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Seanad: Commencement Matters: Public Service Obligation Levy Increase (21 Jul 2016)

John O'Mahony: I thank the Minister of State for his reply. I suppose the reality of what he has said is that the PSO levy increases when prices decrease. That drives people crazy. In other words, the benefits of price decreases are wiped out by something else. While I understand perfectly the point made by the Minister of State about the independence of the CER in setting the levy, I suggest that if an...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport: Estimates for Public Services 2016: Vote 31 - Transport, Tourism and Sport (21 Sep 2016)

John O'Mahony: I do not want to rehearse points that have already been made. The Minister mentioned various large projects such as Luas cross-city in Dublin, which is necessary. There are issues in other cities. I would be very conscious of Galway city, where there is gridlock. Companies are questioning whether to come to the city, which has done reasonably well in terms of jobs in recent years, because...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport: Estimates for Public Services 2016: Vote 31 - Transport, Tourism and Sport (21 Sep 2016)

John O'Mahony: That is fine, but I have another meeting to attend, which is why I wanted to ask the question.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport: Estimates for Public Services 2016: Vote 31 - Transport, Tourism and Sport (21 Sep 2016)

John O'Mahony: The Minister mentioned regional airports, while earlier we spoke about infrastructure. Under the previous Government, I chaired an airport study group to consider what was needed. Ireland West Airport Knock caters for more passengers than all of the other regional airports combined. I welcome the recent allocation of funding. Does the Minister plan to visit Ireland West Airport Knock? If...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport: Estimates for Public Services 2016: Vote 31 - Transport, Tourism and Sport (21 Sep 2016)

John O'Mahony: In the case of the questions the Minister did not have time to come to, could he supply us with answers afterwards?

Seanad: Order of Business (28 Sep 2016)

John O'Mahony: We are all aware of how sport can lift the spirit of a nation and it is the first time we have had an opportunity to congratulate our Olympians and Paralympians on their success in Rio. I congratulate the O'Donovan brothers and Annalise Murphy in the Olympics and all the 11 medals we won at the Paralympics, particularly Jason Smyth and Michael McKillop, who are multiple medal winners in the...

Seanad: Commencement Matters: Motorised Transport Grant (29 Sep 2016)

John O'Mahony: I thank the Cathaoirleach for choosing this debate and the Minister of State, Deputy Finian McGrath, for being present to hear it. Since I entered politics in the other House, the Minister of State has been a strong advocate for the disability sector. Therefore, I know I will get a good hearing. I appreciate that very much. I congratulate the Minister of State on his advocacy for the...

Seanad: Commencement Matters: Motorised Transport Grant (29 Sep 2016)

John O'Mahony: I thank the Minister of State for the latter part of the reply in which he set out the position on the promised legislation. I know the history of this issue. I note the point the Minister of State made to the effect that the scheme will be targeted at those in greatest need. In reality, if this is not restored quickly, the costs to the State in respect of the person I am talking about -...

Seanad: Action Plan for Education: Statements (6 Oct 2016)

John O'Mahony: I welcome the Minister and invite him to make his opening statement.

Seanad: Action Plan for Education: Statements (6 Oct 2016)

John O'Mahony: Thank you, Senator Gallagher. The Independent group is next on my list but as there is no-one here from that group, I now invite Senator Maria Byrne to speak. Before the Senator begins, I wish to remind Members that they should stick to the subject matter of the debate and refrain from raising questions on other issues.

Seanad: Action Plan for Education: Statements (6 Oct 2016)

John O'Mahony: The Minister will come in at the end.

Seanad: Action Plan for Education: Statements (6 Oct 2016)

John O'Mahony: We now move on to the civil engagement group. Senator Dolan has eight minutes.

Seanad: Action Plan for Education: Statements (6 Oct 2016)

John O'Mahony: Is that agreed? Agreed.

Seanad: Action Plan for Education: Statements (6 Oct 2016)

John O'Mahony: The Senator is eating into the time of his colleague. Senator Alice-Mary Higgins has three minutes.

Seanad: Action Plan for Education: Statements (6 Oct 2016)

John O'Mahony: The Senator has exceeded her time.

Seanad: Action Plan for Education: Statements (6 Oct 2016)

John O'Mahony: The Senator got his plug in there. Senator Ó Ríordáin is next. The Independent group missed its first slot so after Senator Ó Ríordáin I will allow Senator Boyhan to contribute. The Senator will have eight minutes.

Seanad: Seanad Bill 2016: Second Stage (Resumed) (12 Oct 2016)

John O'Mahony: I call Senator Paddy Burke and he has eight minutes.

Seanad: Order of Business (18 Oct 2016)

John O'Mahony: As the spokesperson on sport for my party I would like to ask the House to unite in an expression of sympathy with the sudden and sad passing of Anthony Foley, the Shannon, Munster and Ireland hero for many years. It was particularly poignant that he passed away when he was involved in the preparation of his beloved Munster for their first round of the Champions Cup. The sympathy of the...

Seanad: Recognition of Irish Sign Language for the Deaf Community Bill 2016: Second Stage (19 Oct 2016)

John O'Mahony: I support in principle the thrust of the Bill, which will help to bring about equality and inclusion. From all the stories we have heard here today, the present situation has led to inequality and exclusion. The 5,000 people may be a minority, but they are an important minority, and I am glad the Bill is being supported collaboratively around the House. I compliment all the stakeholders...

Seanad: Judicial Council: Motion (19 Oct 2016)

John O'Mahony: When it is proposed to sit again?