Results 1,301-1,320 of 1,714 for speaker:John Dardis
- Seanad: Immigration Bill 2004 [Seanad Bill amended by the Dáil]: Report and Final Stages. (11 Feb 2004)
John Dardis: Yes. The changes are minimal which leads us to the contentious area, paragraph 6 of the First Schedule: Profound mental disturbance, that is to say, manifest conditions of psychotic disturbance with agitation, delirium, hallucinations or confusion. There must be a provision that allows people at the ports to deal with those who are violent or pose a threat to themselves or others by virtue of...
- Seanad: Order of Business. (11 Feb 2004)
John Dardis: It is not to be moved yet.
- Seanad: Order of Business. (5 Feb 2004)
John Dardis: I know it is unusual but I am sure I will be allowed some latitude to acknowledge the debt this country owes to John Hume and to acknowledge the contribution he has made to peace on this island. He has been a champion of democratic politics at a time when it was extremely difficult to be one. He was quite single-minded about that and in ensuring peace would be brought to this island. He is a...
- Seanad: An Bord Bia (Amendment) Bill 2003: Committee and Remaining Stages. (4 Feb 2004)
John Dardis: I thank the Minister and his officials and wish the new board and everyone associated with Bord Bia well. They have a very important task. This is a flagship for the country. The welfare of many producers depends on our success as an exporting food nation. This is a matter of crucial importance and I know that under the Bill the horticultural industry will be adequately protected. I hope the...
- Seanad: An Bord Bia (Amendment) Bill 2003: Committee and Remaining Stages. (4 Feb 2004)
John Dardis: I apologise for the fact that I could not contribute on Second Stage. I had serious concerns that horticulture might not be adequately represented and I was disappointed at the loss of An Bord Glas to Bord Bia. However, I can understand why it should happen. Amendment No. 4 appears to contradict amendment No. 2. If adopted, the section would have to state that the provision is subject to 3A....
- Seanad: An Bord Bia (Amendment) Bill 2003: Committee and Remaining Stages. (4 Feb 2004)
John Dardis: It does.
- Seanad: An Bord Bia (Amendment) Bill 2003: Committee and Remaining Stages. (4 Feb 2004)
John Dardis: Yes.
- Seanad: An Bord Bia (Amendment) Bill 2003: Committee and Remaining Stages. (4 Feb 2004)
John Dardis: No wonder the new book on grammar is a bestseller.
- Seanad: An Bord Bia (Amendment) Bill 2003: Committee and Remaining Stages. (4 Feb 2004)
John Dardis: I cannot understand the reason for this amendment. Under the terms of section 18 (a)(3A), provision has been made for two persons. I note that the original amendment sought to reduce the number from two to one. I cannot understand that; one could not exclude the food industry. The horticulture industry is safeguarded under the terms of the Bill. The food industry is synonymous with...
- Seanad: An Bord Bia (Amendment) Bill 2003: Committee and Remaining Stages. (4 Feb 2004)
John Dardis: The first words of section 18 state: "Section 14 of the Principal Act is amended- ".
- Seanad: An Bord Bia (Amendment) Bill 2003: Committee and Remaining Stages. (4 Feb 2004)
John Dardis: He is about to dig in.
- Seanad: Immigration Bill 2004: Second Stage. (30 Jan 2004)
John Dardis: I welcome the Minister of State, Deputy Brian Lenihan. I wish to be brief, but a couple of important issues arise. In his introductory speech, the Minister of State referred to the State's responsibility and duty of care to its citizens. Citizens have rights non-citizens do not share, which is as it should be. The State has a duty to protect itself and its citizens. The question then arises...
- Seanad: Immigration Bill 2004: Second Stage. (30 Jan 2004)
John Dardis: As I believe a reasonable balance exists, I support the Bill.
- Seanad: Immigration Bill 2004: Second Stage. (30 Jan 2004)
John Dardis: Now.
- Seanad: Order of Business. (30 Jan 2004)
John Dardis: The Order of Business is No. 1, Immigration Bill 2004, all Stages to be taken today, to conclude not later than 2 p.m., with the contributions of spokespersons on Second Stage not to exceed ten minutes and all other speakers not to exceed eight minutes.
- Seanad: Order of Business. (30 Jan 2004)
John Dardis: All Stages.
- Seanad: Order of Business. (30 Jan 2004)
John Dardis: Almost all the contributions have been on the one subject. Senators Finucane, O'Toole, Tuffy, Terry, Norris, Jim Walsh and Henry have all spoken on the Immigration Bill 2004. I agree with you, a Chathaoirligh, that it is not appropriate to debate the Bill on the Order of Business, and I do not intend to do so. However, the explanatory and financial memorandum to the Bill states "The purpose...
- Seanad: Order of Business. (30 Jan 2004)
John Dardis: I have listened to what the Opposition Members have had to say. Furthermore, it is not right just to use the term "mental disorder" in isolation. The amendment specifically qualifies that and refers to "mental disorder within the meaning of subsections (1)(a) and (2) of section 3 of the Mental Health Act 2001", which was a much narrower definition than the one that is being suggested to us....
- Seanad: Order of Business. (30 Jan 2004)
John Dardis: The amount of legislation that has come from the Minister to this House has been quite substantial, relative to other Departments.
- Seanad: Order of Business. (30 Jan 2004)
John Dardis: I still intend to put that on the record. As to the provenance of any document from outside the House, I have no control over that. I suggest that we should have a sos for 20 minutes after Second Stage to allow Senators who have tabled amendments to review the position prior to Committee Stage. It is still our intention to conclude by 2 o'clock. I accept what Senator Mooney said â it is...