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- Seanad: Order of Business (15 Nov 2017)
Jerry Buttimer: We understand that. That is why the budget is being increased. In his remarks in Cavan, the Taoiseach said our homeless figures were low by international standards. In addition, he said it was not good enough and we must turn the tide. I was standing next to him when he said it. Let us be real about this.
- Seanad: Order of Business (15 Nov 2017)
Jerry Buttimer: Senator Conway-Walsh's speeches are controlled by the head office in west Belfast. A single transferable speech is passed around.
- Seanad: Order of Business (15 Nov 2017)
Jerry Buttimer: I respect that, but I am going to give a reply to the Order of Business because it is about time some of the myths from spin merchants who have a single transferable speech from west Belfast-----
- Seanad: Order of Business (15 Nov 2017)
Jerry Buttimer: In conclusion, the Government is well aware of the issue. We are determined to resolve the problem for everybody. No one approach will work; it is a complex matter and can only be solved by solutions. I did not hear the remarks made by Eileen Gleeson on the radio today to which Senator Ruane referred.
- Seanad: Order of Business (15 Nov 2017)
Jerry Buttimer: Her remarks were badly articulated. I can only interpret what she was trying to say. In some cases, people who are homeless require myriad services and their best interaction is with the agencies who can help them. I regret the fact that she made the remarks she did. We are quick to condemn and judge a person who is trying to do her best. Senators Daly, Feighan, Gavan, Byrne and Ó...
- Seanad: Order of Business (15 Nov 2017)
Jerry Buttimer: The Senator is probably going for YouTube records at this stage but we are here to find solutions. Senator Conway raised the issue of cyclists in Dublin and I would be happy to have the Minister come to the House to address that. Senators Ó Donnghaile and Ó Céidigh mentioned the former's recent briefing. I was not at that briefing and was not in fact aware of it but I would...
- Seanad: Order of Business (15 Nov 2017)
Jerry Buttimer: -----but the facts suggest otherwise.
- Seanad: Water Services Bill 2017: Committee and Remaining Stages (15 Nov 2017)
Jerry Buttimer: Now.
- Seanad: JobPath: Motion (15 Nov 2017)
Jerry Buttimer: I wish to share time with Senator Coffey.
- Seanad: JobPath: Motion (15 Nov 2017)
Jerry Buttimer: There is a subtext to the motion and I am amused at some of the contributions. Senator Colm Burke pertinently put it. It is about offering people progression. It is people we are talking about here. When this party came into government in-----
- Seanad: JobPath: Motion (15 Nov 2017)
Jerry Buttimer: Senator Ó Clochartaigh, there are times when it would be best if you listened.
- Seanad: JobPath: Motion (15 Nov 2017)
Jerry Buttimer: Dún do bhéal agus éist.
- Seanad: JobPath: Motion (15 Nov 2017)
Jerry Buttimer: Listen, bí ag éisteacht-----
- Seanad: JobPath: Motion (15 Nov 2017)
Jerry Buttimer: I will. There are people at work today because of the Government we were part of from 2011 to 2016. Senator Gavan said he is sorry members of the Labour Party are not present. The Labour Party took responsibility by going into Government. I realise that causes angst for Senator Devine as she rolls her eyes to heaven.
- Seanad: JobPath: Motion (15 Nov 2017)
Jerry Buttimer: The reality today is that the people we represent-----
- Seanad: JobPath: Motion (15 Nov 2017)
Jerry Buttimer: I am speaking through the Chair. The people we represent and the people who benefitted from JobPath are back in employment, are being paid and are making a contribution to society. The difference between members of Sinn Féin and members of our party is that we take ourselves seriously and consider being in government a responsibility. We act on behalf of the people. It is easy to...
- Seanad: JobPath: Motion (15 Nov 2017)
Jerry Buttimer: You are fairly good at it yourself, Senator Ó Donnghaile, to be fair.
- Seanad: JobPath: Motion (15 Nov 2017)
Jerry Buttimer: I am not doing that. The issue here is the people we all represent who want to be in employment. I spent 16 years as a director of adult education. One of the best things a society can do is offer people a second chance at education and a chance to upskill and improve themselves, in whatever shape that takes. That is the philosophy I come from and uphold. I do not stand here as a member...
- Seanad: JobPath: Motion (15 Nov 2017)
Jerry Buttimer: Ar 10.30 a.m. maidin amárach.
- Seanad: Order of Business (14 Nov 2017)
Jerry Buttimer: The Order of Business is No. 1, motion re the horse and greyhound racing fund regulations 2017, referral to committee, to be taken on conclusion of the Order of Business without debate; No. 2, statements on the diaspora, to be taken at 4.45 p.m. and to conclude no later than 6.15 p.m., with the contribution of group spokespersons not to exceed eight minutes and those of all other Senators not...