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Shatter calls for proper and transparent crèche regulation and inspection

Tuesday, September 29th, 2009

Alan Shatter TD, Fine Gael’s Spokesperson on children, commenting today on newspaper reports of complaints made to the HSE regarding crèches said “These revelations concerning deficiencies in crèches around the country are shocking and highlight the urgent need for more stringent regulation governing the running of crèches”. Continue reading »

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Shatter welcomes Molloy’s resignation from IPA Board but condemns Finance Minister’s inaction

Friday, September 25th, 2009

Reacting to reports that former FAS Director General, Rody Molloy, has tendered his resignation as Chairman of the Board of the Institute of Public Administration (IPA), Fine Gael Front Bench Spokesperson, Alan Shatter TD, said:  “Having called yesterday for Mr Rody Molloy’s resignation from the Board of the IPA, I welcome today’s announcement. Continue reading »

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Tánaiste’s failure to seek legal advice on Molloy payout makes her explanations incredible – Shatter

Friday, September 25th, 2009

Coughlan should appear at PAC to answer questions on FÁS

Fine Gael Front Bench Spokesperson, Alan Shatter TD, has described as incredible the failure of the Enterprise Minister to seek legal advice before agreeing to a ‘golden handshake’ deal for the former Director General of FÁS. Continue reading »

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Molloy should resign IPA Chairmanship – Shatter

Thursday, September 24th, 2009

Govt must clarify why it refuses to ask him to resign

Fine Gael Front Bench Spokesman Alan Shatter TD has called on former FÁS Director General Rody Molloy to resign as Chairman of the Institute of Public Administration. Continue reading »

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Shatter welcomes Archbishop Martin’s intervention and calls on Tiernan to withdraw and apologise for comments.

Wednesday, September 23rd, 2009

 

Speaking today, Fine Gael TD Alan Shatter said, “I welcome the statement of the Archbishop of Dublin, Dr Dermot Martin, in describing the comments made by Tommy Tiernan at the Electric Picnic festival as “offensive to all who feel revulsion concerning the Holocaust, one of the most horrific events in human history”.  Continue reading »

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Chairperson of Board of Institute of Public Administration

Wednesday, September 23rd, 2009

83. Deputy Alan Shatter asked the Minister for Finance his views on whether it is appropriate that a person (details supplied) remains a member and the chairperson of the board of the Institute of Public Administration; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32746/09] Continue reading »

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Aid Workers Kidnapped in Sudan

Wednesday, September 23rd, 2009

25. Deputy Alan Shatter asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs if he will report on his trip to Sudan relating to the kidnapping of persons (details supplied); if he is satisfied that they are safe and well; and the steps being taken to secure their release. [31682/09] Continue reading »

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Spinal Surgery at Our Lady’s Childrens Hospital, Crumlin

Wednesday, September 16th, 2009

DÁIL QUESTION addressed to the Minister for Health and Children (Ms. Harney (Dublin Mid-West)

by Deputy Alan Shatter

for WRITTEN ANSWER on 16/09/2009   

 *  To ask the Minister for Health and Children the arrangements made to ensure that children whose urgent spinal surgery has been delayed at Our Lady’s Children’s Hospital Crumlin undergo essential spinal surgery without unnecessary delay; Continue reading »

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Reduction in teacher numbers in Dublin South

Wednesday, September 16th, 2009

To the Minister for Education and Science

To ask the Minister for Education and Science the reduction in the number of
teachers as at September 2009 as compared to September 2008 in respect of each
school in the Dáil constituency of Dublin South; Continue reading »

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Holy Trinity National School Leopardstown

Wednesday, September 16th, 2009

To the Minister for Education and Science
For WRITTEN answer on Wednesday, 16th September, 2009.

To ask the Minister for Education and Science if he will grant to a board of a
school (details supplied) in Dublin 18 Continue reading »

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