Results 1-10 of 10 for revert speaker:Seán Kyne

Seanad: Naming of National Children's Hospital for Dr. Kathleen Lynn: Motion (24 May 2023)

Seán Kyne: ...have particular issues with it. I am reminded of the situation in the United States when Herbert Hoover was building the dam known initially as the Hoover Dam. There was a change in party representation and it became known as the Boulder Dam, then reverted back to the Hoover Dam. The most important thing is that a world-class children's hospital be built providing the best healthcare,...

Seanad: Report on Working Conditions and Skills Shortages in Ireland's Tourism and Hospitality Sector: Motion (22 Feb 2023)

Seán Kyne: ...by the Government to extend the application of that rate until the end of August. It will be an important incentive in retaining jobs. I presume there will be a decision in August to allow it to revert to 13.5%, which we hope will not have a negative impact on the sector. One of the recommendations from the committee is that an independent body be established with specific oversight and...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Health: Covid-19 Vaccination Roll-out: Update (20 Apr 2021)

Seán Kyne: The system of administering the vaccine or delivering it directly to the islands worked well and saved people who would not have transport having to come to the mainland. Perhaps Dr. Henry will revert to the committee's secretariat with information on that.

Topical Issue Debate: Inland Fisheries (3 Jul 2018)

Seán Kyne: ...an ongoing practice for many years in Lough Corrib, for example. I understand the strong advocacy the Deputy has made on Lough Ennel both here today and previously at meetings with me. I will revert to officials regarding it and undertake to set up that meeting with Inland Fisheries Ireland to further discuss the promotion of angling in the midlands and specifically in Lough Ennel.

Seanad: Commencement Matters (Resumed) (22 May 2018)

Seán Kyne: The Senator is shaking her head. I will ask the Minister to revert about that post office. I would not have the facts. It was not brought to my attention. The digital assist is a positive. It is a pilot but, subject to it working, I see no reason that would not be extended to many other different areas. As I said, funding of €80,000 has been provided. The proposed pilot...

Telecommunications Services (Ducting and Cables) Bill 2018 [Seanad]: Second Stage (21 Mar 2018)

Seán Kyne: -----and Irish Water. We will revert to the Deputies or give the answers on Committee Stage as it is a valid point and critical infrastructure should be retained by the State. As I indicated, this relates to a particular cable and it will allow the MSC to progress. We must acknowledge the importance of allowing the MSC to progress and I ask that Deputies support the passage of the Bill.

Questions on Promised Legislation (8 Nov 2017)

Seán Kyne: ...to the Deputy with a response. If there are safety issues, clearly, something needs to be done. I will also liaise with the Minister for Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht, Deputy Humphreys, and revert to the Deputy on the matter.

Seanad: Commencement Matters: Playground Provision (16 Nov 2016)

Seán Kyne: I will ask the officials and the Minister for Children and Youth Affairs to revert to the Senator on that.

Other Questions: Pension Provisions (9 Oct 2013)

Seán Kyne: I thank the Minister for that clarification. I have been contacted by individuals who believed that this measure would be in effect from 1 July. I will revert to them on the matter. I also acknowledge the Minister's work on the Haddington Road agreement, which signifies the solidarity of public sector workers in restoring our public finances.

Other Questions: Road Projects Status (15 May 2013)

Seán Kyne: .... I am a long-time supporter of the Galway city outer bypass, which has been tied up in court for a number of years. Last month, the European Court of Justice ruled on it and the matter has reverted to the Supreme Court. Will the Minister reiterate his and the Government's support for the bypass? Will he comment on the imperative reasons of overriding public interest, IROPI, process...