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Joint Committee on Tourism, Culture, Arts, Sport And Media: Transparency of RTÉ Expenditure of Public Funds and Governance Issues: Discussion (28 Jun 2023)

Malcolm Byrne: Okay. I am regular attendee and I want to get to these because it is important as to where RTÉ goes forward. I share a belief in the importance of good public sector broadcasting. RTÉ needs to come out of this being transparent and accountable. My first question follows on from Senator Warfield's question on possible other contractual relationships outside of RTÉ. Do you...

Joint Committee on Tourism, Culture, Arts, Sport And Media: Transparency of RTÉ Expenditure of Public Funds and Governance Issues: Discussion (28 Jun 2023)

Malcolm Byrne: Specifically - I think Mr. Lynch might be the best one to respond - I ask about the register of interests and the Patrick Kielty arrangement, because it is in his best interest as well. Will there will be confidence in "The Late Late Show" brand?

Joint Committee on Tourism, Culture, Arts, Sport And Media: Transparency of RTÉ Expenditure of Public Funds and Governance Issues: Discussion (28 Jun 2023)

Malcolm Byrne: If Patrick Kielty is not opposed, RTÉ is happy to publish the entire arrangement around "The Late Late Show". Okay.

Joint Committee on Tourism, Culture, Arts, Sport And Media: Transparency of RTÉ Expenditure of Public Funds and Governance Issues: Discussion (28 Jun 2023)

Malcolm Byrne: Yes, recent weeks.

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Climate Change Policy (27 Jun 2023)

Malcolm Byrne: Cuirim fáilte roimh an Aire Stáit. We have had the two Malcolms mixed up and referred to as each other in the past. I will raise a question regarding what, in the past, might have been regarded as a once-in-100-year climate or weather event but which, unfortunately, as the Minister of State and I know, is happening far more frequently. Last weekend, we saw freak rain and hail...

Seanad: Nithe i dtosach suíonna - Commencement Matters: Climate Change Policy (27 Jun 2023)

Malcolm Byrne: I thank the Minister of State. I want to praise the local authorities for their response in every case, often under very difficult circumstances. We need to have a much greater awareness on the ground of the kind of supports that exist, almost a one-stop-shop, to be able to move in as quickly as possible. As part of a whole-of-government approach I have become increasingly concerned, for...

Seanad: Address to Seanad Éireann by H.E. Maura Healey, Governor of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts (27 Jun 2023)

Malcolm Byrne: It is wonderful to have the governor here. I know she is very proud of her Ballinasloe, Cork and Kerry connections. As I mentioned before, I am from Wexford, the home of that little known Massachusetts political family, the Kennedys. Sixty years ago, John F. Kennedy came here and inspired people. I thank the governor for coming on this trip to inspire people. What she has done to inspire...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (21 Jun 2023)

Malcolm Byrne: I will start by agreeing with the remarks of Senator Flynn. I also agree with Senator Clonan. It is really important, more than ever, that we as a country continue to show a welcome to those who are seeking refuge, in some cases from horrific conditions. Part of what is important is that we also talk about the horrific conditions from which these people are fleeing. There are many who...

Seanad: Criminal Justice (Incitement to Violence or Hatred and Hate Offences) Bill 2022: Second Stage (Resumed) (21 Jun 2023)

Malcolm Byrne: I welcome the Minister to the Chamber and congratulate her. I want to support the Bill. I think it is necessary to address the challenges of hate crime and incitement to hatred in Ireland. There are some concerns, however, and they have been reflected by colleagues already. Senator Clonan spoke about some of them. Second Stage is the opportunity during the legislative process to talk...

Seanad: Criminal Justice (Incitement to Violence or Hatred and Hate Offences) Bill 2022: Second Stage (Resumed) (21 Jun 2023)

Malcolm Byrne: My point is valid. You have to be consistent in your point of view. My challenge on this issue is because you are dealing with two competing rights, both of which are exceptionally important rights. We do need to introduce an aggravated offence when it comes to hatred because the purpose of law is ultimately to favour the victim. It is very clear that we have hate crime and hate speech in...

Joint Committee on Tourism, Culture, Arts, Sport And Media: Inclusion in Sport: Discussion (21 Jun 2023)

Malcolm Byrne: I thank all of our witnesses for their testimony and for the great work they do. I ask them to forgive me as I will need to leave shortly. The reason I am looking at the screen is because I am meant to be speaking in the Seanad on the hate crime and hate speech legislation. This relates to the question I want to ask. The witnesses may be aware that the committee produced a report on abuse...

Joint Committee on Tourism, Culture, Arts, Sport And Media: Inclusion in Sport: Discussion (21 Jun 2023)

Malcolm Byrne: What specific actions should be taken from a policy perspective?

Joint Committee on Tourism, Culture, Arts, Sport And Media: Inclusion in Sport: Discussion (21 Jun 2023)

Malcolm Byrne: I am conscious that I have to run. I can empathise with Mr. Walsh's story. In tackling discrimination, it is important that we do not forget rural areas. The focus cannot only be on urban centres.

Joint Committee on Tourism, Culture, Arts, Sport And Media: Inclusion in Sport: Discussion (21 Jun 2023)

Malcolm Byrne: I have received a message. I will lose my speaking slot so I apologise.

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (20 Jun 2023)

Malcolm Byrne: Last weekend, the Association of Irish Musical Societies held its annual awards ceremony. We know the positive impact active musical societies make in all our communities. I will pay particular tribute to the winners of the overall show, namely, Gorey Musical Society.

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (20 Jun 2023)

Malcolm Byrne: Gorey Musical Society is my hometown musical society. It has had a number of successes over the years and has won a number of awards. We should recognise musical societies all over the country for the contribution they make. It was also appropriate that the winner of the best musical director award was Fintan Cleary of the Wexford Light Opera Society. Mr. Cleary sadly passed away since...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (20 Jun 2023)

Malcolm Byrne: There were some throwaway references to admirals. I do not see any admirals speaking on the programme.

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (20 Jun 2023)

Malcolm Byrne: It is important that we respect the office of the President. If, however, the President oversteps with his remarks, he deserves to be criticised.

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (31 May 2023)

Malcolm Byrne: I welcome the announcement by the Minister for Health, Deputy Stephen Donnelly, that he is going to proceed with legislation that will prohibit the sale of vapes and vaping products to anybody under the age of 18. While I understand that there is a bit of a pause waiting for agreement at European level on some of the issues around plain packaging and so on, Ireland should become a lead in...