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Leaders' Questions (2 Dec 2008)

Noel Coonan: No.

Written Answers — Alternative Energy Projects: Alternative Energy Projects (27 Nov 2008)

Noel Coonan: Question 161: To ask the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources the grants available from his Department to help alleviate the costs of introducing alternative energy sources such as wood pellet burners, insulation, solar panels and so on in new homes; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43267/08]

Written Answers — Energy Conservation: Energy Conservation (27 Nov 2008)

Noel Coonan: Question 162: To ask the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources the grants available from his Department to help alleviate the costs in respect of insulation of older homes; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43268/08]

Schools Building Projects. (26 Nov 2008)

Noel Coonan: I thank the Ceann Comhairle for allowing me to raise this issue along with my colleague, Deputy Enright. This is an important matter for people in the Dromakeenan area, which is just outside the borders of north Tipperary, on the outskirts of Roscrea. Many parents and children in the area have major concerns, particularly about the safety issues to which Deputy Enright has alluded. Two of...

Schools Building Projects. (26 Nov 2008)

Noel Coonan: Perhaps at the end of the year he could be there for the official opening, just prior to the general election we anticipate. This is a serious issue. I urge the Minister of State and his senior Minister, Deputy O'Keeffe, to sanction this proposal because it is essential for the people of the area and it is an example of what we need in rural Ireland.

Schools Building Projects. (26 Nov 2008)

Noel Coonan: On a point of information, the Minister of State might tell us what a "fully vertical co-educational facility" is.

Written Answers — Schools Refurbishment: Schools Refurbishment (25 Nov 2008)

Noel Coonan: Question 537: To ask the Minister for Education and Science the situation regarding a refurbishment project at a school (details supplied) in north Tipperary; when the project will move to the next stage; the reasons for the delay in progressing the project; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42236/08]

Written Answers — Schools Refurbishment: Schools Refurbishment (25 Nov 2008)

Noel Coonan: Question 538: To ask the Minister for Education and Science the situation regarding a refurbishment project at a school (details supplied) in north Tipperary; when the project will move to the next stage; the reasons for the delay in progressing the project; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42237/08]

Written Answers — Schools Refurbishment: Schools Refurbishment (25 Nov 2008)

Noel Coonan: Question 539: To ask the Minister for Education and Science the situation regarding a refurbishment project at a school (details supplied) in north Tipperary; when the project will move to the next stage; the reasons for the delay in progressing the project; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42238/08]

Written Answers — Summer Works Scheme: Summer Works Scheme (25 Nov 2008)

Noel Coonan: Question 540: To ask the Minister for Education and Science his plans to reinstate the summer works scheme for 2009; if schools that have applied previously will have to reapply; the amount of funding that will be provided for the scheme; when schools should apply for the scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42239/08]

Written Answers — Schools Refurbishment: Schools Refurbishment (25 Nov 2008)

Noel Coonan: Question 541: To ask the Minister for Education and Science the situation regarding a refurbishment project at a school (details supplied) in north Tipperary; when the project will move to the next stage; the reasons for the delay in progressing the project; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42240/08]

Leaders' Questions (25 Nov 2008)

Noel Coonan: Wheelbarrows.

Departmental Agencies. (19 Nov 2008)

Noel Coonan: Question 84: To ask the Minister for Arts, Sport and Tourism the assessment of cost savings that was carried out in respect of the proposed amalgamation of the Irish Museum of Modern Art, Crawford Art Gallery and National Gallery of Ireland; the projected savings to be achieved; the costs which it is envisaged might be associated with the amalgamation of these bodies; and if he will make a...

International Agreements. (18 Nov 2008)

Noel Coonan: I thank Deputy Neville for raising this matter on the Adjournment and I urge the Minister to use his skills and many talents, especially in diplomacy, to seek a resolution to this matter, bearing in mind the outstanding efforts of the volunteers and host families. Bonds of friendship and contacts between various families and children in Ireland and Belarus have been formed. It is a hand of...

Gas (Amendment) Bill 2008: Second Stage (18 Nov 2008)

Noel Coonan: First, I apologise to the Minister for the absence of my colleague, Fine Gael's spokesperson on energy, Deputy Simon Coveney, who is unavoidably absent. I trust the Minister will not take offence at a Tipperary man standing in for a Cork man.

Gas (Amendment) Bill 2008: Second Stage (18 Nov 2008)

Noel Coonan: We do so on a regular basis. I wish to give a guarded welcome to the Bill. Fine Gael supports its introduction, subject to some concerns it has in this regard. However, it is important to recognise that Bord Gáis Éireann is ideally positioned and well placed at present to take advantage of the financial position that has been made available to it. It should be acknowledged that it has...

Written Answers — Prison Medical Service: Prison Medical Service (13 Nov 2008)

Noel Coonan: Question 28: To ask the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform if he deems it appropriate for young people who require treatment such as psychiatric treatment to be located on the same site as other categories of prisoners; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40308/08]

Cyber Bullying. (13 Nov 2008)

Noel Coonan: Question 6: To ask the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform his strategy to combat cyber bullying; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37470/08]

Written Answers — Cycle Facilities: Cycle Facilities (12 Nov 2008)

Noel Coonan: Question 151: To ask the Minister for Transport the progress to date on the provision promised in the programme for Government for a Dublin coast walk and cycle route in order to reduce road deaths; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39908/08]

Written Answers — Fuel Poverty: Fuel Poverty (11 Nov 2008)

Noel Coonan: Question 117: To ask the Minister for Social and Family Affairs if she will develop and publish a national strategy to address fuel poverty; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [39393/08]