Results 101-120 of 501 for speaker:Noel O'Flynn

Written Answers — Deportation Orders: Deportation Orders (30 Jan 2008)

Noel O'Flynn: Question 1131: To ask the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform when a decision will be made in the case of a person (details supplied) in County Kilkenny who has applied to remain in the State on humanitarian grounds; and if he will expedite the matter. [36080/07]

Written Answers — Voluntary Sector Funding: Voluntary Sector Funding (12 Feb 2008)

Noel O'Flynn: Question 196: To ask the Minister for Health and Children if she will provide core funding for the Irish Osteoporosis Society in 2008; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [4525/08]

Written Answers — Health Services: Health Services (12 Feb 2008)

Noel O'Flynn: Question 197: To ask the Minister for Health and Children if she will insist on the reinstatement of physiotherapy services at a school (details supplied) in County Kilkenny; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [4526/08]

Written Answers — Social Welfare Benefits: Social Welfare Benefits (12 Feb 2008)

Noel O'Flynn: Question 360: To ask the Minister for Social and Family Affairs if an enhanced payment of rent allowance will be awarded in the case of a person (details supplied) in County Kilkenny in view of the medical circumstances of the person; and if he will expedite a response. [4530/08]

Written Answers — Social Welfare Benefits: Social Welfare Benefits (12 Feb 2008)

Noel O'Flynn: Question 361: To ask the Minister for Social and Family Affairs if rent allowance will be approved in the case of a person (details supplied) in County Kilkenny. [4531/08]

Written Answers — Fire Stations: Fire Stations (12 Feb 2008)

Noel O'Flynn: Question 597: To ask the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government if he is in receipt of an application for funding from Kilkenny County Council for the provision of a new fire station for Graiguenamanagh, County Kilkenny; and if so, if he will expedite a decision in relation to same. [4524/08]

Immigration, Residence and Protection Bill 2008: Second Stage (Resumed) (14 Feb 2008)

Noel O'Flynn: I am delighted to speak on this important legislation for a modern Ireland that is experiencing extraordinary changes. Only 20 years ago nobody would have believed we would debate immigration in this House as at that time emigration was the subject of much concerned debate. We all remember the 1980s when so many young people left for the United States of America, the UK, Australia and other...

Immigration, Residence and Protection Bill 2008: Second Stage (Resumed) (14 Feb 2008)

Noel O'Flynn: There is a myth that most immigrants enter this country unlawfully but, contrary to this perception, most people come here in a proper fashion with the correct visas and permits. This Bill sets out for the first time in statutes the procedures for applying for a visa and for dealing with asylum seekers. It makes the immigration process transparent to those living here and those who wish to...

Immigration, Residence and Protection Bill 2008: Second Stage (Resumed) (14 Feb 2008)

Noel O'Flynn: Many people from outside the EU living in this country make a valuable contribution to Irish society by providing important skills and paying taxes. The provision in this Bill for long-term residents recognises this and will allow such people and their families to stay and put down permanent roots. The new status for long-term residents will give qualifying immigrants access to State-funded...

Immigration, Residence and Protection Bill 2008: Second Stage (Resumed) (14 Feb 2008)

Noel O'Flynn: I do not propose to give further details of the case because the Minister has received a copy of the letter. I hope his officials are listening and will address the anomalies raised in the correspondence. It is not fair that a person issued with a work permit from the Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment may bring his or her family to Ireland, whereas an Irish citizen may not...

Written Answers — Health Services: Health Services (19 Feb 2008)

Noel O'Flynn: Question 201: To ask the Minister for Health and Children if domiciliary care allowance will be granted in the case of a person (details supplied) in County Kilkenny. [6121/08]

Written Answers — Pension Provisions: Pension Provisions (19 Feb 2008)

Noel O'Flynn: Question 414: To ask the Minister for Social and Family Affairs if he will allow more flexibility in pension payments relative to the electronic payment method; if an agent will be allowed to sign; and if the validation period will be maintained at 12 weeks rather than 20 days. [6120/08]

Twenty-eighth Amendment of the Constitution Bill 2008: Second Stage (Resumed) (9 Apr 2008)

Noel O'Flynn: No debate on the EU reform treaty would be possible without examining where we have come from, where we are now and where we are going. Most commentators would agree that Ireland has benefited from its engagement with the European Union but I am not sure the Irish electorate, or those campaigning for a "No" vote in the forthcoming referendum, are aware of how different the Ireland of 2008 is...

Intoxicating Liquor Bill 2008: Second Stage (Resumed) (1 Jul 2008)

Noel O'Flynn: I welcome the Minister's decision to heed his party colleagues and Members from other parties on proposals regarding early morning licences, of which there are three in Cork. The three premises in question, the Welcome Inn, The Sextant and Charlies, are run extremely well and have held early morning licences for many decades. They serve the docklands and other areas and cater for people...

Intoxicating Liquor Bill 2008: Second Stage (Resumed) (1 Jul 2008)

Noel O'Flynn: I also welcome the Minister's decision to heed Members and representatives of industry on the cordoning off of areas for the sale of alcohol in supermarkets. I note that supermarkets have already begun to move all alcohol into one area rather than placing such products at points of sale where they are an attractive option. I hope the supermarkets will take the Minister's advice and agree to...

Intoxicating Liquor Bill 2008: Second Stage (Resumed) (1 Jul 2008)

Noel O'Flynn: I am pleased my colleagues in Cork County Council introduced similar legislation in certain parts of the county following years of being asked to do so. Parts of certain towns and cities turn in to no-go areas at certain times of the day and night. Gangs of people binge drinking and loitering in public spaces are a source of intimidation and anxiety to local residents. This is particularly...

Intoxicating Liquor Bill 2008: Second Stage (Resumed) (1 Jul 2008)

Noel O'Flynn: Christmas is a nightmare for many people. Some individuals who drink alcohol can ruin the holiday for all.

Intoxicating Liquor Bill 2008: Second Stage (Resumed) (1 Jul 2008)

Noel O'Flynn: The St. Patrick's Day parade is in danger of becoming a shrine to our binge drinking culture. As a society, we must learn to find other ways of socialising and enjoying ourselves. The Mediterranean way of life — enjoying a sociable drink or two, with good food and in good company — has much to recommend it. The Bill also deals with the huge increase in the availability of alcohol. The...

Intoxicating Liquor Bill 2008: Second Stage (Resumed) (1 Jul 2008)

Noel O'Flynn: I am not referring to all supermarkets or shops. I am referring to those which advertise alcohol in the way I have outlined.

Intoxicating Liquor Bill 2008: Second Stage (Resumed) (1 Jul 2008)

Noel O'Flynn: I hope that new measures being introduced in the Bill will see an end to this practice. Negotiations involving the Department of Justice, Equality and Law Reform have led to the introduction of a code of practice. In that context, I hope the sales and marketing techniques used by suppliers and retailers will reflect the wishes of the Oireachtas and the Department sponsoring the Bill. There...