Results 1-20 of 337 for long speaker:Pat Breen

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Road Projects (12 Dec 2019)

Pat Breen: .... Under the Roads Acts 1993 to 2015, the planning, design and construction of individual roads is a matter for TII in conjunction with the local authorities concerned. Project Ireland 2040 is the long-term overarching strategy to make Ireland a better place for all its people. Within that context, the national development plan, NDP, has been developed by the Government to underpin the...

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate: Company Liquidations (18 Sep 2019)

Pat Breen: ...ensure that the jobs are being saved at the company itself. If the jobs are saved, it is important for us to ensure that there is continuity of employment for those loyal employees who have given long loyal years of service in that company. The company is potentially viable. The company is only operating at 30% to 40% of capacity. From that point of view, I believe there is a future...

Ceisteanna - Questions - Ceisteanna ar Sonraíodh Uain Dóibh - Priority Questions: Foreign Direct Investment (27 Jun 2019)

Pat Breen: ...difficulties are much more complicated than that, as the Deputy is aware. The Government’s focus has been on addressing those housing problems and delivering fair and sustainable solutions over the short, medium and long term. That is why we are implementing the Rebuilding Ireland Action Plan which includes financing measures, new construction and rental sector improvements. As of...

Written Answers — Department of Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation: Workplace Relations Services (26 Jun 2019)

Pat Breen: ...For example, some 20% of all complaints already scheduled for hearing subsequently require postponement due to the diary unavailability of one, or both, parties, or where a party is suffering from long-term illness. Other impacting factors include situations where representatives have sought deferral of the hearing pending; the complaint is in mediation; there are ongoing criminal...

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate: Jobs Protection (18 Jun 2019)

Pat Breen: ...contact with the company. Our understanding in the Department remains that this is a short-term measure which is being implemented across Analog Devices' global sites and that there have been no long-term concerns raised over its Irish operation. Of course, the Government will continue to assess the wider situation and keep the matter under review. I understand that this measure is...

Seanad: Farm Safety Agency Bill 2018: Second Stage (29 May 2019)

Pat Breen: .... One of the most poignant moments I experienced last year was at a display of the wellington boots of dead farmers and children who were killed in farm accidents. They were displayed in a line along with the names of the people who died. I suggest that anyone who sees this display will have a greater understanding of the impact of the loss of a loved one on a family farm. Another...

JobPath Programme: Motion [Private Members] (5 Feb 2019)

Pat Breen: ...from the labour market to work and deliver services in their local communities, as some speakers have already said. The job activation strand related more directly to employment opportunities for participants who were long-term unemployed with a view to providing more experience relevant to the labour market. There are currently just over 21,000 participants in the community employment...

Agreement with Kazakhstan: Motion (6 Nov 2018)

Pat Breen: ..., and human rights. We are in a better position to influence change within the framework of the agreement where we can engage constructively on these matters. Surely it is better to see incremental progress over a long period on the basis of engagement, rather than end up with restricted engagement where we have no influence. The European Union and Kazakhstan have an annual dialogue in...

Seanad: Commencement Matters: Work Permits Applications (11 Oct 2018)

Pat Breen: ...section is working to reduce the current waiting times of six weeks for applications from trusted partners who are regular users of the service and 16 weeks for standard applications.It is much too long. I even had a case this morning of a permit required for someone for next week. It is unacceptable and we are dealing with it. My officials are engaging proactively with customers by...

Written Answers — Department of Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation: Health and Safety Inspections Data (7 Sep 2018)

Pat Breen: ...no intention to ban tattoo inks or tattooing. The restriction will significantly reduce the potential health risks for people getting new tattoos, such as allergic reactions to tattoo inks and possible long-term effects from exposure to hazardous substances injected under the skin. Manufacturers and importers of tattoo inks must also comply with obligations under the EU REACH and CLP...

Written Answers — Department of Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation: Industrial Disputes (12 Jul 2018)

Pat Breen: ...that the parties should engage to review the functioning of their relationship in a forward looking frame. The Court, in support of this recommendation, was prepared to nominate an individual of national standing and of long experience to facilitate a constructive dialogue at senior level between the Employer and the Trade Unions . In line with the voluntary nature of industrial...

Written Answers — Department of Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation: Tax Treaties (10 Jul 2018)

Pat Breen: ...Tax for the purpose of creating the Rainy Day Fund'. Regardless of the final outcome, it must be borne in mind that Ireland’s corporation tax regime will continue to be competitive while also offering long-term certainty to international business.  Crucially, our regime is underpinned by substance. Enterprise 2025 Renewed reaffirms our focus on export-led growth that is...

Topical Issue Debate: Enterprise Support Services Expenditure (28 Jun 2018)

Pat Breen: ...June, with the support of Enterprise Ireland, I announced College Group’s €10 million expansion with the construction of a new biofuel facility in Nobber, with the creation of 90 construction jobs and an additional 25 long-term job opportunities for graduates. Enterprise Ireland also co-funded the establishment of three community enterprise centres in County Meath. In...

Other Questions: Job Creation (24 May 2018)

Pat Breen: ...companies. The ability of Ireland’s skill base to help support the ongoing evolution of FDI companies in Ireland and to allow them to bid for new corporate projects as they arise is critical to maintain and build their long-term employment impact in Ireland. This is true both in the direct jobs created but also indirectly through the downstream jobs impact on Irish subsuppliers,...

Ceisteanna - Questions - Priority Questions: Foreign Direct Investment (24 May 2018)

Pat Breen: ...highlights the work undertaken by IDA Ireland in partnering with its existing client base to help evolve operations and to identify new areas of opportunity in order that they can sustain a long-term presence in the country. As well as engaging with current clients in Leitrim, IDA Ireland is also working hard to identify new investment opportunities for the county and the north west. This...

Written Answers — Department of Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation: Brexit Supports (24 May 2018)

Pat Breen: ...source of existing employment and job creation in every county in Ireland. Brexit presents the most significant economic challenge of the past 50 years, and it is important that we prepare for any long-term structural and disruptive change that may emerge. Being prepared is crucial to ensure resilience to emerging challenges. To promote awareness, and supported by a national Prepare For...

Written Answers — Department of Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation: Action Plan for Jobs (24 May 2018)

Pat Breen: ...’s enterprise base remains successful by focusing relentlessly on competitiveness, productivity, and innovation. With Action Plan for Jobs 2018, the Government demonstrates its commitment to support the long-term growth of our enterprise sector. Action Plan for Jobs 2018 reflects the Enterprise 2025 Renewed priorities and also the priorities within other Government strategies that...

Seanad: Data Protection Bill 2018: [Seanad Bill amended by the Dáil] Report and Final Stages (22 May 2018)

Pat Breen: ...of weeks. The Data Protection Commissioner has said she will take a very sympathetic approach in the early stages of the new regime. If people are trying to comply, that will be acknowledged along the way. That is something to point out as well. It is important to point out to Senator Higgins that the safeguards she mentioned will be built into the legislation as we go along. I thank...

Select Committee on Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation: Industrial Development (Amendment) Bill 2018: Committee Stage (9 May 2018)

Pat Breen: ...-related amendments, I also intend to put forward amendments to give Enterprise Ireland powers to use certain additional lending investment instruments in certain circumstances. This is medium to long-term debt being proposed to help scale client companies in the form of convertible loan notes and non-convertible debt instruments. The amendments will also propose to permit certain types...

Topical Issue Debate: Brexit Issues (25 Apr 2018)

Pat Breen: ...the Deputies refer. The Government wants clear progress to be made on the protocol before the June Council meeting. Neither the Government nor the EU task force wants to put this matter on the long finger. Last week, at a meeting in Iveagh House, which I am sure Sinn Féin representatives attended, the Tánaiste updated members of the political parties on the Brexit talks....