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Seanad: Order of Business (24 Oct 2018)

Jerry Buttimer: Senator O'Reilly raised the issue of capitation for schools. It is a very important matter and one on which I would be happy to have the Minister come before the House. Senator Horkan raised, in addition to the British-Irish Parliamentary Assembly, the issue of the Neville report and the need to have a debate on employment and the way in which foreign direct investment plays a key role in...

Seanad: Order of Business (24 Oct 2018)

Jerry Buttimer: We need a mix, which is what we are trying to achieve. Senator Mullen raised the issue of the air ambulance service and its importance, acknowledging the work done by Senator Feighan. Notwithstanding the fact that we now have an excellent service being provided in Cork by Irish Community Rapid Response, the points Senator Mullen makes should be aired in a further debate. Perhaps a...

Seanad: Death of Former Member: Expressions of Sympathy (24 Oct 2018)

Jerry Buttimer: I join the Cathaoirleach in welcoming members of the Hayes family to the Visitors Gallery and thank them for being here. As the Cathaoirleach rightly said, the time that has elapsed since the sad passing of former Senator Maurice Hayes has allowed all of us and members of his family, in particular, to reflect on a life well lived as a public person but also as a dad and a grandfather. The...

Seanad: Judicial Appointments Commission Bill 2017: Committee Stage (Resumed) (24 Oct 2018)

Jerry Buttimer: Who is chairing the Seanad?

Seanad: Judicial Appointments Commission Bill 2017: Committee Stage (Resumed) (24 Oct 2018)

Jerry Buttimer: Some day.

Seanad: Judicial Appointments Commission Bill 2017: Committee Stage (Resumed) (24 Oct 2018)

Jerry Buttimer: I am not referring to the Acting Chairman.

Seanad: Judicial Appointments Commission Bill 2017: Committee Stage (Resumed) (24 Oct 2018)

Jerry Buttimer: Is the Senator going to stop talking?

Seanad: Judicial Appointments Commission Bill 2017: Committee Stage (Resumed) (24 Oct 2018)

Jerry Buttimer: It is better than the mouse over there.

Seanad: Judicial Appointments Commission Bill 2017: Committee Stage (Resumed) (24 Oct 2018)

Jerry Buttimer: Does the Senator know what others are discussing?

Seanad: Perjury and Related Offences Bill 2018: Second Stage (24 Oct 2018)

Jerry Buttimer: This is important legislation. I thank Senator Ó Céidigh for bringing the Bill to the House and taking the initiative. It is important to recognise that court proceedings and the rulings of courts are independent of us. The Government is not opposing the Bill. The Minister of State's remarks on the consolidation of the laws on perjury and related offences are reasonable. Prior...

Seanad: Perjury and Related Offences Bill 2018: Second Stage (24 Oct 2018)

Jerry Buttimer: Notwithstanding the comments earlier, I am still the Leader. I propose that we adjourn until Tuesday, 6 November at 2.30 p.m.

Seanad: Order of Business (23 Oct 2018)

Jerry Buttimer: The Order of Business is No. 1, Markets in Financial Instruments Bill 2018 - Committee and Remaining Stages, to be taken at 4.45 p.m.; No. 2, Greyhound Racing Bill 2018 – Committee Stage, to be taken at 5 p.m. or at the conclusion of No. 1, whichever is the later, and adjourned at 6.30 p.m., if not previously concluded; and No. 3, statements on the Disclosures Tribunal report, to be...

Seanad: Order of Business (23 Oct 2018)

Jerry Buttimer: I thank the 11 Members for their contributions to the Order of Business. I agree with Senator Ardagh that we all need to take time to become familiar with the issue of the epidermolysis bullosa awareness week and the impact that it has on children. The Senator beautifully described them as butterfly children. We should all join with her in her advocacy and ensure that there is a pathway of...

Seanad: Order of Business (23 Oct 2018)

Jerry Buttimer: I think the Senator will recognise that the Minister of State is proactive, is attempting to redress the cuts of the past decade and is trying to restore the pay and conditions of the Defence Forces.

Seanad: Order of Business (23 Oct 2018)

Jerry Buttimer: If the Minister of State had his head buried in the sand, we would not have had the White Paper or the evolutionary change we see in the Defence Forces. He is well aware of the needs of members of the Defence Forces, as we all are from our constituencies. We are very fortunate and we should commend the men and women of our Defence Forces on the extraordinary work they do both at home and...

Seanad: Order of Business (23 Oct 2018)

Jerry Buttimer: Senator Devine raised job losses in Dundalk, which are most disappointing and distressing for the families and the workers involved. Senator Nash also raised this as a Commencement matter with the Minister of State, Deputy Phelan. The Government's concern is for the workers directly affected by the announcement at this very difficult time for them and their families. Many of us have seen...

Seanad: Order of Business (23 Oct 2018)

Jerry Buttimer: We had a somewhat similar situation with Vita Cortex in Cork, as the Senator may recall from his time as a Minister of State.

Seanad: Order of Business (23 Oct 2018)

Jerry Buttimer: We collectively worked to try to rectify that situation. It is disappointing to see this happening today and it is unacceptable. All of us will work to ensure that the employees are treated properly. That is the best thing I can say to the Senators right now. It is disappointing. The Cathaoirleach indulged Senator Devine a little on the issue of the referendum on blasphemy, which I too...

Seanad: Order of Business (23 Oct 2018)

Jerry Buttimer: When I say "success", I mean they might get their deposits back. There can only be one victor, and to the victor go the spoils. Perhaps I should not say "the spoils", but to be elected Uachtarán, the Head of State of our country, is a huge honour and privilege, and I wish whoever that person may be next Friday every success and blessing in the job.I am smiling at Senator Norris, who...

Seanad: Order of Business (23 Oct 2018)

Jerry Buttimer: The ordinary person has a chance to run, but in light of the carry-on of some candidates during the nominating process, they should get tuition on the Constitution before any election-----