Results 1-11 of 11 for troy speaker:Brendan Smith

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Defence Forces (16 May 2024)

Brendan Smith: ...a virtual closedown of movement across the Border. There is a ready-made military facility there. It could be put back into use in a short period of time. In response to questions from my colleague, Deputy Troy, the Tánaiste spoke about the structure of the Defence Forces. He also said that by 2028, we need 11,500 enlisted personnel. They will need accommodation.

Domestic Violence: Statements (11 Dec 2019)

Brendan Smith: ...support from services in County Sligo. Similarly, in our neighbouring county of Monaghan, people must look to the services in counties Louth or Meath for help. That is not acceptable. Like Deputy Troy, I acknowledge the great work done by the many voluntary organisations. They do receive some support from Government, through several Departments, but they depend very heavily on...

OECD Report on SME and Entrepreneurship Policy in Ireland: Statements (10 Dec 2019)

Brendan Smith: I welcome the opportunity to make a short contribution on this important report. My colleagues, Deputies Troy and Scanlon, dealt with some of the details of the report earlier. I wish to refer specifically to the needs of the Border region. Through parliamentary questions and other debates in this House, we have discussed the particular challenges facing small and medium-sized enterprises...

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Brexit Supports (9 Oct 2019)

Brendan Smith: ...to our local economy in Cavan and Monaghan are equally important in Fermanagh, Tyrone and Armagh. I welcome the funding provided in the budget for a no-deal Brexit. As my colleague, Deputy Troy, said earlier, we want to know the details of how this will be shared between equity loans or grants. Will the Minister ensure the sectors most vulnerable to a no-deal Brexit are given...

Select Committee on Foreign Affairs and Trade, and Defence: Estimates for Public Services 2019
Vote 27 - International Co-operation (Revised)
Vote 28 - Foreign Affairs and Trade (Revised) (28 Mar 2019)

Brendan Smith: ...and dangerous places. I attended a seminar on the need for climate action in Athlone Institute of Technology last Thursday night. It was organised by my colleagues, Deputies Eugene Murphy, Troy and Cowen. At that meeting, which was very well attended by people from all age groups, I made the point that Irish people have shown have great empathy with the poorest in the world over the...

Ceisteanna - Questions (Resumed) - Other Questions (Resumed): Undocumented Irish in the USA (28 Mar 2018)

Brendan Smith: I endorse what Deputy Troy said on the need to keep the immigration reform issue at the top of the agenda. The embassy and the consulates do excellent work on this in the United States, but it is extremely important that immigration reform is also kept at the top of the political agenda. I ask the Minister to ensure that this proposal regarding a reciprocal arrangement similar to the...

Child Care: Motion (Resumed) [Private Members] (11 Feb 2015)

Brendan Smith: This is an opportune time to have a detailed debate on the further development of the child care sector. I commend our party spokesperson, Deputy Troy, on the very considered, comprehensive and positive Private Members' motion that is before us. The motion encompasses all aspects of child care. It emphasises the importance and value of the sector, the commitment of the child care providers...

An Bille um an Aonú Leasú is Tríocha ar an mBunreacht (Leanaí) 2012: An Dara Céim (Atógáil) - Thirty-First Amendment of the Constitution (Children) Bill 2012: Second Stage (Resumed) (26 Sep 2012)

Brendan Smith: ...publication, the Fianna Fáil Party stated clearly that we fully support the referendum and will campaign strongly for a "Yes" vote. My colleague and party spokesperson on children, Deputy Robert Troy, has submitted three amendments which we believe will strengthen the proposed wording. Throughout this debate, my party will take a totally constructive approach to this important...

An Bille um an Aonú Leasú is Tríocha ar an mBunreacht (Leanaí) 2012: An Dara Céim (Atógáil) - Thirty-First Amendment of the Constitution (Children) Bill 2012: Second Stage (Resumed) (26 Sep 2012)

Brendan Smith: ...publication, the Fianna Fáil Party stated clearly that we fully support the referendum and will campaign strongly for a "Yes" vote. My colleague and party spokesperson on children, Deputy Robert Troy, has submitted three amendments which we believe will strengthen the proposed wording. Throughout this debate, my party will take a totally constructive approach to this important...

Defence Forces Review (14 Mar 2012)

Brendan Smith: I agree with Deputy Troy.

School Size (24 Mar 2011)

Brendan Smith: I endorse the words of my colleague, Deputy Robert Troy, regarding the great development of many small rural schools. The Minister for Education and Skills is familiar with my own county, stretching from Mount Nugent in east Cavan to Blacklion in west Cavan. In the past number of years, I have seen a huge transformation in small rural schools. They are a focal point in our communities. The...