Results 141-150 of 150 for speaker:Michael Woods
- Health (Repayment Scheme) Bill 2006: Report Stage. (31 May 2006)
Michael Woods: Amendments Nos. 3, 5 to 11, inclusive, and 17 are related to amendment No. 1, and these amendments will be discussed together.
- World Trade Organisation Negotiations: Statements. (1 Dec 2005)
Michael Woods: I propose to share time with Deputy Johnny Brady.
- World Trade Organisation Negotiations: Statements. (1 Dec 2005)
Michael Woods: I am pleased to have an opportunity to speak on the WTO Doha Round trade negotiations. The Doha Round is primarily a development round with a special focus on the needs and interests of developing countries. This round should produce measurable improvements in access to international markets and trade opportunities for the world's poorest countries. I do not refer to improving the...
- Prison Building Programme: Motion (Resumed). (29 Sep 2005)
Michael Woods: The Deputy should allow the Minister of State to speak without interruption.
- Prison Building Programme: Motion (Resumed). (29 Sep 2005)
Michael Woods: The Deputy will have to sit and take it.
- Prison Building Programme: Motion (Resumed). (29 Sep 2005)
Michael Woods: The Deputy had his opportunity earlier.
- Landlord and Tenant (Ground Rents) Bill 2005: Second and Subsequent Stages. (19 May 2005)
Michael Woods: Is that agreed? Agreed.
- Landlord and Tenant (Ground Rents) Bill 2005: Second and Subsequent Stages. (19 May 2005)
Michael Woods: I agree that the Deputy should consult his wife about the matter.
- Health Bill 2004: Second Stage (Resumed). (26 Nov 2004)
Michael Woods: This historic and hugely important Bill deserves our full attention. The health system embraces so many different aspects that affect everyone, whether it is dental treatment or care for old age pensioners, those suffering from disabilities or people who need help to lead healthier lifestyles. The health service is much broader now than it was in the past. Ten, 15 or even 30 years ago, the...
- Health Bill 2004: Second Stage (Resumed). (26 Nov 2004)
Michael Woods: The chief executive and chairman of each health board used to attend. One board would not move unless the other moved owing to the way the system worked, which was that any unspent money at the end of the year was lost. One board would not make savings unless the other boards made similar savings. By bringing them together they agreed what had to be done. We were able to bring our budgets...