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Seanad: Order of Business (30 Jun 2015)

Maurice Cummins: I think they would be appalled in Haggardstown.

Seanad: Order of Business (30 Jun 2015)

Maurice Cummins: I join those Members who expressed their sympathies and condolences to the families of Lorna Carty and Martina and Larry Hayes. The attacks in Tunisia were savage in nature and the atrocities carried out elsewhere were dreadful. I assure Senator Darragh O'Brien that I will certainly ask the relevant Minister to come before the House to discuss terrorist and extremist threats in this...

Seanad: Order of Business (30 Jun 2015)

Maurice Cummins: Senators Bacik and Keane referred to crime statistics. Senator Keane inquired about the possibility of having a debate on the greater use of technology, in which could be included the issue of maternity leave for gardaí. I will try to arrange for the Minister for Justice and Equality to come before the House to debate these matters in early course. Senator Bacik welcomed the fact that...

Seanad: Educational Research Centre (Establishment) Order 2015: Referral to Joint Committee (30 Jun 2015)

Maurice Cummins: I move: That the proposal that Seanad Éireann approve the following Order in draft:Educational Research Centre (Establishment) Order 2015,copies of which were laid before Seanad Éireann on 11 June 2015, be referred to the Joint Committee on Education and Social Protection in accordance with Standing Order 70A(3)(j), which, not later than 14 July 2015, shall send a message to the...

Seanad: Order of Business (25 Jun 2015)

Maurice Cummins: It is proposed to take No. 1, the Communications Regulation (Postal Services) (Amendment) Bill 2015 - Second Stage, to be taken at 1.15 p.m. and to be adjourned not later than 3.15 p.m., if not previously concluded. Contributions from group spokespersons are not to exceed eight minutes, and those of all other Senators are not to exceed five minutes.

Seanad: Order of Business (25 Jun 2015)

Maurice Cummins: That is what we have because Fianna Fáil introduced it.

Seanad: Order of Business (25 Jun 2015)

Maurice Cummins: The Senator is confused.

Seanad: Order of Business (25 Jun 2015)

Maurice Cummins: Senator Daly raised the question of Greece, as did many other Members. Ireland's policy is to ensure that a viable and sustainable solution is agreed. As part of this, it is essential that Greece has the funding required to support its banking system. As the ECB governing council has been required to increase funding to support the Greek banks and economic system, there is concern as to...

Seanad: Order of Business (25 Jun 2015)

Maurice Cummins: Senator Moloney spoke about Clodagh Cogley, one of the people who were very badly injured in the accident in Berkeley. Her words on Facebook were inspirational. A wonderful and inspirational gentleman appeared on "The John Murray Show" this morning. He was injured after a dive at the Forty Foot many years ago and is in a wheelchair. His words were also inspirational in respect of Clodagh...

Seanad: Order of Business (25 Jun 2015)

Maurice Cummins: In regard to his plight as an Independent Senator, we welcome him as a prominent member of the House, the Cathaoirleach gave very good advice which he should adhere to. We will do everything possible to assist him but it is up to groups to decide who they want in their groups.

Seanad: Order of Business (25 Jun 2015)

Maurice Cummins: Senator Michael Mullins raised the issue of the recruitment process in the HSE and the appointments cancelled in Merlin Park. He made a good point in that regard. The whole question of recruitment in the HSE will have to be examined because we are being told constantly that many of the problems arising are the result of not having a sufficient number of consultants and staff in the health...

Seanad: Communications Regulation (Postal Services) (Amendment) Bill 2015: Second Stage (25 Jun 2015)

Maurice Cummins: At 2.30 p.m. next Tuesday.

Seanad: Order of Business (24 Jun 2015)

Maurice Cummins: It is proposed to take No. 1, Consumer Protection (Regulation of Credit Servicing Firms) Bill 2015 - Second Stage, to be taken at 12.45 p.m. and to be adjourned not later than 3 p.m., if not previously concluded, with contributions from group spokespersons not to exceed eight minutes and those of all other Senators not to exceed five minutes; No. 2, Petroleum (Exploration and Extraction)...

Seanad: Order of Business (24 Jun 2015)

Maurice Cummins: I will begin with the point raised by Senator Darragh O'Brien about Rape Crisis Network Ireland and to which Senators Gilroy and Moloney quite rightly referred. The Government is committed to supporting the work of the rape crisis centres around the country because they provide invaluable support to people at an extremely traumatic and vulnerable time. I understand that Tusla has confirmed...

Seanad: Order of Business (24 Jun 2015)

Maurice Cummins: Several other Senators mentioned rape crisis centres. I think they should know what they are speaking about.

Seanad: Order of Business (24 Jun 2015)

Maurice Cummins: Difficult funding decisions have had to be made by Tusla with regard to funding or service provision. I understand that Rape Crisis Network Ireland, which is the representative body for rape crisis centres, as opposed to the service-provider, has had its funding ceased. The priority of both the Minister and Tusla was to protect front-line services within the funding available. The funding...

Seanad: Order of Business (24 Jun 2015)

Maurice Cummins: Some people on the other side of the House have a habit of throwing out facts that are not correct-----

Seanad: Order of Business (24 Jun 2015)

Maurice Cummins: -----and they do not understand the issue, unfortunately. I think the comprehensive reply I have given clarifies the situation. However, I will take on board what Senator Moloney asked for last week. I have asked the Minister to come to the House for a debate on it. He was not available this week. I had provisionally arranged for him to come this evening but he cannot be here. I hope we...

Seanad: Order of Business (23 Jun 2015)

Maurice Cummins: It is proposed to take No. 1, address to Seanad Éireann by Mr. Phil Hogan, European Commissioner for Agriculture and Rural Development, to be taken in accordance with the arrangements set out in a motion passed by the House on 18 June; No. 2, Teaching Council (Amendment) Bill 2015 - Second Stage, to be taken at 5 p.m. and to adjourn no later than 7 p.m. if not previously concluded, with...

Seanad: Order of Business (23 Jun 2015)

Maurice Cummins: At 3.30 p.m.