DOCSLIB.ORG

Dáil Éireann

Total Page：16

File Type：pdf, Size：1020Kb

Download full-text PDF Read full-text

Load more

Vol. 958 Wednesday, No. 1 12 July 2017 DÍOSPÓIREACHTAÍ PARLAIMINTE PARLIAMENTARY DEBATES DÁIL ÉIREANN TUAIRISC OIFIGIÚIL—Neamhcheartaithe (OFFICIAL REPORT—Unrevised) Business of Dáil � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 2 12/07/2017A00400Ministers and Secretaries (Amendment) Bill 2017: Order for Second Stage � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 2 12/07/2017A01200Ministers and Secretaries (Amendment) Bill 2017: Second Stage � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 3 12/07/2017N00300Leaders’ Questions � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 27 12/07/2017Q02100Business of Dáil � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 43 12/07/2017R01600Questions on Promised Legislation � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 44 12/07/2017U01000Defamation (Amendment) Bill 2017: First Stage � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 53 12/07/2017U02000An Bille um an gCúigiú Leasú is Tríocha ar an mBunreacht (Diamhasla) 2017: An Chéad Chéim � � � � � � � � � 54 12/07/2017U02100Thirty-fifth Amendment of the Constitution (Blasphemy) Bill 2017: First Stage � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 54 12/07/2017U03100Waste Reduction (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2017: First Stage � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 55 12/07/2017V00800Island Fisheries (Heritage Licence) Bill 2017: First Stage � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 57 12/07/2017V01700Ceisteanna - Questions � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 58 12/07/2017V01800Taoiseach’s Meetings and Engagements � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 58 12/07/2017Y00900Cabinet Committees � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 64 12/07/2017Z01100Government Information Service � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 68 12/07/2017AA01000Topical Issue Matters � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 70 12/07/2017AA01200Ceisteanna - Questions (Resumed) � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 71 12/07/2017AA01300Priority Questions� � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 71 12/07/2017AA01400Anti-Terrorism Measures � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 71 12/07/2017BB00350Garda Investigations � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 73 12/07/2017CC00500Rural Crime � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 75 12/07/2017CC01300Coroners Service � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 78 12/07/2017DD00600Road Safety � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 80 12/07/2017EE00450Other Questions � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 82 12/07/2017EE00500Forensic Science Ireland � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 82 12/07/2017FF00300Garda Equipment � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 84 12/07/2017FF01100National Disability Strategy Implementation Plan � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 85 12/07/2017GG01000Garda Data � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 88 12/07/2017HH00500Garda Deployment � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 91 12/07/2017JJ00600Garda Deployment � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 93 12/07/2017KK00400Garda Strength� � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 96 12/07/2017LL00200Topical Issue Debate � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 99 12/07/2017LL00300Naas Town Centre� � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 99 Home Care Packages Provision� � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 101 12/07/2017NN00300Special Educational Needs Staff � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 104 12/07/2017OO00400Juvenile Rheumatology Services� � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 107 12/07/2017TT00100Message from Select Committee� � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 110 12/07/2017TT00300Mortgage Arrears Resolution (Family Home) Bill 2017: Second Stage [Private Members]� � � � � � � � � � � � � 110 12/07/2017FFF00700Ministers and Secretaries (Amendment) Bill 2017: Second Stage (Resumed)� � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 139 12/07/2017SSS00300Ministers and Secretaries (Amendment) Bill 2017: Committee and Remaining Stages� � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 169 12/07/2017AAAA00700Defence Forces Operations: Motion� � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 190 DÁIL ÉIREANN Dé Céadaoin, 12 Iúil 2017 Wednesday, 12 July 2017 Chuaigh an Leas-Cheann Comhairle i gceannas ar 10 a�m� Paidir. Prayer. 12/07/2017A00100Business of Dáil 12/07/2017A00200Minister of State at the Department of the Taoiseach (Deputy Joe McHugh): It is pro- posed, notwithstanding the Order of the Dáil of 11 July, that the proceedings on No. b10, mo- tion re defence – proposed approval by Dáil Éireann of the deployment of a contingent of the Permanent Defence Force to serve as part of EUNAVFOR MED, Operation Sophia – be brought to a conclusion after 80 minutes, if not previously concluded, be confined to a single round of speeches by a Minister or Minister of State and the spokespersons for the parties and groups, or a Member nominated in their stead, and all Members may share time. 12/07/2017A00300An Leas-Cheann Comhairle: Is that agreed? Agreed� 12/07/2017A00400Ministers and Secretaries (Amendment) Bill 2017: Order for Second Stage Bill entitled an Act to provide for the establishment of a Department of State to be known, in the Irish language, as An Roinn Forbartha Tuaithe agus Pobail or, in the English language, as the Department of Rural and Community Development and to provide for related matters. 12/07/2017A00600Minister without Portfolio (Deputy Michael Ring): I move: “That Second Stage be taken now�” 12/07/2017A00700Deputy Éamon Ó Cuív: Is the sponsoring Minister going to come in to speak on the Bill? The protocol is that where a Department sponsors a Bill, the Minister of that Department comes in to explain the reason for bringing it before the House. Will that happen in this case? I do not see the relevant Minister here. This is a Bill from the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform� 12/07/2017A00800Deputy Michael Ring: I am taking the Bill on behalf of the Minister� 12/07/2017A00900Deputy Éamon Ó Cuív: Could the Minister explain why since he is not the sponsoring 2 12 July 2017 Minister? 12/07/2017A01000Deputy Michael Ring: I am taking the Bill on behalf of the Minister� Question put and agreed to. 12/07/2017A01200Ministers and Secretaries (Amendment) Bill 2017: Second Stage 12/07/2017A01300Minister without Portfolio (Deputy Michael Ring): I move: “That the Bill be now read a Second Time�” I am very pleased to introduce to the House the Ministers and Secretaries (Amendment) Bill 2017, which will establish the new Department of Rural and Community Development. This Bill has just one purpose, to establish the new Department, confer a name upon the Department and to provide for a Minister who will be in charge of the Department. It is important to note that the Bill does not confer any functions on the Department. The new Department’s functions are still being finalised and these will be transferred at the earliest opportunity following the enactment of the Bill� The establishment of the new Department underscores the Government’s commitment to rural and community development. It reflects the priority the Government places on both and, importantly, ensures that efforts across all elements of the Government to support rural Ireland
Recommended publications
  • Independent Productions Annual Report 2020

    Independent Productions Annual Report 2020

    Independent Productions Annual Report 2020 CONTENTS Introduction 2 The Year in Review: – Television 4 – Radio 16 Other Funding 19 Other Support Activities 20 Corporate Governance 20 Financial and Commissioning Review 21 Independent Accountants’ Report 24 Schedules 25 RTÉ INDEPENDENT PRODUCTIONS ANNUAL REPORT 2020 1 INTRODUCTION From lockdowns to working from home and remote learning due to the Covid-19 pandemic restrictions, 2020 was a challenging year for everyone. As audience needs changed and evolved, RTÉ, together with the independent sector, rose to the challenge to ensure that quality Irish content was produced to inform, educate and entertain. From factual to entertainment, lifestyle, cláracha gaelige, drama, comedy and young people’s, the sector responded to unprecedented changes to daily life in Ireland and across the world to produce relevant and distinctive content. Audiences in Ireland connected with Irish content in increasing numbers across all genres, with RTÉ’s all-day share of TV viewing increasing by 1.7% to 27.2%1. RTÉ delivered 43 of the top 50 programmes on Irish television in 2020, with 14 being produced by the independent sector. Independent productions such as Ireland on Call and RTÉ’s Home School Hub played a pivotal role in meeting new audience needs and complemented News & Current Affairs content across TV, online and radio. As well as creating innovative new content and formats to meet these needs, the independent sector demonstrated great agility by adapting production models to comply with public health advice and restrictions. Series such as Ireland’s Fittest Family and Operation Transformation used best-practice production methods to ensure their safe return to screens, while new programming such as Gardening Together with Diarmuid Gavin, No Place Like Home and Open for Business reflected shifts in audience lifestyle and needs during the pandemic.
  • Results Booklet 2016 WINNERS to DATE

    Results Booklet 2016 WINNERS to DATE

    Results Booklet 2016 WINNERS TO DATE 1958 Glenties, Co. Donegal 1987 Sneem, Co. Kerry 1959 Glenties, Co. Donegal 1988 Carlingford, Co. Louth 1960 Glenties, Co. Donegal 1989 Ardagh, Co. Longford 1961 Rathvilly, Co. Carlow 1990 Malahide, Co. Dublin 1962 Glenties, Co. Donegal 1991 Malin, Co. Donegal 1963 Rathvilly, Co. Carlow 1992 Ardmore, Co. Waterford 1964 Virginia, Co. Cavan 1993 Keadue, Co. Roscommon 1965 Virginia, Co. Cavan 1994 Galbally, Co. Limerick 1966 Ballyjamesdu, Co. Cavan 1995 Glenties, Co. Donegal 1967 Ballyjamesdu, Co. Cavan 1996 Ardagh, Co. Longford 1968 Rathvilly, Co. Carlow 1997 Terryglass, Co. Tipperary 1969 Tyrrellspass, Co. Westmeath 1998 Ardagh, Co. Longford 1970 Malin, Co. Donegal 1999 Clonakilty, Co. Cork 1971 Ballyconnell, Co. Cavan 2000 Kenmare, Co. Kerry 1972 Trim, Co. Meath 2001 Westport, Co. Mayo 1973 Kiltegan, Co. Wicklow 2002 Castletown, Co. Laois 1974 Trim, Co. Meath, 2003 Keadue, Co. Roscommon Ballyconnell, Co. Cavan 2004 Lismore, Co Waterford 1975 Kilsheelan, Co. Tipperary 2005 Ennis, Co. Clare 1976 Adare, Co. Limerick 2006 Westport, Co. Mayo 1977 Multyfarnham, Co. Westmeath 2007 Aughrim, Co. Wicklow 1978 Glaslough, Co. Monaghan 2008 Westport, Co. Mayo 1979 Kilsheelan, Co. Tipperary 2009 Emly, Co. Tipperary 1980 Newtowncashel, Co. Longford 2010 Tallanstown, Co. Louth 1981 Mountshannon, Co. Clare 2011 Killarney, Co. Kerry 1982 Dunmanway, Co. Cork 2012 Abbeyshrule, Co. Longford 1983 Terryglass, Co. Tipperary 2013 Moynalty, Co. Meath 1984 Trim, Co. Meath 2014 Kilkenny City, Co. Kilkenny 1985 Kilkenny City, Co.
  • Castletown Geoghegan Village Plan 2018-2023 603.5

    Castletown Geoghegan Village Plan 2018-2023 603.5

    A Community Plan for Castletown Better Together Geoghegan This Action Plan was part-funded by Westmeath Local Community Development Committee under the Rural Development Programme (LEADER 2014-2020) Contents Explanation of Process .................................................................................................................................. 1 Castletown Geoghegan ................................................................................................................................. 3 Our Vision ........................................................................................................................................................ 4 Our Values ....................................................................................................................................................... 4 Community Engagement and Key Findings ............................................................................................... 5 Quality of Life Conditions ............................................................................................................................... 9 Our Outcomes ............................................................................................................................................... 10 Additional Notes ............................................................................................................................................ 19 Explanation of Process Blue Moss was commissioned by Westmeath Community Development to undertake
  • Ringsend Arts Luas

    Ringsend Arts Luas

    Issue #12 Summer 2016. Published Whenever. INSIDE Meeja Gemma O'Doherty opens up about the need for outsider journalism... RTÉ A straight up look at why it's so bloody shit... Comics Yup, it's our usual array of full on miscreants and lovingly drawn eejits... BECKETT AND Gombeen BEHAN: TWO We finally get around to VERY DIFFERENT crucifying Ryan Tubridy in cutting prose... DUBLINERS Ringsend Arts Luas Are tech and global finance How the new rental realities Looking back at a history of remaking our city in their image? are killing all the DIY spaces... tram strikes in the capital... 2 Look Up {THE RANT} With the two month long back and forth discussions going on something Story? in the manner of Roger Federer playing squash by himself, even the mainstream HOWDY FOLKS. RABBLE’S media began to lose interest, the same BACK WITH THAT FRESH lads who cream themselves at even a SMELLING PRINTY EDITION sniff of an election. The media gave JUST IN TIME FOR fuck all scrutiny of the obvious lack SUMMER. SINCE YOU LAST of any programme for government, no CAUGHT UP WITH US scrutiny of the fact that the electorate THERE’S BEEN A GENERAL offered a resounding rejection of Fine ELECTION, A MONTH Gael’s austerity mode political and OF HARANGUING OVER barely batted an eyelid at the rhetoric {EYE} THE FORMATION OF THE of stability and recovery that was being choked out by Fine Gael pre-election. NEXT GOVERNMENT, THE Glimpses Of A Lost World. ACCELERATED GROWTH So rabble once again is here to dust down the dictionary and cut through Dragana Jurisic's journey as a photographer began when her family apartment was consumed with fire, taking OF AN UNPRECEDENTED the bullshit.
  • RTÉ Annual Report 2014

    RTÉ Annual Report 2014

    Annual Report & Group Financial Statements 2014 Raidió Teilifís Éireann Board 54th Annual Report and Group Financial Statements for the twelve months ended 31 December 2014, presented to the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources pursuant to section 109 and 110 of the Broadcasting Act 2009. Is féidir leagan Gaeilge den Tuarascáil a íoslódáil ó www.rte.ie/about/ie/policies-and-reports/annual-reports/ 2 CONTENTS Vision, Mission and Values 2 A Highlights 3 Chair’s Statement 4 Director-General’s Review 6 Financial Review 10 What We Do 16 Organisation Structure 17 Operational Review 18 Board 84 B Executive 88 Corporate Governance 90 Board Members’ Report 95 Statement of Board Members’ Responsibilities 96 Independent Auditor’s Report 97 Financial Statements 98 C Accounting Policies 105 Notes Forming Part of the Group Financial Statements 110 Other Reporting Requirements 149 Other Statistical Information 158 Financial History 159 RTÉ ANNUAL REPORT & GROUP FINANCIAL STATEMENTS 2014 1 RTÉ’S DirecTOR-GENERAL has SET RTÉ’S VISION, MISSION AND VALUes STATEMENT Vision RTÉ’s vision is to enrich Irish life; to inform, entertain and challenge; to connect with the lives of all the people. Mission • Deliver the most trusted, independent, Irish news service, accurate and impartial, for the connected age • Provide the broadest range of value for money, quality content and services for all ages, interests and communities • Reflect Ireland’s cultural and regional diversity and enable access to major events • Support and nurture Irish production and Irish creative talent Values • Understand our audiences and put them at the heart of everything we do • Be creative, innovative and resourceful • Be open, collaborative and flexible • Be responsible, respectful, honest and accountable to one another and to our audiences 2 HIGHLIGHTS A RTÉ ANNUAL REPORT & GROUP FINANCIAL STATEMENTS 2014 3 CHAIR’S STATEMENT The last year has been one of transition for RTÉ and for its Board.
  • 2014 Results Booklet

    2014 Results Booklet

    2014 RESULTS BOOKLET WINNERS TO DATE 1958 Glenties, Co. Donegal 1986 Kinsale, Co. Cork 1959 Glenties, Co. Donegal 1987 Sneem, Co. Kerry 1960 Glenties, Co. Donegal 1988 Carlingford, Co. Louth 1961 Rathvilly, Co. Carlow 1989 Ardagh, Co. Longford 1962 Glenties, Co. Donegal 1990 Malahide, Co. Dublin 1963 Rathvilly, Co. Carlow 1991 Malin, Co. Donegal 1964 Virginia, Co. Cavan 1992 Ardmore, Co. Waterford 1965 Virginia, Co. Cavan 1993 Keadue, Co. Roscommon 1966 Ballyjamesduff, Co. Cavan 1994 Galbally, Co. Limerick 1967 Ballyjamesduff, Co. Cavan 1995 Glenties, Co. Donegal 1968 Rathvilly, Co. Carlow 1996 Ardagh, Co. Longford 1969 Tyrrellspass, Co. Westmeath 1997 Terryglass, Co. Tipperary (NR) 1970 Malin, Co. Donegal 1998 Ardagh, Co. Longford 1971 Ballyconnell, Co. Cavan 1999 Clonakilty, Co. Cork 1972 Trim, Co. Meath 2000 Kenmare, Co. Kerry 1973 Kiltegan, Co. Wicklow 2001 Westport, Co. Mayo 1974 Trim, Co. Meath, Ballyconnell, 2002 Castletown, Co. Laois Co. Cavan 2003 Keadue, Co. Roscommon 1975 Kilsheelan, Co. Tipperary (SR) 2004 Lismore, Co Waterford 1976 Adare, Co. Limerick 2005 Ennis, Co. Clare 1977 Multyfarnham, Co. Westmeath 2006 Westport, Co. Mayo 1978 Glaslough, Co. Monaghan 2007 Aughrim, Co. Wicklow 1979 Kilsheelan, Co. Tipperary (SR) 2008 Westport, Co. Mayo 1980 Newtowncashel, Co. Longford 2009 Emly, Co. Tipperary 1981 Mountshannon, Co. Clare 2010 Tallanstown, Co. Louth 1982 Dunmanway, Co. Cork 2011 Killarney, Co. Kerry 1983 Terryglass, Co. Tipperary (NR) 2012 Abbeyshrule, Co. Longford 1984 Trim, Co. Meath 2013 Moynalty, Co. Meath 1985 Kilkenny
  • Dáil Éireann

    Dáil Éireann

    Vol. 884 Wednesday, No. 1 24 June, 2015 DÍOSPÓIREACHTAÍ PARLAIMINTE PARLIAMENTARY DEBATES DÁIL ÉIREANN TUAIRISC OIFIGIÚIL—Neamhcheartaithe (OFFICIAL REPORT—Unrevised) Insert Date Here 24/06/2015A00100Ceisteanna - Questions � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 2 24/06/2015A00200Priority Questions� � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 2 24/06/2015A00250One-Parent Family Payment Eligibility � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 2 24/06/2015B01900Employment Support Services � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 5 24/06/2015C00450Social Welfare Benefits � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 7 24/06/2015D00450Social Welfare Overpayments � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 9 24/06/2015D01150Social Welfare Payments Administration � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 11 24/06/2015E01125Other Questions � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 14 24/06/2015E01150One-Parent Family Payment Payments � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �
  • Don't Tax Our Health Choices!

    Don't Tax Our Health Choices!

    DON’T TAX OUR HEALTH CHOICES! From March 1st 2019 the Government will be applying VAT at 23% to all Vitamin, Probiotic & Food Supplements. These supplements have been VAT free for the last 40 years! A2 POSTER CODE: VAT03 A4 POSTER CODE: VAT04 +23% Available from Wholefoods VAT HEALTH IS NOT A LUXURY! SIGN THE PETITION TODAY! @stopthisvat www.stopthisvat.ie What is happening: The Revenue Commissioners have decided that on March 1st 2019, 23% VAT will be applied to all health food supplements. This includes Vitamins, Probiotics and Fish Oil. What does this mean? On March 1st 2019, retailers must apply 23% VAT to all health food supplements, resulting in a 23% price increase for consumers. Such a sudden and radical increase in taxation will put a huge strain on consumers and cause many to have to reconsider their approach towards managing their health. This is bound to seriously damage the local Irish businesses that are the cornerstone of the industry sector, particularly if consumers turn to the international Internet to try and obtain a better priced product. What can I do: • Sign the petition (online and in-store) which can be found at www.stopthisvat.ie. • Additional petition hardcopies are available from Wholefoods Wholesale (product code: VAT02). Wholefoods drivers will happily take completed petitions back from you. Please ensure that all petitions are returned to Wholefoods by February 18th. • Actively encourage customers to sign the petition and highlight what VAT will mean for their purchases. • Email or write to your local minister or TD. Sample text can be found on page 3 of this document.
  • Cork County Council Annual Report 2019

    Cork County Council Annual Report 2019

    Cork County Council Annual Report 2019 Contents 1. Message from Cllr. Ian Doyle, Mayor of the County of Cork & Tim Lucey, Chief 1 Executive of Cork County Council 2. Public Representatives 3 3. Municipal District Details 11 4. Committee & Subsidiary Body Membership 12 5. Boundary Alteration 16 6. Safety, Health & Welfare at Work 17 7. Roads, Transportation & Safety 18 8. Water Services & County Engineer’s Department 21 9. Housing 23 10. Environment 26 11. Planning 32 12. Fire & Building Control 38 13. Economic Development, Enterprise & Tourism 43 14. Finance 51 15. Municipal District Operations & Rural Development 55 16. Information & Communications Technology 89 17. Corporate Services 92 18. Strategic Policy Committees (SPCs) 102 19. Appendices: 102 Appendix 1: Members’ Expenses 2019 Appendix 2: Conference Attendance 2019 Appendix 3: Training Conference Attendance 2019 Appendix 4: Other Travel 2019 Appendix 5: Annual Service Delivery Plan 1. Message from Cllr. Ian Doyle, Mayor of the County of Cork & Tim Lucey, Chief Executive of Cork County Council Mayor of the County of Cork Chief Executive of Cork County Council Cllr. Ian Doyle Mr. Tim Lucey We are pleased to present herein Cork County Council’s Annual Report 2019, which outlines the vast range of policies, programmes, services and activities undertaken by the Council throughout the year. As a Council, we continue to work with the public to further develop the economic, social, physical, environmental and cultural landscape of Cork County. Our citizens, communities and businesses are at the very core of our organisation. Supporting and providing assistance to these vital stakeholders is, and always will be, our priority.
  • Clonownmore, Killare, Mullingar, Co.Westmeath

    Clonownmore, Killare, Mullingar, Co.Westmeath

    FOR SALE BY PUBLIC AUCTION May 22 nd in the Grev ille Arms Hotel, Mullingar at 3pm Solicitors having carriage of sale: N.J. Downes & Co., Mullingar T el: (044)9348646 CLONOWNMORE, KILLARE, MULLINGAR, CO.WESTMEATH Attractive c.68 Acre Residential Farm (including c.18 Acres of Forestry) Set in Idyllic Country Setting at the Foot of "Uisneach Hill" Immaculate 3 Bed, 2 Reception Dormer Style residence, centrally located on the holding adjacent to the compact Farmyard & outbuildings, Located Mid-way between Mullingar Ballymore & Athlone & within easy access to Loughnavalley & Castletown Geoghegan Farm Buildings comprise of 2 Bay Round Top Hay Shed, Single Bay Calving Shed, 3-Bay Lean To, Walled Silage Pit & Collection Yard. Viewing Highly Recommended Price Guide : €650,000 Reference : 3890 Address: Clonownmore, Killare, Mullingar, Co.Westmeath ACCOMMODATION: Entrance Hall 13` 11`` x 7` 1`` Bright & Spacious. Tiled Floor. Sun Room with Pine Ceiling. (4.24 x 2.16) Solid O ak Flooring Landing 5.13 x 1.07 Solid O ak Flooring (16` 10`` x 3` 6``) Sitting Room/Dining 28` 0`` x 11` 11`` Solid O ak Flooring. Feature Marble Fireplace. Coving. Built-in (8.53 x 3.63) Display Cabinet. French Doors to Garden. Utility Room 7` 0`` x 9` 0`` Tiled Floor. Solid O ak Units. Plumbed for Washing Machine & (2.13 x 2.74) Dishwasher Kitchen 9` 10`` x 9` 0`` Fully Fitted Solid O ak Wall & Floor Kitchen Units. SS Sink. (3.00 x 2.74) Extractor Fan, Pine Ceiling. Tiled Floor. Living Room 14` 0`` x 13` 4`` Timber Floor.
  • Spring 2017 £3.00 / Volume 9 771476 824001 GUNDOG & ANGLING SPECIAL EDITION Fairs E O M F A

    Spring 2017 £3.00 / Volume 9 771476 824001 GUNDOG & ANGLING SPECIAL EDITION Fairs E O M F A

    ON SALE TO 12th MAY 2017 Irish COUNTRY SPORTS and COUNTRY LIFE 5.00 € 05 Volume 16 Number 1 Spring 2017 £3.00 / Volume 9 771476 824001 GUNDOG & ANGLING SPECIAL EDITION Fairs e o m f a I r G e l t a greatgamefairs a n e d r G ofireland Irish Game Fair and Fine Food Festival (inc the NI Angling Show) Ireland’s largest Game Fair and international countrysports event featuring action packed family entertainment in three arenas; a Living History Festival including medieval jousting; a Fine Food Festival; a Bygones Area, a huge tented village of trade stands and the top Irish and international countrysports competitions and displays. Shanes Castle, Antrim 24th & 25th June 2017 www.irishgamefair.com Irish Game & Country Fair and Fine Food Festival Main Arena sponsored by the NARGC The ROI’s national Game Fair featuring action packed family entertainment in two arenas; a Living History Village including medieval jousting; a Fine Food Festival; a huge tented village of trade stands and top Irish and International countrysports competitions and displays PLUS all the attractions of the beautiful world famous Birr Castle Demesne. Birr Castle, Co Offaly 26th & 27th August 2017 www.irishgameandcountryfair.com Supported by Irish Countrysports and Country Life magazine (inc The Irish Game Angler) Available as a hard copy glossy quarterly or FREE to READ online at www.countrysportsandcountrylife.com For further details contact: Great Game Fairs of Ireland: Tel: 028 (from ROI 048) 44839167 /44615416 Email: [email protected] Irish COUNTRY SPORTS
  • Conferring of Degrees, Diplomas and Certificates 18–24 Deireadh Fómhair 2003 Focal Ón Uachtarán President’S Message

    Conferring of Degrees, Diplomas and Certificates 18–24 Deireadh Fómhair 2003 Focal Ón Uachtarán President’S Message

    Bronnadh Céimeanna, Dioplómaí agus Teastas Conferring of Degrees, Diplomas and Certificates 18–24 Deireadh Fómhair 2003 Focal ón Uachtarán President’s Message Fearaim fáilte roimh thuismitheoirí na mac léinn ar a bhfuil Céimeanna á mbronnadh inniu – agus go maire an óige a ngradam. Tá 154 bliain imithe ó glacadh leis an gcéad mhac léinn san Ollscoil seo. Ó shin i leith, tá os cionn 62,000 céimithe a fuair a gcuid oideachais anseo, oideachas den scoth, mar is léir ó na poist ghradamacha in Éirinn agus thar lear atá bainte amach ag céimithe na Gaillimhe thar na blianta.Tá súil agam go bhfanfaidh sibh go léir i dteagmháil linn agus go bhfeicfimid sibh ar ais anseo linn go minic sna blianta seo romhainn. On this significant day in their family life, I extend on behalf of the University a warm welcome to parents and guardians of our graduands, who are deserving of the congratulations of us all. Since it opened its doors in 1849, over 62,000 graduates have benefited from a Galway higher education, the quality of which is attested to by the eminent positions they held, and continue to hold, not only in Ireland but across the globe. We hope that you will remain in touch with us and that you will return often in the years ahead. President Nóta Faoin Searmanas The Conferring Ceremony Cruinniú Ollscoile atá i gceist anseo. Ní ina Uachtarán a This is a University meeting.The Cathaoirleach of the fheidhmíonn Cathaoirleach na hócáide ach in ionad occasion functions not as President, but in the place of the Sheansailéir na hOllscoile.