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Seanad: Situation in Palestine: Statements (11 Jul 2018)

John O'Mahony: I acknowledge the deep passion with which everybody on all sides of this debate has spoken, including the Tánaiste. As noted by previous speakers, we are unified on the need to improve the position and conditions of the Palestinian people. That is the first thing. The question is whether this can be done by continued diplomacy and work by Ireland led by the Tánaiste. I was...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport: Proposals for Second Runway at Dublin Airport and Noise Regulation Legislation: Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport (11 Jul 2018)

John O'Mahony: I thank the Minister for outlining the process that is starting. When Mr. Geoghegan appeared before the committee, he pointed out that there could be a second runway but less throughput of passengers in Dublin Airport than at present, which would be disastrous given the growth the airport needs. Everybody's rights need to be taken into account. I understand the Minister's explanation of...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport: Proposals for Second Runway at Dublin Airport and Noise Regulation Legislation: Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport (11 Jul 2018)

John O'Mahony: In response to my question, the Minister said that the regulator may decide on the noise levels. In other words, the regulator may uphold the current restrictions. The Minister also said that this is unacceptable. Am I correct that he is saying that he cannot allow a situation whereby the progress and growth of Dublin Airport would be compromised?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport: Proposals for Second Runway at Dublin Airport and Noise Regulation Legislation: Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport (11 Jul 2018)

John O'Mahony: The Minister is referencing a bottom line and also pointing out all of the trapdoors along the way. Is there a predetermined outcome?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport: Proposals for Second Runway at Dublin Airport and Noise Regulation Legislation: Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport (11 Jul 2018)

John O'Mahony: Is there a preferred outcome and can it be guaranteed?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport: Proposals for Second Runway at Dublin Airport and Noise Regulation Legislation: Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport (11 Jul 2018)

John O'Mahony: It cannot. Consequently, as per the fears of the chairman of the DAA, we may end up with a second runway with all types of restrictions and less throughput of passengers.

Seanad: Post Office Closures: Motion (19 Sep 2018)

John O'Mahony: I understand the Minister wants to come in at this stage. He has 15 minutes.

Seanad: Post Office Closures: Motion (19 Sep 2018)

John O'Mahony: I thank Senator Reilly for letting me in at this stage as I have another commitment. As somebody who represents a rural constituency and has attended many public meetings in villages around the country, I am very aware of the issues at play here.I represent a rural constituency and have attended many public meetings in villages around the country so I am very aware of the issues at play....

Seanad: Project 2040 and Transport Matters: Statements (20 Sep 2018)

John O'Mahony: I welcome the opportunity to contribute briefly to this debate. I welcome Project Ireland 2040. I refer briefly to Senator Ned O'Sullivan who spoke of a plan, and a further plan and Joseph Stalin. My view has always been that any plan is better than no plan, although I want it to be a good plan. The Senator spoke of the investment by the Fianna Fáil Government during the early...

Seanad: Inclusion in Sport: Motion (26 Sep 2018)

John O'Mahony: I formally second the motion. I thank the Minister of State for attending. I will add briefly to Senator Conway's comments. I am delighted to ask for unanimous support for this motion calling on the Government to implement policies that give access to participation in sport for everyone, regardless of age, size, ability or disability. I note action 12 in the recently published sports...

Seanad: Inclusion in Sport: Motion (26 Sep 2018)

John O'Mahony: It did not last 20 years.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport: Irish Aviation Authority: Chair Designate (26 Sep 2018)

John O'Mahony: I thank for Mr. McGrail for this thorough presentation. He seems to be eminently qualified for the task he has been asked to take up. I realise he does not yet have his feet under the table, but there a few topics on which I would like him to expand. Mr. McGrail mentioned the phenomenal growth of Dublin Airport, with record numbers of 30 million passengers last year. Connectivity and...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport: Irish Aviation Authority: Chair Designate (26 Sep 2018)

John O'Mahony: I thank Mr. McGrail.

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport: Irish Aviation Authority: Chair Designate (26 Sep 2018)

John O'Mahony: Is there a practical danger that, from 29 March, flights to the United Kingdom would halt?

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport, Tourism and Sport: Irish Aviation Authority: Chair Designate (26 Sep 2018)

John O'Mahony: I am also thinking about this issue as a member of the public. I understand a lot is happening behind the scenes and that that is a worst case scenario.

Seanad: Commencement Matters: Gambling Legislation (27 Sep 2018)

John O'Mahony: Does Senator Buttimer wish to ask a brief supplementary question?

Seanad: Commencement Matters: Gambling Legislation (27 Sep 2018)

John O'Mahony: Does the Minister of State wish to respond briefly?

Seanad: Commencement Matters: Medicinal Products Availability (27 Sep 2018)

John O'Mahony: The Minister of State at the Department of Health, Deputy Catherine Byrne, is welcome.

Seanad: Commencement Matters: School Staff (3 Oct 2018)

John O'Mahony: I thank the Chair for selecting this Commencement matter. I have been contacted by the parents of the children who attend Shraheen national school in Knockmore, County Mayo, and by Councillor Neil Cruise about the school's pupil numbers and teacher allocations. The school has two teachers at present. Just 14 pupils were enrolled in the school at the start of the school year in September....

Seanad: Commencement Matters: School Staff (3 Oct 2018)

John O'Mahony: I thank the Minister for State for the reply. I accept the criteria as outlined but my information is slightly different from that outlined. The information will be confirmed one way or the other. The parents who contacted me were disappointed that they had not been made aware of the position earlier because there would have been no problem getting up to 15 enrolments. Efforts were made...