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Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (4 Jul 2024)

Jerry Buttimer: I thank the Leader. I welcome the guests of Deputy O'Dowd, led by the colleague and friend of many of us here Deaglán de Bréadún. The members of the tour group are travelling throughout the country, visiting different institutions. They are very welcome and I hope they will have a very positive and engaging visit to Leinster House. Céad míle fáilte roimh go...

Seanad: Protection of Children (Online Age Verification) Bill 2024: First Stage (4 Jul 2024)

Jerry Buttimer: When is it proposed to take Second Stage?

Seanad: Gnó an tSeanaid - Business of Seanad (3 Jul 2024)

Jerry Buttimer: I have received notice from the following Senators that they propose to raise the following matters: Senator Fiona O'Loughlin - The need for the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage to make a statement on plans to designate the Curragh Plains as a national heritage area. Senator Barry Ward - An gá atá ann go ndéanfaidh an tAire Oideachais, an Teachta Norma...

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Heritage Sites (3 Jul 2024)

Jerry Buttimer: I welcome Minister of State at the Department of Health, Deputy Mary Butler, and thank her for being here. Is é an chéad cainteoir anois ná an Seanadóir Fiona O'Loughlin. Tá ceithre nóiméad aici. Gabhaim buíochas léi.

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (3 Jul 2024)

Jerry Buttimer: Before asking the Leader to outline today's Order of Business, I welcome to the Public Gallery Mr. Brian Karlisch and his wife, Lisa, who are visiting from the United States of America. They are very welcome. I believe it is their first visit to Ireland. I thank them for being here and hope they enjoy the rest of their stay. Glaoim ar an Treoraí chun an tOrd Gnó a fhoilsiú.

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (3 Jul 2024)

Jerry Buttimer: Gabhaim buíochas leis an Treoraí. Glaoim ar an Seanadóir Fiona O'Loughlin.

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (3 Jul 2024)

Jerry Buttimer: I join with the Senator in congratulating Charlie O’Connor on a lifetime of commitment in public service. He is one of life’s gentlemen and he transcends politics at every opportunity. He is wonderful person. I join with the Senator in wishing him well. I welcome the guests of the Leas-Chathaoirleach, Senator Mark Daly. There is a group who are guests of the Minister,...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (3 Jul 2024)

Jerry Buttimer: I am sorry, Senator, could I just ask that-----

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (3 Jul 2024)

Jerry Buttimer: I am not trying to stop you; I am trying to help you.

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (3 Jul 2024)

Jerry Buttimer: In case this is before the courts-----

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (3 Jul 2024)

Jerry Buttimer: I am just saying be careful with what you are saying in-----

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (3 Jul 2024)

Jerry Buttimer: -----identifying individuals. We are not here to-----

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (3 Jul 2024)

Jerry Buttimer: Even referring to people leads to-----

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (3 Jul 2024)

Jerry Buttimer: Go raibh maith agat.

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (3 Jul 2024)

Jerry Buttimer: I remind Members that we should be careful in the language we use in the House and the person referred to is a retired diplomat.

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (3 Jul 2024)

Jerry Buttimer: The Senator said "diplomat".

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (3 Jul 2024)

Jerry Buttimer: It is just to be careful

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (3 Jul 2024)

Jerry Buttimer: I welcome the Active Retirement group from Tower in Cork. The ladies are very welcome. I hope the person who nearly tumbled there did not get too hurt. The group is very welcome to Leinster House. I now invite the Leader of the House to reply to the Order of Business.

Seanad: Defence (Amendment) Bill 2024: Committee Stage (3 Jul 2024)

Jerry Buttimer: Does the Minister wish to reply or will I move on to Senator Craughwell?

Seanad: Defence (Amendment) Bill 2024: Committee Stage (3 Jul 2024)

Jerry Buttimer: Before I call the Tánaiste, I welcome the groups in the Public Gallery. They are guests of Senator Robbie Gallagher and Deputies Mattie McGrath and Seán Haughey. Tá fíorfháilte roimh gach éinne. Bainigí taitneamh as an turas. Welcome to Leinster House, thank you for being here and enjoy your visit.