Results 1-20 of 59 for nama speaker:Ivana Bacik

An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (18 Oct 2022)

Ivana Bacik: I wish to raise the plight of householders in the Carrickmines multi-unit development in south County Dublin. As we know, after the financial crash the National Asset Management Agency, NAMA, took over the estate and became the developer through its appointed receiver. A range of defects became apparent in the development and while some remedial works were carried out, in 2017 the owners'...

Ceisteanna - Questions: Commissions of Investigation (5 Apr 2022)

Ivana Bacik: ...indicate if it is envisaged that the work of the Siteserv inquiry is likely to be extended again beyond this August and confirm whether that will then increase the level of projected cost? On the NAMA commission of investigation, which has now been in existence for five years, is it expected that it will report by the end of June 2022 and, again, will the cost exceed the projected...

Seanad: Order of Business (12 Nov 2015)

Ivana Bacik: Senator Daly is engaging in the collective amnesia which we have seen very regularly from Fianna Fáil. It is trying to disown all responsibility for NAMA and, indeed, for the economic crash that necessitated its establishment by Fianna Fáil.

Seanad: Order of Business (8 Oct 2015)

Ivana Bacik: ...identification and delivery of properties to accommodate homeless families in the Dublin region. Colleagues want to know about practical delivery and outputs. This process has overseen the delivery of a NAMA property - an apartment block in south Dublin. It is operating as a 65-unit homeless facility, with a single assessment centre for homeless families. The acquisition of 100 further...

Seanad: Order of Business (8 Oct 2015)

Ivana Bacik: A number of Senators referred to NAMA's role in housing delivery. NAMA funding delivered 40% of the 3,259 new housing units in Dublin in 2014. During the first half of this year, the agency funded the delivery of 50% of new input in Dublin and is on track to deliver 4,500 units in the city by the end of 2016. Clearly, practical steps are being taken and we are seeing outputs. It is...

Seanad: Order of Business (8 Oct 2015)

Ivana Bacik: ...m. today and we very much welcome that capital programme and the huge benefit it gives to so many clubs across the country. Senator Healy Eames spoke on the vaccine, which I have addressed, and on NAMA, which I have also addressed.

Seanad: Order of Business (8 Oct 2015)

Ivana Bacik: I have an answer for Senator Healy Eames. I apologise. I had written NAMA as shorthand. Senator Healy Eames raised the other issue, in fact, of NAMA and the Northern Ireland sales. As the Senator will be aware, officials from NAMA appeared before the Committee of Public Accounts to answer further questions of Members of the Oireachtas. The committee has been very much on top of this...

Seanad: Order of Business (1 Oct 2015)

Ivana Bacik: ...Democrats and Fianna Fáil-Green Party Governments was €25 billion, and that figure has now been reduced by 80%. There is a lesson to be learned from that fact. Senator Daly also raised the issue of NAMA. His remarks were directed more at Senator Paul Coghlan than at myself. I remind Senator Daly that officials from NAMA are attending a meeting of the Committee of Public...

Seanad: Order of Business (11 Jun 2015)

Ivana Bacik: There is always a first time. Senator Daly spoke about NAMA and the IBRC. I do not believe there was any specific question for me. I would be tempted to say that if it was not for Fianna Fáil economic policies during 14 years in government, of course, NAMA and the IBRC would not have been necessary, but we are where we are.

Seanad: Order of Business (13 Nov 2014)

Ivana Bacik: ...response on it. Senator Jim Walsh called on the Minister for Finance to come to the House in order that we might have a very broad debate with him. The Senator has raised a different issue about NAMA and the moneys to be recouped by the taxpayer from its activities. The finance committee may well have addressed this issue already. If not, we can seek to have the Minister for Finance...

Seanad: Order of Business (21 Oct 2014)

Ivana Bacik: There was a far better approach taken to the debate in the Seanad than to the debate in the Dáil. Senator Daly spoke of water charges and NAMA and I responded. The Senator also spoke of the desecration of the grave of William T. Cosgrave and I appreciate his comments as it is important that we all condemn the desecration of any grave but particularly that of a person who played such a...

Seanad: Order of Business (21 Oct 2014)

Ivana Bacik: ...we all welcome. Senator O'Donnell referred to Irish Water and I have already responded to that issue, as well as the amendment to the Order of Business. I will await her response. Senator Higgins referred to the sale of a NAMA site on Sir John Rogerson's Quay. There is a comment about this in the Irish Independent today, which I read with concern. I would be happy to seek a debate...

Seanad: Order of Business (17 Apr 2014)

Ivana Bacik: ...Northern Ireland with the Tánaiste. We will look to arrange such a debate. It would be good timing to have it in advance of the marching season. The Senator also raised the question of the transfer by NAMA of non-performing assets and referred to the need for NAMA not to hold onto assets forever as this could delay recovery. This is acknowledged, but there is a difficulty with...

Seanad: Order of Business (19 Feb 2014)

Ivana Bacik: ...was raised by a number of people who had very real concerns about the 13,000 persons who could be affected by this - concerns I share. As I explained yesterday, the sale has not yet been made. NAMA is one of the bodies to whom the business may be sold. It is expected that the code of conduct will be adhered to by whoever buys it. I gave a full answer yesterday and the Senator can look...

Seanad: Order of Business (18 Feb 2014)

Ivana Bacik: ...sales process is not due to be completed until next month. A number of colleagues, including the Senator, speculated about vulture funds but we do not know who will be the purchaser. It could be NAMA and the Minister has advised that should the portfolios be sold to the agency, it is likely to apply best practice and no borrower will be in a worse position. The Minister for Finance is...

Seanad: Homelessness Strategy: Motion (5 Feb 2014)

Ivana Bacik: ...motion. The housing-led approach seeks to ensure that people can access permanent housing, and that is the primary response. There are several different ways in which this has to be done. The supply of NAMA housing stock is undoubtedly one of those, and that aspect of the Fianna Fáil motion is right, but we have also addressed that in our own motion. We have spoken about the need...

Seanad: Order of Business (18 Dec 2013)

Ivana Bacik: Dealing specifically with the state of the investigations, I understand an investigation by An Garda Síochána into a complaint made by NAMA against a former employee some time ago is at an advanced stage. I know colleagues will be relieved and glad to hear the investigation by An Garda Síochána into that former employee is at an advanced stage so it would be inappropriate...

Seanad: Order of Business (18 Dec 2013)

Ivana Bacik: ...Senator Norris also spoke about the oldest shop in Parnell Street and I share his view on that. He also spoke about the fisheries quotas to which I have responded. Senator Colm Burke spoke about NAMA and the concerns raised by many. I have dealt with that. Senator Ó Clochartaigh congratulated Eddie Downey on his election as the new president of the IFA. I think all of us will...

Seanad: Order of Business (18 Dec 2013)

Ivana Bacik: ...Equality will be looking at the heads of that Bill. Senator Healy Eames also called for a debate on education reform. I am sure we can accede to that in the new year. Senator Conway spoke about NAMA, complimented Senator Darragh O'Brien and supported Senator Kelly's call for a debate on poverty. Again, I think there are two debates for which Senators Conway and Kelly are looking for....

Seanad: Order of Business (18 Dec 2013)

Ivana Bacik: Senator Darragh O'Brien spoke about the further allegations that have been made regarding NAMA. I join others who have commended the Senator on raising this issue. This is an illustration of the importance of the Seanad as an appropriate forum for highlighting issues. Clearly, these are serious matters that fall within the remit of the Garda. Like others, I am glad to hear that Senator...