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Industrial Disputes. (24 Sep 2009)

Chris Andrews: I am concerned by the length of the dispute between Marine Terminals Limited, MTL, and the men and women working for the company in Dublin Port. This dispute has resulted in pickets being placed on port installations by the workers who are opposed to the unilateral imposition of mass redundancies and cuts in pay and conditions by management. This dispute is in its 13th week and MTL has...

Written Answers — Proposed Legislation: Proposed Legislation (22 Sep 2009)

Chris Andrews: Question 217: To ask the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform when the legislation for the abolishment of upwards only rent reviews will be implemented. [32352/09]

National Asset Management Agency Bill 2009: Second Stage (Resumed) (22 Sep 2009)

Chris Andrews: I wish to share time with Deputy Bobby Aylward.

National Asset Management Agency Bill 2009: Second Stage (Resumed) (22 Sep 2009)

Chris Andrews: I am delighted to have this opportunity to speak. I speak for every Member of this House when I state that the proposed legislation to establish NAMA is one of the most important and complex Bills to come before the House for debate. Rightly, the discussion surrounding these proposals has been vigorous and intense, with every person on the island wanting to ensure that stability is restored...

Written Answers — Tax Code: Tax Code (16 Sep 2009)

Chris Andrews: Question 281: To ask the Minister for Finance the position regarding a study into taxing on-line and phone betting; his views on the introduction of a tax for on-line betting; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31036/09]

Written Answers — Middle East Peace Process: Middle East Peace Process (16 Sep 2009)

Chris Andrews: Question 784: To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs his views on the decision by the Israeli Government to formally approve the construction of more than 450 new homes in the occupied West Bank in view of the fact that this move is in direct conflict with the road map for peace and nullifies any future settlement freezes. [31035/09]

Written Answers — Human Rights Issues: Human Rights Issues (9 Jul 2009)

Chris Andrews: Question 575: To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs his views on a proposal (details supplied). [29236/09]

Written Answers — Pharmacy Statistics: Pharmacy Statistics (8 Jul 2009)

Chris Andrews: Question 186: To ask the Minister for Health and Children the number of pharmacists in existence on 1 March 2008; and the number on 1 March 2009. [28124/09]

Written Answers — Pharmacist Numbers: Pharmacist Numbers (30 Jun 2009)

Chris Andrews: Question 172: To ask the Minister for Health and Children the number of pharmacists registered here in March 2008; and the number of pharmacists registered as of March 2009. [25692/09]

Written Answers — Social and Affordable Housing: Social and Affordable Housing (30 Jun 2009)

Chris Andrews: Question 372: To ask the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government if, with regard to rental supplements for tenants of housing associations, housing cooperative, housing trusts and local authority housing, he will request that these bodies reduce rents in line with the reductions in the private sector; and if, in view of the fact that these bodies are publicly funded, he...

Written Answers — Foreign Conflicts: Foreign Conflicts (25 Jun 2009)

Chris Andrews: Question 153: To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs if he will make a statement on Israel's continuing blockade of Gaza, in particular, on its arbitrary prohibition of items such as tinned meat, tomato paste, clothing, shoes and notebooks (details supplied). [25554/09]

Written Answers — Middle East Peace Process: Middle East Peace Process (25 Jun 2009)

Chris Andrews: Question 154: To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs his views on the statement made by Israeli Prime Minister, Mr Benjamin Netanyahu on 14 June 2009; if he will ensure that Ireland will in no way support improved trade relations between Israel and the EU; and his further views on Israel's refusal to halt all expansion in the West Bank. [25617/09]

Written Answers — Overseas Missions: Overseas Missions (23 Jun 2009)

Chris Andrews: Question 68: To ask the Minister for Defence if he will report on the recent outbreak of gastroenteritis among Irish troops serving as part of the UN mission in Chad; if the cause of the outbreak has been identified; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24581/09]

Written Answers — Overseas Missions: Overseas Missions (23 Jun 2009)

Chris Andrews: Question 70: To ask the Minister for Defence if Ireland will be contributing to or participating in the Operation Atlanta mission to tackle the problem with pirates off the coast of Somalia; the nature and extent of that participation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24580/09]

Written Answers — Olympic Games: Olympic Games (23 Jun 2009)

Chris Andrews: Question 334: To ask the Minister for Arts, Sport and Tourism if there are plans to use the facilities at Irishtown Stadium, Dublin, for visiting international Olympic teams prior to the 2012 Olympics; and if Dublin City Council has been contacted to ensure their facilities are in peak condition. [25001/09]

Written Answers — Olympic Games: Olympic Games (23 Jun 2009)

Chris Andrews: Question 335: To ask the Minister for Arts, Sport and Tourism the action taken to act on the recommendations in the report to the Minister for Arts, Sport and Tourism of the London 2012 Olympics and Para-Olympics Taskforce of March 2008 in order to bring national Olympic teams here, prior 2012 Olympic games. [25002/09]

Companies (Amendment) Bill 2009 [Seanad]: Second Stage (Resumed) (18 Jun 2009)

Chris Andrews: I welcome the opportunity to speak on the Bill. As the previous speaker said, how we are perceived is important. We need to ensure that Ireland is perceived as a safe place to do business. That was not the case. This Bill will help in many ways to repair the recent damage done to the reputation of the financial sector. Its main purpose is to ensure that directors' financial dealings will...

Post Office Network. (17 Jun 2009)

Chris Andrews: I appreciate the opportunity to raise this matter, which revolves around social isolation and the impact a lack of social infrastructure can have on communities. I wish to refer to the community that will be affected by An Post's decision to close the post office in Ringsend. The closure of the post office will have a detrimental effect on the old people who live in this community and who...

Unemployment Levels: Motion (Resumed) (17 Jun 2009)

Chris Andrews: I am delighted to have an opportunity to speak on this issue. More than 1 million people in Ireland work in the small and medium-sized enterprise, SME, sector and in effect, it comprises the backbone of the Irish economy. People who start up businesses and who try to create employment have vision and the Government will not be found wanting when it comes to supporting them. Figures...

Unemployment Levels: Motion (Resumed) (17 Jun 2009)

Chris Andrews: I refer to the business improvement district scheme, BIDS, payments the council applies to small businesses; these should be reduced. While BIDS is a very good scheme-----