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Seanad: Special Educational Needs: Statements (14 Jun 2011)

Maurice Cummins: Is that agreed? Agreed.

Seanad: Death of Former Minister: Expressions of Sympathy (15 Jun 2011)

Maurice Cummins: I indicated yesterday that we would pay a brief tribute to the late Brian Lenihan today. I suggest that each party or group leader be given a maximum of five minutes in which to speak. I was deeply saddened to learn last Friday that Deputy Brian Lenihan had died. He was a man of great intellect and integrity. He was totally committed to public service. He bore his illness with courage and...

Seanad: Order of Business (15 Jun 2011)

Maurice Cummins: The Order of Business is No. 1, Criminal Justice (Female Genital Mutilation) Bill 2011 - Committee and Remaining Stages, to be taken at the conclusion of the Order of Business and conclude not later than 1.30 p.m; No. 2, Finance (No. 2) Bill 2011 (Certified Money Bill) - Second Stage, to be taken at 2.30 p.m. and conclude not later than 5.30 p.m., with the contributions of spokespersons not...

Seanad: Order of Business (15 Jun 2011)

Maurice Cummins: Senator Darragh O'Brien referred to water charges. The Minister did make a statement on that matter, but I am afraid that I cannot add anything further. We will try to seek further clarification from him but I cannot add to what he has already stated. I am sure the 0.6% pension levy will be raised under the Finance (No. 2) Bill which will be taken today. Senator Mark Daly raised an issue...

Seanad: Order of Business (15 Jun 2011)

Maurice Cummins: We are not having a debate, but I am only repeating what Mr. Frank Daly of NAMA said yesterday. I cannot add to that. I compliment Senator Zappone on her maiden speech. I can assure her that her respect for diversity is, and will continue to be, shared by all Members of the House. We look forward to the Private Members' motion this evening. Senator Mullen made a number of points concerning...

Seanad: Business of Seanad (15 Jun 2011)

Maurice Cummins: As the Minister is not here yet, I propose we suspend for ten minutes.

Seanad: Seanad Reform: Motion (15 Jun 2011)

Maurice Cummins: The amendment seeks to refer changes in Seanad procedures to the Committee on Procedure and Privileges, but it is not in any way kicking this motion to touch. The reason we are suggesting that it be considered by the CPP is to put structure on the proposals upon which we agree. I totally agree with them. It is, therefore, a matter of putting the proper structures in place to enable the...

Seanad: Seanad Reform: Motion (15 Jun 2011)

Maurice Cummins: With the permission of the proposers of the motion, I propose that this debate be rolled over to next week. A number of Senators wish to contribute to the debate and will not get the opportunity to do so if we conclude the debate at 7.30 p.m. I propose that another hour be provided next Tuesday to allow people an opportunity to speak.

Seanad: Seanad Reform: Motion (15 Jun 2011)

Maurice Cummins: That is not true.

Seanad: Seanad Reform: Motion (15 Jun 2011)

Maurice Cummins: That is not true.

Seanad: Seanad Reform: Motion (15 Jun 2011)

Maurice Cummins: The debate on the motion will be resumed and brought to a conclusion on Tuesday next. I hope we will see action being taken on the motion.

Seanad: Criminal Justice (Amendment) Act 2009: Motion (15 Jun 2011)

Maurice Cummins: I move: That Seanad Éireann resolves that section 8 of the Criminal Justice (Amendment) Act 2009 (No. 32 of 2009) shall continue in operation for the period beginning on 1st July, 2011 and ending on 29th June, 2012.

Seanad: Criminal Justice (Amendment) Act 2009: Motion (15 Jun 2011)

Maurice Cummins: Ar 10.30 maidin amárach.

Seanad: Order of Business (16 Jun 2011)

Maurice Cummins: The Order of Business is: No. 1, motion regarding speaking time on Private Members' business, to be taken without debate; Nos. 2 to 6, motions concerning the establishment of committees and certain amendments to Standing Orders relating to the procedure within those committees, as set out in the Order Paper, to be taken without debate; No. 7, statements on the fair deal nursing home support...

Seanad: Order of Business (16 Jun 2011)

Maurice Cummins: The Leader of the Opposition referred to the 100 day milestone, a matter mentioned and discussed by a number of Members today. I am glad that Senator Terry Leyden has noted that the first 100 days have passed and that he recognises the Government will go the full length without doubt.

Seanad: Order of Business (16 Jun 2011)

Maurice Cummins: I am pleased to note his confidence in the Government.

Seanad: Order of Business (16 Jun 2011)

Maurice Cummins: I assure Senator Darragh O'Brien the Government is engaged in ongoing negotiations on the interest rate reductions which it will continue in a balanced way. Senator Ivana Bacik referred to the burning of the bondholders. Senator Darragh O'Brien also referred to the Croke Park deal, on which significant progress has taken place, on which I compliment everyone concerned. As the Fianna Fáil...

Seanad: Order of Business (16 Jun 2011)

Maurice Cummins: A lot more remains to be done in that regard.

Seanad: Order of Business (16 Jun 2011)

Maurice Cummins: We held a debate in the House last night on law and order and a resolution concerning the Criminal Justice (Amendment) Act 2009. The Minister is strong on law and order. He moved a resolution dealing with section 8 which was renewed last night. He has also given a firm commitment that if further legislation is necessary to combat this appalling crime, he will address the matter. For now...

Seanad: Order of Business (16 Jun 2011)

Maurice Cummins: He is flying high. We will also examine the question of Terminal 2. Senator Fidelma Healy Eames raised the important issue of job creation and the serious problem of banks not lending to companies. There is a credit review mechanism in place for the banks. I suggest the company in question take up the matter in that context.