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Seanad: Order of Business (6 May 2009)

Donie Cassidy: It is important that there be balance in this respect. Those on this side of the House have as much right, or perhaps more right, as those on the other side of the House to express their views.

Seanad: Order of Business (6 May 2009)

Donie Cassidy: Senators Hannigan, Hanafin and Feeney called for a debate on the retail trade and I have no difficulty in making time available for such a debate. Senator Coghlan of the Fine Gael Party has often called for such a debate. I welcome the new pricing policy announced by one of the multiples. I can pass on to the Minister Senator Hannigan's view on the charge being imposed by the Dublin Airport...

Seanad: Order of Business (6 May 2009)

Donie Cassidy: Senator Leyden has requested a debate on ethics in politics. I will accede to such a debate as a matter of urgency.

Seanad: Order of Business (6 May 2009)

Donie Cassidy: This issue must be addressed. As Senator O'Toole correctly pointed out, the profession of politics is uplifted by persons putting their career on hold for ten, 15 or 20 years to make their expertise available to the people. This must not be overlooked. Responsible members of the media will recognise and acknowledge the contributions that have been made in this area up until now. I am...

Seanad: Order of Business (6 May 2009)

Donie Cassidy: I take it Senator Bacik is not representing the Senator. No, I believe she has joined the Labour Party. She is not a true Independent any more.

Seanad: Order of Business (6 May 2009)

Donie Cassidy: Senator Bacik called for a debate on climate change. There could be a constituency change but we will do our best after the by-election to see how we can address the climate change issue if the Senator is still with us.

Seanad: Order of Business (6 May 2009)

Donie Cassidy: Senator Healy Eames outlined to the House the need for a debate on the issue of foreign nationals and the urgent need to address the educational needs in this area in terms of the teaching of English. She spoke from the perspective of her expertise in this area. I will make time available for a debate on education in general during which this issue can be highlighted.

Seanad: Order of Business (6 May 2009)

Donie Cassidy: Senators Wilson, McDonald and Cannon raised the serious issue concerning people who have been suddenly unemployed who cannot sleep at night because they are worried they will not be able to meet their repayment commitments. Senator Wilson outlined to the House the case of an unfortunate man who purchased a truck for €120,000, had repaid more than 50% of the cost of it and then three...

Seanad: Order of Business (6 May 2009)

Donie Cassidy: -----in regard to this financial institution. Senator MacSharry called for a debate on moneylending and highlighted that moneylenders are demanding from people who have been made unemployed and who cannot make their repayments up to 150% APR. This is a serious issue. When we have a financial debate in this House we should seek unanimity in support of a proposal to park for up to 12 months...

Seanad: Bord Bia: Motion (6 May 2009)

Donie Cassidy: I move: That the proposal that Seanad Éireann approves the following Order in draft: An Bord Bia (Transfer of Functions of An Bord Iascaigh Mhara relating to Fish Marketing) Order 2009, a copy of which Order in draft was laid before Seanad Éireann on 1 May 2009, be referred to the Joint Committee on Agriculture, Fisheries and Food in accordance with paragraph (1) (Seanad) of the Orders of...

Seanad: Companies (Amendment) Bill 2009: Order for Second Stage (6 May 2009)

Donie Cassidy: I move: "That Second Stage be taken today."

Seanad: Order of Business (7 May 2009)

Donie Cassidy: The Order of Business is No. 1, Companies (Amendment) Bill 2009 - Second Stage (resumed), to be taken at the conclusion of the Order of Business, with spokespersons having 15 minutes and all other Senators eight minutes. Senators may share time by agreement of the House.

Seanad: Order of Business (7 May 2009)

Donie Cassidy: We cannot mention names.

Seanad: Order of Business (7 May 2009)

Donie Cassidy: We cannot mention names in the House.

Seanad: Order of Business (7 May 2009)

Donie Cassidy: It is called a family commitment.

Seanad: Order of Business (7 May 2009)

Donie Cassidy: Senators Twomey, O'Toole, Hannigan, MacSharry, Coghlan and Walsh welcomed all candidates in the forthcoming elections. People who stop their lives for five, ten or 20 years to make themselves available to the people are to be congratulated for their courage and commitment. We wish all candidates well in the forthcoming elections, including the long-standing former Senator, Paschal Mooney,...

Seanad: Order of Business (7 May 2009)

Donie Cassidy: I am merely giving balance. From the Opposition's point of view, 80% is not a bad percentage.

Seanad: Order of Business (7 May 2009)

Donie Cassidy: We look forward to debating issues on the doorsteps with the electorate. They will decide. Every country has been touched by the ravages of the current downturn. We are no different. We are an open and small economy and are probably worst hit in that regard. We are also the economy which can come back the quickest. I look forward to the rebound starting in the United States. We are...

Seanad: Order of Business (7 May 2009)

Donie Cassidy: I also put on the record of the House that our colleagues in the Green Party and the Progressive Democrats-----

Seanad: Order of Business (7 May 2009)

Donie Cassidy: -----have been excellent. Senator Buttimer's party benefited more than we did in that regard.