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Seanad: Order of Business (23 Oct 2013)

Maurice Cummins: Senators Colm Burke and Walsh referred to the powers of local authorities with regard to commercial rates, etc. The Local Government Bill will come to the House before Christmas and that will provide an adequate forum for every Member to comment on those issues. Senators Mullen and Walsh spoke to an amendment to the Order of Business facilitating debate on credit unions in Ireland. I...

Seanad: Seanad Reform: Statements (23 Oct 2013)

Maurice Cummins: The Taoiseach is very welcome to the House. I am delighted that he has taken the time to come to the Seanad to listen to the views of Members on the changes that could be made to enhance the contribution this House could make to the legislative and parliamentary process. The main business of this House is legislation. That is and must remain our primary function. To date, the Government...

Seanad: Order of Business (24 Oct 2013)

Maurice Cummins: The Order of Business is No. 1, motion re the report of the Oireachtas Joint Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality on the establishment of the European Public Prosecutor's Office, to be taken at the conclusion of the Order of Business without debate; and No. 2, Private Members' business, to be taken at the conclusion of No. 1 and to conclude not later than 1.45 p.m.

Seanad: Order of Business (24 Oct 2013)

Maurice Cummins: Senator Darragh O'Brien raised the issue of the return of two Roma children to their families last night. The Minister for Justice and Equality, Deputy Shatter, gave a comprehensive reply in this House yesterday when we were discussing the Private Members' motion. It is important to establish whether lessons can be learned from these events. The Minister has asked for a full report into...

Seanad: Order of Business (24 Oct 2013)

Maurice Cummins: I am not looking at any particular side of the House but at all sides. Fifteen people asked for a debate but there were only eight contributors when the Minister came to the House. However, I take on board what Senator O'Donovan said about the fishing industry. We will arrange a debate on that matter with the Minister, Deputy Simon Coveney. However, in view of the fact that he was in the...

Seanad: European Public Prosecutor's Office: Motion (24 Oct 2013)

Maurice Cummins: I move: That Seanad Éireann:(1) notes the agreed Report of the Joint Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality under Standing Order 101 on the Proposal for a Council Regulation on the establishment of the European Public Prosecutor's Office - COM (2013) 534 which was laid before Seanad Éireann on 17 October, 2013 in accordance with Standing Order 101(3)(b); (2) having regard to...

Seanad: Order of Business (5 Nov 2013)

Maurice Cummins: The Order of Business is No. 1, motion re the appointment as Ombudsman of Mr. Peter Tyndall, to be taken on the conclusion of the Order of Business without debate; No. 2, motion regarding the appointment as Information Commission of Mr. Peter Tyndall, to be taken on the conclusion of No. 1 without debate; No. 3, motion re the report of the Joint Committee on Transport and Communications...

Seanad: Order of Business (5 Nov 2013)

Maurice Cummins: Senator O'Brien and others raised the issue of the water shortages in Dublin. The water shortages were caused by unforeseen circumstances and continue to be an inconvenience to householders and businesses. Senator Whelan, speaking on the same issue, was one of a number of Senators calling for a debate on water infrastructure. The development of the Garryhinch reservoir was also raised. We...

Seanad: Appointment of Ombudsman: Motion (5 Nov 2013)

Maurice Cummins: I move: That Seanad Éireann recommends Mr. Peter Tyndall for appointment by the President to be the Ombudsman."

Seanad: Appointment of Information Commissioner: Motion (5 Nov 2013)

Maurice Cummins: I move: That Seanad Éireann recommends Mr. Peter Tyndall for appointment by the President to be the Information Commissioner."

Seanad: EU Proposal on Electronic Communications: Motion (5 Nov 2013)

Maurice Cummins: I move: That Seanad Éireann: (1) notes the agreed Report of the Joint Committee on Transport and Communications under Standing Order 101 on the Proposal for a Regulation of the European Parliament and of the Council laying down measures concerning the European single market for electronic communications and to achieve a Connected Continent, and amending Directives 2002/20/EC,...

Seanad: EU Proposal on Regulatory Procedure and Scrutiny: Motion (5 Nov 2013)

Maurice Cummins: I move: That the proposal that Seanad Éireann approves the exercise by the State of the option or discretion under Protocol No. 21 on the position of the United Kingdom and Ireland in respect of the area of freedom, security and justice annexed to the Treaty on European Union and to the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union, to take part in the adoption and application of...

Seanad: Social Welfare and Pensions Bill 2013: Second Stage (Resumed) (5 Nov 2013)

Maurice Cummins: I am happy to amend the Order of Business to accommodate a final speaker before the Minister responds.

Seanad: Social Welfare and Pensions Bill 2013: Second Stage (Resumed) (5 Nov 2013)

Maurice Cummins: Tomorrow.

Seanad: Social Welfare and Pensions Bill 2013: Second Stage (Resumed) (5 Nov 2013)

Maurice Cummins: Ar 10.30 maidin amárach.

Seanad: Order of Business (6 Nov 2013)

Maurice Cummins: I join the Cathaoirleach in wishing Tom McGrath well in his retirement. His courtesy and assistance to Members have been wonderful over the past 37 years. The Order of Business is No. 1, Oireachtas (Ministerial and Parliamentary Offices) (Amendment) Bill 2013 - Order for Second Stage and Second Stage, to be taken at 11.45 a.m., with the contribution of group spokespersons not to exceed eight...

Seanad: Order of Business (6 Nov 2013)

Maurice Cummins: It was circulated on Friday to all Members.

Seanad: Order of Business (6 Nov 2013)

Maurice Cummins: Senator Darragh O'Brien asked about the betting tax Bill. I will find out what is the exact position. The Bill was initially prepared by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine, before being sent on to the Department of Justice and Equality and subsequently to the Department of Finance. I do not know what is the exact position on it. I know the heads of that Bill have been...

Seanad: Order of Business (6 Nov 2013)

Maurice Cummins: It was completely run down.

Seanad: Order of Business (6 Nov 2013)

Maurice Cummins: The Garda cars did not run up 150,000 km or 200,000 km in a couple of months.