Results 1,821-1,840 of 5,534 for speaker:Maureen O'Sullivan

Written Answers — Department of Housing, Planning, Community and Local Government: Emergency Accommodation Data (18 Jan 2017)

Maureen O'Sullivan: 141. To ask the Minister for Housing, Planning, Community and Local Government the number of three bedroom units which were offered to families in emergency accommodation in 2016; and the number of three bedroom units which are due to come on stream in 2017 to accommodate large families in emergency accommodation. [2185/17]

Other Questions: Motor Insurance (17 Jan 2017)

Maureen O'Sullivan: 317. To ask the Minister for Finance the status of the report of the working group examining spiralling motor insurance costs; when he envisages the findings being acted upon in the interests of motorists who have seen huge hikes in premiums; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1758/17]

Northern Ireland: Statements (17 Jan 2017)

Maureen O'Sullivan: Is maith liom an seanfhocal "ní neart go cur le chéile". Ceapaim go bhfuil sé oiriúnach don díospóireacht seo ós rud é go bhfuil sé ciallmhar, praiticiúil agus ag baint le fealsúnacht. Tá sé soiléir nach raibh an seanfhocal sin i gceist ag na daoine sa Tuaisceart, go háirithe na polaiteoirí, nach raibh ag "cur...

Written Answers — Department of Finance: Insurance Coverage (17 Jan 2017)

Maureen O'Sullivan: 71. To ask the Minister for Finance the advances that have been made between his Department and Insurance Ireland regarding the problems faced by potential home buyers in areas that have been flooded and in which substantial prevention and remedial works have taken place but who are still denied insurance cover for flooding. [1729/17]

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Family Law Cases (17 Jan 2017)

Maureen O'Sullivan: 130. To ask the Minister for Justice and Equality her views on the functionality of the in camera rule within family law cases; her further views on the persons this rule primarily protects; her views on whether it offers protection to family members who are not guardians of the concerned child; her further views on whether a review of the rule is needed; and if she will make a statement on...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Legal Aid Service (17 Jan 2017)

Maureen O'Sullivan: 173. To ask the Minister for Justice and Equality her views on whether it is acceptable to have members of the Legal Aid Board actively practicing in cases against applicants of legal aid; her further views on whether this practice could possibly create a conflict of interest for the barristers and solicitors representing persons in receipt of legal aid in court cases; and if she will make a...

Written Answers — Department of Finance: Exchequer Revenue (17 Jan 2017)

Maureen O'Sullivan: 316. To ask the Minister for Finance his plans to tackle black market smuggling here that a recent report stated cost the State €2.35 billion in 2015 in lost revenue; if his attention has been drawn to hardships faced in particular by small retailers; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1755/17]

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: Teachers Conciliation Council (17 Jan 2017)

Maureen O'Sullivan: 444. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills to outline the provisions he has made to mitigate against potential further disruption to learning by possible further industrial action, in view of the fact that students are now approaching the State examination period of the academic year; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1850/17]

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: National Monuments (17 Jan 2017)

Maureen O'Sullivan: 718. To ask the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform if the historic sites at Newgrange and Kilmainham Gaol are self-financing at this stage; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1756/17]

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Railway Stations (17 Jan 2017)

Maureen O'Sullivan: 1596. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he will commission Transport Infrastructure Ireland to conduct a feasibility study for a commuter rail station at Prospect Junction, Cross Guns Bridge, Dublin, which is served by both the Newbridge-Grand Canal Dock line via the recently reopened Phoenix Park tunnel and also the Connolly Station to Maynooth commuter line and...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on the Implementation of the Good Friday Agreement: Implications for Good Friday Agreement of UK Referendum Result: Discusssion (Resumed) (12 Jan 2017)

Maureen O'Sullivan: I thank the witnesses for the presentation. The more presentations on Brexit we hear, the more I am very struck by Roy Keane's adage, "Fail to prepare, prepare to fail." There is no doubt about the lack of preparation for what we are all going through. Many issues are out of our hands. We would all like a soft Brexit. I do not think anybody would disagree with what Ms Brady said about the...

Other Questions: Mother and Baby Homes Inquiries (14 Dec 2016)

Maureen O'Sullivan: 39. To ask the Minister for Children and Youth Affairs if she will consider a request by a group (details supplied) to remove the word "home" from the commission of investigation and replace it with the word "institution"; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [40178/16]

Other Questions: Mother and Baby Homes Inquiries (14 Dec 2016)

Maureen O'Sullivan: My question relates to a request from a group of survivors from the mother and baby homes because they find it offensive that the word "home" is used to describe something that was an institution. They were hoping there might be some move on removing that word "home" in whatever way that could happen.

Other Questions: Mother and Baby Homes Inquiries (14 Dec 2016)

Maureen O'Sullivan: I appreciate the Minister's answer. I understand the legality of it. Nobody would want the process of the investigation to be slowed in any way because it has been such a long time coming. At least we have the opportunity today to draw attention to the fact that the word "home" has certain connotations. It is a place where one feels safe and belongs. It is a place of laughter and joy and...

Other Questions: Mother and Baby Homes Inquiries (14 Dec 2016)

Maureen O'Sullivan: The naming issue might seem like a small matter but it is important to the group that brought it to our attention. Coming up to Christmas, we are very conscious of home and the various Christmas songs such as "Driving home for Christmas". It is important that we make the point today. I will refer to a group which met the Minister's predecessor, the former Deputy and now Senator James...

Pre-European Council: Statements (14 Dec 2016)

Maureen O'Sullivan: I wish to cover a couple of areas in my five minutes to contribute. When it comes to Syria, language fails to describe what is happening there. I do not think we have the language that could convey the depth of the suffering, devastation and anguish of Syrian people. In a way, it is a war that has nothing to do with the ordinary people of Syria. The way in which it has developed has left...

Leaders' Questions (14 Dec 2016)

Maureen O'Sullivan: I took part in a concert last night that was raising funds for two charities, one of which was the Capuchin day centre in Church Street and I listened to Brother Kevin make a speech. It was staggering to hear of the increasing numbers the centre is feeding and it was heartbreaking to listen to the stories of individuals and families who are engaging with the centre. We know the situation is...

Leaders' Questions (14 Dec 2016)

Maureen O'Sullivan: I do believe damage has been done to our reputation. There is one way to ensure our reputation is restored. We can be more proactive in supporting and adhering to the public country by country reporting and committing to the highest level of transparency. We should ensure that companies are made to conduct their tax business in a more just and open way. That is the way to disprove and...

Horse and Greyhound Racing Fund Regulations 2016: Motion (14 Dec 2016)

Maureen O'Sullivan: The greyhound industry is getting some €16 million in funding from the Government, yet within the industry we see appalling examples of animal abuse and lack of concern for animal welfare. I acknowledge that there are greyhound owners who look after their animals, but there are also those who have no compunction and who are always ready to sell off their unwanted greyhounds to places...

Written Answers — Department of Children and Youth Affairs: Youth Services Provision (14 Dec 2016)

Maureen O'Sullivan: 50. To ask the Minister for Children and Youth Affairs if she will provide support to the youth services sector, acknowledging their work; and her plans to restore their funding in line with predicted population increases of 13% in the age group between 18 to 25 year olds. [40179/16]