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Seanad: Order of Business (Resumed) (30 Nov 2010)

Donie Cassidy: If we generate growth in the coming year or two, irrespective of who is in power, many options will be available to the Government of the day. However, we must get growth going. That is what all the small and medium-sized enterprises, the self-employed and the families business are saying. Will the money we will receive generate growth? That is the simple question the people want answered...

Seanad: Order of Business (Resumed) (30 Nov 2010)

Donie Cassidy: Senator Buttimer called for a debate on the future of the European Union and asked for a change in Standing Orders to allow Professor Honohan to address the House. As the Cathaoirleach correctly said, that is a matter for the Committee on Procedure and Privileges. If any Member wishes to bring a matter before that committee, it will be dealt with by the Cathaoirleach. I join Senator Mooney...

Seanad: National Recovery Plan 2011-2014: Motion (30 Nov 2010)

Donie Cassidy: At 10.30 a.m. tomorrow.

Seanad: Order of Business (1 Dec 2010)

Donie Cassidy: The Order of Business is No. 1, Prevention of Corruption (Amendment) Bill 2008 - Committee and Remaining Stages, to be taken at the conclusion of the Order of Business; No. 2, Communications Regulation (Postal Services) Bill 2010 - Committee and Remaining Stages, to be taken at 2.30 p.m. and adjourn at 5 p.m., if not previously concluded; and No. 34, Private Members' motion No. 17 on the...

Seanad: Order of Business (1 Dec 2010)

Donie Cassidy: There is a time limit.

Seanad: Order of Business (1 Dec 2010)

Donie Cassidy: Only one microphone at a time.

Seanad: Order of Business (1 Dec 2010)

Donie Cassidy: Senators Fitzgerald, O'Toole, Prendergast, Boyle, Dearey, Buttimer, Hannigan and Cummins congratulated the Garda and the members of the Defence Forces on their vigilance and on the interception of the explosive device being carried in a car. There is no place for such activity in our country. As Senator Dearey said, it is of the utmost importance that we uphold all aspects of the Good...

Seanad: Order of Business (1 Dec 2010)

Donie Cassidy: Senator Boyle and others asked about the mental health Bill due to come before the House. I have no difficulty with that. We will have a meeting on forthcoming legislation tomorrow and following that I hope to have up to date information on what legislation will come before the House before Christmas, taking into consideration the various events over the past ten days. I will update the...

Seanad: Order of Business (1 Dec 2010)

Donie Cassidy: It is a matter for Fine Gael and perhaps Senator Norris should discuss it with the Fine Gael leader who can update him better than I can. Senator Callely raised the issue of Seanad reform.

Seanad: Order of Business (1 Dec 2010)

Donie Cassidy: We have a successful format here where colleagues can discuss issues with their leaders. Whips can also discuss with leaders the difficulties and proposals of Members. Then we can discuss those issues at the Committee on Procedure and Privileges.

Seanad: Order of Business (1 Dec 2010)

Donie Cassidy: Senator Norris held a responsible position when he was a leader. I have no doubt he will be the future leader of his group when Senator O'Toole resigns.

Seanad: Order of Business (1 Dec 2010)

Donie Cassidy: All groups submitted their proposals on Seanad reform to the Minister and it now on his desk. I presume that if an individual wants to make a proposal regarding Seanad reform before the White Paper is published, the Minister will consider it. Senator Callely asked me to find out the number of temporary licences granted to local radio stations. He also spoke about Christmas FM and the holy...

Seanad: Order of Business (1 Dec 2010)

Donie Cassidy: Once the Order of Business concludes I will speak with the leaders about the timeframe for the debate. I have left the entire day aside for it and if more time is required, we will resume the debate next week.

Seanad: Order of Business (1 Dec 2010)

Donie Cassidy: Senator Keaveney called for a debate on analogue and digital television signals. I have no difficulty in arranging time for that matter. She also called for a debate on corruption in sport. I will see what I can do to facilitate such a debate. Senator Bacik sought a debate on prisons, an issue which we debated last week, and outlined her strong views on the matter. Yesterday I made a...

Seanad: Order of Business (1 Dec 2010)

Donie Cassidy: Senator Cummins spoke about the Garda National Immigration Bureau and the length of time it takes to deal with social welfare fraud. I will pass his views on to the Minister for Justice and Law Reform for a response. Senators Hannigan and Ó Murchú spoke about maintaining standards and the quality of debate in the Upper House. I am sure we all would agree with their comments. In fairness...

Seanad: Order of Business (1 Dec 2010)

Donie Cassidy: We will take Committee Stage until 5 p.m.

Seanad: Order of Business (1 Dec 2010)

Donie Cassidy: Yes.

Seanad: Prevention of Corruption (Amendment) Bill 2008: Committee Stage (Resumed). (1 Dec 2010)

Donie Cassidy: Now.

Seanad: Prevention of Corruption (Amendment) Bill 2008: Committee Stage (Resumed). (1 Dec 2010)

Donie Cassidy: We will take Report Stage at 7 p.m.

Seanad: Prevention of Corruption (Amendment) Bill 2008: Committee Stage (Resumed). (1 Dec 2010)

Donie Cassidy: I propose that Report Stage be taken at 7 p.m.