Posted on August 27th, 2010 by admin
Friday, 27th August 2010
Green Party TD for Carlow/Kilkenny, Mary White T.D. has moved to calm fears on the issue of commercial vehicle tax following a series of inaccurate claims this week.
The Minister for Equality, Integration and Human Rights commented: “It is of great concern to hear the wild inaccuracies about this issue and I must move to allay the fears that drivers of commercial vehicles, such as farmers, trades people… Continue reading
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Posted on August 24th, 2010 by admin
24th August 2010
I am delighted to be here today with you all to launch your 2009 Annual Report. This is my third visit to the Commission since I became Minister of State for Equality, Human Rights and Integration and it is always a pleasure to be here with you all. The purpose of today is twofold, reflect on the work undertaken by the Commission in 2009 and also look forward… Continue reading
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Posted on August 24th, 2010 by admin
Tuesday, 24th August 2010
Minister of State for Equality, Human Rights and Integration, Ms Mary White T.D., today launched the Irish Human Rights Commission Annual Report for 2009.
The Minister welcomed the Report and praised the Commission for the role they have played in protecting human rights in Ireland and raising awareness of related issues involved both at home and internationally.
Commenting on her intention to review existing legislation, structures, the Minister re-affirmed… Continue reading
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Posted on August 16th, 2010 by admin
Monday, 16th August 2010
Green Party TD for Carlow/Kilkenny, Mary White T.D., today welcomed the announcement of a further €16,000 in grants for community and voluntary groups under the Scheme of Community Support for Older People.
The Minister for Equality, Integration and Human Rights commented: “I am delighted with Minister Carey’s announcement of further funding for older people. Over €1.4m has now been approved under the Scheme this year with 356 groups… Continue reading
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Posted on August 16th, 2010 by admin
Monday, 16th August 2010
Green Party TD for Carlow/Kilkenny, Mary White T.D., has applauded the success of Sunday’s Borris Fair in Co. Carlow.
The Minister for Equality, Integration and Human Rights commented: “I am delighted that this years Borris Fair was such a success. The support and goodwill of everyone who attended - locals, visitors and travellers - made it a particularly enjoyable day, with the beautiful weather only adding to the… Continue reading
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Posted on August 12th, 2010 by admin
Thursday, 12th August 2010
Minister for Equality and Green Party T.D. for Carlow/Kilkenny Mary White T.D. today said:
“Since becoming Minister of State for Equality I have been listening to the voices of separated and single fathers. Their stories of the family law courts in Ireland, their quest for access to their children and their despair in many cases have prompted me to consider how we deal with this painful issue.
I believe… Continue reading
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