Results 1-20 of 1,158 for speaker:Fiona O'Malley

European Regional Development. (10 Feb 2004)

Fiona O'Malley: The European Commission's ruling on Charleroi begs the question of whether there is coherence in EU policy. On the one hand, competition is a live and vibrant issue within the EU and the cornerstone of commercial viability. On the other is the all-important issue of subsidiarity. The recent judgment on Charleroi appears to place the two in conflict. Is there a lack of joined-up thinking on EU...

Written Answers — Legislative Programme: Legislative Programme (30 Mar 2004)

Fiona O'Malley: Question 214: To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment if, in view of commitments of the Dublin Declaration, the Government intends to implement into national legislation the WTO decision of 30 August 2003 on the implementation of paragraph 6 of the Doha Declaration on the TRIPS Agreement and Public Health; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [9880/04]

Written Answers — International Recognition: International Recognition (30 Mar 2004)

Fiona O'Malley: Question 239: To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs if he will intervene on behalf of Taiwan to have that country accepted into the WHO. [9879/04]

Twenty-seventh Amendment of the Constitution Bill 2004: Second Stage (Resumed). (22 Apr 2004)

Fiona O'Malley: I listened with interest yesterday evening to Deputy English's contribution. As a new Member, I share the horror and shame he felt at the hysterical manner with which the debate was conducted, particular during the opening session. I am glad the large number of schoolchildren present were not here yesterday because the conduct and tenor of the debate brought shame on the House. While I am...

Twenty-seventh Amendment of the Constitution Bill 2004: Second Stage (Resumed). (22 Apr 2004)

Fiona O'Malley: It is our responsibility to inform the people in a constructive and calm manner.

Twenty-seventh Amendment of the Constitution Bill 2004: Second Stage (Resumed). (22 Apr 2004)

Fiona O'Malley: I would appreciate if Deputies allowed me to make my contribution without heckling. We all deserve to be shown that basic courtesy. The debate should be conducted in a calm way and I would appreciate Deputies allowing me to make my point without interruption. They will have an opportunity to criticise me when I have done so. The issue is fundamentally and critically one of citizenship. What...

Twenty-seventh Amendment of the Constitution Bill 2004: Second Stage (Resumed). (22 Apr 2004)

Fiona O'Malley: Delaying the referendum would not be a good idea. It has been claimed that no debate has been held. The debate only began yesterday. It is incumbent upon us to ensure that the debate is calm and clear and that we remind people of the question they will be asked. I remind Deputies that the people will decide whether or not the amendment will be made. I ask Deputies to remember this when they...

Twenty-seventh Amendment of the Constitution Bill 2004: Second Stage (Resumed). (22 Apr 2004)

Fiona O'Malley: I do not know if Deputy O'Donnell proposed delaying the referendum.

Twenty-seventh Amendment of the Constitution Bill 2004: Second Stage (Resumed). (22 Apr 2004)

Fiona O'Malley: The Government has decided to go ahead with the referendum. The question of participation is important. Democracies throughout the world are facing a diminution in the participation of people in the political process. We have already decided to hold the European and local elections on the same day because we are all worried that if the European elections were held on their own, voter turnout...

Twenty-seventh Amendment of the Constitution Bill 2004: Second Stage (Resumed). (22 Apr 2004)

Fiona O'Malley: I do not understand the purpose of delaying the referendum. This is a false argument. The question will be put to the people and if they decide that the Oireachtas needs to legislate on the matter the debate will begin in earnest on the question of citizenship.

Twenty-seventh Amendment of the Constitution Bill 2004: Second Stage (Resumed). (22 Apr 2004)

Fiona O'Malley: What would be the point of that? Let us first discover if the people want to change the legislation.

Twenty-seventh Amendment of the Constitution Bill 2004: Second Stage (Resumed). (22 Apr 2004)

Fiona O'Malley: I disagree. The sooner the question goes to the people the better. The people's answer is supreme. They will decide what will happen. If they decide, in their wisdom, that the Constitution needs to be changed we will then have the debate outside an electoral contest. This would be to the benefit of us all.

Written Answers — Defence Forces Accommodation: Defence Forces Accommodation (18 May 2004)

Fiona O'Malley: Question 135: To ask the Minister for Defence if he will report on the accommodation facilities in Cathal Brugha Barracks; the plans for this barracks; and when the residents can expect to enjoy a suitable standard of accommodation. [14417/04]

Written Answers — Offences Against the Person: Offences Against the Person (18 May 2004)

Fiona O'Malley: Question 283: To ask the Minister for Health and Children the legal safeguards in existence to ensure the protection of girls and women against female genital mutilation here; and if asylum seekers and immigrants are informed that it may be illegal under the Non-Fatal Offences Against the Person Act 1997. [14415/04]

Written Answers — Proposed Legislation: Proposed Legislation (18 May 2004)

Fiona O'Malley: Question 329: To ask the Minister for Health and Children if his attention has been drawn to the draft legislation aimed at addressing the issue of female genital mutilation which was submitted to his Department in December 2003; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14414/04]

Written Answers — Retail Sector Developments: Retail Sector Developments (18 May 2004)

Fiona O'Malley: Question 401: To ask the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government when review of retail planning guidelines will be determined upon; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14416/04]

Written Answers — Alternative Energy Projects: Alternative Energy Projects (12 Oct 2004)

Fiona O'Malley: Question 190: To ask the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources when the power purchase agreements will be offered to the offshore projects of AER VI; and if he will publish a timetable of offer, acceptance, and rejection of the power purchase agreements and subsequent grid application connections in the form of a spreadsheet on his Department's website as provided for in...

Irish Nationality and Citizenship Bill 2004: Second Stage (Resumed). (2 Nov 2004)

Fiona O'Malley: The overwhelming result in the June referendum on citizenship highlights the need for order and clarity in this area. Although the citizenship provision in the Good Friday Agreement existed for a short period, it still had an impact on the country. I find it objectionable that it is described as a loophole. Those with entitlements under our laws should not be described as having the benefit...

Written Answers — Job Protection: Job Protection (16 Nov 2004)

Fiona O'Malley: Question 162: To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Health and Children the situation with regard to a company (details supplied). [28527/04]

Written Answers — Departmental Funding: Departmental Funding (1 Feb 2005)

Fiona O'Malley: Question 227: To ask the Minister for Community, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs the reason funding for a group (details supplied) has been withdrawn; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2711/05]