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Questions on Promised Legislation (8 Mar 2018)

Simon Coveney: One of the most powerful speeches I have ever heard in this Chamber was made by Deputy Enda Kenny responding to the plight of women who were in Magdalen laundries. It is not fair to say this Government has not acted or is not sincere in supporting and treating appropriately victims of Magdalen laundries and other industrial settings.

Confidence in Taoiseach and Government: Motion (9 Dec 2014)

Simon Coveney: ..., a return to strong economic growth - the strongest now in the European Union - and a reduction in the tax burden for low and middle income earners for the first time in seven years. On social issues, such as the Cloyne diocese, the Magdalen laundries, marriage equality, homelessness, the rights of children, gender balance and much more, the Taoiseach has demonstrated a humanity and...

Confidence in the Minister for Justice and Equality; and Defence: Motion [Private Members] (1 Apr 2014)

Simon Coveney: ...that are being progressed through the Houses and is drafting a further 14 Bills, some of which he has mentioned. He has tackled difficult and pressing issues head on like personal insolvency and the Magdalen laundries; he has dealt with two referenda on judicial pay and the court of appeal, both of which were passed by substantial majorities; he has begun a programme aimed at modernising...