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Seanad: Covid-19 and the New Measures (Health): Statements (1 Dec 2021)

Mark Daly: I am conscious that we have to call the Minister at 6.20 p.m. but I want to try to give everyone an opportunity to contribute. I will allow Senators Cummins and Dolan a minute each, if that is acceptable.

Seanad: Covid-19 and the New Measures (Health): Statements (1 Dec 2021)

Mark Daly: I thank the Minister. He has given us more of his time than he was scheduled to. I appreciate that. He gave a comprehensive reply. I met the Minister for the first time in connection with a health issue in Kerry. We were trying to recall the Seanad, which we managed to do. We also tried to recall the Dáil but did not succeed. The issue in question was organ donation. The Minister...

Seanad: Covid-19 and the New Measures (Health): Statements (1 Dec 2021)

Mark Daly: The Minister has given us enough time. If he would like to come back another day, we can deal with the question at that time.

Seanad: Covid-19 and the New Measures (Health): Statements (1 Dec 2021)

Mark Daly: I thank the Minister for his time today and I thank all colleagues who contributed to the debate. When is it proposed to sit again?

Seanad: Gnó an tSeanaid - Business of Seanad (7 Dec 2021)

Mark Daly: I have received notice from Senators Micheál Carrigy and Eugene Murphy that, on the motion for the Commencement of the House today, they propose to raise the following matter: The need for the Minister for the Environment, Climate and Communications to provide an update on the provision of funding for community projects in Lanesborough, County Longford, as recommended by Mr. Kieran...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (7 Dec 2021)

Mark Daly: I call the father of the House, Senator Norris.

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (7 Dec 2021)

Mark Daly: Did the Senator propose an amendment to the Order of Business?

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (7 Dec 2021)

Mark Daly: I invite the Leader to respond on the Order of Business.

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (7 Dec 2021)

Mark Daly: Senator Keogan has moved an amendment to the Order of Business: "That the motion on the establishment of a special committee on gender equality be taken with debate". However, as the amendment was not seconded in the debate, it consequently falls.

Seanad: Maternity-Paternity Leave for County and City Councillors: Motion (7 Dec 2021)

Mark Daly: I welcome the Minister of State to the House and thank Senator O'Loughlin for proposing this motion. This is one of the initiatives we began this term where issues that affect the various panels and the nominating bodies for the panels are discussed by the Senators on the panels. I again thank Senator O'Loughlin and other colleagues on the administrative panel for putting forward this...

Seanad: Maternity-Paternity Leave for County and City Councillors: Motion (7 Dec 2021)

Mark Daly: I wish to make Members aware that, in this unique format, it is the panel members who go first. Unlike all other motions and debates, this motion is signed by all the panel members from different parties. Therefore, like in committees, they are the ones who go first, and then we revert to the rota.

Seanad: Maternity-Paternity Leave for County and City Councillors: Motion (7 Dec 2021)

Mark Daly: Thank you, Senator. You summed it up. He was an amazing Irishman and did extraordinary things when called upon. He could have and did suffer serious consequences because of his bravery.

Seanad: Maternity-Paternity Leave for County and City Councillors: Motion (7 Dec 2021)

Mark Daly: I ask the Senator to speak to the motion please.

Seanad: Maternity-Paternity Leave for County and City Councillors: Motion (7 Dec 2021)

Mark Daly: I call Senator O’Loughlin. I thank the Senator for the work she has put in and the consultation she has done for this panel and for the debate. I believe that everyone found it beneficial. I hope the Minister of State did not set timelines but I hope he will be back very shortly.

Seanad: Maternity-Paternity Leave for County and City Councillors: Motion (7 Dec 2021)

Mark Daly: When is it proposed to sit again?

Seanad: Gnó an tSeanaid - Business of Seanad (8 Dec 2021)

Mark Daly: I have received notice from Senator Victor Boyhan that, on the motion for the Commencement of the House today, he proposes to raise the following matter: The need for the Minister for Finance to make a statement on the potential development of new homes on NAMA-controlled lands. I have also received notice from Senator Robbie Gallagher of the following matter: The need for the Minister...

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (8 Dec 2021)

Mark Daly: On that Commencement matter, I regret that I had to rule it out of order. The matter you raise is valid and might also be something for the justice committee.

Seanad: An tOrd Gnó - Order of Business (8 Dec 2021)

Mark Daly: I wish to clarify for the Senator that the concept is to invite a committee Chair to appear before the House about six months after such a report is published. We would review the recommendations and invite the Chair along with the Minister to see if the recommendations have been implemented or are in the process of being implemented. We will make that request before the summer to see if...

Seanad: Antarctic Treaty: Motion (8 Dec 2021)

Mark Daly: I do not wish to interrupt Senator Martin's speech, but we must stick to the motion.

Seanad: Antarctic Treaty: Motion (8 Dec 2021)

Mark Daly: It was when Senator Martin mentioned St. Brigid that I realised we were slightly off the motion, just off course.