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Seanad: Second Interim Report of the Tribunal of Inquiry into Certain Planning Matters and Payments: Statements. (12 Nov 2002)

Paul Coghlan: I appreciate that, Sir.

Seanad: Second Interim Report of the Tribunal of Inquiry into Certain Planning Matters and Payments: Statements. (12 Nov 2002)

Paul Coghlan: I welcome the Minister of State, Deputy Noel Ahern, to the House. I compliment the Minister for the Environment and Local Government on his speech. We can all subscribe to his comments when he describes the report as a highly significant contribution to Irish public and political life. In the preface to the interim report Mr. Justice Flood refers to the Brennan and McGowan module, the Century...

Seanad: Order of Business. (13 Nov 2002)

Paul Coghlan: I am glad the birds may still have the trees on O'Connell Street. Recently—

Seanad: Order of Business. (13 Nov 2002)

Paul Coghlan: —and a former member of this House, the late Senator Costello—

Seanad: Order of Business. (13 Nov 2002)

Paul Coghlan: No, the man we transferred to the other House.

Seanad: Order of Business. (13 Nov 2002)

Paul Coghlan: I thank the Cathaoirleach for saving me from the opposite benches. There is some concern that the Government might be about to sell off the family silver, so to speak. Recently, the Minister of State at the Department of Finance announced a State audit of property, which is timely and overdue, and I do not disagree with that at all. However, I have a question for the Leader arising from this....

Seanad: Order of Business. (13 Nov 2002)

Paul Coghlan: —handshakes and that kind of thing.

Seanad: Order of Business. (13 Nov 2002)

Paul Coghlan: I leave that to the discretion of the Leader. If she thinks fit it would be good. I thank the Cathaoirleach for his guidance on the matter. We should have the Minister of State in the House to enlighten us further.

Seanad: Tourism Industry: Statements (Resumed). (13 Nov 2002)

Paul Coghlan: I warmly welcome the Minister to the House. This is his first appearance in the House in his new capacity and I wish him well. I thank him for his thoughtful contribution and overview of the tourism industry. There have been major problems in the industry following the events of 11 September and the foot and mouth disease outbreak. There is no doubt the industry suffered a serious reverse...

Seanad: Tourism Industry: Statements (Resumed). (13 Nov 2002)

Paul Coghlan: There are other jewels in the crown in Kerry. One which is dear to my heart and of which the Minister is aware is Killarney Golf and Fishing Club. Senator Daly mentioned Doonbeg, which is a lovely place I hope to visit. He should invite me there and I will issue a reciprocal invitation. I look forward to that. I do not want to take anything away from Doonbeg, Lahinch or any of the beautiful...

Seanad: Tourism Industry: Statements (Resumed). (13 Nov 2002)

Paul Coghlan: I would love to be able to play the ball as well as some people, but I enjoy the walk and the invigorating exercise. There are great places in Kerry, such as Ballybunion, Waterville, Dooks, the Ring of Kerry, Kenmare and Tralee. One is more beautiful than the next. They are great for tourism. There are other golf clubs, such as Beaufort and Ross. More than 40,000 visitors go to Killarney to...

Seanad: Tourism Industry: Statements (Resumed). (13 Nov 2002)

Paul Coghlan: It is all related to tourism. I am talking about a major asset and a jewel in the crown, as Senator Daly said. I bow to his superior knowledge. I am not making any allegations, but there are apparent breaches of law which must be put right.

Seanad: Tourism Industry: Statements (Resumed). (13 Nov 2002)

Paul Coghlan: No one is above the law. We do not want to bring anything into disrepute. It is a great club. Bord Fáilte owns 75% of it and it controls the trust. I am sure the Minister wants to do what is right and I will support him. I wish the Minister well in his office. He will have the full co-operation of this side of the House.

Seanad: Community Employment Schemes: Motion. (13 Nov 2002)

Paul Coghlan: I move: That Seanad Éireann calls on the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment to honour the commitment of the Government in respect of community employment places as outlined in the Programme for Prosperity and Fairness; seeks an immediate cessation of any reduction in places pending full consultation with existing schemes; and further calls on the Government to recognise the...

Seanad: Order of Business. (20 Nov 2002)

Paul Coghlan: The Leader indicated that she will attend another meeting this morning where a very important matter will be discussed, one which will arise in the House later.

Seanad: Order of Business. (20 Nov 2002)

Paul Coghlan: At a minimum she might ensure that at least those who had made commitments and plans, young couples and those who have paid booking fees—

Seanad: Order of Business. (20 Nov 2002)

Paul Coghlan: That is the point.

Seanad: Order of Business. (20 Nov 2002)

Paul Coghlan: This House should have faith in its Leader and she should pursue this point at that meeting.

Seanad: Order of Business. (20 Nov 2002)

Paul Coghlan: I am looking forward to it.

Seanad: Digital Hub Development Agency Bill, 2002: Committee Stage (Resumed). (20 Nov 2002)

Paul Coghlan: I fully support the sentiments already expressed, particularly in relation to an interest to the value of €20,000 or more. I consider that figure totally excessive.