Results 121-140 of 3,476 for speaker:Charlie O'Connor

Roads Infrastructure: Motion. (23 Nov 2004)

Charlie O'Connor: Having listened carefully the Minister I support what he said. All of us are aware of the need for this scheme and the increasing congestion in the towns and villages of Kells, Navan and Dunshaughlin which are better known to my colleagues opposite. The new road will reduce traffic on the existing N3 and will significantly reduce through traffic in Dunshaughlin, Navan and Kells. The existing...

Health Bill 2004: Second Stage (Resumed). (23 Nov 2004)

Charlie O'Connor: I welcome the opportunity to contribute to the debate and I acknowledge the presence of the Tánaiste and Minister for Health and Children and the Minister of State, Deputy Tim O'Malley. Unlike my colleague, Deputy Gormley, I do not have a book written by a party member to promote. I must pass on that opportunity. This is important legislation and it is important that we debate it in the time...

Health Bill 2004: Second Stage (Resumed). (23 Nov 2004)

Charlie O'Connor: I represent Dublin South-West which has approximately 35,000 houses and a population of about 70,000. It goes from Brittas to Tallaght, Firhouse, Templeogue and Greenhills.

Health Bill 2004: Second Stage (Resumed). (23 Nov 2004)

Charlie O'Connor: During my period in public life, I have continued to campaign strongly with colleagues from all parties for proper facilities throughout that region and not only in our hospital. We all campaigned in Tallaght to ensure that the Adelaide, Meath and National Children's Hospitals came to Tallaght, which they did in June 1998. There are other facilities there also, however. I sometimes invite...

Health Bill 2004: Second Stage (Resumed). (23 Nov 2004)

Charlie O'Connor: Other facilities in the area include the brand new health centre in Jobstown, the new GP centre in Killinarden and similar facilities in Brookfield. The need for a refurbished and developed health centre in Millbrook Lawns remains an issue, although the Government has grant-aided that to the extent of €1 million so far. I wish to tell the Minister of State that we are knocking on the...

Health Bill 2004: Second Stage (Resumed). (23 Nov 2004)

Charlie O'Connor: I apologise to the Minister of State because I should have linked those words better. It is important that Tallaght gets its share, as should Limerick or other parts of Dublin.

Health Bill 2004: Second Stage (Resumed). (23 Nov 2004)

Charlie O'Connor: Beaumont, indeed. The Deputy will understand that I do not go to Beaumont all that often, although I am happy to acknowledge the tremendous contribution that hospital has made to our health care services. I want to make the case for Millbrook Lawns because it is currently going through the planning process and the site needs to be properly redeveloped. I hope to have the continued support of...

Health Bill 2004: Second Stage (Resumed). (23 Nov 2004)

Charlie O'Connor: In the context of the developments taking place under the remit of the Bill, health staff should be properly briefed about what is going on. They should also have an opportunity to discuss their future. When I worked in an ordinary job, I went through phases when we did not know what was going on in companies but it is important to understand what is happening. Those of us who are privileged...

Health Bill 2004: Second Stage (Resumed). (23 Nov 2004)

Charlie O'Connor: Like many people who become sick, sometimes one wonders if one wants to bother any more. Lots of Deputy Neville's colleagues told me to take up golf but I wanted to be a politician and here I am.

Health Bill 2004: Second Stage (Resumed). (23 Nov 2004)

Charlie O'Connor: I do not have a safe seat. The Deputy need not worry. He probably has the safest seat in the House. I am working on what I am doing and I am always happy to acknowledge what my friends in Tallaght Hospital did for me and many others. While I do not want to single out one department ahead of another, I am always in awe of the work of the cardiac rehabilitation team, which does a tremendous...

Health Bill 2004: Second Stage (Resumed). (23 Nov 2004)

Charlie O'Connor: All Ministers listen to us humble Fianna Fáil backbenchers and we get a good response from them. The Minister of State has come to Tallaght on a number of occasions and has done very positive work. I am happy to wish him well and congratulate him. I look forward to supporting the Bill and to listening to other contributions.

Written Answers — Rail Services: Rail Services (23 Nov 2004)

Charlie O'Connor: Question 319: To ask the Minister for Transport if he will seek action and a report from the RPA in respect of the outstanding concerns of the Kingswood Heights residents association, Tallaght; if his attention has been drawn to the concern of the community that the RPA commitments be delivered; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30244/04]

Written Answers — Suicide Incidence: Suicide Incidence (26 Jan 2005)

Charlie O'Connor: Question 326: To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Health and Children her plans for a major programme to promote suicide prevention; her views on the matter; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [2068/05]

Written Answers — Garda Stations: Garda Stations (26 Jan 2005)

Charlie O'Connor: Question 357: To ask the Minister for Finance if he will present a report on considerations by the OPW of the future Garda station needs of Tallaght, Dublin 24; if his attention has been drawn to the need for a specific announcement to be made by OPW in the matter; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1116/05]

Written Answers — Middle East Peace Process: Middle East Peace Process (26 Jan 2005)

Charlie O'Connor: Question 448: To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs if he has made contact with the new President of the Palestinian Authority; his plans to assist that new administration in seeking peace in the Middle East; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1064/05]

Written Answers — Northern Ireland Issues: Northern Ireland Issues (26 Jan 2005)

Charlie O'Connor: Question 449: To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs if he will report on his recent dealings in respect of the peace process in Northern Ireland; the contacts he has had with political leaders in Northern Ireland; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1065/05]

Written Answers — Official Engagements: Official Engagements (26 Jan 2005)

Charlie O'Connor: Question 450: To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs the position regarding his contacts in respect of Cyprus; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1066/05]

Written Answers — Diplomatic Representation: Diplomatic Representation (26 Jan 2005)

Charlie O'Connor: Question 451: To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs his proposals to open new embassies abroad in 2005; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1067/05]

Written Answers — Irish Emigrants: Irish Emigrants (26 Jan 2005)

Charlie O'Connor: Question 452: To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs if, as part of the Irish abroad initiative, he can seek information on the number of Irish persons living in the UK who are finding it difficult to exist; his contacts with various groups in the UK helping these persons; the level of funding being made available to these groups; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1068/05]

Written Answers — Job Losses: Job Losses (26 Jan 2005)

Charlie O'Connor: Question 519: To ask the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment if his attention has been drawn to the recent announcement by a company (details supplied) that it is to close its plant in Tallaght in June 2005 with the loss of 180 jobs; if his attention has further been drawn to the fact that this is a serious blow to the families concerned and the local economy; if he will contact the...