Bill 2009: Second Stage (Resumed) (13 May 2009)
Michael D Higgins: They are starved of credit by the banks.
- Written Answers — Alternative Energy Projects: Alternative Energy Projects (12 May 2009)
Michael D Higgins: Question 115: To ask the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources his target for ocean energy technology; the mega wattage of ocean energy connected to the grid; the number of applications received; the amount of the â¬26 million announced for ocean energy that will be spent in 2009; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18777/09]
- Written Answers — Energy Conservation: Energy Conservation (12 May 2009)
Michael D Higgins: Question 101: To ask the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources when he will publish the findings of the fuel poverty action research project; when this was first due for publication; the number living in fuel poverty; the number of people who benefited from the warmer homes scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18721/09]
- Written Answers — Capital Investment Programme: Capital Investment Programme (12 May 2009)
Michael D Higgins: Question 167: To ask the Minister for Finance the position regarding discussions with an association (details supplied) and other stakeholders in respect of proposals to secure funds for labour intensive construction or infrastructure projects; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18981/09]
- Written Answers — Inter-Country Adoptions: Inter-Country Adoptions (12 May 2009)
Michael D Higgins: Question 212: To ask the Minister for Health and Children the number of post-placement adoption reports by region for children adopted from the Russian Federation which are outstanding; the length of time they have been outstanding; and the action being taken to ensure they are followed up by the Health Service Executive. [18634/09]
- Written Answers — Inter-Country Adoptions: Inter-Country Adoptions (12 May 2009)
Michael D Higgins: Question 213: To ask the Minister for Health and Children when and by whom her attention was drawn to the fact there was a problem with the authorities of the Russian Federation regarding post-placement reports. [18636/09]
- Written Answers — Inter-Country Adoptions: Inter-Country Adoptions (12 May 2009)
Michael D Higgins: Question 214: To ask the Minister for Health and Children if a copy of the agreement with the Russian Federation will be made publicly available to ensure all parties are fully aware of their rights and duties. [18637/09]
- Written Answers — Inter-Country Adoptions: Inter-Country Adoptions (12 May 2009)
Michael D Higgins: Question 215: To ask the Minister for Health and Children the status discussions regarding a bilateral agreement between Ireland and the Russian Federation have reached; the level at which these discussions are being held; and the timeframe envisaged for reaching agreement. [18638/09]
- Written Answers — Inter-Country Adoptions: Inter-Country Adoptions (12 May 2009)
Michael D Higgins: Question 220: To ask the Minister for Health and Children her views on proposing reforms to the inter-country adoption assessment process. [18644/09]
- Written Answers — Inter-Country Adoptions: Inter-Country Adoptions (12 May 2009)
Michael D Higgins: Question 217: To ask the Minister for Health and Children her views on the Minister of State with responsibility for children travelling to the Socialist Republic of Vietnam to progress discussions, demonstrate commitment and reach agreement on bilateral inter-country adoption; and the reason he has not done so. [18640/09]
- Written Answers — Inter-Country Adoptions: Inter-Country Adoptions (12 May 2009)
Michael D Higgins: Question 218: To ask the Minister for Health and Children her views, in view of the lapse in securing a continued bilateral inter-country adoption agreement with the Socialist Republic of Vietnam on the Adoption Board allowing parents facing a second declaration renewal to roll over the declaration in an expedited way; and her further views on making the initial declaration valid for two...
- Written Answers — Inter-Country Adoptions: Inter-Country Adoptions (12 May 2009)
Michael D Higgins: Question 219: To ask the Minister for Health and Children if she has advice for parents who have been caught by the lapse in securing the continuation of the inter-country adoption agreement with the Socialist Republic of Vietnam yet are still seeking to adopt; if these applications are valid; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [18642/09]
- Written Answers — Inter-Country Adoptions: Inter-Country Adoptions (12 May 2009)
Michael D Higgins: Question 211: To ask the Minister for Health and Children her views on inter-country adoption. [18632/09]
- Written Answers — Inter-Country Adoptions: Inter-Country Adoptions (12 May 2009)
Michael D Higgins: Question 216: To ask the Minister for Health and Children if the Health Service Executive's post-placement reporting practices are in line with best international practice; if the HSE's practices are in line with the current agreement with the Russian Federation; and if her reports that the reporting practices of an agency (details supplied) are in line with requirements of the Russian...
- Leaders' Questions (12 May 2009)
Michael D Higgins: Market-driven values?
- Leaders' Questions (12 May 2009)
Michael D Higgins: They do not.
- Written Answers — Planning Issues: Planning Issues (7 May 2009)
Michael D Higgins: Question 31: To ask the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government the steps he has taken to deliver the programme for Government commitment to bring about sustainability proofing of county development plans; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18108/09]