Results 281-300 of 3,476 for speaker:Charlie O'Connor

Written Answers — Road Safety: Road Safety (21 Apr 2005)

Charlie O'Connor: Question 161: To ask the Minister for Transport if he has plans for the compulsory wearing of high visibility vests for cyclists and motor cyclists; his views on the need for such action; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12623/05]

Written Answers — Parental Leave Provisions: Parental Leave Provisions (21 Apr 2005)

Charlie O'Connor: Question 162: To ask the Minister for Transport the arrangements for maternity leave within the public bodies under the aegis of his Department; if he will consider providing an additional eight weeks' paid leave in regard to maternity leave; the likely cost thereof; the likely cost to the Exchequer of six weeks' paid parental leave; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12736/05]

Written Answers — Parental Leave Provisions: Parental Leave Provisions (21 Apr 2005)

Charlie O'Connor: Question 167: To ask the Minister for Community, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs the arrangements for maternity leave within the public bodies under the aegis of his Department; if he will consider providing an additional eight weeks' paid leave in regard to maternity leave; the likely cost thereof; the likely cost to the Exchequer of six weeks' paid parental leave; and if he will make a...

Written Answers — Parental Leave Provisions: Parental Leave Provisions (21 Apr 2005)

Charlie O'Connor: Question 181: To ask the Minister for Agriculture and Food the arrangements for maternity leave within the public bodies under the aegis of her Department; if she will consider providing an additional eight weeks' paid leave in regard to maternity leave; the likely cost thereof; the likely cost to the Exchequer of six weeks' paid parental leave; and if she will make a statement on the matter....

Written Answers — Parental Leave Provisions: Parental Leave Provisions (21 Apr 2005)

Charlie O'Connor: Question 208: To ask the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform the arrangements for maternity leave within the public bodies under the aegis of his Department; if he will consider providing an additional eight weeks' paid leave in regard to maternity leave; the likely cost thereof; the likely cost to the Exchequer of six weeks' paid parental leave; and if he will make a statement on...

Written Answers — Special Educational Needs: Special Educational Needs (21 Apr 2005)

Charlie O'Connor: Question 224: To ask the Minister for Education and Science if consideration is being given to recognition of Irish sign language. [12645/05]

Written Answers — Parental Leave Provisions: Parental Leave Provisions (21 Apr 2005)

Charlie O'Connor: Question 239: To ask the Minister for Education and Science the arrangements for maternity leave within the public bodies under the aegis of her Department; if she will consider providing an additional eight weeks' paid leave in regard to maternity leave; the likely cost thereof; the likely cost to the Exchequer of six weeks' paid parental leave; and if she will make a statement on the...

Written Answers — Parental Leave Provisions: Parental Leave Provisions (21 Apr 2005)

Charlie O'Connor: Question 259: To ask the Minister for Defence the arrangements for maternity leave within the public bodies under the aegis of his Department; if he will consider providing an additional eight weeks' paid leave in regard to maternity leave; the likely cost thereof; the likely cost to the Exchequer of six weeks' paid parental leave; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12741/05]

Written Answers — Parental Leave Legislation: Parental Leave Legislation (21 Apr 2005)

Charlie O'Connor: Question 278: To ask the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government the arrangements for maternity leave within the public bodies under the aegis of his Department; if he will consider providing an additional eight weeks' paid leave in regard to maternity leave; the likely cost thereof; the likely cost to the Exchequer of six weeks' paid parental leave; and if he will make a...

Written Answers — Departmental Staff: Departmental Staff (26 Apr 2005)

Charlie O'Connor: Question 155: To ask the Taoiseach the arrangements for maternity leave within the public bodies under the aegis of his Department and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12743/05]

Class Sizes: Motion (Resumed). (27 Apr 2005)

Charlie O'Connor: I am grateful to say a few words on this important motion and compliment Deputy O'Sullivan and her party colleagues on giving us the opportunity. In addition to Deputy O'Sullivan, I acknowledge the other experts present in the House such as Deputies Enright and Finian McGrath, whom I have known as a great teacher for a long time, as well as Deputy Crowe. It is important to support what the...

Class Sizes: Motion (Resumed). (27 Apr 2005)

Charlie O'Connor: Fianna Fáil Deputies will not take lectures from people with regard to resources.

Class Sizes: Motion (Resumed). (27 Apr 2005)

Charlie O'Connor: The resources are being provided and Deputy McGrath knows that from his work. He did a tremendous job in a disadvantaged school and received a great deal of support and resources.

Class Sizes: Motion (Resumed). (27 Apr 2005)

Charlie O'Connor: Let us not be afraid to acknowledge the good that is being done while at the same time, in a positive way, make the case for more resources, as I am doing.

Class Sizes: Motion (Resumed). (27 Apr 2005)

Charlie O'Connor: I am proud to be in Fianna Fáil and to support this Government.

Class Sizes: Motion (Resumed). (27 Apr 2005)

Charlie O'Connor: I am still prepared to raise the issues, but people locally will say that the Government is delivering. Everybody is entitled to their perspective.

Class Sizes: Motion (Resumed). (27 Apr 2005)

Charlie O'Connor: Things are happening. I look forward to supporting the Government amendment and thank the House for its forbearance.

Written Answers — Overseas Development Aid: Overseas Development Aid (27 Apr 2005)

Charlie O'Connor: Question 193: To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs the schedule being followed in respect of the proposed White Paper on assistance to third world countries; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [13639/05]

School Staffing. (28 Apr 2005)

Charlie O'Connor: I thank the Ceann Comhairle for his kindness in allowing me to raise this issue. I welcome the Minister of State at the Department of Education and Science, Deputy Brian Lenihan. This Minister of State has shown a great interest in Tallaght and I hope he will understand the issue my colleague, Deputy Crowe, and I — neighbours in Springfield — raise is of great concern. Each time I speak...

Written Answers — Public Transport: Public Transport (4 May 2005)

Charlie O'Connor: Question 323: To ask the Minister for Transport if he will report on his meeting with the South Dublin Chamber of Commerce based in Tallaght; will the proposal receive his special attention; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14451/05]