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Seanad: Appointments to Semi-State Bodies: Motion. (10 Mar 2004)

Mary O'Rourke: That would be extraordinary. I saw the "Prime Time" programme last week, which was delightful and in which Senator Ross had a hand in progressing. I noticed that the gentleman of whom I spoke, the chairman of the ESB, was more than able for the interviewer, Donogh Diamond. I am glad to have the opportunity to explain that to be a member of a political party is not a sin. I regard it rather as...

Seanad: Appointments to Semi-State Bodies: Motion. (10 Mar 2004)

Mary O'Rourke: I will give way to allow others contribute.

Seanad: Appointments to Semi-State Bodies: Motion. (10 Mar 2004)

Mary O'Rourke: Fair dues to the Senator.

Seanad: Appointments to Semi-State Bodies: Motion. (10 Mar 2004)

Mary O'Rourke: And to Europe.

Seanad: Appointments to Semi-State Bodies: Motion. (10 Mar 2004)

Mary O'Rourke: What boards was the Senator on?

Seanad: Appointments to Semi-State Bodies: Motion. (10 Mar 2004)

Mary O'Rourke: Yes.

Seanad: Appointments to Semi-State Bodies: Motion. (10 Mar 2004)

Mary O'Rourke: Tomorrow at 10.30 a.m.

Seanad: Order of Business. (11 Mar 2004)

Mary O'Rourke: The Order of Business is No. 1, motion concerning the referral to the Joint Committee on Finance and the Public Service of the subject matter of No. 19 on today's Order Paper. It concerns data protection regulations. Sometimes I do no know whether I should read the accompanying explanation and be accused that it is on the Order Paper or not read it and be accused of being sparse. The item...

Seanad: Order of Business. (11 Mar 2004)

Mary O'Rourke: That is true. No. 2 is the Garda Síochána Bill 2004 — Second Stage (resumed) to conclude not later than 12 noon, with the contributions of Members not to exceed ten minutes, Members may share time and the Minister to be called upon to reply not later than ten minutes before the conclusion of Second Stage; and No. 3, the Civil Liability and Courts Bill 2004 — Order for Second Stage and...

Seanad: Order of Business. (11 Mar 2004)

Mary O'Rourke: Senator Brian Hayes referred to the Madrid atrocity. It was a grievous crime and we have learned that over 130 people have died. I understand that the death toll may rise even further. It would be a matter for the Cathaoirleach but I ask on behalf of all the parties that there be a minute's silence at the end of the Order of Business. That would be very appropriate.

Seanad: Order of Business. (11 Mar 2004)

Mary O'Rourke: I thank the Cathaoirleach. We are comrades in Europe with the Spanish and we have, in historical terms, been comrades with them for many years. We are also comrades with them in peace. This was a terrible atrocity. Senator Brian Hayes also referred to ETA and the visitors rights accorded to its representatives when they attend the Ard-Fheis of a particular party. That is very wrong. This...

Seanad: Order of Business. (11 Mar 2004)

Mary O'Rourke: I am aware of that. Senator Norris raised the issue of asylum seekers and the issue of Guantanamo Bay. I am sure Senator Glynn suffered personal anguish this morning until he got in contact with his son in Madrid because one would immediately think of one's son or daughter being on that train. There must have been a series of bombs since the House began in session. Senator O'Meara spoke on...

Seanad: Order of Business. (11 Mar 2004)

Mary O'Rourke: Fine Gael has to get itself a candidate. We have a candidate and she is there already.

Seanad: Order of Business. (11 Mar 2004)

Mary O'Rourke: Senator Feighan raised the issue of the threats to the Craigavon police board. That is just awful, there are threats everywhere these days. Senator Paddy Burke wished to have a debate on the reports by the Marine Casualty Investigation Board and the Regional Fisheries Board.

Seanad: Order of Business. (11 Mar 2004)

Mary O'Rourke: I wish to bring to the attention of Members that the week after next the Finance Bill and the Social Welfare (No. 2) Bill will be coming before the House.

Seanad: Garda Síochána Bill 2004: Second Stage (Resumed). (11 Mar 2004)

Mary O'Rourke: It is difficult to return to a debate when so much has happened in the interim. Last week I commended the Minister on his handling of the Bill. There has been a growing acceptance of many of the points which he put forward in it. There has been much comment this morning on the proposed constitutional amendment in relation to asylum seekers. However, that is a another day's debate. The Bill...

Seanad: Garda Síochána Bill 2004: Second Stage (Resumed). (11 Mar 2004)

Mary O'Rourke: I understand the Minister will be taking the next Bill in the House and it is proposed to extend this debate by 15 minutes, if that is in order, which means the Minister will be called on to reply at 12.05 p.m. rather than 11.50 a.m. That should give sufficient time to allow other speakers contribute.

Seanad: Order of Business. (23 Mar 2004)

Mary O'Rourke: The Order of Business is No. 1, Social Welfare (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2004 — Second Stage, to be taken at the conclusion of the Order of Business and to conclude not later than 6 p.m., with contributions of spokespersons not to exceed 15 minutes, those of other Senators not to exceed ten minutes, Members may share time and the Minister to be called upon to reply not later than ten...

Seanad: Order of Business. (23 Mar 2004)

Mary O'Rourke: The Leader of the Opposition, Senator Brian Hayes, raised the whole school evaluation process, which is completely different from the league tables. This point was echoed by another speaker. The Minister for Education and Science, Deputy Noel Dempsey, is taking a broad view, which should be welcomed. Parents will have a greater say in the running and accountability of the school. We will seek...

Seanad: Order of Business. (23 Mar 2004)

Mary O'Rourke: We will have to invent a moveable platform. Senator Ryan spoke about the unthinkable act of taking money from widows. We will hear what the Minister has to say today, which will be very useful. The issue of terrorism in Palestine was also raised. There was a debate on the matter on the radio as I travelled to Dublin early this morning. It was mind boggling. It is as if the Israelis are...