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The Art of the Grand Gesture: Oh Canada

Politics in Ireland — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 11:48:51 +0000

Micheal Martin, Ireland's Minister for Foreign Affairs, realizes that it's a lot of money, but Ireland needs to maintain its embassies, after all. Yes, people do need hospitals and schools and libraries, but the citizens need fine …... Continue reading »

As of today I predict that Exchequer tax revenues for 2010 will be …

Politics in Ireland — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 11:47:24 +0000

“Department of Finance official Michael McGrath said the department would not be changing its budget day tax forecasts, despite the “slight improvement” in revenues in December. The Government said last month that it expects to receive …... Continue reading »

Cork Politics

Politics in Ireland — Sat, 06 Feb 2010 18:38:52 +0000

FINE Gael Communications Spokesman, Simon Coveney, today welcomed the Government's willingness to examine his proposal to establish an emergency alert system whereby citizens would be contacted by text to warn of an emergency in their …... Continue reading »

FG's Simon Coveney to speak at NUIG – Galway Advertiser – January …

Politics in Ireland — Sat, 06 Feb 2010 18:38:40 +0000

Fine Gael TD Simon Coveney will speak about the economy, its future, his party's new economic stimulus program, at a public meeting in NUI, Galway.... Continue reading »

Statement on Northern Ireland updated «

Politics in Ireland — Sat, 06 Feb 2010 18:33:39 +0000

I want to recognize the leadership and patient resolve of Prime Minister Brown and Taoiseach Cowen, as well as Northern Ireland Secretary Shaun Woodward and Irish Foreign Minister Micheal Martin. They have stayed resolutely focused on …... Continue reading »

Cork Politics

Politics in Ireland — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 21:31:44 +0000

CORK South Central Deputy Deirdre Clune has called for an immediate resolution to the industrial dispute that has resulted in Community Welfare Officers (CWOs) not processing new claims for rent/mortgage allowances and medical cards. …... Continue reading »

Cork Politics

Politics in Ireland — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 21:28:52 +0000

Fine Gael Energy Spokesman, Cork TD Simon Coveney welcomed the announcement saying that this type of investment is the way forward. “Ireland's economy needs to become the most competitive and sustainable in Europe. …... Continue reading »

Cork Politics

Politics in Ireland — Mon, 20 Jul 2009 22:57:55 +0000

INDICATIONS that some 25000 jobs in the commercial sector are at risk as retail figures continue to plunge, highlight the need for urgent action according to Cork TD Ciarán Lynch. The Labour Deputy said, “Unfortunately many shops are …... Continue reading »

Less than one per cent of civil servants opt for career break

Politics in Ireland — Sun, 12 Jul 2009 10:13:24 +0000

NEW information has confirmed that the career break scheme for civil servants has not been successful with only 300 civil servants applying for it according to Fine Gael TD, Simon Coveney. The information was released to Deputy Coveney …... Continue reading »

Consider yourself warned « Where do we go from here

Politics in Ireland — Sat, 23 May 2009 18:02:52 +0000

Recently a friend of mine (not a FFer) suggested I have a word with Simon Coveney about getting myself a job. I was shocked that such an attitude still existed anywhere else other than FF where at least I expected it and I told him so. …... Continue reading »

Submission to Justice Committee | blasphemy.ie

Politics in Ireland — Wed, 20 May 2009 23:24:49 +0000

The Minister for Foreign affairs, Micheal Martin, later explained why Ireland had taken this position. He told the Dail that: “We believe that the concept of defamation of religion is not consistent with the promotion and protection of …... Continue reading »

Voters urged to check the register

Politics in Ireland — Sun, 17 May 2009 13:44:06 +0000

Ciarán Lynch. LABOUR TD Ciarán Lynch is urging voters to check the electoral register before it closes for submissions on Monday, May 18 at 5pm. Deputy Lynch said, “I fully understand this anger and frustration [while out canvassing], …... Continue reading »

mushtastic: A TDious Meeting?

Politics in Ireland — Sun, 26 Apr 2009 09:51:25 +0000

Of the five TDs in Cork South Central, Ciarán Lynch was the most supportive of full civil marriage. Simon Coveney as well seemed to be personally supportive of the idea, although like the others very cautious and skeptical of the Irish …... Continue reading »

Associate Notes: KildareStreet.com

Politics in Ireland — Fri, 24 Apr 2009 21:53:07 +0000

Simon Coveney of Fine Gael has used the phrase “playing politics” more often than any other member of the Dail in the period covered by the KildareStreet.com. Dan Neville of Fine Gael has mentioned “suicide” far more often than any …... Continue reading »

Popcorn Politics: There's Something About Barack!

Politics in Ireland — Sat, 28 Mar 2009 23:44:53 +0000

The Obama spell was cast far and wide – not just among Brian Cowen and Foreign Affairs Minister Micheal Martin, but among the Government officials who travelled with him and the media who got to see the Holy Grail that is Obama in the …... Continue reading »

Notes On The Front: March 26th Evening: The Recession Diaries

Politics in Ireland — Sat, 28 Mar 2009 23:38:21 +0000

Fine Gael’s targeting of ESB is particularly curious – it’s like a vendetta (even though Simon Coveney, the main author of the policy, has accepted that ESB prices are the result of Government policy and not the company itself). …... Continue reading »

Business Plus Online : News : Ireland's leading business magazine

Politics in Ireland — Sat, 28 Mar 2009 23:35:34 +0000

The Fine Gael blueprint, devised by Cork TD Simon Coveney, calls for an additional €3.3 billion invvesment in the electricity grid. The scheme envisages “smart meters” being installed in every home by the end of 2013. …... Continue reading »

Popcorn Politics: A Ministerial Jinx?

Politics in Ireland — Sat, 07 Mar 2009 16:54:45 +0000

Foreign Minister's worldwide would want to be wary before rubbing shoulders with our own Micheal Martin in front of the cameras. This is because his Cuban counterpart has become the third to bite the political dust just days after …... Continue reading »

Israel condemned for further strikes on Gaza | The Irish Sentinel

Politics in Ireland — Wed, 31 Dec 2008 22:31:20 +0000

Minister for Foreign Affairs, Micheál Martin, said “I suppose you could say the response from Israel was slightly disproportionate. A few eggs being thrown at a house is hardly justification for the slaughter of hundreds of men, …... Continue reading »

The Connolly Column: Lisbon-II on the way

Politics in Ireland — Sun, 16 Nov 2008 21:51:32 +0000

When asked by RTE if he believed the government would hold another referendum on Lisbon, Minister for Foreign Affairs Micheál Martin said. The Government will make that decision in advance of the December meeting. …... Continue reading »

Irish Eagle

Politics in Ireland — Sat, 15 Nov 2008 18:44:02 +0000

The Minister for Foreign Affairs Micheál Martin says that remarks by Czech President Vaclav Klaus on the Lisbon treaty were “an inappropriate intervention”. Mr Klaus held a joint press conference with the founder of the anti-Lisbon …... Continue reading »

NDLR Modern Languages’ Community of Practice » European Award for …

Politics in Ireland — Sun, 09 Nov 2008 19:39:02 +0000

Interviews with other award winners will be published on your community blog over the coming weeks and months. More details on the Leargas European Award for Languages can be found on the Leargas website. Paul Gormley, Simon Coveney, …... Continue reading »

Local Election Candidate. « Cllr. Laura McGonigle

Politics in Ireland — Thu, 06 Nov 2008 23:06:48 +0000

As you may know I was co-opted onto Cork City Council in 2007 to replace Deirdre Clune following her election to Dáil Éireann. Since then I have worked tirelessly and consistently, as I promised I would. Through my active membership of …... Continue reading »

And the winners are… at The it@cork Blog

Politics in Ireland — Tue, 28 Oct 2008 22:19:19 +0000

Minister Micheal Martin with the Pilz Ireland team, winners of the R&D Award. IT Department Award – Cork County Council – James Fogarty Pictured. James Fogerty, Cork County Council & Winner of the IT Department Leader Award …... Continue reading »

Labour criticises €200 parking levy – The Irish Times – Thu, Oct …

Politics in Ireland — Sat, 18 Oct 2008 10:01:24 +0000

It has also been criticised by Labour's local government spokesman Ciarán Lynch TD who said it defied the principle that it should be workable. The measure, which the Government said will raise €5 million in 2009 and €10 million the …... Continue reading »

Politics in Ireland - Irish Politics » Cork South-Central

The Art of the Grand Gesture: Oh Canada

As of today I predict that Exchequer tax revenues for 2010 will be …

Cork Politics

FG's Simon Coveney to speak at NUIG – Galway Advertiser – January …

Statement on Northern Ireland *updated* «

Cork Politics

Cork Politics

Cork Politics

Less than one per cent of civil servants opt for career break

Consider yourself warned « Where do we go from here

Submission to Justice Committee | blasphemy.ie

Voters urged to check the register

mushtastic: A TDious Meeting?

Associate Notes: KildareStreet.com

Popcorn Politics: There's Something About Barack!

Notes On The Front: March 26th Evening: The Recession Diaries

Business Plus Online : News : Ireland's leading business magazine

Popcorn Politics: A Ministerial Jinx?

Israel condemned for further strikes on Gaza | The Irish Sentinel

The Connolly Column: Lisbon-II on the way

Irish Eagle

NDLR Modern Languages’ Community of Practice » European Award for …

Local Election Candidate. « Cllr. Laura McGonigle

And the winners are… at The it@cork Blog

Labour criticises €200 parking levy – The Irish Times – Thu, Oct …

Statement on Northern Ireland updated «