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Seanad: Order of Business (Resumed) (5 Jun 2014)

Diarmuid Wilson: I join in the words of congratulation to former Senator Deirdre Clune on her election to the European Parliament. I also welcome the imminent appointment of Mr. Kevin O'Malley as the US ambassador to Ireland. It is regrettable that it took 18 months for this appointment to be made, given the relationship between this island and the United States. I congratulate Senator Barrett and Senator...

Seanad: Order of Business (Resumed) (5 Jun 2014)

Diarmuid Wilson: On a point of order, I am sorry the Leader finds himself in this position. It just goes to show the consequences of the Government putting a gun to the head of the Leader of this House.

Seanad: Order of Business (Resumed) (5 Jun 2014)

Diarmuid Wilson: It is my understanding that the Committee on Procedure and Privileges has no function-----

Seanad: Order of Business (Resumed) (5 Jun 2014)

Diarmuid Wilson: -----in determining whether somebody has a conflict of interests.

Seanad: Order of Business (Resumed) (5 Jun 2014)

Diarmuid Wilson: What is being done is both a smokescreen and a delaying tactic. It is drawing into question the character and professional and political reputation of a Member of this House.

Seanad: Order of Business (Resumed) (5 Jun 2014)

Diarmuid Wilson: The Leader should withdraw his request immediately and accept the democratic decision made by the Committee of Selection which was taken yesterday. What is happening here is disgraceful.

Seanad: Order of Business (Resumed) (5 Jun 2014)

Diarmuid Wilson: On a point of order, I have the height of respect for the Cathaoirleach and his impartiality. As Whip of the Fianna Fáil group, however, I must make it quite clear that we cannot allow the reply by the Leader to the Order of Business to continue until this matter has been resolved. I have nothing but the height of respect for the Chair, the Leader and every other Member but we cannot...

Seanad: Order of Business (Resumed) (5 Jun 2014)

Diarmuid Wilson: I apologise but, with all due respect to the Cathaoirleach, the Leader and other Members, I made it quite clear that our group will not allow the Leader to continue with his reply to the Order of Business until this very serious matter - which relates to a Member of the House - is dealt with to our satisfaction. The House and, in particular, the Member are entitled to that.

Seanad: Order of Business (10 Jun 2014)

Diarmuid Wilson: The Armagh crowd was responsible for it.

Seanad: Criminal Law (Sexual Offences) (Amendment) Bill 2014: Second Stage (10 Jun 2014)

Diarmuid Wilson: Before calling on Senator Zappone to speak, I wish to take this opportunity to welcome the Minister for Justice and Equality, Deputy Frances Fitzgerald, to the House in her new capacity. She is a familiar face in this House not only because she was Leader of the Opposition during the last Seanad, but also because she was a frequent visitor here during her time as Minister for Children and...

Seanad: Criminal Law (Sexual Offences) (Amendment) Bill 2014: Second Stage (10 Jun 2014)

Diarmuid Wilson: Before I call Senator Quinn I welcome the Minister of State, Deputy Perry, to the House.

Seanad: Criminal Law (Sexual Offences) (Amendment) Bill 2014: Second Stage (10 Jun 2014)

Diarmuid Wilson: When is it proposed to take Committee Stage?

Seanad: Criminal Law (Sexual Offences) (Amendment) Bill 2014: Second Stage (10 Jun 2014)

Diarmuid Wilson: Is that agreed? Agreed.

Seanad: Suspension of Standing Orders: Motion (10 Jun 2014)

Diarmuid Wilson: Under Standing Order 62(3)(b) I request that the division be taken again other than by electronic means.

Seanad: Order of Business (11 Jun 2014)

Diarmuid Wilson: As a teller, under Standing Order 62(3), I propose that the vote be taken by other than electronic means.

Seanad: Order Of Business (12 Jun 2014)

Diarmuid Wilson: A final sell-out.

Seanad: Order Of Business (12 Jun 2014)

Diarmuid Wilson: That is an outrageous statement. It is disgraceful.

Seanad: Order Of Business (12 Jun 2014)

Diarmuid Wilson: Sit down and stop digging.

Seanad: Order Of Business (12 Jun 2014)

Diarmuid Wilson: It was outrageous.

Seanad: Order Of Business (12 Jun 2014)

Diarmuid Wilson: Hear, hear.