Results 201-204 of 204 for speaker:Peter Kelly

Education (Amendment) Bill 2010: Second Stage (Resumed) (14 Oct 2010)

Peter Kelly: I ask for further debate on this issue as I wish to re-examine it. There is no need for non-registered teachers at present due to the number of registered teachers who are out of work. The timing is wrong.

Education (Amendment) Bill 2010: Second Stage (Resumed) (10 Nov 2010)

Peter Kelly: This legislation is one of several measures currently being progressed by the Government to cater for the changing nature of Irish society and the new requirements of education provision. There have already been many developments that have helped bring about greater diversity in our education system. Today's legislation is just one of many ongoing developments and I welcome the Tánaiste's...

Reform of Structures of Government: Motion (Resumed) (10 Nov 2010)

Peter Kelly: On the subject of political reform, there is a need and a hunger from the public for it. I would take a good look at the committee system which exists in the Dáil. It is a very good system and an all-party forum should examine committees and give them more teeth and power because that would be the way to go. I would also abolish all the tribunals. They have not served this country well...

Handling of Criminal Matter in Longford: Statements (10 Dec 2010)

Peter Kelly: Mr. Noel Keegan, rest in peace. I would like to say a few words on the tragic death of Mr. Noel Keegan, which occurred almost a year ago. The dreadful circumstances surrounding his death have been well documented in the press and what happened on last New Year's Eve was a dreadful tragedy and has robbed a wife and family of a loving husband and father. I went to see Marie, Noel's widow,...