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Topic: Minister for Communications (Ireland)

	DVB - Digital Video Broadcasting - Ireland
		Tony Killeen the communications minister said that although the EU had requested that Member states complete the transition from analogue to digital TV broadcasting by 2012 he expected the development of digital TV in Ireland to take place much quicker.
		Ireland is now pushing ahead with digital TV and a two-year pilot is set to start this autumn and according to siliconrepublic.com, Ireland already has 700,000 households subscribing to digital satellite and cable/MMDS services from Sky (427,000) and UPC Ireland (formerly NTL and Chorus, with over 260,000).
		Minister for Communications Noel Dempsey is quoted as saying that the service would form the first stage of a nationwide roll out of a digital terrestrial television service.
	www.dvb.org /about_dvb/dvb_worldwide/ireland (2183 words)

	Dáil Debate - 11
		Coveney asked the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources if the Government will be making the funding available to ensure that 20,000 hectares of forestry are planted in the next year as has been committed to in the recent PPF agreement by the Government.
		Sherlock asked the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources his plans for the future of Bord na Móna; if he has received a response from the board of Bord na Móna to his request for their views on the future of the company; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
		Howlin asked the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources his proposals for a review of the local radio licensing regime; the terms of reference of the review; the person by whom it will be carried out; when it is expected to be concluded; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
	www.irlgov.ie /debates-03/11Jun/Sect6.htm (13056 words)

	Angling News
		In that context, the Minister of State will continue to be guided by the fundamental principle adopted, and adhered to, by previous Ministers over the last three years, that is, that the national total allowable catch should be progressively aligned over that period on the scientific advice.
		In his reply the Minister did not explain adequately why he has not accepted the advice of the standing scientific committee which was based on the precautionary principle in regard to the future of salmon stocks.
		The Minister of State, Deputy Gallagher's response to my colleague, Deputy Ryan, a few weeks ago seemed to suggest that the total cost of buy-outs was based on the north-east of England, which is an incredible choice on which to base the calculations of the cost.
	www.anglingnews.net /rep_detail.asp?ID=3400 (1924 words)

	Dáil Debate - 9
		Eamon Ryan asked the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources the total sum to date borrowed by Coillte Teoranta for which consent was given under section 4 of the Forestry Act 1988 on the basis of the payments expected from the European agricultural guidance and guarantee fund which have now been disallowed.
		Gilmore asked the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources the steps which should be taken by a person who knows that gas is being installed by a person who has not completed the relevant FÁS course; and the follow-up which should be anticipated for such a report.
		Stanton asked the Minister for Health and Children the number and location of speech and language units; the number of children attending each; the criteria for attending; the number of speech therapists involved; his plans for expanding and developing further speech and language units; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
	www.irlgov.ie /debates-03/9Dec/Sect12.htm (5120 words)

	Ireland's Parliament 'approves' communications data retention (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
		The purpose behind the amendments was to, according to the Minister for Justice, Malcolm McDowell, "give a solid basis in Irish law to the retention of communication data and to protect people in a way that is not done at the moment." He argued that this information "is an essential aid..
		In Ireland, the Minister of Justice authorises wiretaps.
		This is yet another case of a law on communications data retention being passed without careful consideration of the nature of the data being retained.
	www.privacyinternational.org /article.shtml?cmd[347]=x-347-140716 (2473 words)

	Failte Ireland
		Failte Ireland, the National Tourism Development Authority, today launched a new 'Cool for Kids, Fun for Families' guide to the Tramore, Dunmore East and Hook areas of counties Waterford and Wexford, highlighting the area’s status as a family friendly destination and emphasising everything there is to see and do for all the family.
		Ireland was chosen as the venue for the 2007 event as a result of a successful bid prepared by Fáilte Ireland and Tourism Ireland.
		Ireland’s largest tourism trade fair, Meitheal 2007, is expected to generate over €10 million in trade as 750 members of the tourism industry meet in the RDS in Dublin today.
	www.failteireland.ie /About-Us/News-and-Events.aspx (2145 words)

	Encyclopedia :: encyclopedia : List of Ireland-related topics (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
		This list is not necessarily complete or up to date; if you see an article that should be here but is not (or one that should not be here but is), please update the page accordingly.
		Coat of Arms of the Republic of Ireland
		Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government
	www.hallencyclopedia.com /List_of_Ireland-related_topics (159 words)

	1997 - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		March 18 - The tail of a Russian An-24 charter plane breaks off while en-route to Turkey causing the plane to crash killing all 50 on board and later the grounding of all An-24s.
		March 26 - Julius Chan resigns as a prime minister of Papua New Guinea - the Sandline affair ends.
		December 29 - Hong Kong begins to kill all the chickens within its territory (1.25 million) to stop the spread of a potentially deadly influenza strain.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/1997 (4777 words)

	Dermot Ahern publishes key reports on Ireland's Commercial Seaports 13-05-03
		The Minister said, "In initiating the High Level Review the Government was anxious to ensure that the existing industry structures are delivering a quality service provision that is competitive, efficient, effective, reliable and customer orientated.
		Minister Ahern commended the authors of both reports for their thoroughly researched and comprehensive reports.
		Minister Ahern said, "I believe that both publications will prove to be seminal reports in the history of Ireland's ports.
	www.irishtrucker.com /NEWS/2003/may/1305035.asp (426 words)

	ElectricNews.net:News:Minister to regulate Sky in Ireland (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
		On Wednesday, Ireland's Minister for Communications Dermot Ahern said new proposals were being formulated that would allow for satellite TV providers based in other European countries to be regulated here in Ireland.
		Under the Minister's new set of proposals, satellite broadcasters would come under the jurisdiction of EU member states into which they provide targeted television channels that are meant for reception only in that member state.
		The Minister said that the new proposals are contained in a submission to the EU Commission on the Review of the Television Without Frontiers Directive, which is currently underway.
	www.electricnews.net /news.html?code=9372288 (537 words)

	Irish Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources - Wiki Ireland
		The Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources is the senior minister at the Department of Communications, Marine and Natural Resources (An Roinn Cumarsáide, Mara agus Achmhainní Nádúrtha) in the Irish Government.
		The current Minister is Noel Dempsey, TD; he is assisted by Pat the Cope Gallagher, TD, Minister of State with special responsibility for the Marine.
		Communications development - promotion of the provision and development of competitive high quality and world class services in the communications, electronic and mobile commerce sectors.
	www.wiki.ie /wiki/Irish_Minister_for_Communications,_Marine_&_Natural_Resources (382 words)

	Energy Ireland 2007 \| Ireland's Largest Annual Energy Event 11th 12th June 2007
		Energy Ireland is organising the forthcoming Energy Security and Climate Change conference, taking place in Croke Park on Wednesday 7th November.
		The Energy Ireland Yearbook 2007 is the only detailed guide to Irish Energy (North and South) covering all the main sectors including.
		The 11th Annual Energy Ireland Conference 2007 took place on Monday 11th and Tuesday 12th June 2007 at the Burlington Hotel Dublin.
	www.energyireland.ie (308 words)

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	Committee News and Reports » Conclusions from the Report of the Forum of Broadcasting to the Minister for ... (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
		The Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources should establish, within three years, a new single regulator for broadcasting in Ireland to be called the Broadcasting Authority of Ireland (BAI).
		The Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources, in consultation with An Post and RTÉ, should set targets for the number of licence fees collected, introduce a scheme of incentives and penalties for An Post relating to the rate of collection, and adjust the regulations governing the licence fee to enhance the collection rate.
		The promotion of community broadcasting should be a stated policy objective of both the Department of Communications, Marine and Natural Resources and, pending the establishment of the BAI, the BCI.
	www.ireland.anglican.org /committeenews/index.php?p=35 (1771 words)

	FoneValue - Irish Telecom News - cheap calls,cheaper phone calls,cheapest calls,cheaper calls,telephone calls
		Ireland is a centre of excellence for telecommunications industry research and development.
		The Commission for Communications Regulation (ComReg) and its UK counterpart, Ofcom, today announced the formation of a joint working group designed to explore solutions to problems which affect telecommunications users in both Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland.
		Telecoms regulator the Commission for Communications Regulation (ComReg) has found Eircom again in breach of the terms of its licence in relation to the system of carrier pre-selection (CPS), whereby consumers choose a competing service provider to carry their calls while retaining the incumbent as the provider of its line rental.
	www.fonevalue.com /news/cheaper-phone-calls-news.htm (2435 words)

	Fishupdate.com: Ahern pledges eco-friendly future
		Minister Ahern said:“We need to create a vision of hope for our fishermen and coastal communities so that we can fast track the implementation of environmentally friendly fishing methods, where fishing can be maintained, stocks can recover and where there is a viable future for fishing communities.”
		Ireland’s Presidency would focus also on the adoption of the Regional Advisory Councils and the implementation of the Western Waters regulation.
		Minister Ahern added that he intended meeting the May 31 deadline for implementing regulations under the under the Western Waters fixing fishing effort.
	fishupdate.com /news/fullstory.php/aid/1663/... (354 words)

	Broadband Ireland News - irish broadband related news stories.
		Dermot Ahern TD, Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources, and the Minister for Education and Science Mr.
		Dermot Ahern T.D., Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources, today welcomed the 100 million investment by NTL in the Broadband market in Ireland, describing it as delivering another nail in the coffin of high prices.
		Dermot Ahern T.D., Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources today welcomed new broadband packages available on the market and said that consumers in Ireland now had probably the best start-up options anywhere in the Western world.
	broadband.fonevalue.com /ie/news/index.php (936 words)

	The World Factbook 2004 -- Field Listing - Background (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
		A legacy of unsettled, mostly nonrepresentative, rule for much of the 20th century was brought to an end in 1996 when free and open elections ushered in a new government.
		Democratic rule was interrupted by two military coups in 1987, caused by concern over a government perceived as dominated by the Indian community (descendants of contract laborers brought to the islands by the British in the 19th century).
		A peace settlement for Northern Ireland, known as the Good Friday Agreement and approved in 1998, is currently being implemented.
	www.brainyatlas.com /fields/2028.html (15472 words)

	Welcome to the Irish Maritime Development Office [IMDO] - Newsletter 5
		Firms are mobile in almost every aspect of their business and to stay competitive they must innovate, seek out cost advantages, attract personnel of the highest quality, and locate in economic and political environments that are stable and forward—looking.
		Our communications material, available on the main page of www.imdo.ie, has created a great deal of interest from international shipowners and managers.
		On the 13th of February 2003, the Minister for Education and Science, Mr Noel Dempsey formally signed the contracts for the new National Maritime College of Ireland, a 57 million investment.
	www.imdo.ie /e-newsletter5.htm (1559 words)

	Corrib Gas Field: Questions for Mr. Dempsey
		Statoil Exploration (Ireland) Ltd. and Marathon International Petroleum (Hibernia) Ltd. or their successors for the construction of a gas pipeline from the offshore installation to the terminal building in respect of the Corrib Gas Field.
		This document is required to consult and check the delivery of the Plan of Development (the expected delivery of which was publicly announced by the Minister) and the provisions (if any) ensuring that the environment would be protected and the method of their being assumed or imposed in a legally enforceable way by/on the applicants.
		This document is required to consult and check the delivery of the EIS (the expected delivery of which was publicly announced by the Minister) and the provisions (if any) ensuring that the environment would be protected and the method of their being assumed or imposed in a legally enforceable way by/on the applicants.
	www.tuppenceworth.ie /Politics/Corrib1.html (2233 words)

	The Epoch Times \| Minister Welcomes Network Developments
		Ireland is now to expand it's network of fibre optics.
		The Minister for communications Noel Dempsey welcomed the decision of the European Commission to authorise the next phase of the Government's two hundred million Euro Metropolitan Area Networks (MANs) Programme.
		The Programme has already brought high speed, fibre optic, telecommunications networks to twenty-seven regional towns and cities around Ireland and this next phase is to extend the networks to a further ninty towns in Ireland next year.
	english.epochtimes.com /news/6-3-9/39350.html (265 words)

	Dáil Éireann - Volume 363 - 22 January, 1986 - Written Answers. - Reception of British Television.
		Fahey asked the Minister for Communications if he is prepared to [103] introduce legislation with a view to establishing a proper system of licensing, channel co-ordination and control of technical standards for the receipt of British television signals in rural Ireland.
		While I am prepared to look at ways and means by which greater choice of viewing might be made available legitimately in rural Ireland, I cannot hold out false hopes that there are quick and easy solutions.
		Fahey asked the Minister for Communications if he will now enter negotiations with the British Broadcasting Corporation and the Performing Rights Society on copyright agreements for the receipt of British television signals in rural Ireland in view of their willingness to discuss such agreements.
	www.oireachtas-debates.gov.ie /D/0363/D.0363.198601220104.html (254 words)

	Tag Archive for ‘ireland’ at Tom Raftery’s Social Media
		This is the face of Ireland’s Minister for broadband suppression.
		This is the face of the minister of communications in Ireland who has presided over Ireland’s languishing:
		This is the organisation which has presided over Ireland being one of the most expensive countries in Europe for broadband and consequently Ireland having one of the lowest rates of uptake for broadband in Europe.
	www.tomrafteryit.net /index.php?tag=ireland (1411 words)

	Ireland To Legislate For Flat-Rate Internet Access, by Jason Gorringe, Tax-News.com, London
		Ireland's Minister for Communications, Dermot Ahern, said last week that he would immediately issue the Regulation under the new Communications Act establishing the Commission for Communications, and would direct the new body to introduce flat-rate Net access as an 'absolute priority.'
		Minister Ahern said he was calling for the move because flat-rate Internet access, which allows users stay on-line for as long as they want for a fixed monthly fee, was vital in driving Ireland's information society, and crucial for economic and social development.
		Last month, Esat BT became the second ISP in Ireland after UTV to begin selling a limited flat-rate Internet product; both firms offer varying numbers of hours of evening and weekend use for a flat fee.
	www.offshore-e-com.com /asp/story/story.asp?storyname=9824 (404 words)

	Ireland announces its participation in international marine research program
		Dublin, Ireland--The Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources, Noel Dempsey T.D., today visited the JOIDES Resolution, one of the largest research vessels in the world, to announce Ireland's participation in the Integrated Ocean Drilling Program (IODP), the world's most ambitious marine research program.
		Ireland joins IODP as part of the European Consortium for Ocean Research Drilling (ECORD), a contributing member of the program supported by the U.S. National Science Foundation and Japan's Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology.
		Ireland was an important contributor to European drilling in the past, and we welcome Ireland again, as both an ECORD and IODP partner."
	www.eurekalert.org /pub_releases/2005-04/iodp-iji042605.php (499 words)

	AGIMO \| Media Releases
		The Minister for Communications, Information Technology and the Arts, Senator Richard Alston, and the Minister for Education, Training and Youth Affairs, Dr David Kemp, today welcomed the release of the ICT Centre of Excellence Discussion Paper.
		The Minister for Communications, Information Technology and the Arts, Senator Richard Alston, and the Minister for Education, Training and Youth Affairs, Dr David Kemp announced the members of an Advisory Panel to steer the development of a new ICT Centre today.
		The Minister for Communications, Information Technology and the Arts, Senator Richard Alston, and the Minister for Education, Training and Youth Affairs, Dr David Kemp welcomed the launch of the IT Skills Hub in Melbourne today.
	www.agimo.gov.au /media?result_page=6 (3127 words)

	RTE News - Dempsey plans post code system
		The Minister for Communications, Noel Dempsey, has confirmed that a postal code system will be introduced in Ireland by the beginning of 2008.
		He argues that without a post code system Ireland would be at a disadvantage to other EU countries.
		Morning Ireland: Steve Fitzpatrick, General Secretary of the Communications Workers Union, says a wider debate on postal services is needed
	www.rte.ie /news/2005/0523/postcode.html (155 words)

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