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Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (22 Mar 2021)

Mark Daly: I thank Senators for raising the important issue of abuse - a number of Senators have done so - and particularly online abuse and the need for it to be tackled, not just for politicians but for all citizens. We are well aware of the issue of bullying in schools and online. People sending anonymous messages cannot be traced and suffer no consequences. It is an issue not just for this House...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (22 Mar 2021)

Mark Daly: Senator Bacik has proposed an amendment to the Order of Business: "That No. 12 be taken before No. 1." It has been seconded by Senator Hoey. The Leader has indicated that she is prepared to accept the amendment.

Seanad: Organisation of Working Time (Reproductive Health Related Leave) Bill 2021: First Stage (22 Mar 2021)

Mark Daly: When is it proposed to take Second Stage?

Seanad: Organisation of Working Time (Reproductive Health Related Leave) Bill 2021: First Stage (22 Mar 2021)

Mark Daly: Is that agreed? Agreed.

Seanad: Family Leave Bill 2021: Instruction to Committee (22 Mar 2021)

Mark Daly: Question put and agreed to.

Seanad: Covid-19 (Tourism): Statements (22 Mar 2021)

Mark Daly: I welcome the Minister. Fáilte go dtí an Seanad a Aire. I thank her for coming to the Seanad to discuss the important topic of tourism and the challenges that are ahead of us. She has ten minutes.

Seanad: Teachtaireacht ón Dáil - Message from Dáil (12 Mar 2021)

Mark Daly: Dáil Éireann has passed the Criminal Justice (Theft and Fraud Offences) (Amendment) Bill 2020 on 11 March 2021, without amendment. Dáil Éireann has agreed on 11 March 2021 to the amendments made by Seanad Éireann to the Criminal Justice (Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing) (Amendment) Bill 2020. Dáil Éireann passed the Criminal Procedure Bill 2021 on...

Seanad: Gnó an tSeanaid - Business of Seanad (12 Mar 2021)

Mark Daly: I have received notice from Senator Mary Seery Kearney that, on the motion for the Commencement of the House today, she proposes to raise the following matter: The need for the Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth to make a statement on the commencement of the Assisted Decision-Making (Capacity) Act 2015. I have also received notice from Senator...

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Health Services Reform (12 Mar 2021)

Mark Daly: I note the Minister of State is replying to all the Commencement matters today, which is unprecedented. I thank her on behalf of the Seanad for taking time out of her busy schedule to come here to reply to the six matters today.

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (12 Mar 2021)

Mark Daly: I want to wish everyone on the Emerald Isle and, of course, the over 70 million people of Irish heritage living abroad a happy St. Patrick's Day. Article 2 of the Constitution states that the Irish nation cherishes its special affinity with people of Irish heritage living overseas. This St. Patrick's Day we will celebrate every member of that global Irish community. From the home of the...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (12 Mar 2021)

Mark Daly: It is grown in a solution that was developed by NASA. I thank the Senator for the horticultural lesson and his kind words.

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (12 Mar 2021)

Mark Daly: I thank the Senator for raising the issue of the undocumented, both in the United States and Ireland. I call ceannaire an Chomhaontais Ghlais sa Seanad, an Seanadóir Pauline O'Reilly.

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (12 Mar 2021)

Mark Daly: Sin nuacht iontach ar na daltaí atá learning through the medium of Irish in primary and secondary schools sa Tuaisceart.

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (12 Mar 2021)

Mark Daly: Gabh mo leithscéal. There is an issue in relation to privilege in this House. We all know about the new Standing Orders that have been brought in in this House on foot of legal action taken against Members of the Oireachtas.

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (12 Mar 2021)

Mark Daly: I want the Senator to be aware that is an issue on the topic he is talking about.

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (12 Mar 2021)

Mark Daly: To be clear, anyone is entitled to raise issues in this House and that is what this Parliament is about but there is a counterbalance in relation to individual rights and we must be very aware of those rights. Ar aghaidh leat.

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (12 Mar 2021)

Mark Daly: I thank the Senator for raising the memory of Billy Fox and his courageous service to the State, which cost him his life. I know that Coillte has a memorial forest for him in his home county. On this occasion, it would be fitting for Members to reflect upon Members who have gone before us. As the Senator has stated, however, very few had to make the ultimate sacrifice because they were...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (12 Mar 2021)

Mark Daly: I thank the Leader. The final item she raised is an important issue for this House, and this country, to address. I thank Senators for raising these issues.

Seanad: Unveiling of Portrait of Elizabeth O'Farrell (8 Mar 2021)

Mark Daly: Today is International Women's Day, Lá Idirnáisiúnta na mBan, a celebration of the social, cultural, economic and political achievements of women. The day also marks a call to action for accelerated gender parity. We all know all too well that that parity and gender equality eludes us still. The painting being unveiled in the Seanad today is entitled Her Surrenderby Leitrim...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (8 Mar 2021)

Mark Daly: The Senator arrived just on time.