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Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (30 Apr 2024)

Jerry Buttimer: Before I ask the Leader to propose a sos, cuirim fíorfháilte roimh chuairteoirí an Leas-Cheann Comhairle, an Teachta Catherine Connolly, agus roimh an Leas-Cheann Comhairle féin chuig an Seanad. I also welcome Deputy Grealish and the Claddagh Residents Association to the House.

Seanad: Visit of Malaysian Delegation (30 Apr 2024)

Jerry Buttimer: It is my distinct pleasure as Cathaoirleach to welcome to the Distinguished Visitors Gallery members of the parliamentary delegation from Malaysia, who are visiting Ireland this week. They are led by His Excellency Mr. bin Abdul, who is the Speaker of the House of Representatives. The delegates are welcome to Leinster House. I also welcome Malaysia's ambassador and thank him for his...

Seanad: Visit of Malaysian Delegation (30 Apr 2024)

Jerry Buttimer: I hope our guests enjoy their visits.

Seanad: Teachtaireacht ó Chomhchoiste - Message from Joint Committee (1 May 2024)

Jerry Buttimer: The Joint Committee on Justice has completed its consideration of a motion regarding the proposed approval by Dáil Éireann of the proposal for regulations and a directive of the European Parliament and of the Council on international protection, asylum and migration.

Seanad: Gnó an tSeanaid - Business of Seanad (1 May 2024)

Jerry Buttimer: I have received notice from the following Senators that they propose to raise the following matters: Senator John McGahon - the need for the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media to provide a dedicated funding stream for wheelchair basketball clubs. Senator Tim Lombard - the need for the Minister for Public Expenditure, National Development Plan Delivery and...

Seanad: Gnó an tSeanaid - Business of Seanad: Sports Funding (1 May 2024)

Jerry Buttimer: I thank Senator McGahon and commend Katie Byrne. Senator Lombard and I will attest to the power of the Senator's Commencement matter. The Rebel Wheelers is one such team in Cork. We have a very good friend in Conor Coughlan and his father Con. Everything the Senator said is very true and I commend him on raising the matter and for supporting wheelchair basketball clubs, especially in Cork...

Seanad: Gnó an tSeanaid - Business of Seanad: Sports Funding (1 May 2024)

Jerry Buttimer: That is a very good point. I thank the Minister of State.

Seanad: Gnó an tSeanaid - Business of Seanad (1 May 2024)

Jerry Buttimer: Before I call the Leader to outline the Order of Business, on my behalf and, I am sure, on behalf of all of us as Members of Seanad Éireann, I extend our comhghairdeachas and congratulations to the new Congressman-elect in New York, Tim Kennedy, who is a great friend of mine and of Senator Daly. Last night he won the special election for the vacant seat in the 26th District of New York....

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (1 May 2024)

Jerry Buttimer: I welcome to the Visitors Gallery the guests of our friend and colleague, Senator Mary Seery Kearney. Ceád míle fáilte.

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (1 May 2024)

Jerry Buttimer: I wish everyone a happy May Day. I thank Senator Moynihan and call Senator Daly.

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (1 May 2024)

Jerry Buttimer: It is wonderful to celebrate 25 years of Lyric FM. I have to admit I am a Marty Whelan anorak. I choose to listen to him every morning. He is a wonderful broadcaster. Senator McDowell might indulge in this; two of my other favourite presenters are Aedín Gormley and Evelyn Grant. I had the pleasure of working with the latter in RTÉ Radio Cork. She has a wonderful programme on...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (1 May 2024)

Jerry Buttimer: I thank the Senators.

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (1 May 2024)

Jerry Buttimer: Gabhaim buíochas leis an Seanadóir. Anois, glaoim ar an Treoraí le freagra a thabhairt ar ár ngnó.

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (1 May 2024)

Jerry Buttimer: An amendment to the Order of Business has been proposed by Senator Malcolm Byrne: "That No. 8 be taken before No.1." It has been seconded by Senator Casey and the Leader has indicated she is prepared to accept the amendment. Is that agreed? Agreed.

Seanad: Protection of Retail Workers Bill 2024: First Stage (1 May 2024)

Jerry Buttimer: When is it proposed to take Second Stage?

Seanad: Protection of Retail Workers Bill 2024: First Stage (1 May 2024)

Jerry Buttimer: Is that agreed? Agreed.

Seanad: Protection of Retail Workers Bill 2024: First Stage (1 May 2024)

Jerry Buttimer: I propose the suspension of the House until 12.45 p.m. Is that agreed? Agreed.

Seanad: Health (Termination of Pregnancy Services) (Safe Access Zones) Bill 2023: Report and Final Stages (1 May 2024)

Jerry Buttimer: Will the Senators claiming a division please rise?

Seanad: Health (Termination of Pregnancy Services) (Safe Access Zones) Bill 2023: Report and Final Stages (1 May 2024)

Jerry Buttimer: As fewer than five Members have risen, I declare the amendment lost. In accordance with Standing Order 61 the names of the Senators dissenting will be recorded in the Journal of the Proceedings of the Seanad.

Seanad: Health (Termination of Pregnancy Services) (Safe Access Zones) Bill 2023: Report and Final Stages (1 May 2024)

Jerry Buttimer: I do not want to interrupt the Senator but we are on amendments Nos. 3, 4 and 7 which are dealing specifically with the right to protest within 100 m of an entrance. I ask the Senator to please keep it relevant to that.