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Leaders' Questions (6 Dec 2011)

Finian McGrath: The Taoiseach should listen to them when he meets them.

Statements on Expenditure (5 Dec 2011)

Finian McGrath: There were no cheers.

Statements on Expenditure (5 Dec 2011)

Finian McGrath: I hope Deputy Fleming will watch "Kris Kringle" tonight.

Statements on Expenditure (5 Dec 2011)

Finian McGrath: Shame.

Statements on Expenditure (5 Dec 2011)

Finian McGrath: We are not in England now; Deputy O'Donovan should relax.

An Bille um an Aonú Leasú is Tríocha ar an mBunreacht (An tUachtarán) 2011: An Dara Céim / Thirty-First Amendment of the Constitution Bill 2011: Second Stage (2 Dec 2011)

Finian McGrath: The constitutional review group and the all-party committee also went along with this. I am not sure whether the Minister of State is up for it or not, but it is a very inclusive and democratic proposal. Before the Minister of State returned to the Chamber, I was saying that I believe his brother, Niall O'Dowd, would be very supportive of it. I heard Members speak earlier about bringing...

An Bille um an Aonú Leasú is Tríocha ar an mBunreacht (An tUachtarán) 2011: An Dara Céim / Thirty-First Amendment of the Constitution Bill 2011: Second Stage (2 Dec 2011)

Finian McGrath: The Minister of State needs to up his game.

An Bille um an Aonú Leasú is Tríocha ar an mBunreacht (An tUachtarán) 2011: An Dara Céim / Thirty-First Amendment of the Constitution Bill 2011: Second Stage (2 Dec 2011)

Finian McGrath: One could go on "The Late Late Show" and get 10,000 signatures.

An Bille um an Aonú Leasú is Tríocha ar an mBunreacht (An tUachtarán) 2011: An Dara Céim / Thirty-First Amendment of the Constitution Bill 2011: Second Stage (2 Dec 2011)

Finian McGrath: I welcome the opportunity to speak on this new and radical legislation brought forward by Deputy Catherine Murphy and the Independent group, the Thirty-First Amendment of the Constitution (The President) Bill 2011. This is also a major opportunity to do something radical, sensible and creative in the process of the election of our President. This Bill is about a new inclusive democracy but...

An Bille um an Aonú Leasú is Tríocha ar an mBunreacht (An tUachtarán) 2011: An Dara Céim / Thirty-First Amendment of the Constitution Bill 2011: Second Stage (2 Dec 2011)

Finian McGrath: There is no doubt about that, even though the last general election was tough going. The Minister of State, Deputy O'Dowd, stated that the reform and renewal of our Constitution is an important process to which the Government is fully committed. If he is in favour of reforming the Constitution, I hope he has a more open mind than that displayed by some of the comments he made in his speech....

An Bille um an Aonú Leasú is Tríocha ar an mBunreacht (An tUachtarán) 2011: An Dara Céim / Thirty-First Amendment of the Constitution Bill 2011: Second Stage (2 Dec 2011)

Finian McGrath: It has two men overboard so far, but it need not panic. Politics needs fresh energy. When I saw the new Deputies come in here, I thought they brought a new energy to the House. That is very important for here and for any presidential campaign. I strongly welcome the provision for five years. There should be a big clean-out after which we can get on with the job. Another amendment reduces...

An Bille um an Aonú Leasú is Tríocha ar an mBunreacht (An tUachtarán) 2011: An Dara Céim / Thirty-First Amendment of the Constitution Bill 2011: Second Stage (2 Dec 2011)

Finian McGrath: That is the democratic process, but I will stick with the people, as the Minister of State knows very well.

An Bille um an Aonú Leasú is Tríocha ar an mBunreacht (An tUachtarán) 2011: An Dara Céim / Thirty-First Amendment of the Constitution Bill 2011: Second Stage (2 Dec 2011)

Finian McGrath: Hear, hear.

Written Answers — Mortgage Arrears: Mortgage Arrears (1 Dec 2011)

Finian McGrath: Question 51: To ask the Minister for Finance the position regarding schemes to assist mortgage holders in negative equity; and if he is open to other solutions that assist the customer, the banks and the taxpayer. [38093/11]

Written Answers — Public Service Reform: Public Service Reform (1 Dec 2011)

Finian McGrath: Question 73: To ask the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform if there will be any retirement packages for public servants after February 2011 if more persons are interested in voluntary redundancies. [38085/11]

Written Answers — Job Creation: Job Creation (1 Dec 2011)

Finian McGrath: Question 82: To ask the Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation if he will provide an update on practical measures to assist small businesses. [38091/11]

Written Answers — Social Welfare Fraud: Social Welfare Fraud (1 Dec 2011)

Finian McGrath: Question 90: To ask the Minister for Social Protection her plans to deal with social welfare fraud; if there are any accurate figures on the amount of persons involved in fraud and the amounts involved. [38089/11]

Written Answers — Employment Support Services: Employment Support Services (1 Dec 2011)

Finian McGrath: Question 91: To ask the Minister for Social Protection if there are any schemes or benefits for self-employed persons who lose their jobs or businesses due to the recession. [38090/11]

Written Answers — Building Regulations: Building Regulations (1 Dec 2011)

Finian McGrath: Question 115: To ask the Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government if building regulations that require all new dwellings to have 10 kWh/m2/annum thermal or 4 kWh/m2/annum of electrical energy are being enforced; and the body with responsibility for enforcement. [38072/11]

Written Answers — Motor Taxation: Motor Taxation (1 Dec 2011)

Finian McGrath: Question 116: To ask the Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government his views on a matter (details supplied) regarding car tax. [38073/11]