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Seanad: Order of Business (30 May 2018)

Jerry Buttimer: I very much live in the real world. I have my finger on the pulse of the people every day, which is why I enjoy being a Member and being involved in public life. If Senator Gallagher wanted to quote me correctly, he would have referred to the website I gave him with access to the information. He should reflect on that.

Seanad: Order of Business (30 May 2018)

Jerry Buttimer: Senator Feighan made an important contribution. Under the previous Government, the Garda Training College in Templemore was reopened. Garda recruitment is open to the public and the closing date is 6 June. I hope that people who are interested in An Garda Síochána will apply to become members. I am proud of the fact that the party that founded An Garda Síochána has...

Seanad: Order of Business (30 May 2018)

Jerry Buttimer: Senator Wilson is definitely spoiling for a fight today. My friendship with him predates our election to the House and I will not rise to his bait on this occasion. Senator Davitt raised an important point about a potential anomaly. I suggest as a matter of urgency that he tables a Commencement Matter on the matter as he will get an answer more quickly. I am sure the Cathaoirleach would...

Seanad: Order of Business (30 May 2018)

Jerry Buttimer: I apologise to Senator Gallagher. I did not realise he had proposed an amendment to the Order of Business. It is my hope that the Minister will come to the House the week we come back. I will endeavour to have that debate. I did not realise the Senator had proposed an amendment.

Seanad: Business of Seanad (30 May 2018)

Jerry Buttimer: I propose, notwithstanding the order of the House, that the proceedings on No. 3, statements on the report of the Seanad Public Consultation Committee entitled Report on Children's Mental Health Services, shall adjourn at 4 p.m., if not previously concluded.

Seanad: Criminal Justice (Corruption Offences) Bill 2017: Report and Final Stages (30 May 2018)

Jerry Buttimer: The debate on the Bill was late starting by ten minutes. To be fair, the Minister for Children and Youth Affairs, Deputy Katherine Zappone, is due here at 7 p.m. As she has a meeting at 8.30 p.m., she must leave here by 8.20 p.m. I have no problem extending this debate by the ten minutes required and then to facilitate the Minister for Children and Youth Affairs who must leave by 8.20 p.m.

Seanad: Criminal Justice (Corruption Offences) Bill 2017: Report and Final Stages (30 May 2018)

Jerry Buttimer: This matter is debatable afterwards and we will be back here in two weeks' time.

Seanad: Criminal Justice (Corruption Offences) Bill 2017: Report and Final Stages (30 May 2018)

Jerry Buttimer: No. We should complete this debate tonight and have it done. This debate was scheduled, which we agreed at a group meeting.

Seanad: Criminal Justice (Corruption Offences) Bill 2017: Report and Final Stages (30 May 2018)

Jerry Buttimer: I know that there are many leaders, potential leaders, wannabe leaders and future leaders.

Seanad: Criminal Justice (Corruption Offences) Bill 2017: Report and Final Stages (30 May 2018)

Jerry Buttimer: Yes, we agreed at the group meeting the amount of time that would be allocated for this debate tonight. I am happy to continue until 7.20 p.m. when the Minister for Children and Youth Affairs will arrive.

Seanad: Criminal Justice (Corruption Offences) Bill 2017: Report and Final Stages (30 May 2018)

Jerry Buttimer: To be fair, the Minister for Justice and Equality has indicated that he wants to complete this debate tonight.

Seanad: Criminal Justice (Corruption Offences) Bill 2017: Report and Final Stages (30 May 2018)

Jerry Buttimer: Yes. I am prepared, if we can, to reconvene after we take statements with the Minister for Children and Youth Affairs in attendance.

Seanad: Criminal Justice (Corruption Offences) Bill 2017: Report and Final Stages (30 May 2018)

Jerry Buttimer: Of course.

Seanad: Criminal Justice (Corruption Offences) Bill 2017: Report and Final Stages (30 May 2018)

Jerry Buttimer: That was requested by the House.

Seanad: Criminal Justice (Corruption Offences) Bill 2017: Report and Final Stages (30 May 2018)

Jerry Buttimer: He did not.

Seanad: Criminal Justice (Corruption Offences) Bill 2017: Report and Final Stages (30 May 2018)

Jerry Buttimer: That is a fair point.

Seanad: Criminal Justice (Corruption Offences) Bill 2017: Report and Final Stages (30 May 2018)

Jerry Buttimer: I am happy to come back after statements with the Minister for Children and Youth Affairs, to be fair to her.

Seanad: Criminal Justice (Corruption Offences) Bill 2017: Report and Final Stages (30 May 2018)

Jerry Buttimer: Acceptance of the proposal requires the co-operation of the House. To be fair to the Minister, he has to return to the Dáil with the Bill. The Council of Europe is scheduled to meet on 13 and 20 June and the UN Convention against Corruption evaluation will take place at the end of June. It is important, therefore, that we complete this legislative business. I am happy to return here...

Seanad: Business of Seanad (30 May 2018)

Jerry Buttimer: I apologise to the House for interrupting. I propose, notwithstanding the order of the House today, that in respect of this item, No. 4a, the contributions of group spokespersons shall not exceed five minutes, time may be shared and the proceedings shall be brought to a conclusion at 8.20 p.m.

Seanad: Order of Business (29 May 2018)

Jerry Buttimer: The Order of Business is No. 1, National Archives (Amendment) Bill 2017 - Second Stage, to be taken at 4.45 p.m., with the contribution of group spokespersons not to exceed eight minutes and those of all other Senators not to exceed five minutes; and No. 2, Private Members' business, National Minimum Wage (Removal of Sub-minimum Rates of Pay) Bill 2017 - Second Stage, to be taken on the...