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Seanad: Decentralisation Programme: Motion. (2 Jun 2004)

John Minihan: ——and a sensible resolution will be found to it. I welcome the fact that this debate is taking place. It is necessary that we have a report and an update. We must give reassurances that the system being put in place by the Government will work. People applying for these moves and those in fear of being forced to move must be reassured that the necessary support mechanisms to help them...

Seanad: Decentralisation Programme: Motion. (2 Jun 2004)

John Minihan: 1922.

Seanad: Decentralisation Programme: Motion. (2 Jun 2004)

John Minihan: His time is up.

Seanad: Decentralisation Programme: Motion. (2 Jun 2004)

John Minihan: Is the Senator against the motion?

Seanad: Decentralisation Programme: Motion. (2 Jun 2004)

John Minihan: Is Senator Bannon for or against the motion? I am confused.

Seanad: Decentralisation Programme: Motion. (2 Jun 2004)

John Minihan: He could go to either the crèche or the cell.

Seanad: Order of Business. (15 Jun 2004)

John Minihan: I congratulate everyone who succeeded in the recent local elections. More importantly, I congratulate everyone who partook in the local elections regardless of the result, both the candidates and the public at large for coming out in such large numbers. It is a great test of one's calibre to put oneself before one's community and peers to face an electorate. It is very easy for those who do...

Seanad: Order of Business. (15 Jun 2004)

John Minihan: Senator Bannon should put his salary on the Paddy Power slip.

Seanad: Order of Business. (16 Jun 2004)

John Minihan: Will Senator Hayes act as chair at the Forum?

Seanad: Housing (Stage Payments) Bill 2004: Second Stage. (16 Jun 2004)

John Minihan: I welcome and congratulate Senator Coghlan's initiative in introducing this Private Members' Bill. I have spoken to the Senator on this matter on a number of occasions outside the House and was surprised that the Bill was moved so quickly. I would have liked to have had further discussions prior to its introduction. Having experienced stage payments in County Cork, where the scheme is normal...

Seanad: Order of Business. (22 Jun 2004)

John Minihan: I too wish to be associated with the remarks of previous speakers in congratulating the Taoiseach and the Government on its Presidency of the EU. This was highlighted over the weekend, when again great credit was brought to this small nation on the European stage. The Taoiseach deserves warm congratulations from everybody. It is good that we can fulfil the message and mission statement of...

Seanad: Order of Business. (22 Jun 2004)

John Minihan: I think I was the one who said it was childish.

Seanad: Order of Business. (24 Jun 2004)

John Minihan: Is the Senator a candidate?

Seanad: Central Bank and Financial Services Authority of Ireland Bill 2003: Report and Final Stages. (24 Jun 2004)

John Minihan: Next Tuesday at 2.30 p.m.

Seanad: Maritime Safety Bill 2004: Second Stage. (30 Jun 2004)

John Minihan: I, too, join previous speakers in welcoming the Minister to the House and welcoming this legislation. I have an interest in this issue. In January of this year I wrote to the Secretary General of the Department regarding my concerns about safety on water, particularly in the area of powerboats. I am pleased that the response to my letter may be in the form of a Bill, considering that I did...

Seanad: Maritime Safety Bill 2004: Second Stage. (30 Jun 2004)

John Minihan: From the State's perspective a huge debt of gratitude is owed to those who do this voluntary work. I am concerned the legislation does not go far enough. A balance must be struck between over-regulation and making the waters available for everyone's use. Unfortunately, a degree of irresponsibility on our waters is evident, particularly during the summer months, with persons with little or no...

Seanad: Maritime Safety Bill 2004: Second Stage. (30 Jun 2004)

John Minihan: I welcome the Bill as it corrects inadequacies that existed. More consideration needs to be given to the responsibility of those authorised in ensuring water safety. Should third party and comprehensive insurance be linked for those who have a national powerboat and safety certificates? Should such certificates and age restrictions be linked to horsepower usage? These issues will be the next...

Seanad: Barron Report: Statements. (7 Jul 2004)

John Minihan: I welcome the Minister to the House and compliment Senator Jim Walsh on his most informative contribution, which certainly provided great insight into the workings of the sub-committee and the thought processes that led to its conclusions. I obviously welcome the opportunity to speak on Mr. Justice Barron's report on the Dublin and Monaghan bombings of 1974. Even after 30 years, these...

Seanad: EU Presidency: Motion. (7 Jul 2004)

John Minihan: I am delighted to support this motion. I, too, congratulate the Government on the outstanding efforts it has made over the past six months. It is interesting to note that, just six months ago, people were saying agreement on a new constitution for Europe was impossible and that the sides were too far apart. Among those who offered advice on this matter was the editor of the Sunday...

Seanad: Order of Business. (13 Jul 2004)

John Minihan: I too would like to join previous speakers, particularly Senator Norris, in seeking a debate on the Middle East. If this cannot be facilitated tomorrow perhaps it could be facilitated early in the next session. Given the lengthy debate we have had in the House on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and the wall being built by the Israelis, the recent judgment of the International Court of...