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Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Wind Energy Generation (21 Jun 2022)

Lisa Chambers: I thank the Minister of State for his response. There is some positive stuff in it, but it appears to be lacking in terms of the level of ambition we would like to see for the west of Ireland. I understand the technology is slightly different and is not as easy to install floating, as opposed to fixed bottom, turbines, but the Minister of State acknowledged in his reply that the wind...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (21 Jun 2022)

Lisa Chambers: The Order of Business is No. 1, motion in regard to the National Archives Act 1986 (Section 1(2)(d)) Order 2022 to be taken on conclusion of the Order of Business, without debate; No. 2, Insurance (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2022 – Committee and Remaining Stages, to be taken at 2.45 p.m. and the proceedings thereon shall, if not previously concluded, be brought to a conclusion at...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (21 Jun 2022)

Lisa Chambers: I thank all Members who contributed to the Order of Business today. The first contributor was Senator Kyne, who alerted Members to the Galway hydrogen hub public consultation taking place on Thursday and Friday next in Galway. The Senator spoke about the need for a hydrogen strategy, with which I would agree, and referenced the view of the hub that offshore wind would be needed. The...

Seanad: National Archives Act 1986: Motion (21 Jun 2022)

Lisa Chambers: I move: That Seanad Éireann approves the following Order in draft: National Archives Act 1986 (Section 1(2)(d)) Order 2022, a copy of which has been laid in draft form before Seanad Éireann on 8th June, 2022.

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (16 Jun 2022)

Lisa Chambers: The Order of Business is No. 1, motion re arrangements for the sitting of the House on Tuesday, 21 June, Wednesday, 22 June and Thursday, 23 June 2022, without debate; No. 2, Garda Síochána (Amendment) Bill 2022 – All Stages to be taken at 1.15 p.m. and to conclude at 3.15 p.m. and the proceedings on Second Stage shall, if not previously concluded, be brought to a conclusion...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (16 Jun 2022)

Lisa Chambers: I thank all Members who contributed to the Order of Business. Senator Conway kicked off discussions and he spoke about some of the briefing he attended yesterday. In particular, he referred to the briefing held by the Irish National Teachers' Organisation, INTO. I think many Members of this House attended it to hear some of its requests which, from my perspective, were very reasonable. It...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (16 Jun 2022)

Lisa Chambers: It is all part of the debate to come, when we will discuss that further. Senator Buttimer concurred with the request for the debate. We will request it. I note his comments as well in support of what Senator Mullen said. I understand from the Cathaoirleach that it will be an item for discussion on the Committee on Parliamentary Privileges and Oversight's agenda at some point, to get...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (16 Jun 2022)

Lisa Chambers: I take on board the Senator's comment about a debate with the Minister for Education. I am not sure that will be possible for next week as the schedule has already been sent to his group's leader and the Whip for discussion and sign-off by today.

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (16 Jun 2022)

Lisa Chambers: With respect to the Minister and her significant workload, she has done a great deal of work in terms of grant funding and supports for school extensions. Every village, town and county has seen the benefits of education spending in the last two years. There is unprecedented spending in education. In terms of leaving certificate reform, the reforms that are taking place are long overdue so...

Seanad: Sitting Arrangements: Motion (16 Jun 2022)

Lisa Chambers: I move: That, notwithstanding anything in the Standing Orders relative to Public Business, unless otherwise ordered, the following arrangements shall apply in relation to the sittings of the Seanad on 21st, 22nd and 23rd June, 2022: (1) The Seanad shall meet at 12 noon on Tuesday, 21st June, 2022, and the following arrangements shall apply: (a) Commencement matters shall be taken at 12...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Gender Equality: Recommendations of the Report of the Citizens’ Assembly on Gender Equality: Discussion (Resumed) (16 Jun 2022)

Lisa Chambers: I apologise for being in and out. We had more votes than we thought we were going to have. It has been one of those mornings. I thank the witnesses for their presentations. I have been listening from the office. I apologise if this has been asked about already but one thing that really caught my eye in Mr. Dunne's document related to the payment scheme that has been put in place for...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Gender Equality: Recommendations of the Report of the Citizens’ Assembly on Gender Equality: Discussion (Resumed) (16 Jun 2022)

Lisa Chambers: Have any costings been done regarding the universal basic income suggestion? Do the witnesses have any idea what the budget might look like?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Gender Equality: Recommendations of the Report of the Citizens’ Assembly on Gender Equality: Discussion (Resumed) (16 Jun 2022)

Lisa Chambers: To clarify, the €79 million would be for the approximately 6,000----

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Gender Equality: Recommendations of the Report of the Citizens’ Assembly on Gender Equality: Discussion (Resumed) (16 Jun 2022)

Lisa Chambers: €200 million.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Gender Equality: Recommendations of the Report of the Citizens’ Assembly on Gender Equality: Discussion (Resumed) (16 Jun 2022)

Lisa Chambers: There is also an administration cost in carrying out means tests, so savings would be made there. It would be interesting to try to have that calculated. The minute any organisation goes into budget negotiations, the first question it will be asked by the Ministers is on how much it will cost.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Gender Equality: Recommendations of the Report of the Citizens’ Assembly on Gender Equality: Discussion (Resumed) (16 Jun 2022)

Lisa Chambers: Yes. Sorry, Chair.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Gender Equality: Recommendations of the Report of the Citizens’ Assembly on Gender Equality: Discussion (Resumed) (16 Jun 2022)

Lisa Chambers: What is being provided still represents great value for money. I am not disputing that but it would be good to know. There is definitely a financial saving but then there is another benefit in terms of well-being and society.

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (15 Jun 2022)

Lisa Chambers: The Order of Business is No. 1, Birth Information and Tracing Bill 2022 - Report Stage (resumed) and Final Stage, to be taken at 1.15 p.m. and the proceedings thereon shall, if not previously concluded, be brought to a conclusion at 3.45 p.m. by the putting of one question from the Chair which shall in relation to amendments include only those set down or accepted by the Government; No. 2,...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (15 Jun 2022)

Lisa Chambers: I thank all Members who contributed to the Order of Business today. Senator Buttimer started this morning by speaking about this month being Pride month and the Senator referred specifically to the recent controversy around Dublin Pride and RTÉ. I share the Senator's concern that Pride has pulled away from RTÉ. It is regrettable that this parting of ways has happened. I would...

Seanad: Cost of Living: Motion (15 Jun 2022)

Lisa Chambers: I suggest that the Senator asks his questions.