Results 161-180 of 482 for speaker:Eamonn Maloney

Cemetery Management Bill 2013: Second Stage [Private Members] (6 Jun 2014)

Eamonn Maloney: I move: "That the Bill be now read a Second Time." I welcome the Minister, Deputy Hogan. The purpose of the Bill is to provide a comprehensive framework for the management of cemeteries to avoid any distortion of competition where cemeteries are managed in a non-transparent manner and where cemetery authorities engage in commercial activity at their cemeteries in a manner which...

Order of Business (15 May 2014)

Eamonn Maloney: The Deputy was right the first time.

Discretionary Medical Cards: Motion (Resumed) [Private Members] (14 May 2014)

Eamonn Maloney: The debate about medical cards has been ongoing since their introduction in this jurisdiction, with its foundation in the work of that great socialist, Mr. Aneurin Bevan, the son of a Welsh coal miner. The concept of a medical card is about giving access to the medical system to the poorest people. It is a very precious and honourable process but it has never been without its teething...

Housing (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2014: Second Stage (Resumed) (14 May 2014)

Eamonn Maloney: I welcome the Bill. I always make my welcome of Bills conditional. I do not think there is such a thing as perfect legislation that resolves every issue it is supposed to tackle. I welcome the thrust of the Bill and thank the Minister of State and her staff for their input. I agree entirely with what Deputy Shortall said in her contribution, which I will not repeat, on anti-social...

Water Charges: Motion (Resumed) [Private Members] (7 May 2014)

Eamonn Maloney: I have learned one thing in this House in the introduction of any new charge, levy or tax, that is, it is always an issue of great contention. By people's nature, especially in a recession, it is difficult for them to invite it into their day-to-day living, especially for those who do not have the greatest of resources. People have a natural suspicion of any additional charge or tax. ...

Written Answers — Department of An Taoiseach: Freedom of Information Requests (6 May 2014)

Eamonn Maloney: 133. To ask the Taoiseach the number of freedom of information requests received by his Department between 1 January 2013 and 11 April 2014; the number of these requests that relate to the Government’s plan for the standardised packaging of tobacco; the number of these requests related to other tobacco policies; the number of these requests from tobacco manufacturers or agents on...

Written Answers — Department of Finance: Freedom of Information Requests (30 Apr 2014)

Eamonn Maloney: 49. To ask the Minister for Finance the number of freedom of information requests received by his Department between 1 January 2013 and 11 April 2014; the number of these requests that relate to the Government’s plan for the standardised packaging of tobacco; the number of these requests related to other tobacco policies; the number of these requests from tobacco manufacturers or...

Written Answers — Department of Finance: Credit Unions (30 Apr 2014)

Eamonn Maloney: 87. To ask the Minister for Finance if, in view of the recovering and growing economy and in view of the restricted access to credit from the banking industry, his views on whether the section 35 restriction on credit union activity should be removed from those unions with resources and financial well being, thereby allowing them to engage, not alone with individual members but also with SMAs...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Freedom of Information Requests (30 Apr 2014)

Eamonn Maloney: 531. To ask the Minister for Justice and Equality the number of freedom of information requests received by his Department between 1 January 2013 and 11 April 2014; the number of these requests that relate to the Government’s plan for the standardised packaging of tobacco; the number of these requests related to other tobacco policies; the number of these requests from tobacco...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Freedom of Information Requests (30 Apr 2014)

Eamonn Maloney: 716. To ask the Minister for Health the number of freedom of information requests received by his Department between 1 January 2013 and 11 April 2014; the number of these requests that relate to the Government’s plan for the standardised packaging of tobacco; the number of these requests related to other tobacco policies; the number of these requests from tobacco manufacturers or...

Ambulance Service: Motion (Resumed) [Private Members] (16 Apr 2014)

Eamonn Maloney: In the course of this debate we can all agree not only on the importance of the national ambulance service but also the very good service provided over the decades, along with the changes that have occurred within the service. Irrespective of which side of the motion we are on, I think we can all agree to that. I have no disagreement with some of the comments that were quite rightly made...

Proceeds of Crime (Amendment) Bill 2014: First Stage (15 Apr 2014)

Eamonn Maloney: I move:That leave be granted to introduce a Bill entitled an Act to amend the Proceeds of Crime Act 1996 and to provide for related matters.This Bill is an amendment to the Proceeds of Crime Act 1996. It contains two amendments to sections 40 and 40A. It provides for a change in the duration from seven years to two years.

Proceeds of Crime (Amendment) Bill 2014: First Stage (15 Apr 2014)

Eamonn Maloney: I move: "That the Bill be taken in Private Members' time."

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport and Communications: Broadcasting Rights: Gaelic Athletic Association (15 Apr 2014)

Eamonn Maloney: I welcome both the witnesses and their contribution. I have no questions but will make some brief points because people on my side have not been able to get a word in. I welcome the deal. The witnesses have illustrated some of the comments of those who have had to leave this island. I will give an additional illustration of why this is good for those who left, whether by choice or not. A...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport and Communications: Broadcasting Rights: Gaelic Athletic Association (15 Apr 2014)

Eamonn Maloney: I thought he was from Clare. I have great faith in the GAA's ability to negotiate with Rupert Murdoch, with a contract in one hand and a hurling stick in the other, which they would certainly need dealing with him. I compliment the GAA on that. The Deputies on the other side live in the beautiful countryside. Clare is my favourite county. I doubt there is a man or woman in any remote...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport and Communications: Broadcasting Rights: Gaelic Athletic Association (15 Apr 2014)

Eamonn Maloney: I am sure he will e-mail me.

Written Answers — Department of Public Expenditure and Reform: EU Directives (15 Apr 2014)

Eamonn Maloney: 277. To ask the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform his plans to introduce legislation which would provide for a social clause to allow a quota of local labour to be employed on all construction projects; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17580/14]

Written Answers — Department of Environment, Community and Local Government: Private Rented Accommodation Rental Costs and Controls (15 Apr 2014)

Eamonn Maloney: 410. To ask the Minister for Environment, Community and Local Government in view of rising rents, his proposals to introduce legislation for rent control; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17579/14]

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Ground Rents Abolition (15 Apr 2014)

Eamonn Maloney: 459. To ask the Minister for Justice and Equality his proposals for new legislation to abolish ground rents outright; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17613/14]

Written Answers — Department of Health: Ambulance Service Provision (15 Apr 2014)

Eamonn Maloney: 595. To ask the Minister for Health the timeframe for the introduction of the ambulance call centre to be located in close proximity to the Square, Tallaght, Dublin 24. [17577/14]