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Garda Síochána Ombudsman Commission: Motion (Resumed) [Private Members] (19 Feb 2014)

Eamonn Maloney: Despite the Verrimus report, I do not know whether the building was bugged. No Member can conclusively say whether it was. It is a comprehensive report and includes words such as threats and vulnerabilities. As a layperson, I am no more convinced that the place was bugged than anyone else. This is no ordinary company drafted in to carry out such work. It is not a domestic or European...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Health Services Staff Issues (19 Feb 2014)

Eamonn Maloney: 221. To ask the Minister for Health if there is a body responsible for regulating the standards required for health care assistants to practice in the Irish health care system and if so, the name of same; the minimum qualifications required to practice as a health care assistant; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8512/14]

Order of Business (20 Feb 2014)

Eamonn Maloney: They are following Deputies opposite.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Health and Children: Ambulance Response Times: Discussion (25 Feb 2014)

Eamonn Maloney: I will be very brief, for once. I welcome the delegates from both the ambulance service and the fire service. As has been said, it is a pressurised job. I am fortunate where I live to have a very good ambulance service - or as good as it can be because there are always criticisms of all these services - and likewise the fire service. As I live in a community where many of the services...

Allegations in relation to An Garda Síochána: Statements (Resumed) (26 Feb 2014)

Eamonn Maloney: I have long held the view that in a civilised and democratic society whistleblowers are a positive thing. Irrespective of what career path to which it applies, be it policing, the Army or even politics, in any civilised society, both in the public interest and as legislators, we should protect whistleblowers. We do not always need to make a judgment that everything they claim is correct but...

Protection of Residential Mortgage Account Holders Bill 2014: Second Stage (Resumed) [Private Members] (5 Mar 2014)

Eamonn Maloney: The collapse of the banking system and the economy in 2008 has had multiple effects and, as legislators, we have been dealing with various issues that have been thrown up. The sale of the IBRC loan book is the latest issue as the bank's mortgage holders find themselves in a precarious position as the loan book is about to be sold off. It is a matter of great concern, although thanks to the...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport and Communications: Small Public Service Vehicle (Consolidation and Reform) Regulations 2014: National Transport Authority (5 Mar 2014)

Eamonn Maloney: I welcome Mr. Creegan and thank him for his presentation. I have no intention of repeating the points raised by Deputy Dooley. In common with most Members of the Oireachtas, I would acknowledge the benefits of a taxi industry review. Some of it is good and some of it, as outlined, has not been entirely favourable. The principle behind it was much needed. Whether one is a consumer, taxi...

Written Answers — Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Cultural and Heritage Centre (6 Mar 2014)

Eamonn Maloney: 8. To ask the Minister for Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht in relation to the proposed cultural and heritage centre for College Green, the person responsible for the provision of historical content; the content that will be exhibited and-or historical experience facilitated; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10645/14]

Written Answers — Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Cultural and Heritage Centre (6 Mar 2014)

Eamonn Maloney: 20. To ask the Minister for Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht in relation to the proposed cultural and heritage centre for College Green, the new positions that will be created; if the Office of Public Works will be responsible for these positions along the lines of other cultural buildings; if they will be publicly advertised; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10646/14]

Government's Priorities for the Year Ahead: Statements (Resumed) (12 Mar 2014)

Eamonn Maloney: It has been a difficult six years for many people in this country with the collapse of the economy and the collapse in the Irish banking system. The outgoing Government and this Government have invested much of their time in the attempt to repair the banking system and regenerate the economy. We are coming from a very bad place because Ireland's reputation suffered greatly as a result of...

Gateway Scheme: Motion (Resumed) [Private Members] (12 Mar 2014)

Eamonn Maloney: All schemes, irrespective of which Department they come from, deserve to be scrutinised and, if necessary, criticised. I take some of the points made just now and those made by some Sinn Féin Members yesterday evening in respect of this scheme. However, if we are to discuss labour initiatives and work placements, etc., then it would be remiss of us to sweep aside where we are and the...

Gateway Scheme: Motion (Resumed) [Private Members] (12 Mar 2014)

Eamonn Maloney: That touched a nerve. Sinn Féin was not there for the Lock-out. Perhaps some of the Deputies who have been most critical of the labour movement might reflect on the relationship between William Martin Murphy and the Sinn Féin founder, Arthur Griffith. Then, and only then, perhaps they will drop their heads into the trench.

Gateway Scheme: Motion (Resumed) [Private Members] (12 Mar 2014)

Eamonn Maloney: The labour movement has survived. It does not try to reinvent itself. However, I understand the dilemma of some of the Sinn Féin Members present.

Written Answers — Department of Environment, Community and Local Government: Local Government Reform (12 Mar 2014)

Eamonn Maloney: 17. To ask the Minister for Environment, Community and Local Government if he will outline the key recommendations made in the report on citizenship engagement with local authorities; when the expected framework for public participation will be put in place; the person who will provide the guidance to local authorities on drafting citizens’ charters; the way these might operate; and if...

Written Answers — Department of Environment, Community and Local Government: Local Government Reform (12 Mar 2014)

Eamonn Maloney: 50. To ask the Minister for Environment, Community and Local Government if he will clarify what is meant by participatory budgeting; the way involvement of community activists and citizens can be facilitated in such a way as to respect the mandate of elected representatives and empower ordinary citizens not necessarily affiliated with lobby groups or NGOs; and if he will make a statement on...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport and Communications: Sustainability of Post Office Network: An Post (12 Mar 2014)

Eamonn Maloney: I welcome both men. We have had an interesting dialogue about a subject that is dear to all of our hearts. As was said at the beginning, communities have an affinity with their post offices and the same happens with our neighbours in the UK. However, we all must be realistic and realise that we have a generation - and I refer to anyone under the age of 30 - most of whose members have...

Restorative Justice (Reparation of Victims) Bill 2013: Second Stage (Resumed) [Private Members] (26 Mar 2014)

Eamonn Maloney: I commend Deputy Halligan on introducing this Bill. I listened carefully to his contribution yesterday evening and I hope all Members share his concern for highlighting the belief among the general public that victims are left out of the picture when severe incidents occur. All of us can participate in strengthening the legislation in that regard. There is some justification for the...

Written Answers — Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport: Driver Licences (1 Apr 2014)

Eamonn Maloney: 649. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport when a graduated driving licence system will be introduced here; if existing holders of a full driving licence, who have passed their test within the two years prior to GDL being introduced, will be subjected to the same restrictions as those who pass their driving test after the introduction of GDL; and if he will make a statement on...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Health and Children: Quarterly Update on Health Issues: Minister for Health (3 Apr 2014)

Eamonn Maloney: I will be brief. We learned this week of concerns in regard to consultants' contracts between the HSE and St. Vincent's Hospital. We know that some but not all consultants on salaries of approximately €100,000, with contracts that limit them to working within the public hospital system, are on leaving the public hospital at St. Vincent's entering the private hospital next door to do...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Health and Children: Quarterly Update on Health Issues: Minister for Health (3 Apr 2014)

Eamonn Maloney: I commend Mr. O'Brien on his firmness in addressing this issue. I am sure that like me other members will support his intention to deal with this issue in the context of funding to the hospital. Can Mr. O'Brien assure me, as a compliant taxpayer, that if it is established that people have been double-jobbing all taxpayers' money paid through the HSE will be recouped? They were paid the...