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Seanad: Order of Business (11 Nov 2015)

Maurice Cummins: ...appear, as the Senator knows, and I am sure that may happen at some stage for trawlers of this size also. Senator Colm Burke welcomed the excellent news of the creation of 1,000 extra jobs in Cork by Apple. He also made a very valid point that the spin-offs from the creation of these jobs are significant for other small and medium-sized enterprises. Senator Craughwell raised the point...

Seanad: Order of Business (23 Apr 2015)

Maurice Cummins: ...school in Donegal. I suggest that the Senator table that issue for discussion as a Commencement matter, in respect of which the Minister could come to the House to give a reply. Senator Naughton welcomed the planning application submitted by Apple in respect of the data centre. There is no doubt but that this is an exciting development for Galway, the west and the country. It is hoped...

Seanad: Order of Business (25 Mar 2015)

Maurice Cummins: ...was welcomed by quite a number of Members. They also highlighted that there should be no role for drinks companies in public health matters and schools. Senator Naughton welcomed the recent job announcements from Apple and IDT in Galway, but also pointed out the skills deficit in some areas and the need to address that. I will bring the matter to the attention of the Minister, Deputy...

Seanad: Order of Business (5 Mar 2015)

Maurice Cummins: .... Senator Conway spoke about the New Land League, on which issue I do not propose to comment. Senator Higgins spoke about the large number of jobs that will be created during development of new Apple facility in Athenry and of her concerns regarding delays in the planning process in this regard. Senator Bradford called for a housing policy debate. I will ask the Minister of State,...

Seanad: Order of Business (30 Sep 2014)

Maurice Cummins: ...with that Bill and allow it in Government time. Senator Barrett referred to the events in Hong Kong and democracy, rightly expressing his opinion in that regard. With regard to the EU probe into Apple's dealings with Ireland, we maintain a very transparent corporate tax regime, with most companies paying effective rates very close to the top rate of 12.5%. The Revenue Commissioners have...

Seanad: Order Of Business (12 Jun 2014)

Maurice Cummins: Senator Bacik called for a debate on the situation in Iraq and the EU's response to it. I will endeavour to bring the Tánaiste to the House to discuss that matter. Senator Barrett referred to the Apple case. The Government is committed to defending and retaining our corporation tax rate at 12.5%. Senator Michael D'Arcy referred to certain budgetary matters. I will try to bring the...

Seanad: Order of Business (30 May 2013)

Maurice Cummins: ...amendments. Senator Mooney welcomed the fact that the Minister for Children and Youth Affairs, Deputy Fitzgerald, will be coming to the House at 12.15 p.m. Everyone is glad that the chief executive of Apple has mentioned that there is no special deal and I understand that the US Senator in question and the Senate sub-committee have been written to by the Government on this issue to clarify...

Seanad: Order of Business (Resumed) (23 May 2013)

Maurice Cummins: ...had its own public consultation report. The House could debate both reports when the Minister for Health, Deputy Reilly, is willing to attend. I will endeavour to arrange that. Senator Cullinane mentioned Apple and the taxation issue. I explained the situation yesterday. In respect of the testimony given by Apple executives to the US Senate committee, the Taoiseach is on record as...

Seanad: Order of Business (22 May 2013)

Maurice Cummins: ...Provisions) Bill which will be discussed soon in the House. Senator Barrett and the vast majority of Senators raised a report on comments made at US Senate sub-committee hearings about Apple and taxation. I want to make it clear, as the Taoiseach, the Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade, Deputy Gilmore, and the Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation, Deputy...