Results 5,801-5,820 of 7,123 for speaker:Mary O'Rourke

Seanad: Bovine Diseases (Levies) Regulations 2006: Motion (14 Dec 2006)

Mary O'Rourke: I move: That Seanad Éireann approves the following Regulations in draft: Bovine Diseases (Levies) Regulations, 2006, copies of which were laid in draft before Seanad Éireann on the 1st December, 2006.

Seanad: Criminal Justice (Drug Trafficking) Act 1996: Motion (14 Dec 2006)

Mary O'Rourke: I move: That Seanad Éireann resolves that sections 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 of the Criminal Justice (Drug Trafficking) Act 1996 (No. 29 of 1996) shall continue in operation for the period ending on 31st December, 2008.

Seanad: Criminal Justice Act 1984 (Treatment of Persons in Custody in Garda Síochána Stations) (Amendment) Regulations 2006: Motion (14 Dec 2006)

Mary O'Rourke: I move: That Seanad Éireann approves the draft of the Criminal Justice Act 1984 (Treatment of Persons in Custody in Garda Síochána Stations) (Amendment) Regulations 2006, a copy of which was laid before Seanad Éireann on 1st December, 2006.

Seanad: Fisheries (Miscellaneous Commercial Licences) (Alteration of Duties) Order 2006: Motion (14 Dec 2006)

Mary O'Rourke: I move: That Seanad Éireann approves the following Order in draft: Fisheries (Miscellaneous Commercial Licences) (Alteration of Duties) Order 2006, copies of which were laid before Seanad Éireann on 7th December, 2006.

Seanad: Regional Fisheries Boards (Postponement of Elections) Order 2006: Motion (14 Dec 2006)

Mary O'Rourke: I move: That Seanad Éireann approves the following Order in draft: Regional Fisheries Boards (Postponement of Elections) Order 2006, copies of which were laid before Seanad Éireann on 6th December, 2006.

Seanad: Article 35.4 of the Constitution: Motion (14 Dec 2006)

Mary O'Rourke: I move: That leave be granted to withdraw the motion regarding Article 35.4 of the Constitution.

Seanad: Business of Seanad (15 Dec 2006)

Mary O'Rourke: I too wish to extend my good wishes to Members, particularly the Cathaoirleach, who is our guide and mentor. I also thank the Leas-Chathaoirleach and Acting Chairmen, although they do not take the seat with the same aplomb as the Cathaoirleach. I thank Deirdre, Jody and the other staff, who do sterling work. I give my best wishes also to the party leaders, Senators Brian Hayes, Ryan and...

Seanad: Business of Seanad (15 Dec 2006)

Mary O'Rourke: Was gold, frankincense and myrrh brought?

Seanad: Business of Seanad (15 Dec 2006)

Mary O'Rourke: He might be called back.

Seanad: Business of Seanad (15 Dec 2006)

Mary O'Rourke: One could call it a senior moment.

Seanad: Order of Business (15 Dec 2006)

Mary O'Rourke: The Order of Business is Nos. 1 to 5, inclusive. No. 1, Social Welfare Bill 2006 — Committee and Remaining Stages, to be taken on the conclusion of the Order of Business and to conclude no later than 12.15 p.m. No. 2, motion for earlier signature of the Social Welfare Bill 2006, will be taken immediately without debate on the conclusion of No. 1. No. 3, Appropriation Bill 2006, all...

Seanad: Order of Business (15 Dec 2006)

Mary O'Rourke: Yes, it does.

Seanad: Order of Business (15 Dec 2006)

Mary O'Rourke: There have been many flood relief funds since then.

Seanad: Order of Business (15 Dec 2006)

Mary O'Rourke: Is the Deputy in full-time employment?

Seanad: Order of Business (15 Dec 2006)

Mary O'Rourke: But for how long?

Seanad: Order of Business (15 Dec 2006)

Mary O'Rourke: There is a half page on it in The Irish Times today.

Seanad: Order of Business (15 Dec 2006)

Mary O'Rourke: Senator Brian Hayes raised the matter of BUPA and risk equalisation. It is interesting to note that other countries have health insurance markets which combine community rating with vigorous competition. For example, the concepts would not be incompatible in Australia, where BUPA itself operates within such a system and receives money as a result of risk equalisation because it has an above...

Seanad: Order of Business (15 Dec 2006)

Mary O'Rourke: If the other House were sitting we could go over and indicate that we need an urgent debate. I agree the matter is extremely urgent and I am glad the Cathaoirleach has taken it as an Adjournment issue. Senator Bradford may have to deal with the potential unemployment in Fermoy. Senator Bradford also referred to the case of Dr. Zappone and Dr. Gilligan. I know Dr. Gilligan well from when I...

Seanad: Order of Business (15 Dec 2006)

Mary O'Rourke: He also spoke about the impounded ship and the sailors who have not been paid. Senator Dardis greatly regretted the BUPA matter and the situation of its employees in Fermoy. He asked for a discussion on who we will invite to the House on 25 March to mark the 50th anniversary of the signing of the Treaty of Rome. Senator Terry referred to the court decision yesterday and asked to proceed...

Seanad: Order of Business (15 Dec 2006)

Mary O'Rourke: The Senator spoke about the need for flood relief funds. The Government will not be found wanting if it becomes an issue. It is not only down to ESB management. A complex range of issues are involved. The problem may be solved in Athlone and Lanesborough but then Limerick or somewhere else is flooded. It must be solved everywhere. Senator Daly made the point forcefully that it is a...